Kettle Coordinator

Paycom - ATS; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army in Hattiesburg, MS seeks a coordinator to recruit and train bell ringers and volunteers, ensuring full coverage across sites. You will plan schedules, supervise staff, and maintain daily kettle records while coordinating events and community outreach.

The role involves frequent driving to kettle locations, arranging recognition for volunteers, and liaising with community partners to support fundraising needs. High school diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; experience with kettle fundraising preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Experience coordinating staff or volunteers is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and select bell ringing staff and volunteers.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work; supervise to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.
• Maintain records and databases for kettle income; generate status reports.
• Coordinate events, recognition plaques, and certificates of appreciation.
• Meet with community leaders to discuss Salvation Army needs.
• Drive Salvation Army vehicle to kettle locations; ensure safety and timeliness.

Skills

Recruiting

Staff supervision

Volunteer coordination

Driving

Records management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position is responsible for: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: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 50-75% 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.Education and Experience:High School or G.E.D., andone year experience working with kettle fund raising programs preferred, orany equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Valid Driver’s LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled