Music Coordinator Job at Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Paoli, PA

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  • Archdiocese of Philadelphia
  • Paoli, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

St. Norbert Parish

Job Description

Title: Music Coordinator

Reports to Title: Director of Mission Implementation

Hours: Part-Time (weekend work required)

General Description: The Music Coordinator is responsible for planning, leading, and coordinating the musical elements of liturgies/worship at Saint Norbert Parish. This includes weekend Masses, Holy Days, daily Mass, and special celebrations. The Music Coordinator works collaboratively with clergy, staff, liturgy/pastoral team members, and volunteers, to foster a prayerful and high-quality musical worship experience. Primary Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may evolve as the needs to achieve an Exceptional Weekend Experience evolve.

  • Plan and coordinate music for weekend Masses, daily Masses, Holy Days, and special liturgies/worship in line with the vision of the pastor.
  • Lead music at Masses (vocally and/or instrumentally)
  • Recruit, schedule, and rehearse with cantors, musicians, and choirs
  • Direct choir(s) / band(s) and coordinate rehearsals
  • Work collaboratively with the Music Advisory Team to select music that aligns with the liturgical seasons, readings, themes and the Saint Norbert mission/vision
  • Provide music for sacramental celebrations (e.g., weddings, funerals, First Eucharist, Confirmation)
  • Maintain parish-owned musical instruments and music resources
  • Ensure compliance with music licensing and copyright
  • Collaborate with liturgy team and clergy to ensure liturgical consistency and quality
  • Collaborate with the parish school’s music teacher to develop musical talent among students and incorporate them into parish liturgies, particularly for special occasions such as Christmas Mass.
Volunteer Management:
  • Oversee teams of musicians/bands/choirs
  • Provide training and support for consistency and excellence
  • Build and nurture a culture of hospitality, creativity, and mission alignment
  • Schedule and support volunteers for services outside of primary Mass times (e.g., daily Mass, funerals, weddings)
Be a Creative Leader Who:
  • Infuses the Parish Mission, Vision, and Strategic Anchors into all work
  • Strives for excellence in both musical and technical execution
  • Collaborates proactively with staff, clergy, and ministry volunteers

Job Qualifications & Requirements

  • Proficiency in voice and instrument (keyboard, guitar, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Spanish preferred but not required
  • Experience in leading music for Catholic liturgies, contemporary praise & worship environments, and directing ensembles
  • Some technical experience in live sound, streaming, and audio mixing
  • Ability to quickly learn and master new technologies and systems
  • Effective communicator and team leader
  • Highly organized, self-starter, results-oriented, and mission-driven
  • Strong commitment to Saint Norbert’s Catholic identity and mission
Schedule:
  • Regular weekend work at Masses is required
  • Rehearsals and preparation time outside of liturgy times
  • Flexible weekday schedule; expected to work approximately 20-25 hours per week
  • Required holidays: Christmas, Ash Wednesday, Holy Week (including Easter Sunday), and other Holy Days, as needed

Salary:

  • St. Norbert Parish offers a competitive compensation package based on experience and skill set.

Submit your resume to: Braden McGettigan, Director of Parish Operations bmcgettigan@parish.stnorbert.org

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours, Sunday, Weekday work,

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