Director of Liturgical Music

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE
Ascension Catholic Church, part of the Mother of God Family of Parishes, is seeking a qualified Director of Liturgical Music. The Director serves as principal musician, organist, and choir director and is responsible for developing and implementing a complete program of sacred liturgical music that enhances the liturgy and moves the faithful to worship.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plans, prepares, coordinates and provides music for weekday, weekend, holy day, school, funeral, and wedding Masses and liturgies. Serves as principal musician and cantor and/or provides musical accompaniment.
• Trains, directs, and supervises choirs, instrumental ensembles, and cantors and coordinates extra musicians as needed.
• Develops the annual liturgical music budget and maintains strict accountability for all program expenditures.
• Maintains and organizes the parish music library, ensuring proper copyright and licensing compliance.
• Oversees the maintenance, repair, and tuning of musical instruments and sound equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor's degree in music, music education, or related, or Colleague's Certificate (CAGO) and Choir Master's Certificate (CMAGO) from the American Guild of Organists.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience with liturgical music programs, including school liturgies.
• Practicing Roman Catholic with a strong commitment to the Church and her teachings.
• Thorough understanding of the Church's sacred liturgy and sacred music tradition.
• Expertise in selecting sacred music that aligns with Catholic liturgical documents and guidelines for choirs, organ, and full congregational participation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead liturgical music as a cantor while providing expert accompaniment on piano and organ
• Working knowledge of other instruments which might be used in liturgical music
• Demonstrated skills as an effective choral conductor
• Demonstrated ability to lead and sustain a program of quality congregational singing
• Weekend and evening availability
• Competence in Microsoft 365/Google Workspace

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Christine Alderman at calderman@mgparish.org.

About the Employer

Church of the Ascension is part of the Mother of God Family of Parishes, a Catholic community in Kettering, Ohio that also includes St. Albert the Great and St. Charles Borromeo.

VISION: A joyful Catholic community who welcomes, inspires and challenges all to be Christ-like.

MISSION: Rooted in sacramental life, we strive to be a vibrant, active and welcoming Catholic community. We encourage all to give glory and praise to God through knowing and sharing God's love in our homes, in our communities and throughout the world.