Kettle Coordinator (7966)

The Salvation Army; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Washington, DC is seeking a seasonal, full-time Bell Ringing Coordinator for the Christmas season. The role recruits and trains staff and volunteers, coordinates bell locations, and ensures adequate staffing to meet location needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for one year of kettle fundraising experience. Driver's license and ability to drive to kettle locations are expected, with duties including loading and unloading donations and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year experience with kettle fundraising preferred, or equivalent training/experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers to cover sites.
• Plans, schedules, and assigns work of staff and volunteers; ensures procedures are followed and work is accurate and complete.

Skills

Recruiting

Staff coordination

Training

Volunteer management

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PMC-National Capital Area Command - Washington, DC 20020

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Schedule/Hours: Seasonal; 11/13/2026 - 12/24/2026; Full-time; Varied

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. Supports all functions of the Angel Tree warehouse, to include receipt, storage, and distribution of donations given to The Salvation Army during the Christmas season. Assist with loading, unloading, and sorting donations; moving donations and other materials into the warehouse; assist in the setup, clean up and break down of the warehouse.

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.

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.

WHAT ARE WE 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

Valid Driver's License and must meet TSA MVR Requirements.

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