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Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers · 4 months ago

Coordinator of Music Ministry

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is dedicated to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ, and they are seeking a Coordinator of Music Ministry to lead and develop the music ministry for weekly Mass worship services and other celebrations. The role involves planning, coordination, and execution of music for various liturgical events while fostering a love for the Catholic faith among parishioners.

Responsibilities

Responsible for selection of music and accompaniment and coordination for all Liturgical celebrations including: Saturday and Sunday Masses and liturgies, Holy Days of Obligation, Ordinations and other Archdiocesan events (if requested), Evening Prayer Services, Reconciliation Services, Stations of the Cross, Holy Week (including Living Stations), Funerals and Memorial Services, Parish Mission(s), Weddings, Anniversaries, Quinceaneras, Feast Days or Solemnities, and additional parish liturgies, with consideration given to weekly liturgical content

Coordinating and supporting music ministry ensembles including adult choir, children’s choir, Spanish choir, instrumentalists/orchestra, and contemporary music group(s)

Scheduling of pianist/musicians, cantors and ensembles for Masses and other celebrations, including substitute musicians and/or cantors when needed for planned/unplanned absences

Ensuring that musicians, cantor, and choir are present and prepared for liturgical celebrations

Introduce new, Spanish or bilingual music to Mass selections as requested by the Pastor

Coordinate, lead and accompany weekly choir rehearsals (minimum of one mid-week practice and practice prior to each Mass, as necessary)

Foster an environment of reverence and respect among the choir during Mass

Maintain and update rosters for all groups

Recruit singers and musicians for all ensembles

Compose and send out weekly announcements and schedules

Contribute to parish social media accounts

Organizing, promoting, and fund raising for the Yvonne Cosgrove Concert Series

Training cantors, accompanists, and musicians

Meet with wedding couples, parents of Quinceaneras, and funeral families as necessary

Produce or aid in the development of worship aids and scripts for liturgies

Participate in briefings with the Liturgy Office and/or Pastor as needed

Be an active presence for all parish communities including Faith Formation, Spanish, contemporary services, ACTS, and Youth Ministry, among others

Coordinate and oversee music for special events, including but not limited to: Lessons and Carols, Christmas Masses, Choir and congregation 30-minute prelude of selected carols, Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults (during Lent), Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday), organ recitals, guest musician concerts, and seasonal concerts (e.g. civic/patriotic/ holiday) suggested by Pastor

Create annual budget for the music ministry (fiscal year July 1- June 30) to estimate costs and manage funds needed to accomplish music ministry goals

Create and implement a plan for growth and development of the choir and music ministry including recruitment of new members and development of existing members

Ensure participation of choir and music department in annual Ministry Fair

Participate with the Liturgy Committee and attend regular meetings

Pursue continuing education, training, and certification in musical and liturgical areas

Ensure all music ministry equipment is properly inventoried, serviced and maintained, and the music and choir areas are kept clean and orderly

Maintain music library so as to provide current musical resource materials for Masses and liturgical celebrations, create music plans for each liturgy, and purchase new music. Ensure music licenses are maintained and up-to-date, and oversee copyright permissions for the parish

Performs duties as required of this area of responsibility, or directed by the Pastor

Qualification

Degree in MusicChoral conducting experienceExperience in music ministrySound amplification knowledgeCatholic liturgyOrganizational skillsProficient with Microsoft OfficeFluency in SpanishLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork ability

Required

A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing

Undergraduate degree in Music

Excellence as a pianist, and proficiency in conducting, specifically experience in choral conducting

Experience with sound amplification and audio sound systems

Minimum of two years of experience directing/coordinating music ministry in a Catholic parish or environment

Must be knowledgeable of Catholic liturgy, including liturgical documents with respect to worship and the ministry of music, and other pertinent documents and resources

Demonstrated skill in selecting/planning music in support of liturgical events, and good organizational skills

Must be enthusiastically motivated to promote a music program that follows the teachings and liturgical norms of the Catholic Church

Must demonstrate ability of serving collaboratively with other members of the parish staff. Must have exemplary communication skills, coordinating with the whole parish community

Good leadership skills, plus the ability to lead, train and form music ministers, and openness to relate to a variety of people. Is an active listener

The ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters

Excellent communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to communicate to various levels of office staff, ministry leaders and parishioners

Ability to work in a team environment, fostering a positive work environment

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat

Meet all Archdiocesan employment requirements

Provide proof of valid driver's license and insurance