Posted:  09/06/2022

Salem Heights is a primary residence for retired Sisters as well as a place of hospitality for members of the Sisters of the Precious Blood in northwest Dayton, Ohio.  Even though the Sisters are retired from their ministry, they still fullfil their daily ministry through prayer. The Music and Liturgy Coordinator will foster a worshipping community at Salem Heights so that Sisters may enjoy a rich prayer life through liturgical celebrations that take place in the Salem Heights chapel.  Worship includes daily Eucharistic Liturgies and devotional prayer services in accordance with the mission and values of the Sisters of the Precious Blood.

Candidates will need to be a practicing Catholic and have some form of training in liturgy. The candidate will possess a minimum of two years’ experience in planning and implementing liturgies in a variety of settings through the liturgical year; a bachelor degree is preferred. Along with liturgy training, the candidate will need to have appropriate training in musical fields that include: organ, electronic keyboard, and/or piano. Candidates will need to have experience directing a choir. The position offers a highly competitive salary and an optimum benefits package of 100% health premium coverage, employer contribution to a 401K, and generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Position is 40 hours per week, which includes Sunday Masses and 4 weekday Masses.