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Description DEPARTMENT: Social Services POSITION TITLE: Food Pantry/Hygiene Center Assistant STATUS: Regular/Part Time Non-exempt COMPENSATION: $17.00- 19.00 per hour We have two part-time vacancies for this role: Part-time 26 hrs per week: $19.00 Part-time 16hrs per week: $17.00 GENERAL STATEMENT: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church. The ultimate goal of all programs is the spiritual regeneration of all people. The Salvation Army is an equal-opportunity employer. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: + HS Graduate or equivalent + Minimum of 2 years of experience in one or more of the following fields: Customer Service, general assistance in Social Services directed to at-risk populations + Demonstrated Forklift experience + Volunteer Service Management + Valid Wa. State Driver's License preferred, pass TSA in-house driving training + Successfully pass a background check and complete Protect the Mission Training KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:u2022 Forklift certified and or willing to be trainedu2022 Detail-oriented and attention to detailu2022 Self-starteru2022Team playeru2022 Strong use of the English language in verbal and written communication (Spelling - 90% Grammar u2013 85%)u2022 Excellent telephone skillsu2022 Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressureu2022 Customer service mindsetu2022 Ability and willingness to keep information confidential SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:u2022 Microsoft Word and Excelu2022 Outlook, helpfulu2022 Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training. SCOPE OF POSITION:Provide operational support to the Program Coordinator and participate in service programs as directed, ensuring the needs of the department are met. Under the oversight of the Program Coordinator, participate in all operations of the Food Pantry, including receiving, stocking, and displaying all foods. This position will periodically require on-site reception duties, including database entry and maintenance. Occasional local driving may be required. DUTIES:u2022 On-Site reception, information, and referral, database entry, and maintenance. u2022 Maintain the client waiting areau2022 Receive and store food supplies and deliveriesu2022 Forklift operations as appropriateu2022 Stock shelves for self-select food serviceu2022 Maintain supply inventory u2022 Serve as back-up for Receptionist data entry into Well Skyu2022 Perform other administrative functions as requestedu2022 Assist with Holiday meals, Back to School program, and other events as assigned.u2022 Assist as needed and or directed for any other service operations PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:u2022 Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basisu2022 Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overheadu2022 Ability to operatea telephoneu2022 Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computeru2022 Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.u2022 Ability to access and produce information from a computeru2022 Ability to understand written information QUALIFICATIONS: + Must possess a valid Washington State driveru2019s license. + Must pass The Salvation Armyu2018s in-house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check. + Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds. + Must pass a criminal background check. + Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability) 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 meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result. Benefits: A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurances. Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums ($34.62) for employee only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside of a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance offered starting at $2.31 bi-weekly cost. Employees are covered by an employer paid life insurance policy. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available. Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at 5 years eligible service time, employee funded voluntary 403(b) options Parental Leave: Benefit will be one week (5 business days) of paid leave at the employeeu2019s normal rate of pay for births, adoptions and foster placements. Sick Leave: 12 days annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after 3 monthsu2019 service time. Paid Vacation: 2 weeks annually accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions. 4 weeks annually accruing from day one, for exempt positions. Accrued vacation is eligible for use after 6 monthsu2019 service time. Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year. 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. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.