Catholic Music Director-Eglin AFB

Music Ministry International; Eglin Village (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Music Ministry International in Florida is seeking a part-time Catholic Mass Music Director to oversee the music program for the Eglin AFB Catholic Community, directing worship music and coordinating with clergy to ensure liturgical excellence.

The role includes directing Mass music at 0800 and 1100, leading weekly rehearsals, recruiting volunteers, and managing equipment. Auditions are required; compensation is based on budget and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music or >=4 years leading Catholic choirs.
• Knowledge of Catholic worship music and ability to teach new songs.
• Read and perform on organ and piano.
• Auditions or demos required before appointment.
• Resume documenting these qualifications before audition.

Responsibilities

• Direct music at the 0800 and 1100 Mass, coordinating with the Wing Chaplain and Catholic Priest.
• Direct weekly rehearsals and mass; prepare for holy days and rehearsals (up to 15/year).
• Oversee special music during Mass as needed.
• Recruit and train volunteers for the choir.
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to Mass for setup and warm-up.
• Set up and care for instruments, stands, and cords.

Skills

Choral leadership

Catholic worship music knowledge

Organ and piano proficiency

Audition process

Resume documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music

Job description

The Catholic Mass Music Director for the Eglin AFB Catholic Service oversees the music program for the Catholic Community.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in music or a minimum of four years’ experience leading Catholic choirs or directing Catholic worship music.
2. Have a working knowledge of worship music used in Catholic worship settings and other religious services. Must also have the ability to learn teach and direct new songs.
3. Effectively read, play and perform music or accompaniment on both the organ and piano.
4. Applicants will provide an audition/demo prior to being awarded the position.
5. Applicants will provide a resume documenting these required qualifications prior to being requested to audition.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Direct Music at the 0800 and 1100 Mass in coordination with the Wing Chaplain and the Catholic Priest. Make mass music selections.
2. Direct weekly rehearsals Mass in coordination with the Chaplain and the Catholic Music Director. Rehearse and provide direction for special holy days and rehearsals (up to 15/year) when needed.
3. Oversee special music during the mass when needed.
4. Recruit and train volunteers for the choir as needed.
5. Arrive 30 minutes prior to the mass for set-up and warm-up sessions.
6. Ensure instruments, music stands, microphone stands and microphone cords are set up before and put away after services and rehearsals as well as proper care of equipment.

This position is subject to a background check and compliance with Air Force standards and regulations.

This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.