Liturgist & Music Director Full Time
Required skills
- piano
- organ
- keyboard accompaniment
- vocal skills
- choral conducting
- keyboard performance
- vocal performance
- Practicing Catholic
Nice to have
- equivalent experience
Role summary
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Gladstone, MO is seeking a full-time Liturgist & Music Director. This role involves selecting and directing choral music, planning music for various masses and events, training and scheduling musicians, managing the music library and equipment, and providing keyboard accompaniment. The position requires knowledge of Roman Catholic liturgy and sacred music, a Bachelor's degree in Music or equivalent experience, proficiency in piano/organ, strong vocal skills, and experience in choral conducting and performance. The candidate must be a practicing Catholic, available for weekends and some evenings, and possess strong ethical standards.
Description
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Gladstone, MO is seeking a full time Liturgist & Music Director.
- Select/rehearse/direct choral music selections with the liturgical calendar for the parish choirs.
- Plan music selections for weekend Masses and weekday school Masses.
- Train, Supervise, and schedule cantors and other musicians.
- Hire holiday musicians and accompanists for Chirstmas and Easter as needed.
- Maintain the parish music library, equipment, and instruments.
- Work closely with academy staff to plan music selections for school masses and other special events like Christmas concerts.
- Assist preparation of music for Funerals and Weddings.
- Report all copyright licensing and usage of published music.
- Provide keyboard accompaniment for weekend and special liturgies.
- Work within the approved budget for the parish music ministry.
- Meet regularly with parish staff, Fr. Thomas, and musicians.
Requirements
- Knowledge and experience with Roman Catholic liturgy and sacred music.
- Bachelor's Degree in Music or equivalent experience required.
- Demonstrated competency with piano and/or organ.
- Strong vocal skills and ability to teach music to the congregation.
- Experience in choral conducting and keyboard or vocal performance.
- Must be available to work weekends and some evenings.
- Practicing Catholic with ethical standards, personal integrity, and conduct consistent with the morals and teachings of the Catholic Church.
Benefits
This position offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays.
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.
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