Christmas Kettle Coordinator

The Salvation Army International; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation

Sick time

RRSP’s

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kettle Coordinator II for a short-term contract to oversee Christmas Kettle locations within a fixed zone. You will manage kettle workers, recruit volunteers, coordinate site coverage, and ensure smooth daily operations with strong attention to donor security and safety.

Key qualifications include high school diploma, valid background checks, and experience in office administration. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and strong organizational skills are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in office administration and using MS Word and Excel.
• Willingness to support The Salvation Army mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the Christmas Kettle campaign including orientation and performance management of kettle workers.
• Recruit and supervise kettle volunteers/workers.
• Coordinate scheduling and coverage for kettle sites and events.
• Ensure kettles have supplies and literature, manage pickups/deliveries.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a positive, professional manner.

Skills

Communication

Office administration

Multi-tasking

MS Word

Excel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Criminal Record Check

Valid Driver’s Abstract

Tools

MS Word

Excel

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.

Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is part of a century old tradition to contribute towards building strong communities by helping TSA to give hope to other. Kettle Coordinator II position is a short-term contract position. The incumbent is responsible for oversight of several Christmas Kettle locations in a given geographical zone area. Zone locations include shopping malls, grocery stores and retail outlets.

Accountabilities

• Oversee the operations of the Christmas Kettle campaign including: orientation and performance management of kettle workers, scheduling of volunteers/workers
• Responsible as a group work leader, provides direction and checking results and overseeing the activities of Christmas Kettle Campaign volunteers/workers
• Will participate in recruitment of kettle volunteers/workers
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites
• Arranges the delivery and pick-up of kettles to/from sites daily when needed, ensuring the security of donations.
• Hosts or arranges for someone to host at a kettle as required ensuring necessary coverage for breaks, etc.
• Ensure that kettle locations have adequate supplies of literature etc.
• Addressing conflicts/issues as they arise
• Post campaign; retrieve all equipment/supplies from various kettle locations.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a positive, professional manner.

Working Conditions

Working environment is typically an office environment. Travel within city may be required. This is a temporary position. Weekly schedule will start at 8:30am to 4:00pm for 35 hours per week. (Hours of work and work schedule may vary as per the operational requirements. Flexibility in work schedule is required, as work hours will gradually increase to meet the Christmas Kettle Campaign operational requirements. Shifts will include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts and split shifts, Monday through Saturday)

Hours are typically 8:30am to 4:00pm (35 hours per week), but flexibility is needed once the Kettle Campaign commences November 12, 2026.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Criminal Record Check required
• Valid Driver’s Abstract required
• 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
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds may be required.
• Providing direction and checking to staff/volunteers
• Excellent organizational skills required, must be self-motivated
• Prior kettle experience or equivalent would be a definite asset

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.

Benefits

• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation
• Sick time
• RRSP’s

Company Culture

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.