Switchboard Operator Jobs in Birmingham, AL

A Switchboard Operator plays a vital role in facilitating effective communication within an organization. They are chiefly responsible for handling incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or individuals. Their tasks may also extend to maintaining phone system performance, recording and relaying messages, and sometimes performing administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.

Switchboard Operators should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they often serve as the first point of contact for clients or visitors. They should also have good organizational abilities and be familiar with computer and telephone systems. A high school diploma or its equivalent is typically required, but a certification in office administration or a related field may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Switchboard Operator, one could hold roles such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant which would provide relevant experience in handling calls and performing administrative tasks.

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Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Hoover, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hoover, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and...

Bilingual Front Office Receptionist

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 9 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Christ Health Center is seeking a Front Office Receptionist who will embrace our mission and bring life to the patients and the communities we serve. The Front...

Front Office Receptionist

  • Center Point, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Center Point, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 19 hours ago

Description Christ Health Center is seeking a Front Office Receptionist who will embrace our mission and bring life to the patients and the communities we serve. The Front Office Receptionist...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Customer Service Associate

  • Fultondale, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fultondale, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Lead Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Consultant is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store's business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping, and consistently delivers a positive customer...

Office Administrative Assistant

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over...

Veterinary Receptionist

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Britt Animal Hospital is located in Birmingham, Alabama and was established in 1976. We are a full-service small animal hospital treating everything from emergency cases to wellness visits,...

Medical Office Receptionist

  • Adamsville, AL (12 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Adamsville, AL (12 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Location: 3915 Veterans Memorial Dr Suite 106, Adamsville, AL 35005 Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Pay Range: $16.50-19.60 per hour, dependent on experience * It is not typical for individuals to...

Receptionist

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Receptionist Birmingham, AL 35210, AL 35210 Posted: 08/15/2025 Job Number: 49803519 JOB DESCRIPTION Receptionist $720+ WEEKLY Join Darrell Walker A SAVARD Company- where your skills are valued!...

Front Desk Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Front Desk Associate Job Details Job Location Inverness (280) - Birmingham, AL Position Type Part Time Education Level Not Specified Salary Range $10.00 - $10.00 Hourly Travel Percentage...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 5 days ago

We're seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist customers with...

Part Time Flexible Customer Service Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago

The Part Time Flexible Customer Service Associate consults with customers on their rental. Maximizing revenue opportunities by actively offering products and services and overcoming customer...

Customer Service Associate

  • Hoover, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Center Receptionist

  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Smile, Youve Found Us! Are you passionate about caregiving? Would you like to work with the best team in the world? If so, Diversicare invites you to apply. We build on trust, respect,...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Switchboard Operators in Birmingham, AL
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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