Director of Music

Archdiocese of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Director of Music to join our vibrant parish community. The ideal candidate will preferably be a bilingual (Spanish/English) speaker with a passion for music and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and spiritually enriching worship environment. will be responsible for the smooth flow of this liturgical ministry of the parish. The Director of Music works with the Pastor, pastoral staff, volunteers and Liturgical Committee to determine policies relating to the liturgical celebrations of the parish, and to plan the seasonal and sacramental liturgical celebrations.

Requirements

Musically proficient in both Spanish and English preferred, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A degree in Music, Liturgical Music, or a related field, or equivalent experience in music direction within a church setting.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate and motivate volunteer musicians and choirs.
Proficiency in playing the piano or organ and a comprehensive understanding of liturgical music.
Practicing catholic with a thorough understanding of Catholic liturgy and traditions, and a commitment to the values and mission of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
Must be able to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends.
Ability to read and interpret standard musical notation
Solid understanding of Catholic liturgy and sacred music
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
Working knowledge of sound systems and basic technology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and music-related software
Bilingual ability preferred but not required
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher.
Knowledge of liturgy preferred.
Skills/knowledge in selecting appropriate liturgical music; must have demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work with volunteers.
Vocal and organ or piano proficiency within the Roman Catholic Liturgy.
Choral conducting proficiency.
Ability to read, analyze, and write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
Strong communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, and the general public.
Must have good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to solve practical problems and ability to interpret instructions furnished in writing or orally.
Ability to adapt to changing schedules or routines; excellent time management skills.
Valid Driver’s License
Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaker

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and develop talent from within the Parish community.
Prepare and schedule all music ministers and cantors for the liturgies.
Re-establish, build, direct (and accompany as needed) the parish choir and a seasonal children’s choir and perhaps a regular children’s choir if participation levels are adequate.
Prepare and select music for Masses and special liturgical events.
Attend all required meetings with pastoral staff, musicians, cantors and Liturgy Committee as required.
Attend all weekend Masses, holy day Masses and other liturgical events to assure the music program is properly performed by choirs, musicians and cantors.
Provide organ and piano accompaniment for some, but not all weekend Masses, Holy Day Masses, Christmas and Easter Masses and assign schedules to cantors and musicians for the remaining liturgies.
Coordinate liturgical services in conjunction with the OCIA team.
Coordinate with the Director of Religious Education (DRE) for Confirmations, First Communions and any special liturgy.
Parish Catechesis regarding sacred music, including historical Sacred Music Series, including sung Vespers.
Meet with the liturgy director and families for funerals regarding the music for the liturgy.
Assure all music for the funeral is sacred and appropriate.
Plan music with engaged couples for their wedding ceremony, assuring all music is sacred and appropriate.
Assist the families for funerals and wedding couple in selecting an appropriate musician and/or cantor for their services if the Music Director does not provide these services.
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.
Other duties as assigned by the Pastor
Direct and guide all musicians and cantors; assess performance and reliability of these individuals.