Saint Noel Parish Director of Music Ministry 35200 Chardon Road • Willoughby Hills, Ohio 44094 (440) 946-0887 • www.stnoel.org COMMUNITY: Saint Noel Parish is a vibrant Catholic church in the Diocese of Cleveland with about 1,500 active households. Founded in 1980, the parish has enjoyed a long tradition of quality music and liturgy. Weekend liturgies are celebrated on Saturday (Vigil) at 5:00 PM, and on Sunday, at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Instruments in use are a Steinway & Sons Model B piano and Allen digital organ. MINISTERIAL ROLE: This is a full-time position. The individual would be a member of the pastoral staff, expected to be present for staff meetings (about twice a month), as well as foster a presence with availability to the wider parish community. Accessibility is expected for wedding and funeral celebrations, assisting couples and families with planning. This position demands a flexible team player with good organizational skills and an ability to minister well with diverse personalities. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree (minimum). Demonstrable keyboard and vocal skills are required. Previous experience in music and pastoral ministry is preferred. Excellent knowledge of Catholic liturgy, and a willingness to further one’s education and learning is appreciated. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide music, plan, rehearse, and prepare cantors, instrumentalists, and choirs for liturgies (including national holidays, i.e., Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, etc.).
Knowledge of computer music programs and desktop publishing with an ability to prepare/edit worship aids is helpful (i.e., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, and/or Adobe InDesign, etc.).
Maintain music and liturgy library, audio equipment, and other resources.
Have knowledge of current music copyright responsibilities.
Submit and maintain the music ministry budget.
Occasionally provide and lead music for faith formation programs, PSR, Vacation Bible School, etc.
Contact, secure, and prepare music for various instrumentalists and musicians throughout the liturgical year.
Plan, organize, promote, and coordinate concerts of various groups, i.e., Apollo’s Fire, CityMusic Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, Quire Cleveland, etc.).
Must be VIRTUS® Certified (in advance, or upon hire).
TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to both: