PT Choir Director

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Fenton, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a part-time Choir Director to lead and direct the church choir, coordinate and oversee music ministry activities, and perform necessary administrative tasks. This role involves nurturing choir members, managing music resources, and participating in various church events. The Director will report to the church Pastor and will work at the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO.

Requirements

Strong Knowledge of vocal music, conducting music, and coordinating musical events.
Good People skills and the ability to inspire volunteer choirs.
Able to lead energizing, dynamic and inspiring worship music in traditional and contemporary styles
Able to lead musical ensembles with musicians of various skills and backgrounds.
Ability to work collaboratively in team environment
Self-starter with strong project management skills, self motivated
Demonstrate your catholic faith and commitment to St. Paul’s mission and values

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s in Music, Music Education, Music Performance or a similar study is preferred.
Proficiency in organ, piano, voice and music direction preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule, plan and coordinate music for 10 am Mass, consult with other music leaders on other masses, as well as Pastor regarding hymns and special music presentations – focus on both traditional and contemporary music to keep things current
Assist with Music coordination for weekly school masses held on Wednesdays at 8am
Lead weekly choir rehearsals and direct the Adult Choir at mass
Recruit and Develop new Choir Members
Work with Pastor and other musicians to plan and coordinate music for various services and events, including but not limited to funerals, weddings, concerts and seasonal services.
Develop, direct, and expand the variety of instrumentalists
Manage and maintain church owned music equipment as needed.
Plan a yearly calendar and budget for music ministry and monitor expenditures
Manage the music library and communication with the choir, parish office, and other music members in the parish as needed
Foster a positive and encouraging environment within the choir as well as potentially participate in other church ministries.