Music Ministry Coordinator (Part-Time)
Archdiocese of St. Louis · St Louis, MO · 5 mo ago
OTHRPart-time
Liturgical Music Leadership
- Plan and lead music for the 4:30 p.m. Student Mass, Tuesday Night Mass, and Awakening Retreat.
- Provide music for weddings and funerals as assigned.
- Select liturgically appropriate and pastorally sensitive music for student worship.
- Collaborate with CSC leadership to align music with the liturgical calendar and pastoral goals.
Choir & Musician Formation
- Recruit, mentor, and rehearse student musicians, cantors, and instrumentalists.
- Build student leadership within music ministry.
- Lead rehearsals and ensure preparedness for liturgies and retreats.
- Prepare and distribute weekly music materials.
- Provide constructive feedback to support student development.
Program Leadership/Administration
- Support the Director of Music Ministry in implementing a unified vision.
- Collaborate with CSC staff on scheduling, communication, and coordination.
- Help integrate student musicians with the broader CSC music community.
- Provide coverage for the Director of Music Ministry when needed.
- Maintain music resources and digital materials for student liturgies.
Hours & Schedule
Part-time: approx. 15–20 hours per week during the academic year. Minimal hours in June, July, and academic breaks. Evening and weekend work required.
Professional Qualifications
- College degree preferred or equivalent experience showing strong musicianship and leadership.
- Demonstrated excellence as a musician and music leader with creativity and energy for student ministry.
- Strong proficiency in piano or guitar suitable for leading worship.
- Experience mentoring or coordinating musicians of varied skill levels.
- Familiarity with Catholic or Christian liturgical music; openness to growth in Catholic liturgical practice.
- Experience in campus, parish, or faith-based ministry required.
Skills & Attributes
- Respectful, organized, collaborative, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Comfortable in fast-paced or time-sensitive environments.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Willingness to support Catholic teachings; practicing Catholic preferred.
Application
Submit resume and cover letter to feito@washucsc.org.
Candidates may be asked to rehearse with student musicians or assist with a student liturgy as part of the hiring process.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.