Director of Music Job at Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers in San Antonio

Employment Status

Full‑time (40 hours per week) – Exempt (Salaried)

Reports to

Pastor

Location

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, San Antonio, TX

Work Hours

As set by Pastor in accordance with the Mass and other service schedules.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401(a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short‑term/Long‑term Disability (may vary based on employment status and location).

Overview

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Director of Music to join our vibrant parish community. The ideal candidate will be a bilingual Spanish/English speaker with a passion for music and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and spiritually enriching worship environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop talent from within the parish community. Prepare and schedule all music ministers and cantors for the liturgies.


• Re‑establish, build, direct (and accompany as needed) the parish choir and a seasonal children’s choir, and possibly a regular children’s choir if participation levels are adequate.


• Prepare and select music for Masses and special liturgical events.


• Attend all required meetings with pastoral staff, musicians, cantors, and the Liturgy Committee as required.


• Attend all weekend Masses, holy day Masses and other liturgical events to assure the music program is properly performed by choirs, musicians, and cantors.


• Provide organ and piano accompaniment for some, but not all, weekend Masses, Holy Day Masses, Christmas and Easter Masses and assign schedules to cantors and musicians for the remaining liturgies.


• Coordinate liturgical services in conjunction with the OCIA team.


• Coordinate with the Director of Religious Education (DRE) for Confirmations, First Communions and any special liturgy.


• Provide parish catechesis regarding sacred music, including historical aspects.


• Lead the Sacred Music Series, including sung Vespers.


• Meet with the liturgy director and families for funerals regarding the music for the liturgy. Assure all music for the funeral is sacred and appropriate.


• Plan music with engaged couples for their wedding ceremony, assuring all music is sacred and appropriate.


• Assist the families for funerals and wedding couples in selecting an appropriate musician and/or cantor for their services if the Music Director does not provide these services.


• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.


• Support and adhere to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees.


• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy.


• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct and guide all musicians and cantors; assess performance and reliability of these individuals.

Requirements (Qualifications)

• Musically proficient in both Spanish and English preferred, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• A degree in Music, Liturgical Music, or a related field, or equivalent experience in music direction within a church setting.


• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate and motivate volunteer musicians and choirs.


• Proficiency in playing the piano or organ and a comprehensive understanding of liturgical music.


• Practicing Catholic with a thorough understanding of Catholic liturgy and traditions, and a commitment to the values and mission of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.


• Must be able to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.


• Ability to read and interpret standard musical notation.


• Solid understanding of Catholic liturgy and sacred music.


• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.


• Working knowledge of sound systems and basic technology.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and music‑related software.


• Bilingual ability preferred but not required.


• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism.

Skills/Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.


• Knowledge of liturgy preferred.


• Skill in selecting appropriate liturgical music; demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work with volunteers.


• Vocal and organ or piano proficiency within the Roman Catholic Liturgy.


• Choral conducting proficiency.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.


• Strong communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and the general public.


• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions furnished in writing or orally.


• Ability to adapt to changing schedules or routines; excellent time management skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Driver’s License.


• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.

Physical Demands

The position requires regular talking or hearing, sitting for long periods, use of hands in repetitive motions, answering telephone calls, standing, stooping, bending and lifting up to 25 pounds. The employee is expected to work on weekends and occasional evenings as needed.

Work Environment

The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.