Posted 1/17/2025
Job Title:
Director of Music
Hours:
Full time
Parish:
Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Church
1107 N Orleans St
Chicago, IL
Description:
The historic and diverse community of Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Parish, that is located in the heart of Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood, is seeking a full-time Director of Music to serve our growing Catholic parish. Our welcoming community fully embraces spirit-filled, enthusiastic Eucharistic celebrations and liturgies through the engagement of principles of Vatican II and the recent archdiocesan initiatives of Renew My Church.
Responsibilities include:
• Develop, organize and lead the overall worship and liturgical music ministry.
• Provide piano and organ music at regularly scheduled 4 English Masses per weekend, Holy Days of Obligation, weekly school liturgies, weddings, funerals, and sacramental and liturgical celebrations.
• Supervise, manage and work collaboratively with our current part-time Assistant Music Director.
• Recruit, rehearse and direct the Adult Choir, Children’s Choir, and cantors.
• Recruit new musicians for liturgical band.
• Participate as an active member in collaboration with the Pastoral Staff, Liturgy Committee and parish events, including attending weekly Staff Meeting. A complete and comprehensive job description is available.
Qualifications Include:
• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field (Master’s Degree preferred).
• A preferred minimum of five years experience in a liturgical church music setting.
• Broad experience and familiarity with Catholic liturgy and music (e.g. gospel, contemporary, traditional, etc.).
• Strong directing abilities, attested musical skills and competent in piano, organ and solo voice are essential.
This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience and benefits. Applicants must submit a complete packet consisting of a cover letter, two letters of recommendation, an up-to-date resume, and a digital or video recording demonstrating proficiency in piano, organ and solo voice.
Materials should be sent to: “ICSJ - Search Committee” St. Joseph Church 1107 N. Orleans Street Chicago, IL. 60610
Electronic submissions may be sent to: Fr. Larry Lisowski, Pastor | pastor@icsjparish.org
For Parish Information: www.icsjparish.org
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field (Master’s Degree preferred).
• A preferred minimum of five years experience in a liturgical church music setting.
• Broad experience and familiarity with Catholic liturgy and music (e.g. gospel, contemporary, traditional, etc.).
• Strong directing abilities, attested musical skills and competent in piano, organ and solo voice are essential.
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