Christmas Assistant - The Salvation Army USA Central Territory : Job Details

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Summary/Primary Purpose: The Kettle Assistant position exists to further mission of the Salvation Army by supporting bell ringing and other logistical needs related to our annual Christmas campaign.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the transportation of kettles and bell ringers to assigned locations.
• In association with corps officers, ensure that any kettle issues are addressed.
• Help with the sorting of kettle funds.
• Help assist in Thanksgiving and Christmas Distribution.
• Help put away donations of food, clothes, toys, etc. and record them for in house donation.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
• Maintain compliance in The Salvation Army's Safe from Harm Certification.
• Perform other related and special duties as needed and assigned by supervisor.
• Driving is an essential role of this position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Significant Customer service-based experiences will be considered in lieu of.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business. Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: none

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting and carrying objects (up to 50 lbs.)

Working Conditions: The work environment is a business office setting with office equipment, light traffic and moderate noise levels. Work may be performed indoors and outdoors to meet the needs of the role.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.