Catholic Music Director

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

1.1. CATHOLIC MUSIC DIRECTOR (CMD) QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

1.1.1 CMD will provide choral direction and leadership, for Roman Catholic Sunday Mass, Holy Days

and special services to include funerals, and Catholic choir rehearsals. Service times are subject to

change, and contractor must be able to adjust to schedules in coordination with (ICW) the Catholic

Priest or COR. CMD will provide choral direction and leadership throughout a broad range of musical

genres, creating a worshipful environment for traditional liturgical worship in a Roman Catholic context.

The CMD will possess the ability to play the organ or piano for congregational and ensemble singing

and improvise while accompanying a soloist or ensemble, while at the same time leading congregational

and ensemble singing. The CMD will understand military chaplaincy, and will help train, supervise

volunteers who play a musical instrument, or sing in the choir. CMD will have the following

qualifications, skills, and knowledge requirements:

1.1.2 At least two years of experience as a Catholic worship musician, demonstrating the ability to

perform musically. CMD must have knowledge of Catholic liturgical calendar, and be able to select

hymnody, psalmody, and liturgical principles appropriate to the season in coordination with the assigned

Catholic Priest.

1.1.3 CMD must be able to clearly communicate in English and conduct administrative requirements

with verbal and written clarity. Maintain healthy, functional interpersonal relationships in a pluralistic

environment, while maintaining professional standards of conduct and public decorum, including but not

limited to dress and hygiene.

1.2 CATHOLIC MUSIC DIRECTOR (CMD) RESPONSIBILITIES

1.2.1 Prepare musical arrangements and will direct rehearsals at FAFB Chapel supporting weekly

Sunday Roman Catholic Mass, Holy Days and special services, to include funerals, and Catholic Choir

rehearsals pursuant to the PWS. CMD will arrive no less than 30 minutes prior to the start of each

rehearsal ensuring equipment is set up and preparations are made for choir needs. Mass times are subject

to change and the contractor will adjust to schedules as necessary ICW the Catholic Priest, COR or

designee. The CMD will provide prelude and postlude music.

1.2.2 Rehearsals will be approximately one hour in length during the week. One hour warm up before

Mass is authorized. Additional rehearsals beyond the weekly rehearsal must be coordinated and

approved in advance by the COR and must conform to this PWS. CMD will consult and coordinate

services rendered with the COR on a monthly basis. CMD must be willing to work flexible hours due to

possible variances of rehearsals, worship services or special service/activities times, but shall not exceed

the thresholds established in the contract.

1.2.3 CMD will be responsible for:

1.2.4 Setting up and securing musical scores, lead sheets, lyric sheets, hymnals, instruments, and other

necessary equipment involved with rehearsal/performance.

1.2.5 Recruiting musicians and choir members as necessary to enhance the worship experience of the

congregation.

1.2.6 Providing input about supplies and equipment needs for the Catholic music program through the

Catholic Priest or COR.

1.2.7 Accounting for security and cleanliness of facilities utilized in conjunction with the Catholic Music

Programs.

1.2.8 Meet with the Catholic Priest quarterly or COR to review the status of the Catholic music program

and exchange feedback.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in section "

1.1. CATHOLIC MUSIC DIRECTOR (CMD) QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate s experience and qualifications.

Apply directly at: (scroll down to Fairchild ) in order to expedite your application. Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.