What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Liturgical Music Leader position at Catholic Diocese of Lansing?
St. Mary and St. Joseph Parish in Durand and Gaines is now accepting applications for a part-time Liturgical Music Leader. A keyboardist is preferred for this musician position.
Interested candidates are asked to please submit the online application and attach a cover letter and resume.
SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Pastor and in accordance with established policies and procedures and Church liturgical documents, assists in providing musical accompaniment for parish liturgies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Collaborate with the Music/Choir personnel and Pastor in determining the repertoire for all liturgies.
- Assists with the selection of appropriate music based on scripture readings on a weekly basis
- Responsible for providing musical accompaniment at liturgies and rehearsals.
- Work with choir members and musicians and the assembly at liturgies.
- Responsible for recruiting, training, directing and supervising vocalists and instrumentalists.
- Should have good sight-reading skills. Proficient at keyboards and/or guitar including sight reading skills.
- Must keep abreast of current Church documents regarding liturgy, current liturgical music and hymnals.
- As required, schedules, and rehearses choirs or ensembles.
- Good communication skills. Communicate regularly with fellow musicians and choir members through email
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EXPERIENCE: Is an active participant in the work of the Catholic Church and is able to partake in the full sacramental life of the church. Must have good leadership skills, an active faith life, ability to work collaboratively with others, experience in areas of responsibility in ministry and have previous experience in musical accompaniment. Previous experience in a parish ministry is a plus.
SKILLS:
- Knowledge of Catholic music literature
- Must possess a working knowledge of the Catholic liturgical service.
- Be familiar with all parts of the Mass and have knowledge of where music is required.
- Possesses an active faith life and is able to translate this into action for others.
- Able to work well with volunteers.
- Knowledge of the mission of the parish and the church and can enable others to live this mission in their own lives
- Must have an understanding of and ability to use collaborative management skills.
- Knowledge of church teachings and biblical studies
- Knowledge and ability to form group cohesion and consensus
- Understanding of the needs of the parish
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The musician is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The musician is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The musician must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position is required to working one Mass per weekend, this position must be flexible enough to cover some weekdays and additional weekend Masses when necessary.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.