Organist at Archdiocese of Philadelphia

St. Maximilian Kolbe Church 15 East Pleasant Grove West Chester PA 19382 November 2025 Title: Organist Department/Office: Music Supervisor: Music Director Pastor Positions Supervised: None Status: Part time non-exempt Organist Job Description / Responsibilities To enhance the worship experience of St. Max Parish by: Providing organ and piano accompaniment for Choirs and Cantors Contribute to fostering the art of musical liturgy Demonstrate proficiency in the following key areas: Organ and piano accompaniment in both traditional and contemporary styles Knowledge of Roman Catholic Liturgy Provide accompaniment for: Weekend Masses as scheduled (4:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday) Choir rehearsals as scheduled Holy Days of Obligation Seasonal liturgies during Advent Christmas Lent Easter Parish and School Penance services Secular holidays as scheduled Any other parish services as needed Ability to work in partnership with Director of Music and parish leadership/staff Assist in maintaining musical instruments and resources Availability for Weddings and Funerals Coordinate with cantor contact other instrumentalists if needed. *Compensation for these services is from the families; the accompanist is contracted with them Provide prelude and postlude music as needed/requested Prepare weekly music for other accompanists in binder Pull hymn numbers for board and set up in advance of Vigil Mass Rehearse with Cantors prior to Mass or at a separate rehearsal during week as needed. Send resume to: Susan Barbella Business Manager Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1