Director of Sacred Music

Job Description

Director of Sacred Music
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Panama City, FL

Position Overview:

The Director of Music for St. John the Evangelist will prepare and execute all aspects of the musical needs for the liturgical life of the parish. Ideally, the Director will have a balanced appreciation for and application of the broader musical tradition of the Catholic faith, including both ancient and more contemporary styles. Above all, the Director will have a good sense of the liturgical life of the Church, understanding the ebb and flow of the seasons, feast days, and special rites. A life of prayer will be the ground and guiding force of the entire ministry.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Sacred Music

- Collaborate with the Pastor to provide robust, beautiful, and prayerful liturgies
- Oversee and execute music for three Sunday Masses (Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8:15 and 10:45 a.m.), including organ/piano accompaniment
- Provide music for all Holy Days of Obligation, solemnities, and major feasts
- Provide music for all funeral Masses (approx. 20/year)
- Provide music for all weddings (approx. 10/year)
- Provide music for the weekly school Mass
- Develop and direct choir(s) serving at least one weekend liturgy
- Develop new ensembles or programs to enhance Sacred Music at Sunday Masses
- Train cantors for Sunday Masses and other liturgies
- Collaborate with our parish school to create a children's choir providing music at one weekend Mass per month
- Potentially hire and supervise an accompanist or choral section leaders
- Hire special instrumentalists for major Solemnities of Christmas, Easter, etc.

Other

- Seek holiness of life within the Catholic tradition as a disciple of Christ
- Be a visible presence within the parish and school community
- Provide formation for laity on the Sacred Liturgy, liturgical calendar, and Catholic musical tradition
- Provide information to Pastor and Director of Mission Operations for annual parish budget as it pertains to liturgy and music
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of all musical instruments and equipment
- Ensure the proper functioning of the all sound systems (church and parish hall) and schedule ongoing professional support for the maintenance of the systems
- Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and copyright regulations
- Attend quarterly staff off-sites and weekly staff and supervisory meetings
- Ensure compliance with diocesan Virtus training, policy, and procedures
- Other duties as assigned by the Pastor

Qualifications:

- A faithful Catholic Christian in good standing with the Church who loves its mission
- Formal training and/or degrees in music are preferred. Experience of parish music ministry for a period of at least five (5) years is desirable
- Knowledge of the liturgical life of the Church, with a willingness to learn more
- A competent vocalist
- Organ and/or piano skills
- Leadership and teaching abilities

Hours & Compensation:

Full-time position; competitive salary (negotiable); benefits package

Applicants may send their resume to jobs@saintjohnpc.org

About the Employer

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church exists to invite all into an eternal relationship with Christ.