Director of Music

Description St. George is a small Catholic parish in the western suburbs seeking a part-time Director of Music to coordinate and oversee all aspects of the music ministry. This role requires someone who is adept at cantoring, playing piano, and directing choir members, cantors, a piano accompanist, and other instrumentalists. The Director of Music plans and leads music at two weekend Masses (Saturday 4pm, Sunday 9:15am), directs an adult choir weekly from September through Pentecost, and directs a youth choir monthly from September through May. Additionally, the Director of Music will provide music for funerals, weddings, holy days, and other scheduled Masses and events as needed.

This is a part-time position with no benefits. Salary range is $25,000-$27,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

Proficiency in cantoring

Proficiency in playing the piano, as well as accompanying a choir

Strong knowledge of Catholic music and liturgy

Ability to lead adult and youth choirs, as well as cantors, a piano accompanist, and instrumentalists

Ability to work with people of all ages and varying skill levels

Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, moderate to strong computer skills

Ability to collaborate with the pastor, parish staff, and music ministry volunteers

Ability to set up music equipment and operate the sound systemA passion for music, the ability to take initiative, and an enthusiasm for working with others in a parish setting

To apply, email cover letter and resume to info@stgeorgelonglake.org. The cover letter should be addressed to Fr Shane Stoppel-Wasinger.

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