Immaculate Conception Church
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Durham, NC
Posted Date
Hours Per Week: 40 (Full-time)
Key responsibilities / day-to-day job functions:
- Coordinating and/or directing the choirs, accompanists, and ensemble musicians at 7 weekend Masses (in both English and Spanish).
- Collaborating with the Pastor and the Parish Staff for liturgies and other communal celebrations.
- Selecting music for all liturgies (English, Spanish, and bilingual for Sundays, Holy Days, bilingual masses, and special liturgies [e.g., annual Memorial Mass, Mañanitas, Virgen de Guadalupe]).
Minimum Requirements:
- Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks.
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 60 days of hire.
- Must have extensive experience with Roman Catholic liturgy.
- Minimum level of Education: A Bachelor of Arts degree in music, theology, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum amount of Work Experience:
- Years of related work experience: A minimum of 3 years' experience in Catholic parish music ministry.
- Area of related work experience: Demonstrated proficiency as an organist and/or pianist and demonstrated competency directing volunteer choirs and musicians.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficient (moderate) in English and Spanish or a willingness to work toward moderate proficiency in both languages.
Position Start Date: as soon as we find a suitable person for this position.