Director of Liturgical Music

Archdiocese of Detroit; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Detroit seeks a Director of Music to oversee the parish liturgical music program and serve on the parish staff. You will plan, coordinate and provide music for weekend Masses, sacraments and parish celebrations in collaboration with the Pastor and parish leadership.

The role requires excellent keyboard skills, choir/cantor leadership, and the ability to recruit and supervise volunteers, with evening/weekend hours expected. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• College education or equivalent to years of experience in parish music ministry.
• Excellent keyboard skills (organ and piano) and vocal abilities.
• Experience directing choirs and cantors; ability to recruit and train volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the liturgical music program as a full parish staff member and liaison.
• Plan music for liturgical celebrations in consultation with the Pastor.
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate volunteer musicians and cantors.
• Maintain instruments, budget, music library and licenses; prepare worship aids.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Education

College education or equivalent in parish music ministry

Job description

Archdiocese of Detroit seeks a Director of Music to oversee the parish liturgical music program and serve on the parish staff. You will plan, coordinate and provide music for weekend Masses, sacraments and parish celebrations in collaboration with the Pastor and parish leadership.

The role requires excellent keyboard skills, choir/cantor leadership, and the ability to recruit and supervise volunteers, with evening/weekend hours expected. Salary is commensurate with experience.