Diocese of Grand Rapids
Director of Music Ministry
Diocese of Grand Rapids, Jenison, Michigan, United States,
REPORTS TO: PastorFLSA STATUS: Exempt – 17-19 hours/weekEFFECTIVE DATE: 07/01/2024BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:The Director of Music Ministry (DMM) is a key member of the pastoral team. As a skilled andcompetent musician, the DMM is familiar with and committed to the vision set forth for liturgy andworship by the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. In addition, the DMM is familiar with andcommitted to the music vision of St. Bartholomew and its pastor. It is further expected that suchknowledge and commitments will lead to an appropriate execution of the position responsibilities.SPECIFIC DUTIES:1. Sees and lives this as a ministry, and instills this in others.2. Prepares weekend (2 English Masses and 1 Spanish Mass) and seasonal liturgies, holy days,weddings, funerals and other parish celebrations as needed.3. Recruits, coordinates, trains and oversees the rehearsal and scheduling of the music ministers(i.e., musicians, cantors, accompanists, choirs, small groups, etc.)4. Assists couples preparing for marriage and families preparing for funerals in selectingappropriate music, cantors and other musicians5. Responds in a timely manner to inquiries and is accessible for pastoral staff6. Oversees the operation, maintenance and repair of the parish owned musical instrumentsand maintains the music library7. Prepares, submits and administers the annual budget for music ministry8. Participates in local parish and diocesan music ministry events as time permits9. Serves as a resource to religious education staff and catechists in selecting music10. Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:● A practicing Catholic in good standing.● An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Music (Sacred or Liturgical preferred) with experiencepreferred in Roman Catholic liturgy and liturgical music.● Proficient with piano, organ, and choral conducting● Ability to lead and train choirs, cantors and instrumental groups● Ability to apply knowledge of Church documents on liturgy and music● Preferred but not required to be bilingual in Spanish.● Possesses good interpersonal skills to work with a variety of staff, volunteers andparishionersDO NOT USE the 'attach resume' feature below. To apply for this position, please reference the ‘TO APPLY' information contained in the job description above.#J-18808-Ljbffr