Front Desk Receptionist (NE)

St. Mary’s Parish is a vibrant Catholic congregation located in Historic Annapolis, Maryland serving over 5,000 families. St. Mary’s Parish includes St. Mary’s Church, St. John Neumann Mission Church, St. Mary’s Elementary School and St. Mary’s High School. The Parish has an opening for a Front Desk Receptionist. 

The Front Desk Receptionist will play a role in welcoming guests at St. Mary’s Parish. This person will provide receptionist services and clerical support for the parish office.  This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position, working 10-15 weekly hours. 

Essential Functions

• Greet parishioners, visitor and guests.


• Welcoming all who contact or visit the Parish Office and provide appropriate assistance, including intake process for baptism, weddings, and funeral.


• Answer, screen and route telephone calls; take messages as necessary.


• Receive, log and distribute mail, documents, packages and courier deliveries.


• Foster a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors


• Knowledge of church services, missions, and outreach opportunities.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office Manager.


• Maintain a tidy reception area and church office.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Basic level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products.


• General knowledge of the Catholic Church, including Sacraments.


• Practicing Catholic preferred.


• Ability to project a courteous, warm and welcoming and empathetic image to the public and to all constituents, whether on the telephone or in person.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor in all situations.


• Must model Christian attitudes and behaviors and adhere to the Archdiocesan Code of Conduct.   

Pay Rate:  $15.00, Hourly

Benefits:

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.