Christmas Kettle Coordinator - McKinney, TX Corps (8613)

The Salvation Army; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in McKinney, TX is seeking a Seasonal Full-Time Bell Ringers Coordinator to recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers for kettle operations across multiple sites. You will ensure adequate coverage, maintain records and contribute to effective fundraising at critical holiday times.

Responsibilities include planning schedules, guiding teams, reporting on kettle activity, coordinating events, and engaging with community leaders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with kettle fundraising or volunteer programs preferred.
• Ability to recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers to ensure coverage.
• Plans, schedules, assigns work, and trains staff and volunteers following policies.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers, addresses questions and concerns.
• Prepares records and reports on kettle income and hours worked.
• Coordinates and manages special events and recognitions.
• Meets with community leaders to discuss Salvation Army needs.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicles to kettle locations and handles funds deposits.

Skills

Recruiting

Staff coordination

Scheduling

Records management

Community liaison

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: TX-McKinney Corps Comm Ctr - McKinney, TX 75069, Position Type: Seasonal Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Job Category: Christmas, Job Summary: 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• 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.

Employee Benefits

N/A

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:: Education and Experience

High School or G.E.D.
and
one year experience working with kettle fund raising programs preferred.
or
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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