Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  01.16.2025

Hourly Wage:  $15.00

Hours Per Week:  12

Status:  Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions:  1

Position:   Food Pantry Helper

 

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 of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:      Food Pantry Helper

To apply in person go to 345 Columbus SE, Albany OR 97321.  Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Jessica Bustamante at jessica.bustamante@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (541) 928-4774. Ms. Bustamante is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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PURPOSE:

The role of the Food Pantry Assistant is to assist in the distribution of food items to clients through the Food Pantry.

Hours: Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Minimum Qualifications:

Have a high school diploma, or GED Maintain a current Driver’s License Pass a criminal history background check Flexible schedule Lift 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive Cargo Van to pick up food donations when needed. Must be able to use pallet jack and load full pallets into truck and unload items using hand truck. Restocking shelves, organizing items for clients to take as needed Shopping with clients in food pantry Maintain an organized, clean waiting area and food pantry Working with staff and volunteers alike to serve the clients Assist with Christmas/seasonal help: intake, distribution, clean up Refer clients to other resources when appropriate Be available for special events and to assume additional responsibilities as needed

Physical Requirements:

This position requires employee to lift, move or carry materials up to 50 pounds and be able to regularly walk, stand, bend, stoop and reach above shoulder height for extended periods. 

Must be able to comprehend assignments and/or ask for additional information or clarification until the assignment is understood.  The mental aptitude to organize projects, set priorities, calculate, catalogue, inspect, analyze plans, comprehend, and cooperate with others, & etc., is necessary.

The employee will work on many projects at once with interruptions from and noise from walk-in traffic, ringing telephones, and printers.  The position meets multiple, constant, rigid deadlines, and competing/changing priorities. There will be contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated.

Working Conditions:  

Authorization of a criminal history information check is required.  Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment.  The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Authorization of a motor vehicle records check is required.  In order to drive a vehicle in discharge of this job’s duties, an acceptable motor vehicle operating history is required.

MISCELLANEOUS:

The Salvation Army does have a dress code.  This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

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 is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.