Christmas Kettle Worker in Kenai, AK

Salvation Army Careers • Kenai, AK

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Kettle Workers support The Salvation Army’s Christmas fundraising efforts by ringing bells at assigned locations and interacting courteously with the public. They are a first point of contact for the fundraising campaign and are expected to provide friendly, high-quality customer service while helping create Christmas cheer. Workers may be asked to guard the Red Kettle within reason, dress appropriately for the weather, and relieve the previous worker or volunteer promptly. The role is temporary and non-exempt, and reports to the Corps Officer.

Employees must complete Kettle Worker training and the required online Protect the Mission course, and pass the required background checks, including an Alaska State background check. The employee acknowledges The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and agrees that work-related conduct must not undermine its religious mission. Reasonable accommodation may be requested for the position’s physical requirements.

Requirements

• Be able to clear an Alaska State background check and pass the background checks required by The Salvation Army.
• Complete Kettle Worker training and the required online course for this area.
• Be at least 17 years old.
• Be able to stand or, if medically necessary, sit on concrete for up to eight hours.
• Be able to withstand cold or freezing temperatures for up to eight hours when wearing proper clothing.
• Be courteous and respectful to store patrons, staff, volunteers, and other visitors.
• Provide a sense of fun, enthusiasm, and Christmas or holiday cheer.
• Follow the 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 people encountered in the role.
• Be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Acknowledge The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and ensure work-related conduct does not conflict with or undermine its religious programs or purposes.

Responsibilities

• Stand outside an assigned store and ring the bell to encourage charitable donations.
• Represent The Salvation Army as a friendly and positive presence.
• 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.
• Complete Kettle Worker training and the required Protect the Mission online course.
• Pass the background checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.

What This Job Offers

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