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Payroll Administrator

New York, NY

$26.75 - $36/hr

Live music and community engagement are vital components of the Dance Group. It has toured with its own musicians, the MMDG Music Ensemble, since 1996, and regularly collaborates with orchestras and ...

Payroll Administrator

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$26.75 - $36/hr

Live music and community engagement are vital components of the Dance Group. It has toured with its own musicians, the MMDG Music Ensemble, since 1996, and regularly collaborates with orchestras and ...

Music Teacher

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$54.16K - $64.39K/yr

Education Through Music is a non-profit organization that partners with New York City Public ... Benefits include : * 12-month (year-round) payroll * Paid time off- Sick days, personal days ...

Music Teacher

Manhattan, NY

$54.16K - $64.39K/yr

Education Through Music is a non-profit organization that partners with New York City Public ... Benefits include : * 12-month (year-round) payroll * Paid time off- Sick days, personal days ...

Payroll Specialist (Contractor)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$23 - $31.25/hr

We have the largest independent touring music festival in North America, spanning 13 cities over 9 ... The Payroll Specialist will work cross-functionally with People Operations to maintain payroll ...

These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs ... THE JOB US Concerts is seeking is seeking a Schedule/Payroll Administrator who will be responsible ...

Payroll Administrator

Brooklyn, NY

$26.75 - $36/hr

Partner with CFO to maintain a roster of Dance Center teaching artists, musicians, and tech crew ... Review and post biweekly payroll journal entry to the general ledger, ensuring accurate project ...

Music Instructor

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including: * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Free Employee Assistance Program * Instruments/Gear ...

Music Instructor

Magnolia, TX · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including: * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Free Employee Assistance Program * Instruments/Gear ...

Music Instructor

Watertown, MA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including: * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Free Employee Assistance Program * Instruments/Gear ...

Music Instructor - Drums

Tustin, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including: * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Free Employee Assistance Program * Instruments/Gear ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for music payroll in the United States is $89,396.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Music Payroll vs Music Accountant?

AspectMusic PayrollMusic Accountant
CredentialsPayroll certifications, HR knowledgeAccounting certifications (CPA), financial expertise
Work EnvironmentPayroll departments, HR teams, music companiesAccounting firms, music industry finance departments
Employer & Industry UsageMusic labels, production companies, agenciesMusic labels, management companies, independent artists
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Music Payroll focuses on processing payments, managing royalties, and ensuring timely employee compensation within the music industry. In contrast, a Music Accountant handles financial records, budgeting, and tax compliance for music professionals and companies. While both roles require financial knowledge, Music Payroll is more specialized in payroll processing, whereas Music Accountant covers broader financial management tasks.

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Director of Music and Liturgy

Director of Music and Liturgy

Church of the Risen Christ

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Description:

Primary Function

The Director of Music and Liturgy provides leadership in the planning, execution, and celebration of all parish liturgies, with the assistance of the sacristan coordinator, liturgy assistant, liturgical ministers, and volunteers. He/she also provides leadership for the cantors, choirs, ensembles, and accompanists in fostering participation in music by the assembly.


Non Exempt /Full-Time – 30 hours per week minimum


Benefits

  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-term Disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
  • 403B/Employer Match
Requirements:

Responsibilities

General

· Develop formal and informal communication procedures that adequately inform staff and volunteers of special liturgies

· Coordinate with the ministry volunteer for scheduling of liturgical ministers

· Participate in decision-making regarding liturgically specific parish direction and activities.

· Submit musician payroll every four weeks

· Manage the music/liturgy portion of the annual parish budget.

· Ensure proper musical licenses are paid and perform required reporting (CCLI, OneLicense)

Music

· Schedule musicians for all weekend liturgies, special Masses (Confirmation, St. Joseph, etc.) and funerals

· Develop Mass plans for all weekend liturgies, special Masses (Confirmation, St. Joseph, etc.)

· Work with the wedding coordinator to plan music with the engaged couples

· Assure that the parish’s music conforms to church and diocesan directives

· Direct and rehearse choir(s) as needed

· Ensure that the organ, pianos, and all musical instruments are maintained, repaired, and tuned as needed

· Ensure the AV system in the church is functioning

· Maintain the parish music library

Worship

· Work with presiders and liturgical ministers to discern parish worship and prayer needs and to assure quality liturgical celebrations and sacramental services.

· Hire and train sacristans, along with the sacristan coordinator.

· Recruit, train, direct, and supervise all ministry volunteers – Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Ushers, and Altar Servers.

· Work with the sacristan coordinator to make sure there is an adequate supply of wine, hosts, altar candles, devotional candles, candle oil, liturgical linens, charcoal, incense, baptism bibs, baptism candles, holy water bottles, hand sanitizer, water, Kleenex, etc.

· Coordinate cleaning of altar linens with the assistance of the linen coordinator

· Plan the sanctuary environment for the different liturgical seasons and Holy Days.

· Prepare worship aids when needed

· Supervise the changing of missalettes at the beginning of each new liturgical year

· Review and confirm the parish’s annual order of missalettes and other musical subscriptions

Catholic Church and Diocese

· Expand working knowledge and appreciation of Catholic liturgical and musical traditions

· Maintain awareness of current trends in liturgy and music by reading church documents and professional journals

Professional Development

· Keep current with official statements and documents on music and liturgy

· Study various musical and liturgical publications

· Membership in professional organizations and attendance at local, regional, and national conferences and workshops

Hours

The Director of Music and Liturgy will work the appropriate number of hours to make sure that all of the above responsibilities and duties are accomplished. The Director of Music and Liturgy is not expected to be present for all parish liturgies; however, he/she is expected to be at key Masses, such as Christmas, Triduum, Easter, Confirmation, etc.