What are the responsibilities and job description for the Archdiocese of Baltimore is hiring: Director of Liturgical Music (EX) in Woodsto position at Archdiocese of Baltimore?
St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church, located in Woodstock, Maryland, seeks candidates for a Director of Music. With the guidance of the pastor, the Director of Liturgical Music will be responsible for the music ministry and coordinating sacred music at two weekend Masses. Holy Days, Sacramental celebrations, funerals, some weddings, devotions, and some national holidays. Rehearse and lead choir for weekend Mass. Perform all duties consistent with Church documents on sacred music. The Director of Music must be proficient in organ and piano, choral conducting, vocal coaching, and training, rehearsing and conducting adult choir, youth choir and youth ensemble. He / she must also be able to lead the congregation in music during Mass as a Cantor or Accompanist.
Essential Functions
- Select music and serve as lead accompanist on our Casavant organ for : weekend Masses, Holy Days, and Triduum, and additional devotions and special liturgical events as scheduled.
- Rehearse with the choir once per week and collaborate with staff of the parish and attend staff meetings if possible.
- Schedule other musicians as needed for weekend Masses, Holy Day Masses, and other liturgies.
- Schedule cantors for weddings and funerals.
- Prepare annual budget for liturgical music and ensure that expenses adhere to approved budget.
- Develop and maintain a sacred music library of various styles for assembly, choirs, cantors, and instrumentalists.
- In collaboration with Pastor, engage in ongoing initiatives to educate all individuals involved in music ministry and the assembly on the proper role of sacred music in liturgy, in accordance with Church documents.
- Ensure that tuning, preventive maintenance, and repairs are performed on a timely basis for musical instruments at all worship sites.
- Work cooperatively with the Sunday evening Director of Contemporary Music when necessary.
Position Qualifications
Range : $52,500 - 55,500, Annualized
Benefits :
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information :
Salary : $52,500 - $55,500
