Kettle Coordinator - Merrill

salvarmycareers; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Wisconsin seeks a part-time Kettle Coordinator to keep the Red Kettle Campaign running smoothly. You will recruit volunteers, schedule ringing times, and coordinate kettle sponsorships with local businesses.

You’ll manage kettles, supervise drivers, sort donations, and handle end-of-season paperwork, while promoting bell ringing opportunities in the community. Valid driver's license is required, and prior customer service or sales experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or sales.
• Volunteer recruitment and scheduling experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit volunteer bell ringers and groups; set dates, times and locations.
• Contact volunteers by phone or email to schedule ringing times.
• Call local businesses to sign them up for kettle sponsorship.
• Organize kettle pick-ups and write bucket slips.
• Oversee kettle drivers.
• Sort kettle money with volunteers per guidelines.
• Transfer money to the bank for processing per guidelines.
• Drop off/pick up kettles when driver unavailable.
• Promote bell ringing opportunities in the community.
• Maintain kettle equipment; keep clean and inspect for damage.
• Send thank you notes to volunteers and kettle locations.
• Update Field Rep weekly with bucket location and totals.
• Complete end-of-season paperwork and submit to Field Rep.

Skills

Customer service

Volunteer recruitment

Communication

Sales experience

Job description

You may know The Salvation Army for our red kettles, our angel trees, and our strong presence during the Christmas season, but we support local families every season.

Put a present under someone’s tree today. And a roof over someone’s head tomorrow.

The donations we collect during the Christmas season not only help us provide gifts to children who would otherwise go without but also help us provide food, shelter, and utility assistance to those who need it most.

Brighten Christmas morning. And the hardest nights for hardworking families.

Every dollar dropped into a red kettle helps give local families the Christmases they deserve and the yearlong support they so desperately need.

Help us carry the spirit of Christmas throughout the year.

Job Objective:

Kettle Coordinator is responsible for performing daily tasks necessary for running the Red Kettle Campaign

Essential Functions:

• Recruiting and signing up volunteer bell ringers & groups and establishing dates, times and locations
• Contacting via phone or email volunteer bell ringers to schedule ringing times
• Call local businesses to sign them up for kettle sponsorship
• Organizing kettle pick-ups to include writing out bucket slips
• Overseeing kettle drivers
• Responsible for sorting kettle money with volunteers per applicable guidelines
• Responsible for transferring money to bank for processing per applicable guidelines
• Drop off and pick up kettles when kettle driver is unavailable
• Promote bell ringing opportunities in the community
• Maintain Kettle Equipment – Keep clean and inspect for damage
• Thank you notes to volunteers and kettle locations
• Update Field Rep weekly with bucket location and totals
• Complete end of season paperwork and turn it in to Field Rep

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: N/A

Certifications: Valid driver’s license with approval to drive from TSA’s insurance carrier required.

Experience: Dealing with people in a customer service or sales role

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Who we are:

Our Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our message is based on the Bible. Our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army’s brand promises to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

Compensation

At The Salvation Army - We honor the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We are dedicated to fair pay practices, ensuring equal compensation for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other factors.

Be part of something meaningful. Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like finance or fundraising, each role offers a chance to make a lasting impact. If you're looking to align your career with your values, explore opportunities at The Salvation Army and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Compensation: $17/hour.