Description:
As beloved sons and daughters of God, we, the parish of Saint William, are called to proclaim, by word and deed, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, crucified and risen. By the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the grace of the Sacraments, we endeavor to lead all souls to heaven by fostering spiritual healing and equipping all people for the work of ministry.
The Music Coordinator is a part-time position and is responsible for fostering the spiritual growth and musical talents of the parish's youth and adults. The coordinator will direct, recruit, and train children, teenagers and adults to actively participate in the liturgy through sacred music. The goal is to help them understand their role as liturgical ministers while building a foundation of vocal training, liturgical understanding, and active participation in the Catholic Mass. The Music Coordinator reports to the Music Director and supports the director in all aspects.
We are a vibrant, growing parish seeking a part-time Music Coordinator who is a strong servant leader with the ability to work creatively in a fast-paced environment. The Music Coordinator will use this position to strengthen and uphold the Pastor’s vision and become an effective member of the Saint William staff.
The Music Coordinator should be committed to forming disciples in the Church while also pursuing personal and leadership growth. The coordinator should serve as a humble witness of faith and steward both personal gifts and parish resources to help build young disciples. As a collaborative team member, the coordinator will support the parish’s mission of leading people to heaven.
The Music Coordinator is a part-time position with work requirements ranging from days, evenings, and weekends.
Requirements:
1. Musical & Liturgical Leadership
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Directing & Rehearsing: Plan and directs engaging weekly rehearsals. Lead the children and youth choirs during assigned weekend liturgies, and special celebrations. This includes occasionally leading the adult choirs as well.
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Mass Participation: Coordinate with the Director of Music to schedule the choir to sing at designated weekend Masses, Holy Days of obligation and other parish celebrations.
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Repertoire Selection: Choose age-appropriate and liturgically sound sacred music that aligns with the liturgical calendar (Advent, Lent, Ordinary Time) and complies with the directives of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) regarding liturgical music.
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Music, Liturgical and Administrative Support: Provide support to the Parish Music Director in all aspects of music and choir preparation. This includes weddings, funerals and special events.
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Vocal Training: Instruct choristers on basic vocal production, sight-reading, and the foundations of Catholic sacred music (including Gregorian chant and hymns)
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Music Instrument skills: Strong piano/keyboard skills preferred.
2. Ministry & Faith Formation
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Spiritual Development: Integrate faith formation into choir practices by teaching children and youth about the Mass, the readings, and the meaning behind the songs they sing.
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Cantor Development: Identify and coach youth and adult cantors to lead psalms and other liturgical acclamations.
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Music Selection: Choose age-appropriate sacred music for children/youth that reflects the guidelines of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops document, Sing to the Lord, under the direction and in collaboration with the Parish Director of Music. Assist parish Music Director is selecting music for adult choirs, weddings and funerals when necessary.
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Collaboration: Work alongside and under the direction of the parish's Music Director, and in collaboration with youth ministry coordinator to integrate the children/youth choirs into the broader parish community.
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Sacramental Celebrations and other parish celebrations: Provide musical support preparing the Children/Youth choirs to be part of special parish celebrations, such as First Holy Communions, Confirmation, Feast of Saint Cecilia and Christmas/Sacred Triduum celebrations.
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Additional responsibilities: Serve as an accompanist or vocalist to parish funerals when is necessary.
3. Administrative & Parental Engagement
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Communication: Actively communicate rehearsal schedules, liturgy details, and expectations to parish Music Director, parents and guardians.
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Recruitment: Lead outreach efforts in the parish and religious education programs, to build and maintain choir membership.
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Logistics: Manage choir folders, sheet music inventory, and uniform/robe distribution.
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Addition Skills: Experience with administrative skills (MS Office, email, copier, etc.)
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Safe Environment Compliance: Ensure all rehearsals and activities strictly adhere to the VIRTUS / Safe Environment policies of the Diocese of Austin.
4. Qualifications & Requirements
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Faith & Character: Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, demonstrating a dedication to the liturgy and parish life. Must possess and maintain a strong work ethic
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Education & Experience: Degree in Music, Music Education, or equivalent experience in Children Choir/Youth conducting and vocal instruction. Previous experience working with children/youth and young adults is highly preferred.
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Liturgical Knowledge: Familiarity with the Roman Missal, liturgical seasons, and Catholic Church music documents (e.g., Musicam Sacram).
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Skills: Strong organizational abilities, patience, enthusiasm, and the ability to inspire young people.
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Verbal and Written Skills: Proficient in English and Grammar. Bilingual preferred (Spanish)
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Teamwork and Positive Disposition: Strong team working skills and able to multitask, while maintaining a positive disposition and serving in a Christ-focused manner.
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Ethic and Integrity: Must pass all required background checks and child protection training prior to employment.
5. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
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Work hours will primarily require evenings and weekend availability to accommodate choir practices, special events and Mass schedules.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Trainings:
- High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American university or equivalent in a foreign country.
Experience:
- Two (2) years of related full time wage earning experience.
- Degree in Music, Music Education, or equivalent experience in Children Choir/Youth conducting and vocal instruction. Previous experience working with children/youth and young adults is highly preferred.
Language:
- English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing)
- Spanish (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing). Preferred but not required.
Catholic Requirement:
- Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Texas driver’s license.
- Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.
Working Conditions:
- All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
- The Parish is an at-will employer.
- All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free.
- Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
- Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
- Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
- Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
- May be required to use personal or parish vehicle to drive to off-site locations.
- Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may require overnight lodging.
