Christmas Kettle Coordinator (8837)

The Salvation Army; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Nacogdoches, TX is seeking a program coordinator to recruit, train and supervise bell ringers across locations, ensuring sufficient staffing to meet needs. The role requires strong records management and driving to kettle sites 50–75% of the time.

Qualifying candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of experience with kettle fund-raising preferred, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience with kettle fund-raising preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; clean driving record advantageous.
• Ability to coordinate staff and volunteers and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens, and selects bell ringers to cover all sites.
• Plans, schedules, assigns work, and trains staff and volunteers; ensures policy compliance.
• Maintains contact with staff; addresses questions or problems; recognizes workers.
• Keeps records and databases for kettle income; prepares status reports.
• Plans and coordinates events; prepares certificates of recognition.
• Meets with community leaders to discuss Salvation Army needs.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicles to kettle locations and handles funds deposits.

Skills

Recruiting

Staff management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TX-Nacogdoches Service Center - Nacogdoches, TX 75961, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, 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.

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 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.

What We Are Looking For in You: 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

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