Roman Catholic Music Director Cantor

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

Scope of Responsibilities. Serve as the Music Director and Cantor for Minot AFB Catholic Service programs. These programs include weekly Mass weekly choir rehearsal and special events. A base period of one weekly worship 52 weeks one weekly rehearsal 52weeks and occasional special services/events 9 each for a total of up to 113 events yearly.

3. Education Experience and Personal Requirement.

3.1 The Music Director/Musician should have musical/vocal ability through formal classes and at least two years experience cantoring directing choirs and leading congregations in the Catholic Church. Must be able to sightread music and direct others in singing music from the Oregon Catholic Press (OCP) series GIA/Gather and other music specified by the Catholic Chaplain Advisor.

3.2 Two years experience as a minimum in coordinating and performing religious services.

3.3 Must be familiar with and able to blend various musical instruments in the worship service.

3.4 Provide one clergy reference reference from supervisor of last position and a resume.

3.5 Have ability to organize teach and manage volunteers in a flexible changing working environment.

3.6 Must dress conservatively commensurate with the prudent expectations at each worship service.

3.7 Undergo successful background criminal history check at local state and national levels

3.8 Have working knowledge of audiovisual equipment such as sound systems and projectors.

3.9 Be interviewed and audition before recommended panel organized by the Contract Officer in charge of the bidding process.

4. General Responsibilities. The Catholic Music Director/Musician will:

4.1 Under the direction of the chaplain in charge of the Catholic program manage the Catholic music programs.

4.2 Submit annual worship programming budget proposal for approval to the chaplain in charge of the Catholic program.

4.3 Recruit train support and supervise musicians/singers/volunteers.

5.Specific Responsibilities.

5.1. Direct Catholic Choir at scheduled rehearsals Mass and special services/events. Worship services begin at 1000 on Sundays and end normally not later than 1130. Prepare for and conduct regular monthly rehearsal prepare the Catholic Choirs to sing hymns praise and worship choruses and other appropriate music for the regular Sunday Catholic Mass.

5.2. Assist the chaplain in charge of the Catholic program with Mass planning music selection sound/audiovisual programming and powerpoint.

5.3. Design and implement a worship campaign for the Catholic program in coordination with the chaplain in charge of the Catholic program.

5.4. Maintain records and statistical information of volunteer names contact information hours worked and attendance figures for the Catholic music programs and its events and report said information as required by applicable Air Force Instructions Air Force Chief of Chaplains policies and the Catholic Chaplain/Priest.

5.5. Attend weekly meetings with the chaplain in charge of the Catholic program as requested.

5.6. Attend weekly staff meetings and financial working groups as requested by the Wing Chaplain.

5.7. Will adhere to music/all copyright laws.

5.8. Will exercise proper care over chapel music equipment and ensure that there are procedures in effect to protect and safeguard such equipment and to ensure that it is kept in serviceable condition.

5.9. Will submit appropriate requests for new equipment replacements and repair. The Music Director will submit a music budget to the Catholic Chaplain or his designate for approval. Following established Chaplain Fund and Appropriated Fund procedures the Music Director will arrange for the purchase of all necessary music and supplies.

5.10. On a monthly basis the Music Director in coordination with the Catholic Chaplain or his designate will plan all music selections.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidates good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in section 3. Education Experience and Personal Requirement. above need not apply. This is a parttime position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidates experience and qualifications.

Apply directly at: (scroll down to Minot AFB) in order to expedite your application. Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name title organization relationship to you email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.