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Responsibilities:
• Understand and promote the Mission for Music Ministry at OLMC
• Collaborate with the administrator/pastor, priests, staff, and volunteers to provide a strong music program.
• Direct the parish music program - select, and plan music for use in Saturday and Sunday Masses and all Holy Days.
• Oversees scheduling of cantors and musicians for Sunday, Holy Days and other special liturgies, weddings, and funerals
• Oversee, prepare and lead Adult Choir, Women's Choir and Men's Choir and well as some children's liturgies, Choirs and school events as needed.
• Participates in Parish meetings, as needed.
• Oversee the maintenance of the organ, pianos, sound, other musical instruments, and auxiliary equipment.
• Prepare yearly music budget for review and approval.
• Respond to daily correspondence in a timely manner.
• Oversee and turn in accurate and timely pay reports for associate music ministers.
• Hold occasional meetings/rehearsals and communication for musicians.
Competencies and Skills:
• Knowledgeable of and comfortable with leading music ministry programs
• Proficient in voice and either organ or piano
• Understanding of Catholic practices and liturgical music
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people of all ages
• Proficient in some computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office products and some website publishing.
Other essential attributes include: excellent organization and communication skills (verbal and written), a proven track record of music ministry leadership, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people. A practicing Catholic is preferred. Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theology preferred. A combination of experience or other relevant training be accepted in lieu of a bachelor's degree.