Kettle Coordinator (7845)

The Salvation Army; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Winchester, VA seeks a Temporary/Seasonal Bell Ringing Coordinator to recruit and manage kettle staff and volunteers. You will coordinate schedules, maintain records, and ensure coverage of kettle sites during the holiday season.

Driving between kettle locations is required, with field duties including event support and documentation of hours. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience with kettle fund-raising programs or

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience in kettle fundraising preferred or equivalent training/experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers to ensure full site coverage.
• Plans, schedules and assigns work; trains staff and volunteers in methods and procedures.
• Maintains communication with staff/volunteers and addresses questions or issues.
• Maintains records and databases for kettle income and hours worked; prepares reports.
• Plans and coordinates special events; recognizes volunteers and maintains event records.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to kettles and supplies; delivers and collects materials.
• Assists with counting, recording and depositing kettle funds.

Skills

Recruitment

Staff planning

Training

Records management

Event coordination

Driver/vehicle operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PMC-Winchester Corps - WINCHESTER, VA 22603Job Category: ChristmasTemporary/Seasonal Support

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.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers throughout their service; answers questions, concerns or problems.
• 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.
• 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

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.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• High School diploma 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.

Licenses and Certifications

None.

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