What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Sacred Music (Columbia City, IN) position at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church?
The Director of Sacred Music works under the direction of the pastor and in collaboration to continue developing a sacred music program at the service of Roman Catholic liturgical worship in a parish setting. This includes, but is not limited to, playing at Masses, directing the choir(s), training cantors, planning sacred music for all liturgical celebrations in the parish, and providing/arranging for music at "non-scheduled" liturgies (funerals, weddings, etc.)
Job Duties / Specific Responsibilities:
- Plans and executes music for all sung Masses (4 per weekend, Holy Days, and as scheduled for Holy Week) as well as special Masses, such as Confirmation
- Provides accompaniment for all sung Masses
- Rehearses and conducts the adult and youth choirs which will sing at Masses on a schedule determined with the Pastor
- Provides music for all weddings and funerals, including all relevant planning with involved parties
- Maintains close working relationship with the Pastor
- Any additional responsibilities at the discretion of the Pastor
- High degree of proficiency in playing the piano/organ
- Demonstrated skill as an effective choral conductor
- Knowledge of the Church’s liturgical and musical tradition
- Ability to work independently to organize and arrange priorities
- Ability to schedule and produce work in a timely manner
- Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated
- Display a positive and professional demeanor with Pastor, parishioners, co-workers and guests
- Regularly spend long hours sitting
- Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly
- Regularly use hands and fingers to play musical instruments
- Must be able to speak clearly so listeners can understand
- Work Schedule:
The standard work schedule is 12-15 hours weekly with additional hours as needed.
Interested Candidates may apply at Diocesefwsb.org/careers
This is a part time position