KETTLE COORDINATOR (8196)

The Salvation Army; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking a dedicated team member to manage kettle fundraising operations. The role covers recruiting and supervising bell ringing staff and volunteers, coordinating schedules, and ensuring program compliance with Salvation Army policies.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, reporting on kettle status, driving to kettle locations, and counting deposits. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required, with charity experience

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• One year kettle fundraising experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers.
• Plans, schedules, and assigns work; trains staff; checks progress for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers and addresses questions or issues.
• Maintains kettle income records and generates status reports.
• Coordinates and records special events and recognitions.
• Engages with community leaders to identify Salvation Army needs.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicles to kettle locations and transports kettles and supplies.
• Counts and deposits kettle funds.

Skills

Staff recruitment

Training

Record keeping

Driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: ALM-Tuscaloosa Al Corps - Tuscaloosa, AL 35404, Salary Range: $15.00 Hourly

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.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU: : Education and Experience:

• High School 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.
• Valid Driver’s License

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