Kettle Coordinator - Portage County

salvarmycareers; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kettle Coordinator to run the Red Kettle Campaign in the community. You will recruit and schedule volunteer bell ringers, contact local groups and businesses for sponsorships, and organize kettle pickups.

You will oversee money handling with volunteers, transfer funds to the bank, and record daily totals in the organization’s tracker. A valid driver’s license is required, and the role supports year‑round services for families in need.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or sales.
• Valid driver’s license with approval to drive from TSA’s insurance carrier required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Responsible for entering daily funds into tracking spreadsheet and online SA tracker.
• Promote bell ringing opportunities in the community.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Driver's license

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.

Apply to be a Kettle Coordinator in your community today!

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
• Responsible for entering daily funds into tracking spreadsheet and online SA tracker (to be determined by local Service Rep)
• 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
• Recruiting, Onboarding, Scheduling and transporting paid bell ringers.

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.

Start Date: 10/16/26

End Date: 12/31/26