Position Summary: The Director of Music Ministry is responsible for the planning and coordination of a comprehensive music program to facilitate the full and active participation of the congregation in the liturgical life of the church.
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Music
-Strong knowledge of the Catholic liturgy and knowledge of the Catholic traditions and willingness to honor them
-Experience in directing choirs and cantors in a Catholic Church
-Experience and proficiency in playing the organ, piano, keyboard and clavinova at a professional level
-Proficiency in conducting and singing
-Possesses excellent communication/people skills
-Minimum of 3 years related experience in music ministry
Responsibilities:
- Plan all musical liturgies.
- Select and train all choir members and cantors.
- Conduct weekly structured choir and cantor rehearsals.
- Research and select music for all liturgies and services, create worship aids and prepare musical accompaniment.
- Plan and play at funerals and weddings (includes finding cantors for these services).
- Direct and perform music at 4 weekend Masses, all Holy days, Parish retreats, Penance services, and any other parish sponsored events that require music.
If interested, please email your resume with a cover letter including your salary expectations to chasblessedsac@gmail.com.