POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Director of Sacred Music will assist Director of Sacred Music in the administrative, educational, liturgical, and performance life of the Queen of Apostles Family of Parishes Music Ministry. The position of Associate Director of Sacred Music, with responsibilities divided between all churches of the pastorate, requires an exceptional organist and choral director who can provide outstanding liturgical organ playing (including choral and congregational accompaniment, organ works, and improvisations); train adult and child choristers; develop, recruit, train, and direct 1-2 musical ensembles (as assigned), teach music theory, and share in the administrative workload of the Ministry. Ample time is set aside for organ practice.

The three churches of the pastorate offer a wide array of instruments:

Our Lady of the Rosary: Viscount, 3 manual, digital organ
Our Lady of the Valley: 1898 Grimm and Son, 24 ranks, 2 manual tracker organ
St. James of the Valley: 1969 Wicks, Opus 4868, 9 ranks, 2 manual organ

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide service music for all liturgies throughout the liturgical year in accordance with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and in conjunction with the Lectionary of the Day and liturgical calendar including, but not limited to all weekend liturgies, and all required Solemnities, Feast Days, and Holy Days of Obligation, as called upon by the Pastor or Director of Sacred Music
Direct and/or accompany ensembles for all events, rehearsals, and liturgies.
Recruit, train, and direct 1-2 musical ensembles.
This position requires an accurate and extensive knowledge of Church documents pertaining to sacred music within the Novus Ordo and a solid working knowledge of the following liturgical documents, at a minimum: Tra Le Sollecitudini (1903), Sacrosanctum Concilium (1963), Musicam Sacram (1967).
For additional remuneration, provide counsel to families for all music for all weddings, and/or funerals, as needed. The following fees for each service will be administered: Funerals: $150 Organist Fee; $50 Cantor Fee; fees will be combined if the organist is also the cantor.  $50/hour rehearsal fee for required rehearsals with guest musician(s) Weddings: $200 organist fee; $50 cantor fee, fees will be combined if the organist is also the cantor, $50/hour rehearsal fee for required rehearsals with guest musician(s)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Associate Director of Sacred Music reports directly to the Director of Sacred Music and the Pastor.

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

Remuneration: Commensurate upon experience and education
Stipends for all weddings and funerals are remunerated separately.
Vacation: See Archdiocesan policies.
Benefits: None

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Choral Conducting, Organ Performance or Sacred/Liturgical Music
Ability to sing and play from the organ bench is a must
Experience in music education preferred
Knowledge and understanding of Catholic liturgical traditions and customs
Exceptional abilities as an organist
Exceptional musicianship skills
Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
Must possess strong interpersonal skills to work with wide variety of personalities
Must be flexible and able to evenings and weekends as needed
Willingness to support the mission of the Roman Catholic Church

START DATE: August 1, 2024

JOB TYPE: Part-Time

TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter, resume/CV, and (if possible) any supplemental video links that demonstrate your organ playing abilities and/or your abilities as a choral director. Please also provide contact information for 3-5 references (references will only be contacted if you are considered a finalist for the position). Applicants may submit the materials to the Director of Sacred Music, Marco Antonio Melendez at MMelendez@QOACincy.org.

Pending a review of your materials, candidates will be invited to complete an in-person interview and audition. The selected candidate must complete a criminal background check and the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Safe Parish training before being offered a letter of employment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22,000.00 - $26,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

After school
Holidays
Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

Cincinnati, OH (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Cincinnati, OH: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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