Bell Ringer

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Keokuk, IA

76d•$10•Onsite

About The Position

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: To represent The Salvation Army by ringing bell at assigned kettle location in order to raise needed funds for the services provided to individuals and families.

Requirements

Must be clean, neat and well groomed.
Dressed appropriately for the location and weather.
A smiling, friendly and cheerful attitude.
Prompt and consistent in attendance.
Responsible for items assigned (kettles, equipment, etc) to your care.
Flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
A willingness to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
Must Not: 1. Leave kettle unattended unless on break. 2. Possess or use tobacco, gum, alcohol, weapons or illegal drugs. 3. Eat or be on cell phone or text while on duty. 4. Be distracted (conversations with friends, shopping, etc.). 5. Use profanity or become argumentative with the public. 6. Take money for personal use. 7. Fail to follow all procedures and policies

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Experience working with the public is desired.

Responsibilities

Report to work promptly as scheduled.
Work in all weather conditions (rain, sleet, snow, cold).
Work minimum of 4 hours, maximum of 8 hours per shift and maximum of 40 hours per week.
Stay at assigned kettle, ringing the bell. One 15-minute break will be allowed every 4 hours.
Represent The Salvation Army and its programs.
Responsible for kettle, stand and bell at assigned location.
Call supervisor on duty if Bell Ringer needs to leave shift early for any reason.
Remain at work site until relieved of duties by another Salvation Army staff member.
Represent The Salvation Army by dressing and behaving appropriately.
Wear bell ringing apron while working which identifies me as a Salvation Army bell ringer.
Greet public as they pass the work site.
Be cordial and polite to the public. Smile, make eye contact and greet people with “Thank you,
Remain alert and aware of your surroundings, never taking the kettle off the stand.
All monetary donations must be placed into kettle by the donor themselves. Bell Ringers are not allowed to handle cash or coins.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and/or entire shift.
Follow Corps policies and procedures.