Christmas Red Kettle Coordinator (7760)

SALVATION ARMY CORP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SALVATION ARMY CORP in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Seasonal Full Time coordinator for the Annual Red Kettle Campaign during November and December 2026. You will manage kettle locations, assign openings, and staff kettles with paid ringers.

Key duties include training Bell Ringers, supervising drivers, creating routes for pick-up and delivery, and ensuring accurate hours and donation reporting to meet the organization’s standards.

Qualifications

• High School or GED 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.

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 routes for pick-up and delivery of kettles and kettle supplies, and transports some paid Bell Ringers.
• Reports 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 and depositing funds.

Skills

Fundraising experience

English communication

Education

High School or GED

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:

Coordinates the operations of the Annual Red Kettle Campaign, ensuring that kettles are assigned to approved retail locations and staffed with paid ringers.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans, Disabled