Catholic Music

Job Type:

• Part-Time / Contract Position Work Schedule: Services will be performed according to the Catholic worship schedule, including weekly rehearsals, weekend Masses, holy days, holidays, and special religious services.
• The schedule may vary based on chapel requirements and the direction of the Catholic Priest or Lead Chaplain.
• Place of Performance Services will primarily be performed at the Luke Air Force Base Chapel , 13968 W.
• Shooting Star Street, Luke AFB, Arizona 85309.
• Period of Performance One 12-month base period, with up to four additional one-year option periods, subject to contract award and Government exercise of the options.
• Summary The Catholic Music Director will provide professional music support for the Catholic worship program at Luke Air Force Base, including weekly Masses, rehearsals, holy days, and special religious services.
• The Music Director will plan and prepare appropriate Catholic liturgical music, lead the congregation and volunteer musicians, coordinate rehearsals, and perform vocally and instrumentally during scheduled services.
• The position requires dependable weekly availability, strong musical ability, knowledge of Catholic worship practices, and the ability to work effectively with the Catholic Priest, chapel staff, volunteers, and military community.
• The Performance Work Statement estimates approximately 150 events per year.
• Requirements Must have a minimum of two years of college education in music or a related field, or equivalent years of relevant church or chapel music experience.
• Must have experience providing music for Catholic worship services.
• Must be able to sing and vocally lead the congregation.
• Must be able to play an appropriate musical instrument, such as piano, keyboard, organ, or guitar.
• Must be able to sight-read music.
• Must be able to arrange, improvise, play, and score music when required.
• Must be able to organize and lead a Catholic praise team, choir, or volunteer music group.
• Must understand Catholic liturgical seasons, traditions, and appropriate worship music.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with the Catholic Priest, chapel staff, volunteers, and congregation members.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Must be reliable, punctual, professional, and available for rehearsals, weekend services, holy days, holidays, and special events.
• Must arrive at least 15 minutes before every rehearsal, worship service, and special service.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks and installation-access requirements.
• Must be able to work around minors in accordance with applicable Department of Defense background-screening requirements.
• Duties Plan and provide music for weekly Catholic Masses, rehearsals, holy days, and special religious services.
• Coordinate music selections with the Catholic Priest or Lead Chaplain.
• Lead the congregation, choir members, singers, and volunteer musicians during worship services.
• Perform vocally and instrumentally during scheduled Catholic services.
• Conduct a minimum of one rehearsal per week, generally lasting between one and two hours.
• Select music appropriate for Catholic liturgical seasons, celebrations, and religious observances.
• Prepare sheet music, song arrangements, lyrics, and audiovisual presentation slides when required.
• Recruit, organize, train, and coordinate volunteer singers and musicians.
• Communicate schedules, music selections, and rehearsal requirements to volunteers.
• Attend chapel meetings and music-program planning sessions when required.
• Assist with annual music calendars, program planning, volunteer training, and budget recommendations.
• Submit requests for music, supplies, equipment repairs, or replacement items through the appropriate chapel representative.
• Maintain and safeguard Government-owned musical instruments, sound equipment, keys, and other chapel property.
• Ensure copyrighted music and materials are properly handled and protected.
• Open, prepare, clean, reset, and secure chapel facilities used for rehearsals and worship services.
• Report damaged instruments, malfunctioning equipment, or facility concerns to chapel staff.
• Coordinate qualified replacement coverage for approved absences.
• Ensure any replacement musician meets the required qualifications and receives Government approval before performing.
• Maintain professional conduct and comply with all chapel, installation, safety, security, and access requirements.
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