Music Director and Organist

Position Summary:

The Music Director serves the parish as principal musician, organist, and choir director according to the highest professional standards established by this profession. The Music Director plans and coordinates the music program in order to facilitate the full and active participation of the congregation in the liturgical life of the church.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborates with clergy, staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, and musicians to plan and execute parish music.
• Administers a multifaceted music program including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and timely communication with other liturgical ministers.
• Develops specific choirs or ensembles and Cantors for Weekend liturgies.
• Conduct weekly rehearsals for the choir.
• Selects music for liturgical celebrations, with the pastor’s guidance and approval.
• Participates in and directs the liturgical music for the weekend English masses, Saturday at 5pm and Sunday at 10am.
• Supports and collaborates with the Spanish Choir for special occasions if needed.
• Maintains choir library and liturgical/musical resources as needed.
• Meets with the bride and groom regarding wedding music. Provides music for weddings.
• Provides music for funerals.
• Approves non-parish musicians.
• Participate in staff meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Music or other formal training is required.
• Three (3) years work experience related to Choir direction in a pastoral/church setting.
• A sense of traditional music programs geared to maximize participation of the congregation.
• Must be proficient in both the organ and piano.
• Must be a skilled choral director, including the ability to direct from the bench.
• An understanding of GIRM and the rubrics of the Roman Missal.
• Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
• Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.

Schedule: 5pm Saturday mass, 10am Sunday mass and a scheduled practice day during the week.

Additional: Provide music for weddings and funerals if needed.

Position Start Date: Upon hiring – ASAP