Criteria for Northwest Workforce Council Positions

Before we go any further, I want you to know that this is a federally funded employment program that has specific criteria that must be met. Please let us know which of the criteria you meet.

All individuals hired for these temporary short-term positions MUST meet the following criteria:
a. US citizen or otherwise legally entitled to work in the US
b. If you are male and born on or after 01/01/1960 must have registered for Selective Service (unless an exception is been granted)

In addition to the above, one of the following criteria MUST ALSO be met:
a. temporarily or permanently laid off as a consequence of the COVID-19 disaster; or
b. is a dislocated worker, unemployed as a result of a general lay-off (not fired) and is eligible for or has exhausted entitlement to unemployment compensation (or if not eligible for unemployment compensation, can show attachment to the workforce); or
c. a long-term unemployed worker (27 weeks or more); or
d. a self-employed individual who became unemployed or significantly underemployed as a result of the disaster or emergency.

GENERAL – The negative economic impact of COVID-19 has led to a massive increase in demand for food and hygiene items. To help meet this need The Salvation Army Bellingham ramped up our services to operate an Emergency Food Bank. Since April demand for our services has been 450% higher than pre-pandemic. The Emergency Food Bank Aide will increase our capacity to serve by allowing us to stock more food and hygiene donations, packing of food boxes, the movement of stock and the operation of the drive-through Emergency Food Bank. This position will allow us to serve more clients and strengthen our ability to feed hungry families.

The Salvation Army Bellingham Corps works in conjunction with the Whatcom Unified Command through its Food Security Taskforce.

WORK SCHEDULE – 30 hrs/week,

Monday and Wednesday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Tuesday and Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm (with 30 minute unpaid meal break)

Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Responsible unloading food donations. Stocking and storing the food properly. Preparing boxes for distribution. Setting up, operating and breaking down Emergency Food Bank.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep the foodbank & containers clean, neat and organized.
• Apply best practice measures in maintenance of food storage.
• Apply the first-in, first-out method of inventory.
• Monitor food bank inventory on a daily basis.
• Ensure that stock is dated and that food is properly cooled.
• Prepare food boxes/bags
• Set up drive-through food bank: set up canopy tents, tables, coolers, food boxes and bags
• Distribute food boxes/bags adhering to the established guidelines
• Break down drive-through food bank: tear down canopy & tables etc., put away perishable food and coolers
• Assist with seasonal programs and special events
• Perform other duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Detail oriented and attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Team player
• Effective time management with good organizational skills
• Strong use of the English language in verbal communication
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure
• Must exercise patience and be personable at all times
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential
• Ability and willingness to record hours worked by clocking arrival, departure, and meal times on time clock
• Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s license and ability to pass TSA MVR check and in-house driving test
• Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check
• Must abide by all policies and procedures as set forth in The Salvation Army Handbook.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as boxes, tables, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on a hard surface
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment and remain productive during a variety of weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs. repetitively
• Ability to understand written information
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

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

DRESS CODE – Dress appropriately for the weather, in clean clothing suitable for manual labor. Closed toe shoes only.

EQUIPMENT PROVIDED – Safety Support Belt

APPLICABLE SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR THE WORKPLACE – Must wear safety support belt while loading and unloading food items and donations; Follow all COVID health and safety policies

Equal Employment Opportunity

Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans