Kettle Coordinator - Temporary

The Salvation Army; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kettle Coordinator II in Canada for the Christmas Kettle Campaign. This temporary part-time role oversees multiple kettle locations within a zone, ensuring donations are secured and volunteers are supported.

You will train and supervise volunteers, coordinate kettle logistics, and communicate daily with partners to ensure smooth operations during the campaign period through January 31, 2027.

Qualifications

• Some high school coursework, completion of high school is an asset.
• One year of related experience or working in customer service.
• Money handling experience is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle; ability to lift 9–12 kg.

Responsibilities

• Attend a training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle Campaign.
• Provide support in getting kettles to zone locations prior to volunteer arrival at campaign onset.
• Ensure all kettle donations are delivered to secure location at shift completion.
• Communicate daily issues and supply deficiencies to City/Assistant Coordinator.
• Orient and remind volunteers on kettle handling and duties as required.
• Supervise, support and assign kettle volunteers throughout the Campaign.
• Participate in the recruitment of new volunteers.
• Visit locations during shift changes and intermittently.
• Communicate daily with ATL partner for effective transition.
• Ensure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely.
• Remain at the kettle for the full shift (until relieved).
• Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Team player

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or completing high school

Job description

Who We AreFor 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 StatementThe 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:The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.Attend a day of training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle CampaignProvide support in getting Kettles to zone locations prior to volunteer arrival at Campaign onsetEnsure all Kettle donations are delivered to secure location at shift completionCommunicate daily issues and supply deficiencies to City/Assistant CoordinatorOrient and remind volunteers on proper Kettle handling and duties as requiredSupervise, support and assign (as required) Kettle Volunteers throughout the CampaignParticipate in the recruitment of new volunteersVisit locations during shift changes and intermittentlyCommunicate daily with ATL partner for effective transitionEnsure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely (weekly basis)Remain at the Kettle for the full shift (until relieved), ensuring security of donations received.Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs.Perform other work-related duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONS:This is a temporary part-time position until January 31, 2027.Work environment is typically in malls/storesStanding for long periods will be required and exposure to cold weatherEDUCATION, 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.Ability and willingness 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 screening.Education, Qualifications and Certifications:Some high school coursework, completion of high school is an assetExperience:One year of related experience or working in customer serviceMoney handling experience is an assetRelated experience is an assetSkills and Capabilities:Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle required.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Enthusiastic Team Player with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAble to lift 9 to 12 kgs (20 – 25 lbs)Strong customer service skills; enjoy liaising and working with people of all ages and abilitiesWillingness to be flexible and work well under pressure with daily timelines and changing priorities.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in the handling of donor, volunteer, and organizational information.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.