Bellringer

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Keokuk, IA

6h • $10 • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking individuals to represent the organization by ringing bells at assigned kettle locations to raise funds for services provided to individuals and families. This is a temporary position from November 14th to December 24th, with a pay rate of $10.00 per hour. The Salvation Army's mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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 be able to stand for long periods of time and/or entire shift.
• Work in all weather conditions (rain, sleet, snow, cold).
• Never take the kettle off the stand.
• Bell Ringers are not allowed to handle cash or coins.
• Must not leave kettle unattended unless on break.
• Must not possess or use tobacco, gum, alcohol, weapons or illegal drugs.
• Must not eat or be on cell phone or text while on duty.
• Must not be distracted (conversations with friends, shopping, etc.).
• Must not use profanity or become argumentative with the public.
• Must not take money for personal use.
• Must not fail to follow all procedures and policies.
• 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.

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. A 30-minute break will be allowed for shifts of 6 or more 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,” “Merry Christmas,” or other appropriate greeting.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED