Christmas Kettle Coordinator (8071)

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Borger (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Service Center in Borger, TX seeks an energetic coordinator to recruit and manage bell ringing staff and volunteers, ensuring adequate coverage across sites.

The role includes scheduling, supervising, and reporting on kettle activities, while building relationships with community leaders and donors. A high school diploma or GED is required, with driving and organizational skills essential for successful operations.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• One year experience with kettle fund raising programs preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers to ensure site coverage.
• Plans, schedules and assigns work; instructs in methods and procedures; checks and approves work for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers, answers questions and recognizes workers by mail, in person or by phone.
• Prepares and maintains records and databases for kettle income; reports on kettle status and hours worked.
• Plans, coordinates and prepares special events; prepares plaques and certificates of recognition.

Skills

Interviewing

Recruiting

Communication

Driving

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Databases

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: TX-Borger Service Center - Borger, TX, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Christmas, 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.

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 organization and 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in and out of the office and in a wide variety of weather conditions. Dressing appropriately is important for remaining safe and comfortable.

Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School or G.E.D.
• One year experience working with kettle fund raising programs preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled