Director of Sacred Music

Director of Music at St. Mary’s Catholic ChurchSt. Mary’s Catholic Church is seeking to hire a Director of Music with special emphasis on the musical leadership, coordination, and formation of parish cantors, choirs, and accompanists, and fostering participation in music by the assembly. This is a Part-Time position with the potential for Full-Time based on skills and experience. Hours will vary, but will include all masses.Please submit a cover letter and resume to Chris Traub at [email protected] and to Fr. John Honiotes at [email protected]:Commitment to personal faith and the ChurchProficient in piano and organEvidence of a strong background and knowledge of liturgical music and liturgy in the Roman Catholic TraditionBachelor of Arts degree in Music or related fieldAdministrative/supervisory experience preferredExperience rehearsing vocalists and instrumentalists (individually and ensembles)Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills; very detail-orientedStrong communication skills for written communications and verbal interactions with volunteers, guest musicians, and all parishionersAbility to take initiative, be a self-starter, and follow directionsAbility to learn and adhere to office proceduresTechnology: Demonstrated proficiency with or the ability to learn and follow computer programs or web-based tools including Microsoft Office Suite, Constant Contact, Google (forms, docs, spreadsheets, etc.)Since this is a ministerial position, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing and must support, know, and act consistently in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church, and with the mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the Diocese of Joliet #J-18808-Ljbffr