Director of Music

Pottstown, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Director of Music Reports to: Parochial Administrator Location: St. Thomas More Parish Pottstown PA 19465 Status: Part-Time Non-Exempt (15 hours/week)

Objective The Director of Music leads and coordinates the Parishs liturgical music ministry fostering high-quality worship through collaboration with clergy staff cantors choir members and musicians. The Director plans directs and performs music for Sunday Masses Holy Days sacramental celebrations and special liturgies.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in music (preferred) or equivalent experience
Knowledge of Catholic liturgy and worship
Proficiency in organ and piano performance conducting sight reading and vocal coaching skills.
Strong organizational collaboration and communication skills
Familiarity with copyright and digital licensing rules (e.g. One License ICR Music)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Google Workspace and One License

Core Responsibilities

Serve as principal organist for parish weekend Masses and special liturgies as assigned
Plan prepare and distribute schedules cantor music and materials guitar and choir music
Plan and direct choir rehearsals (SeptemberJune) and select appropriate repertoire
Provide vocal coaching and music theory training to choir members and clergy
Schedule and communicate assignments and text weekly reminders to cantors and musicians
Coordinate music for weddings and funerals including consultations and rehearsals
Maintain parish instruments music library and digital music licenses
Track and prepare payroll reports for paid staff organists
Collaborate with Business Manager on budgeting purchasing payroll and copyright compliance
Recruit new choir members and promote participation in music ministry

Interested candidates should send a resume to Father Matthew VanSmoorenburg at

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Job Title: Director of Music Reports to: Parochial Administrator Location: St. Thomas More Parish Pottstown PA 19465 Status: Part-Time Non-Exempt (15 hours/week) Objective The Director of Music leads and coordinates the Parishs liturgical music ministry fostering high-quality worship through collab...