Christmas Red Kettle Coordinator

Salvation Army Corp; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Raleigh, NC is offering a Seasonal Full Time position for November and December 2026, with a hourly wage of $20.00–$22.00. The role coordinates the Annual Red Kettle Campaign, staffs kettles at approved locations, and trains bell ringers.

Responsibilities include supervising kettle drivers, planning pickup routes, and ensuring proper reporting and deposits. Requires a High School diploma or GED and at least one year in kettle fundraising or an equivalent combination of

Qualifications

• High School or G.E.D. and one year experience with kettle fundraising preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the operations of the Annual Red Kettle Campaign, ensuring kettles are assigned to approved retail locations and staffed with paid ringers.
• Trains paid Bell Ringers in proper Bell Ringing methods and procedures.
• Supervises Kettle Drivers, ensuring safety protocols and procedures are followed.
• Creates the drivers’ routes for pick-up/delivery of kettles and kettle supplies, and transporting some paid Bell Ringers.
• Reports hours and kettle donations to comply with The Salvation Army’s statistical reporting requirements.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to deliver and collect kettles and supplies, and assists with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds.

Education

High School or G.E.D.

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: NSC-Raleigh Area Command - RALEIGH, NC 27604
Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Job Category: Christmas

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Schedule/Hours: Seasonal Full Time, November and December 2026

This position is responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates the operations of the Annual Red Kettle Campaign, ensuring that kettles are assigned to approved retail locations and staffed with paid ringers.
• Trains paid Bell Ringers in proper Bell Ringing methods and procedures.
• Supervises Kettle Drivers, ensuring they are following safety protocols and procedures.
• Creates the drivers’ routes for the pick-up and delivery of kettles and kettle supplies, as well as transporting some paid Bell Ringers.
• Report hours and kettle donations regularly to comply with The Salvation Army’s required statistical reporting requirements.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to deliver and collect kettles and supplies to kettle locations and Bell Ringers. Assists with counting, recording, and depositing of kettle funds.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• 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% 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.
• 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

• 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.

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