Director of Liturgy and Music

Position Description

The Director of Liturgy and Music has a thorough understanding of Roman Catholic liturgy and is a leader who possesses the knowledge and skills required to enhance worship through the varied expressions of liturgical music. With a vision of how a parish can achieve and maintain its full potential, the Director, in dialogue with the Pastor, will focus on defining, developing, and implementing a comprehensive liturgy and music program.

Responsibilities:

Lead, inspire, and support the activities of the parish's Liturgical Commission, working closely with its Chair and Ministry Coordinators. These activities include the recruitment, education, on-going training, and spiritual formation for liturgical ministers. Liturgical Commission ministries consist of Art and Environment, Altar Servers, Altar Bread Bakers, Altar Linen Caretakers, Audio/Video Team, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Greeters, Hosts, Lectors, Liturgy Planning Committee, Liturgical Ministry Scheduling, Mass Coordinators, Music Ministers and Sacristans.
Coordinate and plan the Sunday Masses, Holy Days of Obligation, Holy Week, Easter Vigil, Liturgies of the Word, and Communion Services
Coordinate and plan rites and liturgical services in conjunction with:
-OCIA Team
-Faith Formation Teams for First Eucharist and Confirmation
-Other special liturgical events (e.g. Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, etc.)
Coordinate and plan for Funeral Rites (Vigil, Mass, Committal)
Coordinate and plan for Rites of Marriage
Creatively select music (traditional and more contemporary) for parish liturgies - growing attendance at worship through the quality of music selected and learned
Assume the role of leading musician, accompanist or choral director, for all liturgies including funerals and marriages. (Secure qualified substitute(s) as necessary and appropriate)
Direct weekly rehearsals for cantors, choirs and musicians
Select/provide/prepare worship aids, including hymnals/song books, for liturgies
Prepare liturgical scripts
Implement diocesan policies related to liturgy and music
Schedule and host outside performing groups in conjunction with Pastor for concerts, workshops, etc.
Maintain the music library and secure necessary copyrights/licenses
Select and maintain liturgical resources and supplies
Select and maintain musical instruments and assure that audio and video systems function appropriately
Assure that sacristies and related sacred vessels, vestments, materials, equipment and liturgical supplies are resourced and maintained in good order
Develop and monitor the parish's liturgy and music budgets

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to clearly formulate long/short term plans and direct and inspire others
Strong interpersonal communications skills with the ability to observe, question, listen, give and accept feedback, and deal with changes
Knowledgeable in the liturgical practices of the Church (i.e. an understanding of the GIRM and other relevant documents, sacramental rites etc.) and the ability to integrate with music
Proficiency as a keyboard player - piano and preferably organ
Knowledge of various accompanying instrument's techniques and use; group vocal techniques for adults and children; choral conducting
Understanding of acoustics and audio systems, especially as they pertain to the space in which the parish worships
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently

Qualifications/Education:
Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church
Bachelors/Masters Degree in music
Experience serving a parish music ministry
Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing background and reference checks.
Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.

Contact:
John Martin
[email protected]