Part-time Liturgical Music Leader

Position:

Part-time Liturgical Music Leader

Location:

Durand, MI

Job Id:

1564

# of Openings:

1

St. Mary and St. Joseph Parish in Durand and Gaines is now accepting applications for a part‑time Liturgical Music Leader. A keyboardist is preferred for this musician position.

SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Pastor and in accordance with established policies and procedures and Church liturgical documents, assists in providing musical accompaniment for parish liturgies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with the Music/Choir personnel and Pastor in determining the repertoire for all liturgies.

Assist with the selection of appropriate music based on scripture readings on a weekly basis.

Provide musical accompaniment at liturgies and rehearsals.

Work with choir members and musicians and the assembly at liturgies.

Recruit, train, direct and supervise vocalists and instrumentalists.

Possess good sight‑reading skills; be proficient at keyboards and/or guitar.

Keep abreast of current Church documents regarding liturgy, current liturgical music and hymnals.

Schedule and rehearse choirs or ensembles as required.

Communicate regularly with fellow musicians and choir members through email.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE
Is an active participant in the work of the Catholic Church and is able to partake in the full sacramental life of the church. Must have good leadership skills, an active faith life, ability to work collaboratively with others, experience in areas of responsibility in ministry and have previous experience in musical accompaniment. Previous experience in a parish ministry is a plus.

SKILLS

Knowledge of Catholic music literature.

Working knowledge of the Catholic liturgical service.

Familiar with all parts of the Mass and knowledge of where music is required.

Active faith life and ability to translate this into action for others.

Work well with volunteers.

Knowledge of the mission of the parish and the church and can enable others to live this mission in their own lives.

Understanding of and ability to use collaborative management skills.

Knowledge of church teachings and biblical studies.

Ability to form group cohesion and consensus.

Understanding of the needs of the parish.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The musician is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. The musician is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel or crouch. The musician must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires working one Mass per weekend and must be flexible enough to cover some weekdays and additional weekend Masses when necessary.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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