Coordinator of Music

St. Timothy Roman Catholic Parish Mesa; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Timothy Roman Catholic Parish Mesa is seeking a Coordinator of Music to lead the parish music ministry within liturgies.

The role reports to the Director of Liturgy and collaborates with the Pastor, staff, and volunteers to craft liturgical music that honors Catholic worship. The incumbent will arrange and provide music for weekend Masses and holy days, recruit and train volunteers, manage rehearsals, and oversee copyright licenses and music resources.

Qualifications

• Active Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic liturgy and music.
• Experience leading music for Masses and choirs.
• Able to train and coach volunteers and musicians.

Responsibilities

• Develop vision and direction of parish music within liturgies.
• Provide music for weekend Masses, Holy Days, and parish events.
• Oversee rehearsals, volunteers, and music resources.
• Renew copyright licenses and manage music budgets.

Skills

Vocal ability

Piano or guitar skills

Music leadership

Music arrangement

Sibelius proficient

Budget management

Administrative skills

Liturgy knowledge

Education

Some college education in music or liturgy

Tools

Sibelius

MS Office

Music notation software

Job description

Title: Coordinator of Music (grade 3B)

Position Reports To: Director of Liturgy

Department: Liturgy

Hours: Full Time (40 hours/week) Requires weekends, holidays, & some evenings

Mission:

St. Timothy is a place where all people encounter the Holy Spirit, who animates us to live as Jesus.

Job Summary and Foundational Requirements:

In support of the mission of St. Timothy Catholic Church, the Coordinator of Music develops the vision, continued growth, and direction of music within parish Liturgies and music ministry under the supervision of the Director of Liturgy and in collaboration with the Pastor, Liturgy Department, parish staff, ministries, and volunteers. The Coordinator of Music must be well-formed in Catholic Liturgy and theology and have a mature personal spiritual life that is grounded in prayer, frequent reception of the sacraments, and solid personal moral behavior. It is imperative that the Coordinator of Music present him/herself as a steward of musical, liturgical, and pastoral sensitivity regarding the musical prayer life of the Church.

Requirements

• Work under the supervision of the Director of Liturgy and in collaboration with the Pastor to develop goals and objectives for the music ministry within the parish
• Work in collaboration with the Liturgy Department and volunteer music ministers
• Research, transcribe, compose, and/or arrange new music for Liturgies/events (Sibelius)
• Demonstrate initiative to enhance, organize, and improve Parish life through the music ministry
• Provide music for Parish Liturgies and other Parish events, including weekend Masses, Holy Days, School Masses, Wednesday night Masses, Healing Services, retreats, parish ministries/events, funerals, weddings, etc.
• Responsible for choosing, arranging, and providing music that aligns with Scriptural/Liturgical text for liturgies and Parish events
• Maintain balance of sacred and contemporary repertoire and have a thorough understanding of the practice and implementation of both repertoires
• Responsible for overseeing worship aids for liturgies, Parish events, weddings, and funerals
• Attend and participate in Liturgy meetings, Department meetings and Parish Staff meetings
• Oversee music ministry volunteer weekly schedule for all Parish Liturgies and events
• Responsible for updating and maintaining necessary files for music ministry and volunteers (music notation, lyric, active vs. inactive, contact lists, Safe Environment renewal status)
• Responsible for renewal of copyright licenses and usage reporting to appropriate copyrighting companies
• Responsible for scheduling, preparing, and directing Music Rehearsals
• Providing rehearsal resources (sheet music, audio, etc.) for music ministry volunteers
• Direct music ministers musically, technically, catechetically, and spiritually for Liturgies and/or special events
• Responsible for Adult Choir, Youth Choir and instrumental ensembles (weekly and seasonal)
• Responsible for working with the school staff and assisting with music for School liturgies
• Responsible for the maintenance/repair of all instruments
• Responsible for maintaining Music Ministry webpage
• Manage special projects as needed (recordings, Parish CD’s, etc.)
• Recruit, support, and train volunteers to help in ministry and office as needed
• Must possess excellent piano or guitar skills, and vocal skills, with the ability to train and coach other singers and instrumentalists accordingly
• Answer music ministry correspondence and calls in a timely manner (emails, letters, telephone calls, etc.)
• Keep current with all liturgical matters through professional development
• Work with Director of Liturgy to maintain proper use and spending within music budget
• Any task deemed necessary by the Pastor, his delegate or the Director of Liturgy

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be an active Catholic in good standing with the Church
• Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church, the Pastor, and the Director of Liturgy
• Strong knowledge of Catholic Church teachings, Liturgy and music
• Must have strong vocal, musical, and instrumental talent; piano or guitar preferred
• Ability to facilitate and lead prayer through music
• Proficient knowledge and delivery of all genres including contemporary music, hymnody, and liturgical chant
• Proficient knowledge of music theory
• Ability to arrange vocal harmonies and instruments
• Desire and willingness for continual growth in knowledge of music and Liturgy
• Education: some college education in music, liturgy, or related field is preferred
• Experience leading music for Masses
• Experience leading a choir and/or instrumental ensemble is preferred
• Strong Administrative and general office experience
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Windows, Word, Excel, Publisher, Sibelius and general office skills)
• Experience with music notation software (Sibelius) is preferred
• Ability to follow direction and supervision
• Must be a self-starter, take initiative, and have excellent work ethic
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Effective communication and people skills
• Ability to maintain standards of confidentiality
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently
• Person and schedule must be flexible

Performance

• Job performance will be assessed after 90 days, then annually
• Weekly work schedule: Minimum of 40 hours, requires weekends and evenings - flexible and based on the
• needs of the Parish and Liturgy Department