Liturgist and Music Director

Description The Liturgist and Music Director is responsible for leading all aspects of vibrant liturgical life at Saint Mary’s College. This position guides all aspects of planning liturgies that promote the fully conscious and active participation of the community of faith. The successful candidate will have vision and skills to foster a liturgical identity unique to Saint Mary’s, focusing on strengthening beauty in the sacred liturgy, attending to women’s experiences and the needs of college students, and building a musically diverse choral repertoire. The Liturgist and Music Director leads the liturgical planning of Sunday Masses, holy days, and major liturgical celebrations in the life of the College, including Mass of the Holy Spirit, Advent Lessons and Carols, Commencement Mass, and Reunion Masses. This position recruits, develops, and rehearses the liturgical choir, cantors, and instrumentalists, serves as the primary accompanist for Sunday evening 7 pm Masses and other major liturgies on campus, and manages all sound and instrument setups. The Liturgist and Music Director collaborates closely with the Department of Music, the Church of Loretto liturgy staff, and other campus constituencies in planning prayer and rituals for the larger campus community. The position maintains and develops the liturgical music library, focusing on building a vibrant and diverse liturgical repertoire and Saint Mary’s liturgical identity, creates worship aids, and manages OneLicense music reporting. The Liturgist and Music Director co-chairs the student Liturgy Commission and supervises student liturgy interns, music ministry interns, and all volunteer sacristans, liturgical ministers, and musicians. This position may oversee a Masters of Sacred Music Assistant, depending on MSM Assistant placements. The Liturgist and Music Director works closely with CFAM team members to provide formation and training that supports students’ active participation in liturgy. This role also oversees music for retreats and worship nights on campus and supports students through spiritual conversations and ministry of presence when appropriate. The Liturgist and Music Director collaborates with the Director of CFAM and the CFAM team for strategic planning and pastoral leadership. The position contributes to the collective work of the Center for Faith, Action and Ministry to further Saint Mary’s mission as a Catholic and Holy Cross institution. The above describes the general content and requirements of this job and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Liturgy, Music, Theology, or a related field is required. Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy and other liturgical prayer practices within the tradition. Proficiency in piano, voice, and conducting. Three to five years of pastoral experience in a liturgy and music setting is preferred. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and expertise in creating worship aids. Proficiency in choir development, orchestration, and music publishing software such as Dorico is preferred. Schedule: 40 Hours/12 Months

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