Bookstore Lead

The Crossing; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Crossing in Chesterfield is seeking a part-time Bookstore Lead to manage volunteers and foster a welcoming bookstore environment. This role involves coordinating with staff and supporting the spiritual growth of the community through available resources. Ideal candidates will be passionate about their faith, possess strong leadership skills, and be reliable team players. Being part of The Crossing's community and values is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Passionate about their relationship with God.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookstore volunteers and create a welcoming environment.
• Recruit, train, and lead volunteers effectively.
• Coordinate with campus staff and assist with resources.

Skills

Hospitality

Leadership

Shepherding

Wisdom

Job description

Our church is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Bookstore Lead is a part-time position that will manage bookstore volunteers performing the duties with the intention of creating a safe and inviting environment for attendees to deepen their relationship with Jesus. This position will also work alongside Chesterfield campus staff and pastoral team to facilitate and shepherd the spiritual growth of our church community through resources available in the bookstore.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Create a safe and welcoming environment for all guests in the bookstore by having volunteer team that are hospitable, familiar and knowledgeable about bookstore resources
• Recruiting, training, leading and shepherding volunteers, including scheduling, cultivating a volunteer environment where volunteers feel equipped, empowered, connected and celebrated
• Coordinate with campus staff and inventory specialist when a pop-up bookstore is necessary for Explorations
• Coordinate with Spiritual Oversight Team if additional resources are requested by pastoral team, teachers or ministries at The Crossing
• Attend monthly Staff meetings/chapels at the Chesterfield Campus
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

Spiritual Gifts Helpful for This Position

• Hospitality
• Leadership
• Shepherding
• Wisdom

Character Traits Needed for This Position

• Passionate about their relationship with God
• Passionate about the spiritual growth of self and others
• Passionate about The Crossing
• Team Player
• Trustworthy, reliable, teachable, humble, flexible
• Self-motivated
• Ability to keep information confidential

Necessary Skills and Attributes

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and clients
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload
• Solid memory for details and new information
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Computer Skills

Must Haves for All Staff at The Crossing

• Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
• Passionate about their relationship with God
• Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
• Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
• Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
• Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!