​IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH DURHAM, NC

​Pastoral Associate for Music and Liturgy

​We are seeking a full-time Pastoral Associate for Music and Liturgy (PAML) well-versed in a variety of musical genres, to lead our congregation and volunteer choirs.

A successful candidate must:

• Be trained organist or pianist with experience as choral director,
• Be comfortable working with adults and children,
• Be self-motivated and collaborative,
• Be skilled in traditional and contemporary Catholic sacred music and liturgy.

The minimum requirements for the position of PAML are:

• A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• A Bachelor of Arts degree in music, theology, or related field.
• Proficient (moderate) in English and Spanish.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in Catholic parish music ministry.
• Demonstrated proficiency as an organist and/or pianist.
• Demonstrated competency directing volunteer choirs.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and volunteers.
• Completion of a diocesan background check and ministerial training.

The PAML is primarily responsible for:

• Directing or coordinating the musicians and singers at 7 weekend Masses in English and Spanish.
• Scheduling cantors for all Masses.
• Coordinating additional or replacement musicians and singers as needed.
• Hosting weekly rehearsals in English and in Spanish, with extra rehearsals as needed.
• Developing a Children's Choir for occasional Masses and performances.
• Training and scheduling sound technicians for all Masses.
• Planning music, preparing worship aids, and playing for primary liturgies, such as:
  • weekend Masses and Holy Days
  • First Reconciliation
  • First Holy Communion, Confirmation.
• Cataloging, maintaining, and developing music resources and repertoire.
• Scheduling regular maintenance of the church pianos and organ.
• Collaborating with the Pastor and Parish Staff for liturgies and other parish events
• Working with engaged couples to plan and coordinate music and musicians for weddings. (Basic stipends for musicians and singers)
• Planning and coordinating music and musicians for funerals. (Basic stipends for musicians and singers)
• Planning yearly budget under the guidance of the Finance Council.
• Attending parish staff meetings and scheduling regular office hours.
• Continuing professional formation in Catholic liturgy and/or music.
• Reporting directly to the Pastor.

Salary/Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with education and experience
• Full Diocese Benefits Package.
• Compensation for weddings and funerals.
• Budgeted funds for continuing education and professional development

Submit:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Three (3) references (1 personal and 2 professional) to Fr. Jacek Orzechowski.