Parish Name: All Hallows Catholic Church
Location: 6602 La Jolla Scenic S Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
Employment Type: Part-Time, Regular
Reports to: Director of Music
FLSA Status: Non-exempt; hourly
Pay Rate: $27 per hour (additional stipend for weddings and funerals)
Position Summary
As Cantor, the applicant is responsible for leading congregational singing at assigned masses and other liturgical services. The Cantor will work collegially with other music ministers to provide a music ministry program that supports a dynamic and inspiring worship community. As Section Leader, the applicant is to help the others in the choir. The style is a mix of traditional and contemporary hymns, anthems and service music. This role requires the ability to work in a Catholic environment of kindness, compassion, respect, integrity, mutual charity and dignity. The Cantor must reflect the core values of the Catholic Church and All Hallows. Catholic Church
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following
- Lead congregational singing at weekend masses as assigned by the Director
- Assisting and singing as assigned by the Director
- Be available to serve as Cantor for weddings and funerals celebrated at the parish, as needed (and as cantor’s schedule permits)
- Be available for masses during Christmas and throughout Easter Triduum
- Other Duties as assigned
Supervisory
None
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong proficiency in vocal technique and performance
- Ability to guide the congregation in prayerful participation in the liturgy
- Ability to read music required (Sight-reading ability preferred)
- Possess excellent people and communication skills
- Ability to follow and take direction from Director of Music
- Thorough knowledge and familiarity with liturgical practice of the Roman Catholic Church
Other Skills and Abilities
- Experience singing in public, preferably as Cantor in Catholic liturgies, highly desirable
- Guitar skills would be wonderful, but not required
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be present in the parish. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the choir loft/section, as well as maneuver throughout the parish facility to attend meetings, briefings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend meetings or events. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
All Hallows Parish, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
To be considered for this position please email cover letter and resume to Jennifer Michael, Director of Music and Parish Life at: jennifer@allhallows.com
