Director of Spanish Choir

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH – Richardson, TX

Director of Spanish Choir

The Director of Spanish Choir is a prayerful, liturgically informed leader responsible for fostering active participation in the sacred liturgy through music. This individual provides leadership to the Spanish Choir and congregation, ensuring that all music supports the liturgical life and mission of the Church.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct Spanish choir at Sunday Masses, Holy Days, seasonal celebrations, and special events.
• Plan and conduct weekly choir rehearsals.
• Recruit, train, and mentor choir members and cantors, providing musical and liturgical formation.
• Select and maintain a repertoire of music selections in line with liturgical norms.
• Work with the Director of Music, Pastor, and Liturgical Coordinator to integrate music into the overall liturgical plan and assess future needs of the Spanish Choir.
• Foster congregational participation through quality music leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active member of the Catholic Church, in good standing with the Diocese of Dallas.
• Bachelor’s degree in music, liturgical music, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and conduct a choir, including members of varying musical abilities and ages.
• Proficiency in music theory, sight-reading, and vocal instruction.
• Strong keyboard proficiency to occasionally direct the choir without the aid of an accompanist.

Additional Requirements

• Personal life of prayer and worship, leading in a Christ-like, respectful manner.
• Successfully complete diocesan safe environment training.
• Maintain safe environment controls, as choir may include minors.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with excellent verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Hispanic culture, traditions, and devotions.ex. Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena;
  Via Crucis