Principal Organist

PARISH MISSION:

“Guided by the Holy Spirit, we are a community centered in the Eucharist. We seek to live our faith, to grow in holiness, and to proclaim the love of Christ through service to all.”

JOB PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for accompanying Masses and rehearsals, providing support to staff accompanists, and leading volunteer cantors.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES:

• Promote the implementation of sacred music

• Build the confidence of volunteer members

• Foster an atmosphere of collegiality among the section leaders, accompanists, and members of the music ministry

REPORTS:

Direct Manager: Director of Music

Guidance & Inspiration: Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary

TYPE:

Non-Exempt, Hourly, Part Time: no benefits provided

Able to work flexible schedule as necessary (weekends, holidays)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (to include but not limited to):

• Accompany rehearsals for: Cantors and Ensembles

• Accompany Masses, Adoration, Parish Events, etc

• Provide preludes and postludes for liturgies

• Private organ lessons for parishioners

• To treat the people and the Church with respect and reverence

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE PROFILE:

• Bachelor of Music (Masters preferred); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Extremely punctual and reliable

• Highly organized

• Excellent sight-reading and improvisation skills

• Ability to prepare music outside of rehearsal times

• Ability to read chant, hymnody, and choral repertoire

• Strong knowledge and understanding of Catholic liturgy

• An audition with the Director of Music, required

PROFILE FOR SUCCESS:

• Cooperation and teamwork: Works well with others

• Judgment in job performance: Decision making ability

• Reliability and quality of work: Achieves results

• Mission of the Church: Connects the work of the parish office to the parishioner experience

• Takes initiative: Develops continuously

• Communication: Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills

• Supervision and leadership: Leads courageously

As all Archdiocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the teachings, goals and mission of the Church in performing their work. Every employee of St. Mary Catholic Parish is expected to model virtue and justice:

• Create a warm, welcoming, positive and cheerful workplace for both staff and parishioners

• Foster respect and dignity of all, do not gossip, do not slander or malign others

• Embrace a spirit of docility, obedience, and accept the leadership and vision of the Pastor

• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and personal integrity, personal issues do not interfere with managing work responsibilities

• Adhere to business professional dress code