Catholic Pianist / Musician

Requirements

• Experience as a musician in religious worship settings
• [SMP Level 5 (Intermediate)] experience playing musical instruments (piano, organ, etc.) in appropriate music style (Catholic, liturgical, ceremonial, etc.)
• Sufficient experience working with and synchronizing with small musical ensembles/choirs
• Strong organizational skills in scheduling, rehearsing, and collaborating with the pastor, clergy, and parish staff
• Maintain conduct consistent with the moral and ethical teachings of the Catholic Church, reflecting integrity, professionalism, and reverence in service

Duties

• Provide piano or keyboard Catholic music support during Mass, including:
• 15-minute preludes
• 5-minute postludes
• Offertory music
• Accompaniment of hymns, choruses, and spiritual songs
• Background music for meditation, prayers, and communion
• Perform at scheduled Catholic services:
• Saturday Mass (16:45–18:05)
• Sunday Mass (10:45–12:05)
• Special Services (Holy Week, Christmas, memorial ceremonies, and other military-related ceremonies) – up to 8 per year
• Clock in and out for services performed
• Coordinate with Priest, Chaplain, or Worship Leader to ensure proper selection and performance of Catholic liturgical music
• Support memorial ceremonies as required by the Command and COR
• Submit monthly invoices in WAWF and to the COR by the 5th of each month