Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers is hiring: Coordinator of Music Ministry in S

Overview

Coordinator of Music Ministry role at Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers. Full-time position based in San Antonio, TX.

Description

To spread the Good News of Jesus Christ to all of God’s people by word and action.

Job Title

Coordinator of Music Ministry

Employment Details

• Employment Status: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, including nights and weekends as necessary
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
• Schedule: Monday – Sunday; hours vary based on church needs
• Reports to: Director of Liturgy and Pastor

Summary

The Coordinator of Music Ministry is responsible for planning, coordination, execution, and development of the music ministry for weekly Mass worship services and other celebrations. The goal is to engage the faithful in song during worship and draw them into a closer relationship with God. The Coordinator should exhibit reverence for Mass and liturgical celebrations and help parishioners nurture a love and devotion to the Catholic faith so that they may spread the Gospel through prayer and song.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate music and accompaniment for all liturgical celebrations (e.g., Saturday and Sunday Masses, Holy Days of Obligation, ordinations, parish events, prayer services, Holy Week, weddings, funerals, quinceañeras, etc.).
• Coordinate and support music ministry ensembles (adult choir, children’s choir, Spanish choir, instrumentalists/orchestra, contemporary groups).
• Schedule musicians, cantors, and ensembles, including substitutes for planned or unplanned absences.
• Ensure musicians and choirs are present and prepared for liturgical celebrations.
• Introduce new music, including Spanish or bilingual selections, as requested by the Pastor.
• Lead and accompany weekly choir rehearsals (minimum one mid-week practice and pre-Mass practice as needed).
• Foster reverence and respect among the choir during Mass.
• Maintain and update rosters; recruit singers and musicians; prepare weekly announcements and schedules.
• Contribute to parish social media and coordinate music for special events and concerts.
• Train cantors, accompanists, and musicians; meet with couples and families as needed; prepare worship aids and liturgical scripts.
• Participate in briefings with the Liturgy Office and Pastor; engage with parish communities (Faith Formation, Spanish, contemporary services, ACTS, Youth Ministry, etc.).
• Create annual budget for the music ministry and develop plans for growth and development of the choir and ministry.
• Ensure participation in the annual Ministry Fair; attend Liturgy Committee meetings; pursue continuing education and maintain equipment and music licenses.
• Maintain the music library and ensure copyright permissions are up to date.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Pastor.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing
• Undergraduate degree in Music
• Excellence on piano and proficiency in conducting, especially choral conducting
• Experience with sound amplification and audio systems
• Minimum of two years directing/coordinating music ministry in a Catholic parish or equivalent
• Knowledge of Catholic liturgy and related documents; ability to plan liturgical music
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with staff and parish
• Leadership ability to train and form music ministers; active listener; maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written and oral communication; able to coordinate with diverse parish groups
• Team-oriented with a positive work environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Meet Archdiocesan employment requirements; provide proof of valid driver’s license and insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in music
• Organist
• Fluency in Spanish (desired but not required)

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Frequent standing, walking, sitting; occasional climbing stairs, balancing, crouching; may lift up to 25 pounds. Moderate noise level in office.

This description reflects the current job and may be revised. The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Revised: September 2025.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative
• Information Technology

Industries

• Religious Institutions

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