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St Olaf Parish

Director of Sacred Music

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A Music Director leads music ensembles in a variety of different settings. Conducts orchestras or choral groups, church choirs, or pit orchestras in a music theatre production. Chooses music for performances, or composes or arranges music for ensembles to perform; runs rehearsals and directs soloists or guest performers.

$71,152 / year median in Wisconsin

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

St. Olaf Parish seeks a Part-Time Director of Sacred Music. St. Olaf Parish has had a long tradition of an active and dedicated music ministry. Join us as our Director of Sacred Music to inspire faith through song! Your musical talent combined with your leadership will help create an enriching worship environment where everyone feels uplifted and connected in spirit. Job Summary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Create an environment of pastoral care through music ministry and assist in the ongoing formation of the parish choir. Assist the Pastor in selecting congregational songs and service music. Assist the Pastor in planning, organizing and executing Sacred Worship Meetings. Assist the Pastor in planning, organizing and executing of music for weddings, funerals and other special liturgical celebrations. Recruit, coordinate and rehearse the parish choir, accompanists and cantors. Schedule regular tuning and maintenance of the parish piano and organ. Maintain and report copyright licenses for both print and digital music used. Collaborate with neighboring parishes for our joint Confirmation celebration and Thanksgiving Prayer Service. Report Music Ministry at Parish Staff Meetings. Must pass a background check.
Qualifications:
Seeking a Catholic who understands Catholic Liturgy. A non-Catholic with an understanding of Catholic Liturgy would also be welcome to apply. Trained in music (piano and choral music preferable) on either a degree track, privately trained or performance equivalent. Willing to work most weekends (Masses, weddings, etc.) . We do have a rotation of parish volunteers to assist weekend coverage to offer some flexibility. Wage and benefits are negotiable. If you are interested in applying for our music position, please send a resume to Michelle Zanoni, Parish Business Manager, via email at businessmanager@saintolafparish.org or mail to St. Olaf Parish, P.O. Box 1203, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54702.
Pay:
$1,300.00 - $2,200.00 per month
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Paid time off
Work Location:
In person