Liturgical Music Accompanist

Diocese of Tucson • Tucson, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Pastor and the Liturgy and Music Director, the Accompanist is responsible for accompanying cantors and choirs. Services include some funerals, weddings, holy days and Sunday worship. The Employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, “…Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Eph. 4:1)

Requirements

• Possess a working knowledge of, and a strong commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church.
• Employ flexibility and follow direction; be a team player and be self-motivated
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work with a sense of urgency
• Exercise courtesy to fellow employees, parishioners and the public
• Research and retrieve information from the internet as needed for liturgical purposes.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written
• Ability to successfully pass a background and criminal history check.
• Clean and neat personal appearance
• Training and experience with Catholic liturgical music and song.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an accompanist on both piano and organ (optional).
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

• Perform as a lay minister in support of the parish’s spiritual and pastoral mission.
• Shall abide by Christian principles in the Cantor’s professional and private life.
• Work with musicians and choir members to ensure the proper Church protocol is followed, including maintaining an environment of respect and solemnity at all liturgical celebrations
• Meet on a regular basis and maintain open communications with volunteers and other musicians and rehearse or provide training as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed