Music Coordinator at St. Peter The Apostle Church

Boerne, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Music Coordination, Liturgical Music Leadership, Choir Management, Volunteer Training, Communication Skills, Organ Performance, Piano Performance, Vocal Performance, Collaboration, Administrative Skills, Copyright Compliance, Event Coordination, Community Engagement, Liturgy Knowledge, Safe Environment Compliance, Music Selection

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Description FLSA: Part -Time / Non- Exempt / Hourly Paid Reports to: Director of Liturgy Position Summary: The Music Coordinator fosters the faith life of the parish through music and song, facilitated through several parish choirs, encouraging full, active, and conscious participation in liturgical celebrations. This role requires collaborating with other parish music leads to coordinate music for all parish liturgies and events, while maintaining the integrity of Catholic liturgical norms and traditions. The Music Coordinator reports to the Director of Liturgy and Ministries for continuity in the celebration of the Liturgical Year. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Liturgical Music Leadership · Work with current lead musicians to implement a schedule of leads and choirs for all Masses to include weekend, daily, Holy Days of Obligation and all special liturgical events throughout the year. Ensure all Masses are appropriately scheduled for music, particularly when regular music leads are unavailable. · Work with lead musicians to ensure that liturgically appropriate music is selected for all weekend Masses, Holy Days of Obligation, and special liturgies (e.g., Christmas, Easter Triduum, funerals, weddings, anniversaries, baptisms and other special occasions). · Select music appropriate to the liturgical season and readings, in collaboration with the Liturgy Committee. · Ensure music aligns with Catholic doctrine and enhances congregational participation. Choir and Music Ministry · Coordinate adult and children’s choirs, including working with lead musicians to schedule weekly and special rehearsals and performances. · Recruit, train, and mentor cantors, accompanists, and other music volunteers. · Maintain choir rosters and ensure compliance with Safe Environment policies. · Proactively develop and integrate music liturgy throughout the Parish. Administrative · Maintain musical instruments and sound equipment. · Ensure copyright compliance and manage music resources. · Create worship aids and coordinate with AV teams for projection or printing of music. Collaboration and Communication · Hold monthly meetings with lead musicians and Director of Liturgy and Ministries to ensure effective communication with all those involved in the liturgical needs of the parish. · Work closely and collaboratively with parish staff, faith formation leaders, clergy and ministries. · Actively participate in staff and liturgy committee meetings. · Coordinate music and music consultation for parish ministries and events. · Collaborate with school’s music instructor and Principal for Children’s Mass and other special school music occasions. · Collaborate with elementary and teen faith formation program directors to provide special summer programs and/or camps. Work Schedule · This position is part time with a schedule of up to 25 hours per week. · Work hours may be flexible from week to week in order to meet the needs of the parish and school at the direction of the Pastor. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: · Strong commitment to the mission of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church and be in full communion with the Catholic Church. · Positive communication skills, verbal and written. · Minimum three years’ experience leading music ministry in a Catholic Parish. · Strong knowledge of Catholic liturgy and music traditions. · Strong proficiency in organ, piano, and vocal performance. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed. The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The Music Coordinator leads the music ministry for parish liturgies and events, ensuring appropriate music selection and scheduling for all Masses. This role also involves coordinating choirs and music volunteers while maintaining compliance with Catholic liturgical norms.