Title: Music Director
Parish: St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, Itasca, IL
Reports To: Pastor
Position: Part-time, Unbenefited, 20 hours per week
Job Summary
The Music Director serves the worship of God by directing the sacred music of the Holy Mass and other liturgical celebrations. Duties and Responsibilities
• Work with the Pastor, clergy, staff, cantors, choirs, and musicians to ensure the music of the parish is beautiful, reverent, and fitting for Catholic liturgy
• Must uphold all the teachings of the Catholic Church and strive to live a life in continuity with them
• Should understand music as a ministry of service and prayer
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and reverence for the Sacred Liturgy.
Qualifications
• Experience in Catholic liturgical music
• Knowledge of the Roman Catholic liturgy
• Proficiency in organ, piano, and vocal music
• Ability to lead choirs, cantors, and musicians effectively
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers, and parishioners
• Formal education or training in music, sacred music or liturgical music is preferred
• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing
• Must know, profess and act consistently in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church, and with the mission, philosophy, objectives and policies of the Diocese of Joliet.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Salary and Benefits Salary for this position is $35,000 annually, with paid personal days.
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to pastor@stpeteritasca.com. Reference Music Director in Subject Line of Email.
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