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Federal Way, Washington, United States · On-site
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Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
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Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$32/hr
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Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
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Burien, Washington, United States · On-site
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Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$33/hr–$40/hr
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Provide piano accompaniment and musical leadership for the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass and other parish liturgies. Conduct and develop a volunteer choir while ensuring music aligns with Roman Catholic liturgical norms.
Requires strong proficiency in piano and experience conducting choirs, preferably in a parish setting. Must be familiar with Roman Catholic liturgy and diverse sacred musical styles.
Job DetailsJob Location: 0186 Christ Our Hope Parish, Seattle - Seattle, WA 98101Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $250.00 - $250.00 HourlyLocation: Christ Our Hope Catholic Church, Downtown Seattle
Christ Our Hope is a vibrant, multicultural parish firmly rooted in Vatican II and Catholic Tradition and the liturgical renewal the Council envisioned. Christ Our Hope is part of the One Parish Family with St. James Cathedral and Immaculate Conception Church.
Position Type: Part-Time Schedule: Sunday 9:00 AM Mass, plus day‑of rehearsals Reports To: Pastor and Pastoral Associate Start Date: As soon as available
The Pianist & Choir Conductor collaborates with the Pastor, Pastoral Associate, and the Liturgy Commission to provide musical leadership for the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass. The musician ensures that the liturgy is celebrated with beauty, reverence, and full participation of the assembly. This role combines skilled piano accompaniment with the direction and development of volunteer choirs, in alignment with Roman Catholic liturgical norms and the parish’s pastoral vision.
This ministry supports the parish’s mission to lead the faithful “to that full, conscious, and active participation in liturgical celebrations called for by the very nature of the liturgy” (Sacrosanctum Concilium 14).
Provide piano accompaniment for the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass, Holy Days, and occasional other parish liturgies as needed.
Conduct and rehearse the parish choir, including leading warm‑ups before the Mass. There is also potential for additional weekday or evening rehearsals.
Select some liturgical music in collaboration with the Pastor and/or Liturgy Director, ensuring selections follow the liturgical calendar and the norms of the Catholic Church.
Lead the assembly in sung prayer and foster active participation.
Prepare musical arrangements, psalm settings, and harmonizations as needed.
Schedule and rehearse with cantors, instrumentalists.
Uphold the liturgical guidelines of the Catholic Church.
Continue to recruit and develop an all-volunteer choir with members of varying degrees of experience and skill.
Attend periodic Liturgy Commission meetings.
Schedule & Time Commitment
Sunday 9:00 AM Mass (typical call time 8:00 AM).
Additional liturgies during major seasons (Christmas, Holy Week, Easter) and Holy Days of Obligation.
Occasional funerals or weddings (optional, with additional stipend).
Compensation
$250 per Mass based on Archdiocese of Seattle guidelines.
Additional stipends for special liturgies, weddings, and funerals.
QualificationsQualifications
Strong proficiency in piano, especially in liturgical or sacred music settings.
Experience conducting and rehearsing choirs, preferably volunteer or parish choirs.
Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy, hymnody, multi-cultural and contemporary sacred repertoire, including the ability to incorporate and lead a variety of diverse musical styles.
Ability to lead confidently and collaborate with clergy, staff, and volunteers.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with musicians of varying skill levels.
Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.
Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle encompasses all of Western Washington
The Archdiocese of Seattle is one of 170 dioceses--or geographic areas of responsibility--of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. The Archdiocese encompasses all of Western Washington, stretching from the Canadian to the Oregon border and from the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. There are 169 parishes and missions in the Archdiocese, serving 548,900 Catholics.
Offices: 710 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, US
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle encompasses all of Western Washington
The Archdiocese of Seattle is one of 170 dioceses--or geographic areas of responsibility--of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. The Archdiocese encompasses all of Western Washington, stretching from the Canadian to the Oregon border and from the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. There are 169 parishes and missions in the Archdiocese, serving 548,900 Catholics.
Offices: 710 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, US
