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Catholic Music Director

Medlinkhealth
Montgomery, AL

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Job Details

Contract
$35 - $40 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

Choral worship music conducting
Music
Teamwork
Religious music performance experience
Writing skills
English
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job Title: Catholic Music Director & Choir Director

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, passionate Catholic Music Director to lead the music ministry at Maxwell AFB Chapel 1 in Montgomery, AL. In this role, you will recruit, train, and direct choir members and musicians, select liturgically appropriate music, and provide vocal/instrumental leadership for weekly Catholic Masses, rehearsals, and special liturgical services.This position requires a deep understanding of the Catholic Liturgical Calendar, traditional/modern liturgical music, and the ability to foster a collaborative, reverent worship environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesMusical Leadership & Choir Direction

Rehearsals & Mass Leadership: Direct weekly choir rehearsals (Wednesdays 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM) and lead music/vocal performances for Saturday Vigil Mass (5:00 PM) and Sunday Morning Mass (9:00 AM).
Vocal & Instrumental Performance: Provide solo vocal performances with accompaniment for weekend Masses, special liturgical events, and up to 4 annual funerals as required.
Special Services & Events: Plan and direct music for special liturgical celebrations (e.g., Advent, Lent, Holy Days, First Communion, Confirmation).

Liturgical Planning & Administration

Music Selection: Select seasonally appropriate hymns from the Missal, Music Issue, and Glory and Praise in coordination with the Catholic Priest.
Liturgical Calendar Compliance: Maintain familiarity with the Roman Catholic Liturgical Calendar to ensure accurate musical alignment throughout the church year.
Logistics & Facility Setup: Unlock and secure chapel spaces; oversee the set-up, sound check, and teardown of microphones, stands, risers, and sound equipment; ensure instruments (piano/keyboard) are properly cared for.
Ministry Coordination: Serve as the primary music point of contact, recruit/train choir members, submit facility/purchase requests, and submit monthly written reports to the Pastoral Council (attending at least 9 council meetings per year).

Work Schedule & Expectations

Weekly Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (1 to 2 hours)
Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (includes 30-minute pre-service warm-up)
Sunday Mass: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM (includes 30-minute pre-service warm-up)
Punctuality: Arrive at least 10 minutes prior to rehearsals and 30 minutes prior to all services.
Substitute Provision: Responsible for providing a qualified substitute of equal or higher proficiency during planned absences.

Requirements & QualificationsMandatory Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a choir director for Catholic Masses [Required].
Liturgical Knowledge: Complete familiarity with Catholic liturgical music, hymns, and seasonal selections across Advent, Lent, and Ordinary Time [Required].
Demonstrated Skill: Ability to pass a qualification interview/evaluation and submit a performance recording demonstrating Catholic liturgical music proficiency [Required].
Security & Clearances: Must be able to pass Air Force base access security checks and background checks required to work around children [Required].
Physical Capability: Ability to regularly setup equipment and lift up to 40 lbs [Required].
Communication & Professionalism: High fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English; neat, professional attire and demeanor [Required].

Desirable Qualifications

Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Music, Catholic Liturgy, Religious Studies, or a related field.
Instrumental Proficiency: 5+ years of experience playing an instrument or cantoring for Catholic Masses; ability to direct the choir while playing an instrument.
Performance Skills: Ability to play by ear, sight-read music, and improvise accompaniment.
Background: Experience within a military chapel community and active standing as a practicing Roman Catholic.

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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