What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Director position at Catholic Diocese of Venice?
Title: Music Director
Reports to: Pastor
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Church | Grove City, FL
Classification: Salaried/Exempt
Overview
This position is responsible for music at all liturgical and non-liturgical celebrations; the training, development, and preparation of cantors, musicians, and choir members; and all administrative functions associated with the position.
Job Responsibilities
- Plans and prepares all music for all liturgical activities, in keeping with the preferences of the pastor.
- Accompany preferably by both organ and piano
- Leads all weekend Masses and Holy Days, Funerals, Weddings, Penance Services, taped TV Masses, Christmas Concert, among others
- Teaches both contemporary and traditional music that reflects Vatican II theology and scriptural texts
- Plans and leads rehearsals with cantors, choirs, and musicians to prepare for all liturgies and non-liturgical concerts/performances
Recruits, trains, and develops cantors, musicians, and choir members - Maintains professional competence through regular music practice
- Works with staff to coordinate bulletin announcements, publicity, etc.
- Participate in monthly staff and liturgy meetings
- Maintains organized and updated music files
- Provides accurate copyright information and coordinates all financial responsibilities.
- Organizes and maintains all equipment used by musicians, including but not limited to organ, piano, microphones, stands, sound system
- Collaborate with other Music Directors and outside contacts to facilitate the growth of new ideas.
- Performs any other duties as directed by the Pastor/Administrator
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in music or related field OR Bachelor’s degree with 15 years of experience in lieu of master’s degree
- Must be a practicing Catholic.
- Experience with liturgical music in a parish setting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Personal maturity and flexibility, an appreciation for the path of discipleship, commitment to assisting the faithful to grow in understanding and appreciation for Sacred Liturgy and sacred music.