Associate Director of Music and Liturgy

Duties And Responsibilities Musical and Liturgical LeadershipProvide skilled accompaniment (organ/piano) and/or conduct a variety of parish music groups, including vocal choirs, children’s choirs, handbell ensembles, and contemporary music groups, serving both the English and Hispanic communities.Assist the Director in the preparation and development of music and worship resources, ensuring adherence to Roman Catholic liturgical norms.Accompany periodic school Masses during the academic year and assist with the school choir, as requested.Provide musical accompaniment for weddings and funerals, as required.Serves as a back-up to the Director, when needed.Volunteer Coordination and FormationTrain, schedule, and coordinate liturgical ministry volunteers, e.g., Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Ushers.Assist in providing ongoing liturgical formation and catechesis for both volunteers and the wider parish community.Technology and AdministrationMaintain, troubleshoot, and improve the parish's technology systems for worship, including sound/PA systems, video recording/broadcast equipment, and general audio/video production.Assist the Director with the general upkeep of instruments, e.g., organ, piano, and maintenance of the music library Other Duties And Responsibilities Specialized training in organ, sacred music, and music technology is preferred.A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in accompanying and leading liturgical services within a faith-based context.Catholic Faith: The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic who can communicate the faith effectively through words and actions. Thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith and Roman Catholic liturgy is essential.Musical Proficiency: Advanced skill in organ and piano performance and conducting.Technical Literacy: Comfort and proficiency with multiple technology platforms, including:Volunteer management systemsMusic notation software, e.g., Finale or Sibelius.Audio/video equipment and production for live stream/broadcast.Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Ability to learn other parish office systems, e.g., MSP, Realm, MIO.Communication: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and pedagogical skills, with the proven ability to lead and direct adults and youth from the console/keyboard.Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.Adaptability: Ability to be flexible, demonstrate cultural sensitivity, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic parish environment.Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checksMust complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 30 days of hire. Position Start Date: ASAP

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