Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Sacred Music contributes to the liturgy by consistently providing professional-level music, and through collaborating with the Pastor and Director of Sacred Music in developing and growing the music ministry at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School. This position reports directly to the Director of Sacred Music and works collaboratively with the liturgical team.

Essential Job Duties:

• In coordination with the Director of Sacred Music, serve as organist for the Parish and School, including as a collaborator in rehearsals with the King's Choir and 1:30pm Spanish Mass musicians
• Mass schedule to include, but not limited to:
  • Friday, 8am School Mass (during school year)
  • Saturday, 5pm vigil Mass with cantor
  • Sunday, 9:30am Mass with King's Choir; 1:30pm Spanish Mass with guitarist (piano)
  • Other special solemnities, feast days, and parish events
• Direct the St. Ambrose Ringers (Handbell Choir) in weekly rehearsals and monthly Mass performances
• In coordination with the Director of Sacred Music, plan music and assist in the creation of worship aids
• Assist the Director of Sacred Music in the development of the Friends of the King's Music Concert Series, such as coordinating with related ministries, networking with (potential) artists, fundraising, and promotion of concerts
• Assist the Director of Sacred Music with planning music for weddings and funerals, funeral worship aid production, and engaging outside musicians as required
• Attend and participate in bi-weekly (liturgy team) and monthly (full staff) meetings
• Function as an effective team member with both volunteers and professionals, including scheduling, communication, and organization. This includes parish staff, parish membership, and outside vendors and visitors
• Maintain a focus on the Parish Mission in all service to the church: our mission is to unite God's people in the sacraments, steward his generosity, and evangelize the community
• Other duties as assigned in collaboration with the Director of Sacred Music

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Skill in verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Ability to operate word-processing software.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniqu
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written for
• Ability to proficiently communicate in English (conversing, reading, and writing).

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Training:

• Master's Degree in Organ or Sacred Music, with experience in service playing, improvisation, and liturgical repertoire on the organ

Experience:

• 3-5 years experience leading a liturgical music ministry program, preferably Catholic
• Preferred experience and familiarity with the General Instruction of the Roman Missal, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, and Sing to the Lord
• Preferred experience managing both volunteers and professionals, including scheduling, communication, and organization.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver's license
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Virtus program and policies throughout the employment period.

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ's mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to, and assists the Pastor in, the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

Working Conditions:

• All employees of the parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the chur
• The parish is an at-will employ
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the parish are tobacco
• Working in a fast paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapid
• Working on weekends, evenings, and holidays is requi
• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebration
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standard
• May be required to use personal or parish vehicles to drive to off-site location
• Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.