Director of Music
The Church of Saint Monica
Berwyn, PA
Job ID#:
11759174888
Posted:
April 23, 2026
Expires:
June 22, 2026
Category:
Music Ministry
Terms:
Part-Time Employee
Experience:
5-10 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
Salary
Send applications or inquiries to: [email protected]
Job Description
Vision:Under the direction of the pastor, this person will accompany the cantor and choir at the organ/piano during weekend liturgies, praise and worship nights and mornings. The person will also recruit, lead and coordinate adult and children's choirs.
Responsibilities:
- recruit for, build, direct or coordinate all parish music including an adult choir and children's choir
- plan, schedule, direct, coordinate, perform music which is liturgically appropriate for weekend parish liturgies and designated liturgies (e.g. weddings, funerals) and special celebrations, (e.g. parish feast day, Taize, Lessons & Carols, etc.)
- invite/develop parish volunteers for roles in music and liturgy, e.g. cantors
- schedule volunteer and paid musicians (cantors, instrumentalists)
- develop and adhere to music budget
- oversee maintenance of church-owned instruments
- maintain streaming/copyright licenses as it relates to music
- select hymnals/worship aides for parish
- oversee liturgical-based technology, e.g. sound system
- attend parish staff meetings and retreats
- music/liturgy based updates to Director of Communication
- preparation of weekly binders for Lector and Celebrant
Our ideal candidate is a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church. He/She will also possess:
- strong knowledge of and appreciation for Catholic liturgy
- professional competence in organ and piano
- proficient in reading music
- considerable vocal skills
- wide knowledge of and competence in Catholic theology and Catholic music traditions from Gregorian chant to traditional hymns to contemporary Catholic music, including multiple Mass settings
- Bachelor's degree in Music (Master's degree a plus)
- excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
- good communication skills
- five years' experience as Music Director for a Catholic parish or equivalent position
- experience in conducting, directing and building adult choir
- capability in building, conducting and directing a children's choir
The church building will function as the primary space for ministry and tasks. A small office area within the church is provided, as well as a communal workspace within the parish office/rectory.
Physical Requirements:
Some light lifting of hymnals, music books, etc.
Submit resume and pay requirements to [email protected]
Send applications or inquiries to: [email protected]
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