Posted:  08/24/2026

Ascension Catholic Church, part of the Mother of God Family of Parishes, is seeking a qualified Director of Liturgical Music. The Director serves as principal musician, organist, and choir director and is responsible for developing and implementing a complete program of sacred liturgical music that enhances the liturgy and moves the faithful to worship.

Responsibilities:
• Plans, prepares, coordinates and provides music for weekday, weekend, holy day, school, funeral, and wedding Masses and liturgies. Serves as principal musician and       cantor and/or provides musical accompaniment.
• Trains, directs, and supervises choirs, instrumental ensembles, and cantors and coordinates extra musicians as needed.
• Develops the annual liturgical music budget and maintains strict accountability for all program expenditures.
• Maintains and organizes the parish music library, ensuring proper copyright and licensing compliance.
• Oversees the maintenance, repair, and tuning of musical instruments and sound equipment.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in music, music education, or related, or Colleague’s Certificate (CAGO) and Choir Master’s Certificate (CMAGO) from the American Guild of Organists
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience with liturgical music programs, including school liturgies
• Practicing Roman Catholic with a strong commitment to the Church and her teachings
• Thorough understanding of the Church’s sacred liturgy and sacred music tradition
• Expertise in selecting sacred music that aligns with Catholic liturgical documents and guidelines for choirs, organ, and full congregational participation
• Demonstrated ability to lead and sustain a program of quality congregational singing
• Demonstrated ability to lead liturgical music as a cantor while providing expert accompaniment on piano and organ
• Demonstrated skills as an effective choral conductor
• Working knowledge of other instruments which might be used in liturgical music
• Weekend and evening availability
• Competence in Microsoft 365/Google Workspace