Event Support Staff

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.

Job Summary / Primary Purpose : Provide a wide variety of support functions to assist with hosting Events functions at Western Plains Camp.

Duties are wide ranging and may include food and drink preparation, set-up, effective and efficient delivery of services during events, and clean up and finalization of events as directed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provides on-site support for events, ensuring proper execution in set-up and clean-up.
• Aids in food preparation and serving as needed.
• Sets up chairs, tables, decorations, or other equipment.
• Maintains all equipment and facilities in an organized, clean, and safe environment.
• Fosters a positive working relationship with all outside agencies, and vendors.
• Works in a team environment and assists in a variety of areas.
• Follows and ensures adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Interacts professionally in all contact, as required, with the public, business community, and Salvation Army Officers and staff.
• Works flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities : None.

Education and / or Experience : Guest services or similar experience is preferred.

Qualifications : The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and / or ability required for this position.

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Basic computer knowledge needed to access time clock and personal information via a web-based system.

Other Qualifications : Must pass all applicable background checks.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training as established by The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision. Excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment.

Must be able to move, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to walk frequently, including stairs.

Working Conditions : Must be able to work in a variety of environments including but not limited to darkened rooms, around crowds, loud noises, and small spaces.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.