Director of Music Part Time - Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica - Chicago - Vic. IV

Responsibilities

• Provide music for the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass.
• Lead and accompany a weekly choir rehearsal.
• Select and prepare music appropriate to the liturgical season and celebrations.
• Cookordinate music for Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and other major feasts.
• Work collaboratively with the pastor and parish staff in liturgical planning.
• Recruit and support volunteer singers and instrumentalists.
• Maintain music files and choir resources.
• Arrange for substitute musicians when necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to play piano proficiently; organ skills preferred.
• Ability to read music and accompany a congregation and choir.
• Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy and worship.
• Experience directing volunteer choirs preferred.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage routine administrative tasks and event planning in collaboration with others.

Pay

The position has an hourly range of $30.00 - $80.00 per hour. An employee’s pay within this range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.