Musician

Catholic-Diocese-of-Fort-Worth; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

St. John the Apostle Catholic Church in North Richland Hills, TX, seeks a skilled pianist for the 5pm Sunday Mass, with flexibility for additional services. The role requires collaboration with the music team and active participation in parish events, music rehearsals, and liturgical planning.

The ideal candidate will have formal music training, strong piano technique, and the ability to improvise. A parish-friendly, communicative team player is essential for worship and community offerings.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.
• Master’s degree in music preferred or work experience.
• 5 years of personnel, volunteer, and music management experience required.
• Has outstanding skills as a pianist repertoire to a high professional standard and improvise.

Responsibilities

• Pianist for Sunday 5pm Mass and may include other days as necessary
• Interacts with parishioners, present at parish events
• Maintain the level of knowledge and skills required for the position
• Participate in diocesan-sponsored training, attend workshops, conferences, and classes
• Provide encouragement, evaluation, and appreciation to musicians

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Customer service

Education

Master’s degree in music

Practicing Catholic in good standing

5 years personnel, volunteer, and music management experience

Job description

St. John the Apostle, N. Richland Hills, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2494

Position

Pianist

Date Revised

September 7, 2026

Reports to

Director of Music

Location

St John the Apostle Catholic Church

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

General Position Summary: This individual should be an experienced pianist and should possess the ability to communicate with music team.

Principal Accountabilities

• Pianist for Sunday 5pm Mass and may include other days as necessary


• Interacts with parishioners, present at parish events


• Maintain the level of knowledge and skills required for the position


• Participate in diocesan-sponsored training, attend workshops, conferences, and classes


• Provide encouragement, evaluation, and appreciation to musicians

Supervision Given and/or Received

Minimal to moderate

Internal Contacts

• The Diocese, Pastors, Priests, Principals, Business Managers, and employees

External Contacts

• Parishioners, diocese vendors, local, state, and federal agency representatives, and auditors

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties


• Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance


• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and major liturgical celebrations

Travel Requirements

• Infrequent travel, by car, may be required to Diocese Parishes and/or schools

Education and Experience Preferred

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church


• Master’s degree in music preferred or work experience


• 5 years of personnel, volunteer, and music management experience required.


• Has outstanding skills as a pianist repertoire to a high professional standard and maintain that standard through regular practice and continuing education; able to improvise

Knowledge and Skills Preferred

• Exceptional knowledge of Roman Catholic liturgy


• Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility


• Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from Director of Music in a timely manner


• Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written task


• Ability to work independently as well as in teams


• Ability to provide excellent customer service and collaborate efficiently with staff, clergy, religious, and laity


• Ability to collaborate well with people from a diverse variety of audiences


• Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills

FLSA Designation

Non-Exempt, Occasional, 2 hours per week.