Director of Music Job at Archdiocese of Detroit
Job Description for the Director of Music
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of and in collaboration with the parish pastor, the music director will:
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of and in collaboration with the parish pastor, the music director will:
- Recruit and train volunteer cantors and choir members and other musicians when needed and appropriate.
- Direct and schedule weekly rehearsal of the choir and cantors.
- Direct choirs, which may include but are not limited to parish adult choir, children’s choir, handbell choirs.
- Adult choir is expected to sing for parish Sunday Mass, Christmas, Easter and other special liturgical celebrations.
- Develop standards for choir members and cantors that include expectations and guidelines.
- Collaborate and participate with the Worship Commission in preparation for celebrations of the liturgical year.
- Select appropriate music for all Parish Rituals and liturgical celebrations.
- Play for the weekend and weekday Masses, MCES school masses, Holy Days of Obligation, and significant Liturgical Celebrations as needed.
- Funerals
- Weddings
- Liturgical Season Masses and Services and other parish gatherings
- Ensure that there is a qualified substitute, approved by the pastor, for Masses when the Director of Music is sick, on vacation or otherwise unavailable.
- Upon approval of the pastor, the Director of Music will order music and maintain the Parish music library, while working within the Parish budget.
- Ensure instruments and sound equipment are maintained, including tuning, cleaning and repairs.
- Coordinate rehearsal schedules with the parish administrative assistant and pastor.
- Implements archdiocesan and parish policies concerning music and liturgy.
- Ensures that all copyright regulations are followed regarding music reprinting.
- Participates in parish pastoral staff meetings and collaborates with parish staff.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in music or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Qualifications:
- Excellent organ, keyboard, and vocal skills.
- Strong musical background or equal experience.
- Is a practicing Catholic.
- Familiar with and able to play a variety of music styles:
- Traditional
- Gospel
- Classical
- Contemporary Christian
- Cultural
- Extensive knowledge of Catholic liturgy and music resources.
- Familiarity of the Roman Missal and Lectionary
- Possess a collaborative spirit with the ability to work with the pastor, parish staff and parishioners.
- Possess and demonstrate a prayerful, faith-filled spirit.
- Must possess leadership skills and experience in teaching and leading a church choir and cantors.
- Must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment and be dependable, self-motivated, and creative.
- Passion for building and growing a music ministry committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Successful completion of Criminal History Background Check and Protecting God’s Children Workshop.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing and walking.
- Prolonged periods of playing an organ, piano, or keyboard.
- Must be able to climb stairs.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.
The Catholic Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, or marital or other legally protected status. The Catholic Church is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
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