Archdiocese of St. Louis
Director, Music
Archdiocese of St. Louis, Catawissa, Missouri, United States, 63015
The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.Job Summary
St. Bridget of Kildare (Pacific), St. James (Catawissa), and St. Mary of Perpetual Help (Villa Ridge) are seeking a Music Director that will be responsible for planning and leading music at weekend liturgies and other major liturgies (estimated 234 major liturgies a year). They will also be expected to supervise and train other musicians, choirs, and cantors as needed to support worship by the congregation. The will participate with parish staff in ongoing improvement of weekend liturgies and produce a clean sound feed. The position is full time, about 1900 hours a year. Salary Range - $45K - $50K depending on experience and qualifications. Email Fr. Nord at alexandernord@archstl.org with any questions.Job Responsibilities
Provide leadership for music at weekend liturgies including Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings (Currently: 4:00 pm Saturday Holy Mass at St. Bridget of Kildare, 7:30 am Sunday Holy Mass at St. Mary of Perpetual Help, 9:15 am at St. Bridget, 11:00 am at St. James) and other major liturgies.Rehearse to attain excellence in music for liturgies.Participate in the planning and preparation of liturgical celebrations (Sunday Eucharist, holy days, holy hours, etc.).Select music for all liturgies and prepare the musical accompaniment and visual aids.Obtain, prepare and maintain the congregational aids for music for liturgies.As needed, recruit and rehearse with choirs and other musicians to achieve excellence in music at liturgy.Oversee the equipment and the volunteers necessary to produce a clean sound feed.Research and coordinate improvements to instruments, sound systems, and acoustics.Participate with other staff in parish planning and leadership.Work with Pastor on other tasks in line with the above to elevate the liturgy.Job Requirements
Knowledge & Experience RequirementsThree to five years of successful music experience in a parish setting.High proficiency in organ and/or piano (if not both a willingness and ability to learn).Experience singing well without accompaniment, e.g., chant or acapella.Knowledge of Gregorian chant, especially selections suitable for congregational participation during liturgy.Knowledge of sound systems sufficient to diagnose problems and introduce improvements to sound quality.Experience leading other musicians in collaboration for music at liturgy.Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in JobActive practice of personal faith in Jesus Christ as a Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.Sharpens skills through personal practice.Strong knowledge and appreciation of Roman Catholic Liturgy.Maintains and develops personal and professional skills.Ability to read and sing music in the capacity of a cantor.Ability to recruit musicians and assist in developing their musical talents.Ability to choose music which will engage the congregation in worship.Ability to understand the proper use of sound equipment, diagnose problems and suggest improvements.Ability to work under the direction of a pastor.Ability to collaborate with other staff in making disciples and growing disciples.Relationships RequirementsCollaborate closely with Pastor and collaborate as needed with other Musicians.Weekend and evening hours required on a regular basis.Provide music for additional services during Holy Week, Christmas, holy days, sacramental celebrations, funerals, and holy hours.The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
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St. Bridget of Kildare (Pacific), St. James (Catawissa), and St. Mary of Perpetual Help (Villa Ridge) are seeking a Music Director that will be responsible for planning and leading music at weekend liturgies and other major liturgies (estimated 234 major liturgies a year). They will also be expected to supervise and train other musicians, choirs, and cantors as needed to support worship by the congregation. The will participate with parish staff in ongoing improvement of weekend liturgies and produce a clean sound feed. The position is full time, about 1900 hours a year. Salary Range - $45K - $50K depending on experience and qualifications. Email Fr. Nord at alexandernord@archstl.org with any questions.Job Responsibilities
Provide leadership for music at weekend liturgies including Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings (Currently: 4:00 pm Saturday Holy Mass at St. Bridget of Kildare, 7:30 am Sunday Holy Mass at St. Mary of Perpetual Help, 9:15 am at St. Bridget, 11:00 am at St. James) and other major liturgies.Rehearse to attain excellence in music for liturgies.Participate in the planning and preparation of liturgical celebrations (Sunday Eucharist, holy days, holy hours, etc.).Select music for all liturgies and prepare the musical accompaniment and visual aids.Obtain, prepare and maintain the congregational aids for music for liturgies.As needed, recruit and rehearse with choirs and other musicians to achieve excellence in music at liturgy.Oversee the equipment and the volunteers necessary to produce a clean sound feed.Research and coordinate improvements to instruments, sound systems, and acoustics.Participate with other staff in parish planning and leadership.Work with Pastor on other tasks in line with the above to elevate the liturgy.Job Requirements
Knowledge & Experience RequirementsThree to five years of successful music experience in a parish setting.High proficiency in organ and/or piano (if not both a willingness and ability to learn).Experience singing well without accompaniment, e.g., chant or acapella.Knowledge of Gregorian chant, especially selections suitable for congregational participation during liturgy.Knowledge of sound systems sufficient to diagnose problems and introduce improvements to sound quality.Experience leading other musicians in collaboration for music at liturgy.Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in JobActive practice of personal faith in Jesus Christ as a Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.Sharpens skills through personal practice.Strong knowledge and appreciation of Roman Catholic Liturgy.Maintains and develops personal and professional skills.Ability to read and sing music in the capacity of a cantor.Ability to recruit musicians and assist in developing their musical talents.Ability to choose music which will engage the congregation in worship.Ability to understand the proper use of sound equipment, diagnose problems and suggest improvements.Ability to work under the direction of a pastor.Ability to collaborate with other staff in making disciples and growing disciples.Relationships RequirementsCollaborate closely with Pastor and collaborate as needed with other Musicians.Weekend and evening hours required on a regular basis.Provide music for additional services during Holy Week, Christmas, holy days, sacramental celebrations, funerals, and holy hours.The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
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