We are a medium-sized parish of 650 families with a small school. In collaboration with and under the leadership of the pastor, the Director of Sacred Liturgy works for "the glory of God and the sanctification of the faithful." The Director achieves this work through beautiful sacred music and robust and detailed liturgical programming toward this end. This full-time position is responsible both for developing and maintaining a comprehensive program of sacred music for the parish and school that assists the people of God in praying the liturgy well; and for supporting the pastor in the liturgical life of the parish.  This position reports directly to the pastor and collaborates with other members of the parish staff and school faculty.

Qualifications

Strong desire to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ in fidelity to the teachings of the Catholic Church; at least 3 years of experience with strong background in sacred music and liturgy, including piano and organ proficiency and forming and directing cantors, choirs, and other musicians; deep knowledge of and respect for Catholic liturgical norms and principles; strong attention to detail and well-organized; practicing Roman Catholic

Principal Responsibilities

Oversee planning of all sacred liturgies and paraliturgies (e.g., Divine Mercy Sunday service); convening and overseeing our team of sacristans to make sure all sacristan duties are being handled; recruit, develop, and train liturgical assistants (EMHCs, readers, servers, sacristans, etc.); support the pastor in his role to provide quality liturgical formation for our parishioners; plan sacred music selections and lead as accompanist/choir director at most (para)liturgies; create and implement a vision for growing the parish’s sacred music program through catechesis and gradual changes as well other means, such as bulletin write-ups and seasonal concert series for both adult and children’s choirs; rehearse, schedule, recruit, evaluate, and form choir(s), cantors, accompanists, and instrumentalists, including professionals when appropriate

Working for the Catholic Church

Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their behavior must not violate the faith, morals, civil law, or laws of the Church and the Archdiocese of Louisville, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal. This position requires that the employee be a practicing Roman Catholic.

Application

Resumes should be sent to Fr. Casey Sanders at frcasey@stjpiiparish.com. Include sample orders of worship (i.e., a worship aid) for a Divine Mercy Sunday service and for the Solemnity of Pentecost.