Description St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church is a rapidly growing parish in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex; it is home to some 3,100 registered families. Plans are underway for a new parish church campus. The Assistant Director of Music will report to and work with the Director of Music to assist in developing a growing music program. The Assistant Director will serve as the primary director of the High School Youth Choir. The ideal candidate should be a practicing Catholic who seeks the good of the Church in his/her daily life, possesses a strong knowledge of the Roman Catholic liturgy, and works well with young people.
Compensation Approx. $20,000/year; $36/hr.; Benefits as per diocesan policy
Qualifications B.M. in music education required. Middle school/high school teaching experience of 5+ years; choral experience of 5+ years.
Duties
Oversees/Directs the High School Youth Choir (September-May)
Attends weekly Adult Choir rehearsal (September – Corpus Christi)
Sings in the Adult Choir (September-Corpus Christi)
Serves as head cantor for at least two weekend Masses
Coordinates the monthly volunteer cantor schedule
Creates choir binders for accompanist/organist
Directs the Adult Choir during scheduled absences of the Director of Music
Sing for weddings and funerals per arrangements with the Director of Music for additional stipend
Interested candidates should submit a resume and three references to Andrew Kenney, Director of Music at andrewk@stphilipcc.org. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Applications should be submitted by August 6.