The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
*** Please apply in person at 703 E Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010 Monday- Friday between the hours of 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. and 1:00 P.M.- 3:30 P.M., Please bring acceptable documentation to complete the E- Verify process***
***This is a temporary position from November 7th- December 24th, Pay Rate: $12.00/ Per Hour***
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.
Essential Duties and 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.
Must Not:
- Leave kettle unattended unless on break.
- Possess or use tobacco, gum, alcohol, weapons or illegal drugs.
- Eat or be on cell phone or text while on duty.
- Be distracted (conversations with friends, shopping, etc.).
- Use profanity or become argumentative with the public.
- Take money for personal use.
- Fail to follow all procedures and policies
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or GED preferred but not required. Experience working with the public is desired.
Preferred Qualifications* The Salvation Army, as a church, is exempt from participation in federal and state unemployment insurance programs. Upon termination, employees are not eligible for Unemployment Compensation.
* The Salvation Army work sites are Drug & Alcohol Free Workplaces, and are totally free of the use, possession or working under the influence of the illegal drugs and alcohol.
Skills Required
- Must be able to stand for long periods or an entire shift.
- Must work in rain, sleet, snow, cold, and other weather conditions.
- Must work scheduled shifts of four to eight hours, up to 40 hours per week.
- Must follow Salvation Army policies, procedures, and workplace conduct requirements.
- Must provide acceptable documentation to complete the E-Verify process.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience working with the public.
What We Do
The Salvation Army is a church and charitable organization known for its charity work in over 120 countries, committed to 'Doing the Most Good' through community programs and aged care.
