Lead Musician for Worship Services

Music Director Position The Saint Thomas More Parish is seeking a talented Music Director to lead their music ministry. This part-time position involves serving as principal organist, conducting the liturgical choir, and collaborating with donors to maintain the music ministry budget. Responsibilities: • Serve as principal organist at all liturgies (4:30pm Saturday Vigil, 11:00 am Sunday Mass, and additional as required) • Conduct the liturgical choir, an ensemble made up of volunteers and professional choral scholars • Collaborate with existing donors to maintain the music ministry budget and foster new relationships • Produce a yearly calendar for the STM music ministry • Select music for all liturgies in the church calendar, including choral repertoire • Maintain the church's instruments, including the 3-manual Rodgers/Moller hybrid organ and grand piano • Oversee the church's amplification system and work with outside vendors for necessary repairs or updates Qualifications: • Collaborative spirit to work on a team dedicated to pastoral service and community • Deep familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy and music • 2-5 years of experience in a church setting • Exceptional conducting, organ, and piano skills • Excellent sight-reading ability • Enthusiastic spirit to work with a volunteer music ministry • Able to manage professional cantors and choral scholars • Excellent planning, communication, and organization skills • Able to create worship aids for larger liturgies Benefits: • $150 for regular weekend liturgies organist • $150 for funerals organist • $150 for weddings organist • $55 for rehearsals