Director of Sacred Music, Teacher, Organ Design & Install

DIRECTOR OF SACRED MUSIC

St. John Paul II’s 20,000 sqft neo-classical church is on the horizon, with groundbreaking scheduled for later this year. The first year of our classical Academy is nearly finished, with capacity all but reached for the incoming kindergarten class. And then there’s the ultra-rare opportunity to collaborate in the design and installation of our new church’s organ. Truly, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If your musical talents are matched by your work ethic, personal skills and pioneering spirit, this extraordinary opportunity of Director of Sacred Music might just be for you. www.stjpii.org

Summary

The Director of Sacred Music will be responsible for developing and overseeing the parish music program, which includes weekend Masses, devotions and special events, as well as forming parishioners to gracefully fulfill liturgical duties. The successful candidate will teach in our Academy and provide direction and music for Academy liturgies and events. This is a full time, exempt position eligible for benefits.

Primary Responsibilities

The Director Sacred Music reports to the Pastor and Head of School. Responsibilities include:

·      Developing the best of the Catholic musical tradition in the context of suburban, parish life.
·      Providing music for the weekend liturgies, devotions and special events.
·      Cultivating the musical abilities of parishioners in general and identified musicians in particular.
·      Hiring outside parish musicians as needed and managing the music budget.
·      Coordinating and scheduling musicians.
·      Developing the musical ability of the children of the parish.
·      Teaching ¼ to ½ time at the Academy (K-8).

The preferred candidate will be/possess:

·      A faithful Catholic in good standing with the Church, whose public and private life reflects the truth and the beauty contained in the music performed and taught.
·      A deep historical and theological understanding of the Mass, and an ability to teach the fundamental elements of the Creed.
·      A clear perception of the purpose of music in liturgies in order to assist parishioners with their spiritual lives.
·      An established prayer life shaped by the Bible, the Sacraments and the Tradition of the Church.
·      Mastery of the organ and/or piano. Master’s degree, or equivalent background knowledge, preferred. Bachelor’s with experience is also acceptable.
·      Experience developing vocalists and choirs.
·      A pioneering spirit.
·      Proven teaching and leadership skills.
·      Admirable interpersonal skills.

Please submit: 1) Cover letter 2) Curriculum vitae 3) Salary Expectations 4) Three professional references with names, relationship, phone number and email address 5) One pastoral reference. Materials should be emailed to Meredith Patterson, Head of Operations, at: meredithpatterson@stjpii.org.