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Aiken, SC · On-site

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Infographic showing various Seasonal Christmas job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,240 per year, or $16 per hour.

Seasonal Christmas Assistant

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Harrisburg, PA • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

591st of 773 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview
Position: Seasonal Christmas Assistant
Department: Harrisburg - Programs & Services
Availability of Position: October 2026
Schedule: 40 hours/week / Non-Exempt / Seasonal
Reporting Relationship: Programs & Services Chief Administrator
Salary and Grade: $18.00 per hour / 74
The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:
  • Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
  • Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
  • Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
  • Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Eligibility for the Federal Government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Most importantly - a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities
Position Overview: Coordinate and support the planning, administration, and delivery of seasonal assistance programs by overseeing client services, volunteer engagement, application processing, donation management, inventory control, and distribution activities. Ensure accurate recordkeeping, effective communication with clients, volunteers, donors, sponsors, and community partners, and the efficient execution of program operations to provide meaningful assistance to families while supporting program accountability and community impact. This position is full-time, non-exempt and temporary.
Description of Position: The Seasonal Christmas Assistnat supports The Salvation Army's mission by coordinating the day-to-day operations of seasonal assistance programs, with a primary focus on the Christmas Assistance Program and Angel Tree. This position serves people, assists in the supervision of volunteers, manages application and donation processes, maintains accurate program records, coordinates distribution activities, and supports program reporting. The role also provides operational support for all Christmas initiatives, ensuring that all services are delivered efficiently, compassionately, and in a manner that reflects the mission and values of The Salvation Army.
As a representative of The Salvation Army, the successful candidate is expected to support and uphold the mission and values of the organization, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, compassion, and respect while serving the community. This position contributes to The Salvation Army's holistic mission of meeting human needs in the name of Jesus Christ without discrimination.
The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.
Qualifications
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or minimum 2 years of experience in human services or related field
  • Confidentiality in all areas,
  • Reliable transportation
  • Detail oriented, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Should be self-motivated and exhibit strong initiative
  • Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Computer skills required, specifically knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Excel
  • Must be able to multi-task with ease and confidence
  • Should have empathy and a desire to give excellent customer service to all, especially volunteers and clients requesting assistance
  • Spanish as a second language preferred, but not required
  • Valid Driver's License and able to obtain insurance clearances as determined by The Salvation Army's insurance company
  • Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
  • Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.
External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org.
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.
No phone calls please.
Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 8/11/26.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Salvation Army will not hire any applicant for employment if the criminal background check reveals a conviction (or a guilty plea or plea of nolo contendre) for any sexual or violent crime. This policy is intended to help ensure safety in Salvation Army workplaces.
The Salvation Army's 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
Requisition No. 2657

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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.

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Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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