Christmas Kettle Coordinator

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp; Orton Hill (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp is seeking a dedicated coordinator to recruit and supervise bell ringers, manage schedules, and ensure accurate kettle income records. The role involves frequent contact with staff and volunteers and collaboration with community leaders.

You will drive Salvation Army vehicles to kettle locations, assist with collecting funds, and help plan special events and recognition activities. A valid driver’s license and customer-focused approach are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; one year experience with kettle fundraising preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selection of bell ringing staff and volunteers.
• Plans, schedules, and assigns work of staff and volunteers; instructs in proper methods and procedures; checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers; answers questions or problems; recognizes workers through correspondence.
• Prepares and maintains records and databases for kettle income information; prepares reports on kettle status; provides staff with hours worked.
• Plans and coordinates special events; prepares plaques and certificates of recognition; maintains event records for future reference.
• Meets with community leaders to discuss Salvation Army needs; drives Salvation Army vehicle to kettle locations and assists with funds deposition.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors the work of employee and volunteer bell ringers ensuring ample staff to meet location needs; prepares records and reports regarding the same.Key Responsibilities:Interviews, recruits, screens and selection of bell ringing staff and volunteers ensuring all sites are covered effectively.Plans, schedules, and assigns work of staff and volunteers; instructs in proper methods and procedures; checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness as well as compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.Maintains contact with staff and volunteers throughout their service; answers questions, concerns or problems; recognizes workers through correspondence by mail, in person or by phone.Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and databases for daily kettle income information; prepares reports regarding the status of the kettle program; provides staff and volunteers with documentation of the hours worked.Plans, coordinates, and prepares special events; prepares plaques and certificates of recognition; prepares and maintains special event records for future reference.Meets with community leaders and organizations and discusses Salvation Army needs.Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to deliver and collect kettles and supplies to kettle locations and workers. Assists with counting, recording and depositing of kettle funds.OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs work for special projects as needed. Performs other related work as required.MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.Ability to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organizationand its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.Duties include extensive driving to and from kettle locations 50-75% of work time.Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying equipment (less than 40 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School or G.E.D.ANDOne year experience working with kettle fund raising programs preferred.ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, andabilities.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:Valid Driver’s LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled