Music Director and Organist

Purpose

This position is responsible for direction of the church’s music program under the supervision or delegation of the Pastor. This responsibility includes selecting and leading music in worship as well as the organist role. The music program currently supports cantors, two choirs, and a schola.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and oversee the cantors, choirs, and schola (chant) for the Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning Masses (i.e. all weekend English Masses), Holy Days of Obligation, Holy Week liturgies, school graduation Masses, funerals, and weddings.
• Provide directly or indirectly the playing of the organ for the Saturday afternoon and Sunday Masses, Holy Days of Obligation, Holy Week liturgies, school graduation Masses, funerals, and weddings.
• Select music and coordinate performance and accompaniment with the Pastor.
• Organize and lead rehearsals for cantors, choirs, and schola.
• Recruit new cantors and/or members for the choirs and schola as deemed necessary by the Pastor.
• Maintain the music resources of the parish.
• Provide the Parish Office Administrator with the information necessary for inclusion in the weekly church bulletin for weekly Masses or other special occasions.
• Meet with the Pastor and/or Parish Office Administrator as needed to plan and coordinate liturgical service.
• Responsibilities may change based upon musical needs as determined by the Pastor.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• A Catholic in good standing preferred.
• Demonstrates a willingness to abide by the teachings of the Catholic Church as a public person.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work within the decision-making process of Saint John Vianney Catholic Parish.
• Has experience in performance of organ music and direction of choir.
• Proven experience in directing choirs or education specific to choral direction.
• Music education completed or in progress.
• Able to attentively listen, lead, and communicate effectively.
• Must pass a background check.