Christmas Kettle Scheduler - Temporary

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

flexibility at work

health and dental benefits

paid vacation and sick time

RRSPs

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada seeks a Christmas Kettle Scheduler to recruit and schedule volunteers for the annual fundraiser. The role supports the kettle coordinator and ensures smooth operations at multiple sites during the campaign.

Responsibilities include recruiting kettle workers, coordinating schedules, and maintaining positive site relationships, with occasional kettle transport. Flexible hours and local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• A minimum 2-year college diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of related fundraising and volunteer management experience preferred.
• Ability to connect with and establish relationships with volunteers.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license; provide driving record.
• A program vehicle may be used for travel.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and schedule Christmas kettle volunteers and assist with orientation.
• Coordinate kettle volunteer schedules and handle emergencies.
• Make calls and emails to recruit, retain and schedule volunteers.
• Maintain positive relationships with kettle sites.
• May deliver and pick‑up kettles to/from sites and ensure donations security.
• May host at the kettle to ensure coverage for breaks and related duties.

Skills

Volunteer management

Fundraising

Relationship building

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Integrity and confidentiality

Team player

Education

Two-year college diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Statistical analysis

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 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 volunteers, and responds to emergency absences, etc.
• Make phone calls and send emails to recruit, retain and schedule volunteers.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Working Conditions

• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
• May deal with difficult people and verbal abuse.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a sitting, and standing position for periods of time.
• Some travel locally will be required using a program vehicle.
• The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• Temporary Part Time: 21 hours work per week from October 14 – November 1; Temporary Full Time: 40 hours work per week from November 2 until the contract ends (schedule to be determined after hiring) Schedules will fluctuate and flexibility will be required October 14, 2026 – December 24, 2026.

Education and Experience Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications: A minimum 2-year college diploma or equivalent is a positive Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements: A minimum of two (2) years' related experience (in fundraising and volunteer management) is a bonus Demonstrated ability to connect with and establish relationship with volunteers. Hold a valid Class 5 drivers license, and provide a copy of a driver’s abtract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. A program vehicle may be used for travel when required.

Skills and Capabilities

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• 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.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The 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 $18.25 to $22.23 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.

Benefits

• flexibility at work
• health and dental benefits
• paid vacation and sick time
• RRSP’s
• The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.

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.