Christmas Kettle Bell Ringer

DEPARTMENT: Administration

UNIT: Tacoma Corps Administration

POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Christmas Bell Ringer

REPORTS TO: Kettle Coordinator/Business Operations Manager

STATUS: Seasonal, Full Time (Mondays - Saturdays, Hours are NOT guaranteed)

LOCATION: Varies - North Tacoma, South Tacoma, Lakewood, Gig Harbor

DATES: November 29, 2024 - December 24, 2024 WAGE: $16.28/Hour

GENERAL STATEMENT:
The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual regeneration of all people. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
Christmas Bell Ringers are important to The Salvation Army and a culturally iconic part of the Christmas Tradition. They provide nostalgia, Christmas Cheer, and are responsible for an important source of revenue that allows The Salvation Army Tacoma Corps to carry on the part of its mission concerned with providing for the needy of our community without discrimination.

General Duties and Responsibilities:
* Stand outside an assigned store and ring the bell for charitable donations for up to 8 hours.
* Be a friendly and a positive face for The Salvation Army Tacoma Corps.
* Within reason and without causing harm to self or others, guard the Red Kettle; do not walk or turn away from kettle stand.
* Interact with and greet store patrons.
* Provide a sense of fun and holiday cheer.
* Dress appropriately for weather conditions.
* Relieve previous staff/volunteer in a timely manner (not making coworkers wait to leave).
* Follow all policies and mandates of The Salvation Army and partnering business.
* Take a 30-minute non-paid meal break for every 5 hours of work.
* Communicate with the Kettle Coordinator 24 hours before missing a shift whenever reasonably possible.
* May need to stay up to 30 minutes after scheduled end of shift to meet Christmas Driver.
* Must not leave early without first contacting Kettle Coordinator for instructions.
* Must be able to provide your own transportation to and from your assigned kettle location
* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
* Be able to clear a Washington State Background Check
* Complete Bell Ringer Training (by invitation only)
* Must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Requirements:
* Must be able to stand or sit (if medically necessary) on concrete for up to 8 hours at a time
* Must be able to easily withstand cold or freezing temperatures with proper clothing for up to 8 hours at a time
* Must be able to lift 5-10 pounds

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.

Mission Statement
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.

A critical part of employment in this organization is the modeling of Christian principals while on duty. As a representative of this organization it is imperative that you present yourself to be professional and of high moral standard.