Christmas Kettle Worker in Fairbanks, AK

The Salvation Army Southern California • Fairbanks, AK

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Kettle Workers support The Salvation Army’s Christmas fundraising efforts by ringing bells at assigned locations and interacting with the public. They are a first point of contact for the campaign and are expected to provide courteous, friendly service while bringing Christmas cheer. Workers may be responsible for watching the Red Kettle within reason, dressing appropriately for the weather, and arriving promptly to relieve the previous worker or volunteer. The position is temporary and non-exempt, and reports to the Corps Officer.

Workers must complete Kettle Worker training and the required online Protect the Mission course, and pass the background checks required for employment. They must follow The Salvation Army’s policies and procedures and the requirements of the partnering business. The role involves communicating face-to-face with diverse individuals and understanding, following, and giving written and oral instructions.

The Salvation Army describes itself as an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Employees acknowledge the organization’s religious purpose and agree that their work-related conduct will not conflict with or undermine its religious mission. The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

• Be able to clear an Alaska State background check and pass background checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.
• Complete Kettle Worker training and the online Protect the Mission course.
• Be at least 17 years old.
• Be able to stand or sit, if medically necessary, on concrete for up to 8 hours.
• Be able to withstand cold or freezing temperatures for up to 8 hours with proper clothing.
• Be courteous and respectful toward store patrons, staff, volunteers, and other visitors.
• Provide a sense of fun, enthusiasm, and Christmas or holiday cheer.
• Follow policies and procedures in The Salvation Army AK Handbook.
• Understand, follow, and give written and oral instructions, and communicate comfortably face-to-face with diverse individuals.
• Be punctual, organized, self-motivated, flexible, and willing to learn and assist others.
• Be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Be able to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, run, jump, and twist intermittently and sometimes continuously.

Responsibilities

• Stand outside an assigned store and ring the bell to solicit charitable donations.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a friendly and positive manner.
• Within reason, guard the Red Kettle.
• Interact with and greet store patrons.
• Dress appropriately for weather conditions.
• Relieve the previous volunteer or Kettle Worker in a timely manner.
• Follow The Salvation Army’s policies and mandates and those of the partnering business.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed