Coordinator of Liturgy & Music- Ss Edward & Isidore Parish

Position:

Coordinator of Liturgy & Music - Ss Edward & Isidore Parish
Location:

Green Bay, WI
Job Id:

1412
# of Openings:

1
Position Summary

The Coordinator of Liturgy and Music is responsible for collaborating with the pastor in shaping and forming the worship and liturgical life of the parish. Able to create a dynamic and inspiring worship community, especially through a music ministry program, for the parish community. This role requires the ability to work in a Catholic environment of kindness, compassion, respect, integrity, mutual charity, and dignity.
Knowledge

Requires a high school diploma; bachelor’s degree in music and/or music education is preferred.
Must be a practicing Catholic and a member in good standing of a Catholic parish.
Thorough knowledge of the Roman Catholic liturgical norms of the church; familiarity with sacred music and its appropriate use.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of Catholic ecclesial life and structure, along with knowledge of church organization and operational procedures.
Skills

Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
Must possess the skills necessary to implement large program-wide events.
Proficient at sight reading.
Experience in training a choir.
Strong singer with solid vocal performance skills.
Abilities

Organize, motivate, and sustain volunteers in the liturgical ministry.
Lead and form choirs of parishioners that have various degrees of proficiency in music.
Duties and Responsibilities

Support the mission of Ss. Edward and Isidore Parish.
Participate as a member of the parish team in planning and decision-making and leadership team meetings.
Assist in development and management of a predefined budget.
Collaborate with parish staff and integrate music into parish ministries as applicable.
Continue spiritual and professional development and renewal.
Perform related work as required.
Liturgy

Write petitions every week and for Holy days.
Order supplies as necessary, including books for Mass & Choir.
Lead the worship ministry team, including overseeing the scheduling process of all ministries and sending requests to liturgical ministers for holy days.
Train and manage liturgical ministers as necessary, and oversee the training program for all ministries.
Provide information to create worship aids as necessary for funerals and Holy Hour.
Other liturgical duties as needed.
Music

Plan and play music for weekend Masses.
Schedule and manage all musicians.
Coordinate Stations of the Cross, Holy Days, and wedding music, while ensuring license and recording guidelines are being met.
Maintain the piano and musical instruments.
Funerals

Meet with families and help them choose the music and readings that are most appropriate.
Pull together information for worship aids.
Sing and play for funeral or find an alternate.
Physical/Visual/Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms, and talk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision.
Typical Working Conditions

Person in this position will work in an inside-office environment; work alone at times and frequently with a group; normal hours are 40 hours per week.
Nature of Supervision Received

Receives minimal supervision. Incumbent must establish priorities and independently set daily objectives to meet deadlines and address urgent situations as they occur.
Judgment Exercised/Decisions Made

Considerable judgment and independent decisions are required regarding compliance to policies. Decisions are moderately complex. Requires ability to thoroughly investigate and analyze problems and recommend the proper course of action. Judgment and tact must be used in communication of policies and procedures.
Financial Responsibility

Responsible for effective use of budgeted resources.

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