Principal Organist

ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC CHURCH PRINCIPAL ORGANIST JOB DESCRIPTION - HIGHLIGHTS:

St. Louis King of France Catholic Church (Austin, TX) is seeking a Principal Organist who will contribute to the liturgy by providing professional level organ music for Masses and other services, in collaboration with the Pastor and Director of Sacred Music as part of the overall music program at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School. This position reports directly to the Director of Sacred Music and operates with some latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.  This is a full time position with benefits.

The Principal Organist is tasked with cultivating, preparing, and presenting high quality works of the great organ master composers from the Canon, as well as fostering works by new composers, which support the Catholic liturgy and worship environment. The organist should also have a wide range of musical repertoire, historical styles, and performance practice in their training and knowledge. Ample practice time will be preserved for the organist for study and preparation. 

The Principal Organist will assist the Director of Music in maintaining the overall organization of the Music Ministry, and two central responsibilities include assistance with management and development of the St. Louis King's Music concert series, as well as the short and long term care and expansion of the three organs in the Chapel and the Nave.

Follow this link to the Diocese of Austin website for a detailed job description and an online application:

https://austindioceseparishes.isolvedhire.com/jobs/325535-126896.html

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ABOUT THE THREE ORGANS AT ST. LOUIS:

St. Louis Catholic Church is fortunate to feature three organs in its worship spaces:  Chancel Organ, Gallery Organ, and Chapel Organ.  Masses and other services will utilize all three organs throughout the year.

Follow this link for more information about the organs on campus:

https://www.st-louis.org/pipe-organs

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ABOUT THE ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY:

King's Choir (traditional high church music, e.g. Byrd, Tallis, larger organ-choral anthems)

Cecilia Singers (contemporary music group with piano)

Coro Emmanuel (Spanish music ensemble)

Coro Nueva Alianza (Spanish Music Ensemble)

Ambrose Hand Bell Choir

Cantors for Vigil Mass

Children's Choir

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ABOUT ST. LOUIS KING OF FRANCE CATHOLIC CHURCH:

Founded in 1952, St. Louis Catholic Church has been both a part of the vibrant history of the city of Austin, and at the same time is a reflection of its rapidly expansive growth, with approximately 5,250 families currently on its roster.  With its Pastor, two Parochial Vicars and 15 office staff members, St. Louis serves both English and Spanish-speaking communities.  The campus of the church includes the church itself (Main Nave and Chapel), two school buildings and a gym, a parish activity center, and several smaller buildings (including the original church building from its founding) which serve various educational, child care, and social ministries.  

Follow this link to the St. Louis Catholic Church website for more information:

https://www.st-louis.org

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ABOUT ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER:

St. Louis Catholic Church is also the site of a K-8 Catholic school (https://www.slcsaustin.org) and a Pre-K Early Childhood Development Center (https://www.st-louis.org/about-ecdc), which incorporates Montessori and several other teaching philosophies in its formation of our youngest church community members. 

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Trainings:

• A Bachelor's degree in music from an accredited American university or equivalent in a foreign country.

Experience:

• Five (5) years' experience as a church organist.  

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Follow this link to the Diocese of Austin website for a detailed job description and an online application:

https://austindioceseparishes.isolvedhire.com/jobs/325535-126896.html

Interested candidates should be prepared to submit a cover letter with resume (or CV upon request), three references, and links/recordings of past performances.