Catholic Music Director
Ladgov Corporation · Montgomery, AL · 2 wk ago
On-siteArt & CreativePart-time
Ladgov Corporation is seeking a qualified Catholic Music Director to provide professional music ministry support for Catholic worship services at Maxwell Air Force Base.
Schedule
- Wednesday Choir Rehearsal: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday Mass: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday Mass: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Additional services may include Holy Days, funerals, First Communion, Confirmation, Advent, Lent, and other Catholic activities
Responsibilities
- Direct weekly choir rehearsals and Catholic Mass music
- Select music appropriate to the Catholic Liturgical Calendar
- Conduct choir warm-ups before services
- Recruit, organize, and train choir members and musicians
- Coordinate music selections with the Catholic Priest
- Provide solo or accompanied vocal music when required
- Set up and maintain microphones, music stands, risers, and related equipment
- Operate the chapel sound system as needed
- Support special services, funerals, and other approved Catholic events
- Provide a qualified substitute when unavailable
- Submit required monthly activity reports and participate in scheduled Catholic Pastoral Council meetings
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience directing choirs for Catholic Masses
- Knowledge of Catholic liturgy, hymns, and seasonal worship music
- Ability to direct different styles of Catholic music
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English
- Ability to pass required background screening and obtain Maxwell AFB access
- Reliable transportation and availability for the required schedule
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a Catholic cantor or instrumentalist
- Ability to play an instrument while directing a choir
- Ability to sight-read music and accompany vocalists
- Bachelor's degree in Music, Catholic Liturgy, Religious Studies, or a related field
- Previous military chapel or Catholic ministry experience