Ss. Robert & William Parish and St. John of the Cross Parish in Euclid are seeking a full- time Music Director.  The Music Director will oversee the music ministry for both parishes. 

Requirements:

·         A practicing Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church. Demonstrated understanding of compliance with Catholic Church’s teaching, traditions, values, and direction about Catholic formation and Liturgy.

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Music or Theology. A combination of experience or other relevant training be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Certification, experience, or formation leadership training in Catholic liturgy. ·

·         Demonstrated ability to judge and select appropriate music for Catholic liturgy and formation.

·         Able to lead music and worship confidently.

·         Collaborative team member.

·         Excellent communication skills.

·         Excellent keyboard, organ and piano and/or guitar and vocal skills.

·         Experience with traditional Catholic music and contemporary Catholic/Christian music and directing Adult and Children’s choirs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Understand and promote the mission for Music Ministry.

·         Coordinate, plan and provide music leadership and support for Sunday and Holy Day liturgies, parish missions, parish retreats, weekday liturgies (4 pm at both SJC & SRW, 7:45 am and 10:15 am at SJC and 9:00 am and 11:30 am at SRW), prayer meetings, funerals, weddings, and other parish events as appropriate.

·         Lead music at weekend and Holy Day liturgies on a regular basis.  The full-time director will be present at 4 weekend Masses per weekend.  The assistant will cover 2 of the weekend Masses.  The SRW 6 pm Sunday Mass is covered by a separate ministry. 

·         Supervise associate musicians.

·         Oversee the creation and production of all worship bulletins.

·         Attend and participate in staff meetings.

·         Oversee the maintenance of the organ, pianos, sound, other musical instruments, and auxiliary equipment.

·         Prepare yearly music budget for review and approval.

·         Oversee accurate and timely pay reports for associate music ministers.

·         Recruit and train new individuals to participate in the music ministry.

·         Recruit, train, and evaluate music leaders, as necessary.

·         Facilitate regular or occasional meetings/rehearsals for instruction, inspiration, and communication for musicians.

·         Respond to daily correspondence in a timely manner.

·         Adult Choir: Recruit singers, prepare and lead choir for service at liturgies as required.

·         Ensure all copies of music used at the parish are legal, authorized copies.

·         Coordinate technology used at Masses.

·         Coordinate the Liturgical Ministry Scheduling Program.

Documents required: cover letter, resume, and three references with contact information. Send to fjb@srweuclid.cc.