Director of Music
St. John Neumann Catholic ChurchRole Overview
St. John Neumann Catholic Church is hiring a Director of Music. This is a full-time role in Reston. posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Description
St. John Neumann Catholic Church (SJN) seeks a dynamic and engaging Director of Music to provide, organize, and/or coordinate music for all weekend and Holy Day Masses and other special liturgies at St. John Neumann Catholic Church.
This position reports to the SJN Pastor.
Regular Duties and Responsibilities
-Plan music selections and lead music from the piano/organ for some of the six weekend liturgies.
-Prepare, rehearse, and lead music at Holy Day Masses, funerals, penance services, and other special liturgies/services (monthly Taize Prayer, annual Lessons & Carols, concerts, etc.)
-Rehearse St. John Neumann Chorale (Sunday 9:30) and cantors (various masses).
-Coordinate with accompanists and the directors of the Women's Ensemble, Bell Choir, Contemporary Ensemble, and Hispanic Music Groups.
-Hire and rehearse professional musicians for major holidays and Taize Prayer.
-Supervise sound system operation
-Collaborate with the Coordinator of Liturgy and oversee the Music & Liturgy Assistant on planning SJN liturgies, supervising the scheduling of cantors, choirs and accompanists and maintaining the register for all Convalidation and marriages that occur at SJN.
-Oversee ongoing development of SJN singers and accompanists and recruit new musicians.
-Prepare the music department annual budget.
-Oversee the organization of the music library and volunteers who manage and catalogue the library.
Skills, Experience, and Knowledge Requirements
-Excellent keyboard skills - piano and organ. Must play hymns and service music in a singable manner.
-Five years' experience working in a liturgical music environment.
-Bachelor's degree in music or related field.
-Knowledge of church liturgical music guidelines, especially as outlined by Vatican II. Must be familiar with the General Instruction of the Roman Missal and Sing to the Lord: Music in Divine Worship.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-Knowledge of vocal, choral technique, and choral conducting.
-Familiarity in working with Spanish-speaking ensembles.
Resources at SJN include two baby grand pianos, a Rodgers organ in the church with 9 ranks of Ruffati pipes, and another Rodgers organ in the chapel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Director of Music position at St. John Neumann Catholic Church?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to St. John Neumann Catholic Church. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Director of Music position at St. John Neumann Catholic Church located?
This position is based in Reston. St. John Neumann Catholic Church has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Director of Music at St. John Neumann Catholic Church earn?
St. John Neumann Catholic Church has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Director of Music role at St. John Neumann Catholic Church posted?
This role was posted on June 19, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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