Description
POSITION SUMMARY
St. Lawrence Martyr Church is seeking the right candidate to invigorate the St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church’s musical worship at the Sunday 5PM Youth Mass: to recruit and develop young parishioners (teens and young adults) for participation and musical roles in the Youth Mass music ministry; to work in creative consultation under the Director of Worship: Liturgy & Music, and creatively with Youth Ministry in a way that is consistent with the mission of the parish, its values, and theology.
Part-time, 4 hr/wk. Wages will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. A background check, fingerprinting and VIRTUS/Safe Environment trainings are required of all parish and school staff within 90 days of start date.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Because all Archdiocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves in keeping with the philosophy, goals and mission of the Catholic Church as they perform their functions.
The following are essential responsibilities for this position:
- Rehearse with members of the Youth Choir each Sunday at 4PM;
- Direct the Youth Choir in leading the musical prayer of the assembly in worship during the Youth Mass at 5PM;
- Prepare two hours each week for the Sunday Youth Mass by:
- Studying and praying the scripture readings of the Sunday liturgy;
- Studying pertinent Church liturgical/musical documents and resources;
- Selecting appropriate repertory for worship, taking into account the liturgical season, any additional rituals that may be added to a particular service, and in consideration of repertory in use by Youth Ministry;
- Prepare printed (or digital) materials to teach the Youth Choir selected repertory, including materials for both singers and instrumentalists;
- Prepare worship aids weekly for the assembly’s use at the 5PM Mass;
- In the event that the Youth Mass is to be livestreamed, work in coordination with the A/V Team, including the preparation of a script or slides of song and prayer texts.
- Work in coordination with Youth Ministry and all of SLM staff and ministries to recruit, teach, coach, mentor and develop young parishioners (teens and young adults) in Music Ministry.
- Lead, encourage, and animate the whole Youth Mass assembly through Music Ministry into “full, conscious, and active participation” in worship during Mass.
- Stay current on various worship music resources and copyright requirements.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary range, commensurate with experience, is from $50.00 – 55.00. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Please send interest statement, cover letter and resume or experience information to:
Mr. Les Rangel-Santos, Director of Worship: Liturgy & Music through info@stlm.org
St. Lawrence Martyr
1940 S. Prospect Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
info@stlm.org
310-540-0329
Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Self-starter, well organized, and ability to perform well in a busy parish environment;
- Familiarity with liturgical year and liturgical worship in the Catholic Church;
- Enthusiasm in working to make worship accessible to youth while maintaining high musical standards and expectations;
- Ability to work effectively and sensitively with youth in a group setting and one-on-one.
- Ability to effectively develop clear boundaries and high expectations for youth;
- Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written/electronic, in order to build relationships with staff, youth and their parents;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Reliable, punctual, and have pride in excellence;
- Maintain professional bearing: clean and neat appearance;
- Operate within a flexible work schedule;
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum high school graduate or equivalent; Bachelor of Arts in Music, preferred or demonstratable equivalence;
- Musical instrument proficiency in either guitar or piano, or both;
- Experience in directing a Youth Choir and/or music program;
- Knowledge of appropriate vocal technique and music repertory for developing youth and young adults;
- Must have a strong working knowledge of Catholic Church practices, theology, and liturgy;
- Experience in an office environment or equivalent.
REQUIRED PHYSICAL & MENTAL ACTIVITIES
- Walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, light lifting, and keyboarding.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The applicant understands that in accepting the terms of this ministry description that he/she acknowledges that he/she a person of active Catholic Christian faith and possesses the professional abilities and personal attributes necessary to carry out the primary and essential qualifications above and perform the duties and responsibilities as listed.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church (Redondo Beach)
1940 S. Prospect Ave
Redondo Beach, CA
info@stlm.org