Ring the Bell with The Salvation Army!
2025 Red Kettle Worker
Every holiday season, the sound of the Red Kettle Bell fills the air with cheer—and YOU can be part of it! The Salvation Army is now hiring Bell Ringers for the 2025 Christmas season.
Whether you’re looking for part-time holiday hours or a full-time seasonal job, this is your chance to spread joy, earn extra income, and make a difference in your community.
Pay & Perks
$12 per hour
Weekly pay through Direct Deposit (must have a bank account)
Flexible scheduling—part-time or full-time available!
Work that warms hearts while keeping the Christmas spirit alive
We’ll meet you directly at your assigned kettle location—no need to report to the office first!
Part-Time Shifts
Thursdays & Fridays: 10:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Perfect for students, retirees, or anyone who wants to earn extra holiday cash!
Full-Time Shifts
Monday – Saturday (with 2 days off—excluding Thurs, Fri, or Sat)
Hours vary between morning and evening shifts
Runs from November 6 – December 24
Christmas Eve is a half-day so everyone can enjoy the holiday
Why Ring the Bell?
When you join The Salvation Army as a Bell Ringer, you’re doing more than just earning a paycheck—you’re helping provide food, shelter, and hope for families in need right here in our community. Your smile, your energy, and your ringing bell will help make Christmas brighter for countless families this season.
Ready to Join the Fun?
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We’ll see you at the kettle—let’s make this Christmas season one to remember, together!
Job Description as a Bell Ringer
BASIC PURPOSE
The purpose of this position is to greet the public at the red kettle and collect donations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Stand at the Red Kettle to receive donations.
- Greet and thank the public as they donate.
- Be responsible for the kettle donation money at all times, including securing the money during breaks and meal periods.
- Provide written documentation of hours worked to supervisor as requested.
- Follow instructions regarding times and locations of work.
- Report all instances and concerns to their immediate supervisor immediately.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a pleasant personality and the ability to communicate well with the public.
- Must present an appropriate appearance (i.e., clothing should be neat, clean and pressed, not loose-fitting or sloppy, and in good condition; shoes must be clean and in good condition). Due to cold weather, you will want to dress warmly. The red windbreaker must be worn at all times along with an identification badge.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- The employee must be able to stand for up to 2 hours at a time. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
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)