Substitute Receptionist

Birmingham, AL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.50 - $20.50

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and faith-based work environment

community engagement

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Shades Mountain Baptist Church is a vibrant faith community dedicated to worship, disciplemaking, prayer, and service. Located in a welcoming environment, this church emphasizes spiritual growth and a commitment to living out the gospel through various ministries and outreach efforts. Known for fostering a strong sense of community, Shades Mountain Baptist Church offers its members opportunities to serve joyfully, take new ground through evangelism, and grow together in faith. The church operates with core values such as humility, generosity, courage, evaluation, trust, and integrity. The congregation and leadership prioritize a mission of leveraging who they are and what they have been given to impact their community and beyond with the message of Jesus Christ.

This part-time hourly position is designed for individuals available during office hours Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, serving as a substitute Receptionist. Reporting directly to the Executive Assistant to the Executive Pastor, the substitute Receptionist acts as a crucial frontline representative for the church, providing professional and welcoming support to all visitors, members, and callers. This role requires a clear understanding of church ministries, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle various requests with discretion and professionalism. The position calls for someone exhibiting a growing and mature relationship with Jesus Christ, who is self-aware, humble, and teachable. The Receptionist maintains up-to-date knowledge of church activities and ministries to effectively support and direct congregational inquiries. Being a member of Shades Mountain Baptist Church or the willingness to become one is a fundamental aspect of this role, underscoring the importance of alignment with the church’s mission and values. Overall, this role is critical in facilitating smooth and welcoming communication channels between the church and its community, thereby advancing the church’s mission wherever God takes them.

Job Requirements

Available to work part-time during office hours Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Ability to manage multiple phone lines and communicate clearly
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive church information
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Familiarity with church structure and ministries preferred
Willingness to uphold and represent the church’s values consistently
Reliable and punctual

Job Qualifications

Exhibit a growing and mature relationship with Jesus Christ
Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and personal initiative
Self-aware, humble, and teachable
Ability to communicate in a professional manner
Understand and adhere to confidentiality of the position
Maintain a knowledge of church ministries and services to effectively direct inquiries and support congregational needs
A member of Shades Mountain Baptist Church or willing and able to become a member

Job Duties

Greet and welcome visitors, members, and guests in a friendly and courteous manner
Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and respond to general inquiries
Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
Handle diverse phone and in-person requests, providing accurate information and ensuring timely follow-up
Perform other related duties that may benefit the church as directed by the Network and Systems Administrator or Executive leadership