The Role
Direct and manage music for all liturgical and non-liturgical celebrations; accompany on organ and piano; lead Masses, funerals, weddings, and concerts; recruit, train, and rehearse cantors, musicians, and choirs; maintain music files and equipment; coordinate publicity, copyright, and related administrative duties.
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Title: Music Director
Reports to: Pastor
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Church | Grove City, FL
Classification: Salaried/Exempt
Overview
This position is responsible for music at all liturgical and non-liturgical celebrations; the training, development, and preparation of cantors, musicians, and choir members; and all administrative functions associated with the position.
Job Responsibilities
- Plans and prepares all music for all liturgical activities, in keeping with the preferences of the pastor.
- Accompany preferably by both organ and piano
- Leads all weekend Masses and Holy Days, Funerals, Weddings, Penance Services, taped TV Masses, Christmas Concert, among others
- Teaches both contemporary and traditional music that reflects Vatican II theology and scriptural texts
- Plans and leads rehearsals with cantors, choirs, and musicians to prepare for all liturgies and non-liturgical concerts/performances
Recruits, trains, and develops cantors, musicians, and choir members - Maintains professional competence through regular music practice
- Works with staff to coordinate bulletin announcements, publicity, etc.
- Participate in monthly staff and liturgy meetings
- Maintains organized and updated music files
- Provides accurate copyright information and coordinates all financial responsibilities.
- Organizes and maintains all equipment used by musicians, including but not limited to organ, piano, microphones, stands, sound system
- Collaborate with other Music Directors and outside contacts to facilitate the growth of new ideas.
- Performs any other duties as directed by the Pastor/Administrator
- Master’s degree in music or related field OR Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of experience in lieu of master’s degree
- Must be a practicing Catholic.
- Experience with liturgical music in a parish setting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Personal maturity and flexibility, an appreciation for the path of discipleship, commitment to assisting the faithful to grow in understanding and appreciation for Sacred Liturgy and sacred music.
Skills Required
- Plan and prepare music for all liturgical activities
- Accompany services on organ and piano
- Lead weekend Masses, Holy Days, funerals, weddings, penance services, taped TV Masses, concerts
- Teach contemporary and traditional liturgical music reflecting Vatican II theology
- Plan and lead rehearsals with cantors, choirs, and musicians
- Recruit, train, and develop cantors, musicians, and choir members
- Maintain organized and updated music files
- Provide accurate copyright information and coordinate financial responsibilities
- Organize and maintain equipment (organ, piano, microphones, stands, sound system)
- Participate in monthly staff and liturgy meetings
- Master's degree in music or related field OR Bachelor's with 15+ years of experience
- Must be a practicing Catholic
- Experience with liturgical music in a parish setting
- Basic computer skills
- Personal maturity, flexibility, and commitment to sacred liturgy and discipleship
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The Company
What We Do
The Diocese of Venice in Florida is a Roman Catholic diocese established in 1984. It oversees a network of parishes, schools, and ministries across 10 Florida counties. The organization is dedicated to the mission of Jesus Christ, providing religious guidance, educational services, and charitable support to the community while managing administrative functions such as human resources, benefits, and fundraising initiatives to support its diverse population and religious goals.
