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Qualifications
Alignment with the vision, mission and values of Grace Cathedral and commitment to contribute to achieving its
Formal training in church history, liturgy, church music and/or worship, in the Episcopal/Anglican, Roman
Catholic or Lutheran traditions, such as undergraduate or graduate course work, or Education for Ministry
Ability to manage projects and deadlines in a high-volume, cyclical and matrix environment
Sophisticated user of technology and aptitude for sharing digital tools, templates and software practices
position requires regular use of InDesign, Acrobat, Word and Excel; as well as Outlook resource calendars, and
Essential functions of this position require ability to lift up to 60 pounds; speak, hear and see; follow reasonable
ergonomic recommendations to use a telephone, computer and monitor; move furniture frequently; climb stairs,
Responsibilities
This is a regular, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Canon Precentor and Director of Interfaith
The role of the Liturgical Resources Manager (LRM) includes many functions historically
connecting multiple cathedral teams and ministries
Essential to the position is having a warm
disposition toward visitors and pilgrims in the cathedral church; and being energized by facilitating
liturgy and ministry with daily, weekly and seasonal rhythms
Assure thorough preparation of the cathedral church for all occasions of prayer
Foster reverent, appropriate use of the cathedral space, fabric, and sacred objects
Maintain cathedral worship spaces and supplies
Ensure regular cleaning and maintenance of linens
With colleagues, arrange furniture and participant seating
Liaise with the Dean’s Verger to ensure maintenance and repair of furniture, vessels and sacred objects
Direct and oversee seasonal decoration of the cathedral
Participate in weekly layout, review, production and printing of custom leaflets, altar books, prayers, and related
Support the adoption of shared tools and resources, including online calendars, schedules, customaries, etc
Ensure thorough record-keeping in accordance with Episcopal Church requirements and cathedral key
Participate in and work with staff partners to ensure other roles are filled and equipped for cathedral liturgies
Ensure verger coverage for cathedral liturgies and serve regularly as a verger
Coordinate ministries and guilds including ceremonial Vergers; Acolytes; Bread Bakers; Altar Guild; Flower
Provide secondary coverage for key operational functions, including:
Basic operation of lighting and sound systems
Conduct rehearsals and the vestry for principal liturgies
Liaise with and equip diocesan and external bodies to conduct liturgies in the cathedral church
Open and close the cathedral building
Welcome visiting clergy, organists, and other guests
Attend meetings and trainings as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Ease at prayer in the prayer book tradition
Episcopal/Anglican polity, and the distinctive role of a cathedral in the Episcopal tradition
sit, kneel, and stand or walk on cathedral pavements for extended periods
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to fulfill essential
Arm/disarm building alarms as needed; investigate and turn off false alarms
Respond safely to emergencies, notify other residents, guests and/or anyone working on site, call 911 as
needed, notify supervisor and appropriate Chapter members, retain police report if applicable, file report
Must remain on site overnight a minimum of 5 regularly scheduled nights a week and coordinate with
supervisor and other resident(s) to ensure that at least one person is present overnight each night to respond
to after-hours emergencies that may arise
Consult the Canon for Operations for additional responsibilities and rules about guests, pets, building access, etc
Benefits
essential that compensation be highly competitive
In addition to salary, on-site housing is available for
this position as part of the total compensation package (see below)
Our benefits package includes 100% medical, dental and vision premium coverage for employees and
100% for dependents; a retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution and up to 4% employer
match; generous paid vacation and sick time; and 14 paid holidays a year, including your birthday!