F/T Christmas Kettle Volunteer Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Temporary Seasonal Christmas Coordinator to support the local Christmas Kettle program. You will recruit and liaise with volunteers, coordinate kettle locations at stores, and maintain records for all volunteers.

This role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision during the busy October–December season; you will also manage sign-outs, volunteer sign-ups, and social media updates.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid CA driver license.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills including multitasking and time management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit volunteers for bell ringing from churches, service clubs, schools, colleges, corporations, corps, advisory board members, families, youth organizations, senior organizations, volunteer groups, choirs, bands, and individuals.
• Manage TSA online volunteer recruitment.
• Coordinate kettles/stands at store locations and communicate with all locations.
• Keep volunteer sign-ups up to date (walk-in, phone, online).
• Maintain all records concerning volunteers, and collect necessary paperwork including background checks and privacy waivers.
• Answer kettle office phone, voicemail, and emails.
• Schedule delivery of countertop kettles and log sign-outs.
• Sign-out kettles to volunteers and receive/sign-in kettles at each shift.
• Keep track of totals for volunteers.
• Maintain social media updates and post frequently.
• Restock kettle supplies (candy, stickers, business cards).
• Track kettles, bells, stands, signs, repairs, orders, and final assessment.
• Ensure kettle slips are properly labeled and placed in kettles before volunteer exits.
• Help sanitize used kettles and check padlocks.
• Assist with counting kettle monies.
• Perform any other kettle/Christmas duties as assigned.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

1. 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.)
2. Manage TSA online volunteer recruitment.
3. Manage and communicate with all locations of kettles/stands at store locations.
4. Keep all avenues of volunteer sign-ups up to date (walk-in, phone, online)
5. Responsible to maintain all records concerning volunteers, have volunteers fill out paperwork, background check, privacy waiver.
6. Answer kettle office phone, receive voicemail, return calls, emails.
7. Schedule delivery of countertop kettles and keep log updated of kettles signed out and pick up.
8. Sign-out kettles to volunteers and receive and sign-in kettles at each shift.
9. Keep track of totals for volunteers.
10. Keep social media updated and post often.
11. Restock outgoing kettle supplies- candy, stickers, business cards.
12. Keep track of bells, kettles, kettle stands, signs, repairs, orders, and final assessment.
13. Make sure kettle slips are properly labeled and are placed in each kettle before volunteer exits.
14. Help sanitize used kettles and check padlocks.
15. Help with counting kettle monies.
16. Any other kettle/Christmas duties as assigned or needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid CA CLASS C driver license.
2. 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.
3. Must possess good written and oral communication skills and be able to draft and edit professional level communication.
4. Must be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft office (including word, excel, PowerPoint and publisher, outlook email.)
5. Must have excellent organizational skills including multitasking and time management.
6. Must demonstrate good judgement and act in a professional manner.
7. Some understanding of the purpose and goals of The Salvation Army is desired.
8. Reliable and dependable, ability to work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
2. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, cabinet drawers, heavy kettles, reach overhead.
3. Ability to lift to 25lbs. (usually file boxes)

Education

High School or Equivalent (preferred)

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