PT Choir Director

Job Responsibilities

• Schedule, plan and coordinate music for 10 am Mass, consult with other music leaders on other masses, as well as Pastor regarding hymns and special music presentations – focus on both traditional and contemporary music to keep things current
• Aid in Music coordination for weekly school masses held on Wednesdays at 8am
• Lead weekly choir rehearsals and direct the Adult Choir at mass
• Recruit and Develop new Choir Members
• Work with Pastor and other musicians to plan and coordinate music for various services and events, including but not limited to funerals, weddings, concerts and seasonal services.
• Develop, direct, and expand the variety of instrumentalists
• Manage and maintain church owned music equipment as needed.
• Plan a yearly calendar and budget for music ministry and monitor expenditures
• Manage the music library and communicate with the choir, parish office, and other music members in the parish as needed
• Foster a positive and encouraging environment within the choir as well as potentially participate in other church ministries.

Job Requirements

• Strong Knowledge of vocal music, conducting music, and coordinating musical events.
• A bachelor’s in Music, Music Education, Music Performance or a similar study is preferred.
• Good People skills and the ability to inspire volunteer choirs.
• Able to lead energizing, dynamic and inspiring worship music in traditional and contemporary styles
• Proficiency in organ, piano, voice and music direction preferred.
• Able to lead musical ensembles with musicians of various skills and backgrounds.
• Able to work collaboratively in team environment
• Self-starter with strong project management skills, self motivated
• Demonstrate your catholic faith and commitment to St. Paul’s mission and values