Church Musician for Catholic Masses

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category

Casual Wage

Position Title

Church Musician for Catholic Masses

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Division

Dean of the College

Department

Chaplain's Office

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

40.00 / hour

Department Statement

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

Colgate University is seeking a skilled musician to support Catholic Masses on campus. The Church Musician will prepare and lead music for Sunday evening Masses (8:00 p.m.), rehearse with cantor/choir, and provide accompaniment on piano or, preferably, organ.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

Candidates should have familiarity with Catholic worship

Ability to play organ and/or piano

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2025CW036Posting

Temporary

Yes

Work Schedule

Approximately 3-5 hours per week

Primarily on weekends

9-month position

Job Open Date

08/19/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at .