Pastoral Assistant Music - Salary

Inspires, enables, and coordinates the liturgical music for the parish, as well as assisting with the music program at the school.

   MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborates with the Pastoral Leader, staff, and consultative bodies in implementing the mission of the parish.
2. Coordinates the development and implementation of the music program for the parish. Implements the music program, makes music selections, and schedules and oversees musicians in collaboration with the pastoral leader, presider, and other staff as appropriate.
3. Directs the choir(s) of the parish. Recruits, trains, and supports parish ministers of music, including the Cantors/leaders of song, and choral groups. Schedules practices and assures that accompanists and music are appropriately trained, scheduled and paid.
4. Selects and develops participation aids for the assembly to encourage full, active, and conscious participation through singing.
5. Serves as staff to the Liturgy and Worship commission. Works with the Chairperson to create agenda, attend meetings and complete work as requested by the Commission and approved by the supervisor.
6. Provides assistance for parishioners needing music for weddings and funerals. Develops and maintains resource list for organists, soloists, and other musicians available to perform at these functions.
7. Prepares and administers the Music budget as delegated by the pastoral leader.
8. Ensures appropriate copyright permissions, use fees and licenses have been obtained for all material used in the music program.
9. Maintains a level of knowledge and skills required for the ministry by: reading appropriate materials and attending workshops and conventions. The Pastoral Assistant for Music also participates in regional, Archdiocesan and National Professional organizations, as approved and appropriate.

In order to be considered for this position, you must be an active Catholic and have most if not all of the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Music Theory or a related field is desired.
• Strong vocal skills and ability to direct.
• 3+ years experience working as Choir Director or Pastoral Assistant for Music at another parish.
• Being able to play piano or guitar while singing is desired.
• Ability to play the electric organ.
• Knowledge of liturgical music catalog is required.
• Ability to pass background check and Safe Environment program requirements within 30 days of job offer.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.