Kettle Coordinator (8237)

The Salvation Army; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Orlando, FL is seeking a hands-on coordinator to recruit, train, and supervise bell ringers for the Christmas kettle program. You will drive kettles to assigned locations and ensure adequate staff coverage, while maintaining records and reporting on daily income.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of kettle fundraising experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED is required.
• One year experience with kettle fundraising programs preferred.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens and selects bell ringing staff and volunteers to cover sites.
• Plans, schedules, and assigns work; trains staff and volunteers; ensures accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers; addresses questions or problems; recognizes workers.
• Prepares and maintains records and databases for kettle income; reports on kettle status and hours worked.
• Plans, coordinates, and maintains special events; prepares plaques and certificates of recognition.

Skills

Recruiting

Training staff

Staff coordination

Records management

Driving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: FLA-Orlando Area Command - Orlando, FL 32804, Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Job Category: Christmas, Schedule/Hours:

M–F, 40 hours a week

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; drives Salvation Army vehicle to drive kettle workers to and from locations and/or pick up kettles.

Key Responsibilities:

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position description.

• 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to perform work in the office and outside in the general elements.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications: 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.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License