On-Call Liturgical Musician

Position Title :

On-Call Liturgical Musician

Position Type : Regular

Regular

Hiring Range : $35 / per hour

$35 / per hour

Pay Frequency : Hourly

Hourly

A. POSITION PURPOSE

The Liturgical Musician is responsible for providing music for the Sunday 10 a.m. mass in the Mission Church. This is a part-time, 5-10 hours per week position reporting to the Director of Liturgy and Music.

B. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide liturgical music for all 10 a.m. Sunday masses and help with university special liturgies.
• Select music that is proper to the liturgical season and worshiping community generally, songs listed in , the hymnal published by Oregon Catholic Press.
• Accompany and / or sing (solo or as part of an ensemble) chosen selections.
• Conduct choir rehearsals and performances.
• Assist in planning, management, and recruitment of new choir members.
• Prepare music binders or iPads for choir members and instrumentalists.
• Support the coordination of liturgical ministers. Execute other duties as assigned.

C. PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION

N / A

D. GENERAL GUIDELINES

Recommends initiatives and implements changes to improve quality and services. Identifies and determines causes of problems;

develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices. Maintains contact with customers and solicits feedback for improved services.

Maximizes productivity through the use of appropriate tools, planned training, and performance initiatives. Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.

Prepares progress reports; informs supervisor of project status; and deviation from goals. Ensures completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all operational functions.

Prepares and submits reports as requested and required. Develops and implements guidelines to support the functions of the unit.

E. QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required or preferred.

This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.

Knowledge

Strong understanding of Roman Catholic liturgy and rites

Familiarity and conformity with the 1963 Second Vatican Council document, (Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy)

Comprehension of basic music theory

Skills

Proficiency in piano / keyboard

Possess versatile vocal ability (solo and choral) to lead congregational song and self-accompany in a variety of musical styles (from classical, and traditional hymnody to contemporary praise and worship)

Proficiency in reading music

Competency in leading and directing an adult choir

Basic knowledge of iPad, iOS application, forScore for electronic sheet music

Abilities

Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and ability to be self-directed

Ability to work non-traditional hours

Ability to collaborate well with volunteer ministers, Campus Ministry and Mission Church staff, and clergy

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Private instruction in piano and voice

Experience

Reception of the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation preferred

2+ years of experience in music ministry along with a love, respect, and understanding of the Catholic Church

F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities.

A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or other requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. May be required to travel to other buildings on the campus.

G. WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typical Catholic Church environment