OC Christmas Coordinator (Temporary Full-Time) -11-145SC/ Tustin Ranch Corps

The Salvation Army Southern CA Division; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern CA Division is seeking an OC Christmas Coordinator to support the kettle season at the Tustin Ranch Corps. This temporary full-time role involves recruiting volunteers, scheduling bell ringers, coordinating kettle routes, and ensuring accurate money handling and reporting.

Responsibilities include working with community groups, managing logistics, and assisting with toy distributions and seasonal events.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: At least 21 years old.
• Driver's license with clean MVR.
• Background check required for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
• California driver’s license, auto insurance and personal transportation.
• Work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings.
• Attention to detail, quality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Recruit kettle workers and ensure proper documentation is submitted to HR for approval.
• Schedule bell ringers at approved locations.
• Coordinate kettle pick-up routes for drivers and ensure kettles are placed safely.
• Review daily income reports to optimize bell ringing.
• Coordinate with volunteers and community groups to schedule sign-ups.
• Work with Finance staff on counting, reporting and banking of funds.
• Ensure kettle income is recorded in the Kettle Program software accurately.
• Assist with pickup of kettles and Christmas toys as needed.
• Ensure all equipment is secured in storage after the season and send thank you letters.
• Prepare a detailed brief for future use and review.
• Conduct daily site visits to oversee bell ringers at kettle locations.
• Coordinate collection and transportation of kettles from fundraising sites.
• Provide logistical support for Christmas and seasonal events at the Tustin Ranch Corps.
• Assist with Toy Distribution Program procurement, organization and distribution.
• Support the registration and intake process for families in the Toy Distribution Program.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Event coordination

Volunteer management

Schedule planning

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

OC Christmas Coordinator (Temporary Full-Time) -11-145SC/ Tustin Ranch Corps

Job Category: Christmas Seasonal

Requisition Number: KETTL025578

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $25 USD per hour

Locations

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Tustin Ranch Corps
Salvation Army Pioneer Road
Tustin, CA 92782, USA

Description

Mission Statement

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

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Kettle Coordinator is to support the Corps Officer during the kettle season with various kettle actives.

Essential Functions

• Recruit kettle workers and ensure proper documentation is completed and submitted to HR for approval.
• Schedule bell ringers at approved locations.
• Coordinate timely kettle pick-up routes for drivers and ensure kettles are safely at designated location.
• Review kettle daily income reports throughout the season to use bell ringers successfully.
• Coordinate with volunteers, Tustin Ranch corps members, advisory board members, women’s auxiliary, rotary clubs, and other community groups to schedule volunteer day sign ups.
• Work with the Orange County Command Finance staff on the counting, reporting and banking of money raised through the program.
• Ensure kettle income is recorded accurately and properly in the Kettle Program software.
• Pick up kettles and Christmas toys as needed.
• At the end of the season (November-December) make sure that all kettle equipment is secure in storage and send thank you letters to those who have allowed the Army to place kettles at their locations.
• Prepare a brief that outlines every detail of the program for future use and review.
• Conduct daily site visits to oversee and support bell ringers at assigned kettle locations.
• Coordinate the collection and transportation of kettles from designated fundraising sites.
• Provide logistical and operational support for Christmas and seasonal events at the Tustin Ranch Corps.
• Assist with the procurement, organization, and distribution of toys for the annual Toy Distribution Program.
• Support the registration and intake process for families participating in the Toy Distribution Program.
• Perform other assignments/duties as directed.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years old
• Driving Test and clean MVR check
• If working in vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
• Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance and personal transportation
• Attention to detail, quality and professionalism
• Work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Must be trustworthy, honest, & punctual
• Very organized (scheduling bell ringers, pick up routes, etc.)
• Understand the mission and purpose of the Christmas Kettle Program
• Must have ability to work with, direct, and relate well with co-workers, community members, and guests/clients.
• Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.
• Must possess good relationship skills.

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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