Christmas Kettle Campaign Coordinator

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking a temporary full-time Christmas Kettle Campaign Coordinator in Lethbridge. You will promote, coordinate and oversee kettle locations, arrange daily pickup/delivery of kettles and ensure donation security, while staffing shifts and managing volunteers.

You will recruit and supervise volunteers, maintain records, schedule and report on the campaign, with travel to kettle sites as needed. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking skills required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior kettle experience or equivalent asset.
• Experience in office administration with MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office setting.
• Support for the mission of The Salvation Army with flexibility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Promote, coordinate and oversee kettle locations in Lethbridge.
• Coordinate schedule for kettle volunteers and coverage; respond to emergencies.
• Recruit, orient and manage kettle volunteers; maintain records.
• Ensure kettle sites have supplies and secure donations.
• Assist in counting kettle income and prepare weekly reports.
• Post-campaign report and close-out documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Driver’s License

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Position Purpose Summary

The Christmas Kettle Campaign Coordinator is responsible for creating and implementing the organization and monitoring of Christmas Kettle Campaign activities. They will also ensure adequate staffing is met prior to and during each shift.

Accountabilities

• Promote, coordinate and oversee kettle locations in Lethbridge.
• In conjunction with CFS Manager arrange for the delivery and pick-up of kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations.
• Coordinate the schedule for kettle volunteers and respond to emergency absences, etc.
• Make rounds at kettle locations to ensure kettle is staffed as per policy.
• Fill in as necessary at kettles to cover breaks or late arrivals, etc.
• Ensure that kettle locations have adequate supplies of literature etc.
• Assist in counting kettle income as needed.
• Responsible for the recruitment, orientation and performance management of kettle volunteers.
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with volunteers and businesses hosting kettle locations.
• Maintain accurate records of volunteer information.
• Contact churches, schools, businesses and other organizations to fill volunteer spots on kettles.
• Prepare and send out appropriate Thank You letters to groups and volunteer hours for students.
• Post campaign, prepare an overall report on the campaign to be submitted to the CFS Manager and retrieve and store all equipment/supplies from various kettle locations.
• Record statistical data and prepare weekly time sheets as required.
• Perform other position related duties as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This is a temporary full-time position based on 40 hours per week.

Kettle Campaign normal hours of operation: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Shifts will include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday.

Flexibility in scheduling is required Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification. Travel is associated with this position.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements: Prior kettle experience or equivalent would be a definite asset
• Experience in office administration, with general office equipment, and strong working skills and experience using MS Word and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful office setting
• Support for and an understanding of the mission and the purpose of The Salvation Army
• Note: Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent organizational skills required, must be self-motivated
• Must provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment
• Must provide an original copy of a current Alberta "Class 5" Driver’s License and current Driver’s Abstract
• May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
• Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $18.50 to $23.13 with a maximum of $27.76. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you'll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP's, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.