What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parish Music Director position at Assumption of the BVM Parish?
Assumption of the BVM Parish
West Grove, PA
Job ID#:
14433168647
Posted:
March 13, 2025
Expires:
May 12, 2025
Category:
Music Ministry
Terms:
Full-Time Employee
Experience:
0-2 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
Salary
Send applications or inquiries to: padrescott96@aol.com
Job Description
PARISH MUSIC DIRECTORAssumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, located in Southern Chester County at 300 State Road, West Grove PA 19390, has a vibrant music program. We are looking for someone who can serve as our Parish Music Director. He/she will play the organ usually for two Masses on the weekend, on holy days, and for funerals and weddings.
Responsibilities include:
- Scheduling, training, and recruiting cantors;
- Planning the music for services except those led by the contemporary music group;
- ordering music and obtaining copyright permission;
- participation in the Liturgy Committee;
- arranging for tuning or repair of organ and pianos.
Required skills and education:
- must be an accomplished organist
- familiar with classical and sacred music
Hours and Benefits
We will offer a very competitive salary based on education, skills, and experience. We also provide the same benefits of our full-time parish employees, including health insurance, pension, and life insurance. The position allows for three paid weekends of vacation per calendar year.
Expectations
The Parish Music Director must have familiarity and love of the Roman Catholic Mass.
Must pass Safe Environment background checks and attend Safe Environment training, required by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
If interested please contact the pastor, Father Scott D. Brockson, at padrescott96@aol.com or call the parish office at 610-869-2722.
About the Employer
We are a Roman Catholic parish in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia with 2,200 registered families and a school of 242 students.