"Archdiocesan Director of Music and Organist at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis"

A JOB LISTING from the Archdiocese of Saint Louis:

Reporting to the Cathedral Rector, the responsibilities of this position include the development and direction of a comprehensive Program of Sacred Music for the Cathedral Basilica, serving both as an Archdiocesan parish, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Arch-Episcopal seat of The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis. The program is to reflect only the finest music, consistent with the Roman Catholic tradition. The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic, possess a related four year degree and strong written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will also act as the Director of Sacred Music for the Archdiocese of Saint Louis.

The position requires the preparation, evaluation, education and direction of all individuals involved in the sacred liturgical music. The position requires the incumbent to function as the Archdiocesan Director of Sacred Music, Cathedral Organist, Archdiocesan and Cathedral Choir director, Coordinator of Ceremonies, Director of the Hand Bell Choir and Director of the Children’s Choir.

The Cathedral Basilica and Archdiocese of Saint Louis offer a competitive benefits and compensation package. Our century old facility is rich in Catholic tradition and offers a challenging professional environment.

You can read the full listing here.

This is one of those positions where it can be rightly said “unto whomsoever much is given, of him much shall be required” (Luke 12:48).