Coordinator of Music & Liturgy Ministry

Archdiocese of Chicago; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community in Homewood is seeking a part-time Organist/Pianist to lead its vibrant music ministry. This role involves planning music for weekend Masses, special liturgical events, and coordinating the parish choir. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Music, proficiency in both organ and piano, and a strong understanding of Catholic liturgical practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to enrich the spiritual life of the parish through music, engaging with a diverse community and fostering a love for sacred music. If you are passionate about music and dedicated to serving in a parish environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Music with a focus on organ or choral conducting is highly valuable.
• 2-5 years of experience in a parish setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute music for weekend Masses and special occasions.
• Conduct and rehearse the parish choir and coordinate additional musicians.

Skills

Organ proficiency

Piano proficiency

Choral conducting

Vocal ability

Understanding of Catholic liturgical practice

Flexibility with sacred music genres

Education

Degree in Music

Job description

Opportunities at Parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago

Description:

St. John Neumann Parish in Homewood, IL is seeking a qualified part-time Organist/Pianist to coordinate our music ministry, beginning as soon as possible. Our parish is a vibrant community in the Village of Homewood, serving a multi-ethnic population.

The Coordinator of Music works collaboratively with the Pastor and other musicians of the parish in planning and implementing the music and liturgies, incorporating the rich tradition and range of sacred music, along with nurturing of the choir.

Compensation is based upon Archdiocesan guidelines and experience.

Responsibilities:

• The overall planning and execution of music for one or two weekend Masses, plus Holy days of obligation and Solemnities, Christmas, Ash Wednesday, Thanksgiving, the Sacred Triduum, and Parish Sacraments (First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation).
• Coordinates, plans, and provides music for weddings, funerals, and quinceaneras, playing and singing, if necessary, which are all compensated additionally to the salary for this position.
• Rehearses and conducts parish choir (30 voice SATB adult volunteers) and cantors.
• Responsible for recruitment of additional choir members and instrumentalists when needed.
• Acts as Choir Director for one or more choirs.
• Maintains choir and instrumental libraries (550 title) with assistance of volunteer librarian and manages all copyright subscriptions and licenses.
• Participates on Liturgy Committee, acting as liaison and liturgical resource for the pastor and various ministries.
• Maintains parish instruments and schedules regular preventative maintenance and tunings.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Music. Concentration in organ, choral conducting or Liturgy highly valuable.
• High degree of proficiency in both organ and piano; strong vocal ability preferred.
• Demonstrated skills as a Choral Conductor with 2-5 years work experience in parish setting preferred.
• Active, practicing Roman Catholic preferred.
• Good understanding of and respect for Catholic liturgical practice, various liturgical music, Catholic values and teaching.
• Exhibits flexibility with sacred musical genres and traditions.
• A positive and professional demeanor with parishioners, co-workers, volunteer music ministers, and guests required.
• Ability to sing and play when necessary preferred.

Application Process:

Send cover letter and detailed resume to: Fr. Edmond Aristil, pastor St John Neumann Parish 17951 Dixie Hwy Homewood, IL 60430

[e-mail] 708-798-0622 Ext: 31