Catholic Diocese of Cleveland is hiring: Music Director: St. Mary Parish in Lora

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION - ST. MARY PARISH, LORAIN - MUSIC DIRECTOR

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Catholic Liturgy
• Good people skills, ability to work cooperatively with parish staff
• Experience of working with choirs
• Able to provide for recruitment, organization, preparation, leadership of choir

Focus

Responsible for designing and leading a music program which evokes, encourages, and supports congregational prayer and participation. Work in collaboration with Pastor and staff

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plan for all liturgical services, including, but not limited to liturgical seasons, special parish events, weddings and funerals
• Train and utilize cantors to encourage congregational singing
• Foster fellowship, spirituality and commitment among choir members
• Conduct regular choir rehearsals and brief practices before services (when appropriate)
• Choose music which enhances, compliments, and supports the message of each worship experience
• Make an effort to include inclusive language
• Maintain worship aid licensure, purchase of music and maintain music equipment
• Encouraged to participate in/attend parish events
• Any other request from the pastor

Accountability

Accountable to the pastor