Job Description
Job Description
Christmas Seasonal
The Salvation Army 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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
BASIC PURPOSE
The Seasonal Assistant will assist with all seasonal programs and activities including, but not limited to, the Annual Kettle Campaign, Seasonal Toy and Food Drives, distributions, volunteer recruitment and management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Secure and manage all kettle locations to ensure completion of all agreements and documentation per Salvation Army policy.
- Ensure kettle equipment is in good working order including delivery and pick up of all necessary equipment per Salvation Army policy.
- Recruit and train volunteer kettle workers as instructed and ensure the completion of any and all necessary documentation per Salvation Army policy.
- Assist with the management, supervision and scheduling of kettle workers, including reminding and confirming kettle workers are at their assigned location for their scheduled days and times.
- Fill in for kettle workers who do not report for duty or need to adjust their schedule whenever possible.
- Assist in the counting and depositing of kettle funds as per Salvation Army policy.
- Ensure the best condition of all kettle equipment and adequate supply for the duration of the kettle season.
- Assist with the delivery and pick up of all kettle equipment daily.
- Assist with the end of season inventory and storage of all kettle equipment.
- Assist with the collection and submission of volunteer hours for all kettle workers as needed.
- Assist with all necessary paperwork and reports as requested by supervisor.
- Assist with all aspects of the annual food and toy collection as needed.
- Assist with all aspects of food and toy distribution as needed.
- Assist with office tasks as needed.
- Other duties as may be assigned by the Service Center Coordinator, the Field Representative or Service Extension Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
High School DiplomaAbility to speak and write the English language at a high and professional levelHigh degree of confidentialityComputer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Publisher, Access and Lotus Notes preferredExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Excellent and professional telephone etiquetteExcellent organizational skillsStrong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasksExcellent attention to detail and ability to track and present very accurate informationAbility to work independently and with minimal supervisionAbility to maintain good rapport and communication with other staff members, service unit and center personnel, vendors and the public.Ability to professionally and accurately operate under stressful working conditions in a rapidly changing work environment with multiple prioritiesKnowledge of The Salvation Army and its organizational structure preferredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possess and maintain a current, valid California Class C Drivers LicenseComplete and maintain necessary requirements to drive a Salvation Army vehicle per policy.Must be 21 years of age or olderPossess and maintain current personal vehicle registrationPossess and maintain current personal vehicle insuranceComplete and pass The Salvation army vehicle course training within 30 days of employmentComplete and pass Protecting the Mission training within 30 days of employmentComplete and pass Salvation Army harassment training within 30 days of employmentMust be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basisAbility to grasp, push, and / or pull objectsAbility to reach overheadAbility to operate telephoneAbility to lift up to 25 lbs. for administrative positionsAbility to operate a computerAbility to process written, visual, and / or verbal informationAbility to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.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 would not result in undue hardship.