Job Information
The Salvation Army Kettle Route Driver in Vancouver, Washington
Description
POSITION TITLE: Kettle Route Driver
REPORTS TO: Kettle Coordinator
STATUS: Temporary/Seasonal, Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS: Monday through Saturday – some split shifts up to 40 hours a week
Approximate dates: November 20th through December 24thGeneral Statement
The Salvation Army is a branch of the universal Christian Church with the goal of spiritual regeneration for all people.
Scope of Position
Christmas Bell Ringers are an essential part of the Salvation Army Christmas tradition. They provide nostalgia, Christmas Cheer, and a source of revenue that allows it to do ministry throughout the year.
Functions of the Position
Make sure kettle stands, and collection buckets are placed at designated stores. Make sure each scheduled site is “manned” appropriately with the “right” person. Monitor each site to ensure the Bell Ringer is following best practices, Army policies, store directives, and effective time use.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide oversight of Bell Ringers and their work at store sites
Distribute and retrieve kettle-related equipment and supplies
Give feedback to the kettle coordinator and/or officer regarding the Bell Ringer activity
Coach Bell Ringers to follow best practices to achieve optimum results
Observe Bell Ringers quietly from a distance to determine how they perform when “unsupervised”
Pick up the bucket at the end of the Bell Ringer shift and return it to corps for counting as the designated time
Track kettle equipment
Maintain kettle supplies in order and ready for the next shift
Help with other Christmas-related jobs such as food and toy pickups
Other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications
Must be able to pass The Salvation Army's in-house driving test and MVR check.
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and insurance.
Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision
Ability to interact with the public in a courteous and respectful way
Ability to abide by required dress code
Ability to stand in one area for an extended period
Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability)
Be 21 years of age or older
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as boxes of food or other objects and reach overhead
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to work in a wide variety of weather conditions
Ability to lift 30 – 50 pounds
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the job with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy reasonable requests.
The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. Exemptions from any such requirements may be considered for religious or medical reasons.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
