Music Director

Diocese; Canada; On-site; CAD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

St Joseph Parish in Saugeen Shores, Ontario, in partnership with the Diocese of Hamilton, seeks an experienced Music Director for a part-time role (~10 hours/week). The position plans liturgical music for weekend Masses, coordinates three parish choirs, and arranges music through qualified musicians and cantors.

Candidates should understand Catholic liturgy, be able to play piano, organ, or guitar, and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A good understanding of Catholic Doctrine, liturgy and practice as determined by the Bishop.
• Ability to play piano, organ, or guitar and lead congregational singing.
• Experience directing choirs or coordinating liturgical music is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning liturgical music in collaboration with the pastor.
• Coordinating and rehearsing with the three parish choirs.
• Scheduling cantors and instrumentalists for all weekend Masses.
• Assisting with music for major liturgical celebrations, weddings, and funerals.

Skills

Choral directing

Liturgical music

Piano/Organ/Guitar

Scheduling

Coordination

Job description

St Joseph, Port Elgin/Southampton Part Time Port Elgin, ON

Location

St. Joseph Parish, Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores)

Employment Type

Part-Time

Hours

approx. 10 hours per week

Position Summary

St. Joseph Parish in Saugeen Shores, Ontario, with the Diocese of Hamilton, is looking for an experienced Music Director to fill the part time (estimated 10 hours/week) role. The Music Director will plan music for all weekend Masses, coordinate our three parish choirs, and ensure that music is provided at each Mass either personally or through qualified instrumentalists and cantors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Planning liturgical music in collaboration with the pastor.
• Coordinating and rehearsing with the three parish choirs.
• Scheduling cantors and instrumentalists for all weekend Masses.
• Assisting with music for major liturgical celebrations, weddings, and funerals.

Knowledge and Skill requirements

• A good understanding of and respect for Catholic Doctrine, liturgy and practice, as determined at the sole discretion of the Bishop of the Diocese.
• Ability to play piano, organ, or guitar and lead congregational singing.
• Experience directing choirs or coordinating liturgical music is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Diocese of Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation, please inform the Human Resources Manager.