Christmas Kettle Scheduler/Administrator

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Kingston; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

RRSPs

Paid vacation

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a temporary full-time Christmas Kettle Scheduler to recruit volunteers and schedule kettle staff. You will support the kettle coordinator, run volunteer orientations, and ensure smooth operations across multiple kettle sites throughout the campaign.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, making outreach calls, and maintaining positive site relations while accurately recording data and processing donation receipts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year college diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years fundraising and volunteer management experience.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License with own vehicle and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Recruit Christmas Kettle volunteers and provide orientation.
• Coordinate schedule for kettle staff & volunteers; respond to emergencies.
• Make phone calls and send emails to recruit, retain and schedule volunteers.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with kettle sites.
• May deliver and pick-up kettles to/from sites daily; ensure donations are secure.
• May host at the kettle to cover breaks as needed.
• Record data and statistics for local/divisional/territorial offices.
• Process receipts for donations according to local policy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Team player

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

OH&S compliance

Education

Two-year college diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Christmas Kettle Scheduler plays a key role in the success of this annual fundraiser through the recruitment and scheduling of volunteers, as well as supporting the kettle coordinator as needed.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Will assist in the recruitment of Christmas Kettle Workers (volunteers), assisting with orientation.
• Help coordinate the schedule for kettle staff & volunteers, and responds to emergency absences, etc.
• Make phone calls and send emails to recruit, retain and schedule volunteers.
• Fosters and maintains positive working relationships with kettle sites.
• May deliver and pick-up kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations.
• May host at the kettle, as required, to ensure necessary coverage for breaks, etc.
• Record statistical data as required, for local/divisional/territorial offices.
• Process official receipts for donations across Christmas Campaigns according to local receipting policy.
• Performs other related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a temporary full-time position Some flexibility in scheduling required, some weekend and evening work may be required. The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule. Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions. Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a sitting, and standing position for periods of time.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• A minimum 2-year college diploma or equivalent.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• A minimum of two (2) years' related experience (in fundraising and volunteer management)
• Demonstrated ability to connect with and establish relationship with volunteers.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Honest, courteous, and punctual.
• Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Proficient computer skills in all aspects of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to enter data and perform statistical analysis efficiently and accurately.
• A team player: ability to work in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental manner.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening as required.
• Ability and 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.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.95 to $22.08 with a maximum of $26.20. 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.

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.