Assistant Musician of Sacred Music

The Assistant Musician of Sacred Music assists the Director of Sacred Music in supporting the parish's music ministry by providing musical leadership for liturgies, rehearsing parish ensembles, and collaborating in liturgical planning. Assume all responsibilities of the Director of Sacred Music during the Director's regularly scheduled day off and approved absences, including vacation, sick leave, and personal leave. · Director of Sacred Music: Monday–Wednesday Accompany congregational singing of hymns, psalms, and Mass settings for assigned weekend, Holy Days, Christmas, Holy Week, and civil holiday liturgies.Provide appropriate organ preludes and postludes for assigned weekend and Holy Day liturgies.Accompany daily Masses as assigned by the Director of Sacred Music.Assist with music for Reconciliation services, Evening Prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, and other liturgical celebrations approved by the Pastor.Provide music for weddings and funerals, including meeting with couples and families to prepare music selections.Collaborate in Scripture readings, prayers, and music for monthly Marriage Preparation.Share responsibility for accompanying the Liturgical Choir during rehearsals and liturgical celebrations.Coordinate a practice schedule for the church organ and piano with the Director.Prepare and print worship aids for weddings, funerals, and other liturgical celebrations in conjunction with the Director.Direct and recruit the parish Handbell Choir. Active practicing Catholic.Demonstrates a commitment to Gospel values and supports the Parish mission.Master's degree in Music, Sacred Music, or a closely related field required.Minimum of three years of experience in Catholic liturgical music ministry preferred.Thorough knowledge of Catholic liturgy and sacred music.Strong organ, piano, and vocal accompaniment skills.Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers, and parishioners.Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word and Publisher, and willingness to learn new software as needed.Ability to sit for extended periods while performing musical duties.Frequent repetitive hand movements associated with keyboard performance.Ability to answer telephone calls and perform routine office tasks.Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.Ability to regularly be present onsite during evenings, weekends, and holy days.Must pass a background check and be Safe Environment compliant.