F/T Christmas Kettle Volunteer Coordinator

The-Salvation-Arm; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in California seeks a F/T Christmas Kettle Volunteer Coordinator to manage the kettle office and recruit volunteers for the local Christmas kettle program. This temporary seasonal role runs October through December and is on-site with active coordination across multiple locations.

Ideal candidates will be 21+, hold a CA driver license, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and demonstrate strong communication, organization, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid CA Class C license.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet timelines.
• Strong written and oral communication; draft professional notes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills including multitasking and time management.
• Good judgement and professional conduct; understand Salvation Army goals.
• Reliable, dependable and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Recruit volunteers for bell ringing from churches, clubs, schools and groups.
• Manage all kettle locations and communication across sites.
• Maintain volunteer signups via walk-in, phone and online.
• Keep volunteer records, background checks, and privacy waivers up to date.
• Answer office calls, return messages, and manage emails.
• Schedule kettle deliveries and track sign-outs and kettles.
• Monitor totals for volunteers and update social media regularly.
• Restock kettle supplies and manage labels and signage.
• Assist with counting kettle monies and other kettle duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Teamwork / reliability

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Outlook

Job description

F/T Christmas Kettle Volunteer Coordinator

Job Category: Christmas Seasonal

Requisition Number: CHRIS025380

• Full-Time


• On-site


• Rate : $18 USD per hour

Locations

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Description

Temporary Seasonal October through December

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, and international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The Christmas Coordinator position is to maintain the kettle office and responsible for recruiting and supporting volunteers to assist in the local Salvation Army Christmas Kettle program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit volunteers for bell ringing from churches, service clubs, schools, colleges, corporations, corps, advisory board members, their families, youth organizations, senior organizations, volunteer groups, choirs, bands, and individuals. (This includes any past bell ringers/groups.)


• Manage and communicate with all locations of kettles/stands at store locations.


• Keep all avenues of volunteer sign-ups up to date (walk-in, phone, online)


• Responsible to maintain all records concerning volunteers, have volunteers fill out paperwork, background check, privacy waiver.


• Answer kettle office phone, receive voicemail, return calls, emails.


• Schedule delivery of countertop kettles and keep log updated of kettles signed out and pick up.


• Sign-out kettles to volunteers and receive and sign-in kettles at each shift.


• Keep track of totals for volunteers.


• Keep social media updated and post often.


• Restock outgoing kettle supplies- candy, stickers, business cards.


• Keep track of bells, kettles, kettle stands, signs, repairs, orders, and final assessment.


• Make sure kettle slips are properly labeled and are placed in each kettle before volunteer exits.


• Help sanitize used kettles and check padlocks.


• Help with counting kettle monies.


• Any other kettle/Christmas duties as assigned or needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid CA CLASS C driver license.


• Incumbent must be able to work with minimal supervision, be prepared to encounter a variety of assignments and timelines. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and information.


• Must possess good written and oral communication skills and be able to draft and edit professional level communication.


• Must be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft office (including word, excel, PowerPoint and publisher, outlook email.)


• Must have excellent organizational skills including multitasking and time management.


• Must demonstrate good judgement and act in a professional manner.


• Some understanding of the purpose and goals of The Salvation Army is desired.


• Reliable and dependable, ability to work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.


• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, cabinet drawers, heavy kettles, reach overhead.


• Ability to lift to 25lbs. (usually file boxes)

Preferred

High School or Equivalent or better.

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