Job Description

Organist

St Louis, MO, US

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Part-Time Organist at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church supports the parish's liturgical life by providing sacred music that enhances worship and reflects the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. This part-time role collaborates with clergy, liturgy staff, cantors, and choir members to plan and perform appropriate music for assigned Masses and liturgical celebrations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide organ and/or piano accompaniment for assigned weekend Masses, holy days, funerals, weddings, and other liturgical services as scheduled.
• Select and perform sacred music appropriate to the Catholic liturgical calendar and parish guidelines.
• Collaborate with clergy, liturgy coordinators, cantors, and choir members to plan music for worship services.
• Accompany cantors and choirs and assist with rehearsals as needed.
• Maintain a high standard of musical preparation and professionalism for all services.
• Support congregational singing through appropriate accompaniment and leadership.
• Adhere to parish policies, diocesan liturgical norms, and scheduling expectations.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a respectful demeanor consistent with the mission of the parish.

Qualifications

Proficiency in organ performance; piano proficiency strongly preferred. Ability to read music and accompany vocalists and congregational singing. Knowledge of Catholic liturgy and sacred music traditions (preferred). Prior experience as a church organist or liturgical musician (preferred). Strong collaboration and communication skills. Commitment to supporting the worship life and mission of St. Mark Catholic Church.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

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