Seasonal Coordinator

Salvation Army; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Temporary Seasonal Bell Ringing Coordinator to recruit, train, coordinate, and supervise volunteers and staff at kettle sites, ensuring adequate staffing to meet location needs during peak fundraising periods.

You will maintain records and reports on kettle income and volunteer participation, drive vehicles to deliver and collect kettles, and provide clear instruction on procedures and policies while communicating effectively in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; one year of kettle fundraising experience preferred or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid State Drivers License Required.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, recruits, screens, and selects bell-ringing employees and volunteers.
• Maintains ongoing communication with staff and volunteers, addressing questions and concerns.
• Plans, schedules, assigns, and monitors the work of staff and volunteers.
• Provides instruction regarding proper methods, procedures, and Salvation Army policies.
• Reviews work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Assists with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles, supplies, and related materials.

Skills

Volunteer management

Staff recruitment

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Temporary/SeasonalThis position is responsible for:Recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors the work of employee and volunteer bell ringers, ensuring adequate staffing to meet location needs. Maintains records and prepares reports relating to kettle operations, fundraising activities, volunteer participation, and special events..Key Responsibilities:Interviews, recruits, screens, and selects bell-ringing employees and volunteers, ensuring all kettle locations are appropriately staffed.Maintains ongoing communication with staff and volunteers, answering questions and addressing concerns.Recognizes volunteer and employee contributions through correspondence, phone calls, and personal interaction.Builds and maintains positive working relationships with volunteers and staff.Plans, schedules, assigns, and monitors the work of staff and volunteers.Provides instruction regarding proper methods, procedures, and Salvation Army policies.Reviews work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.Maintains current databases and records related to daily kettle income and volunteer participation.Prepares reports regarding the status and operation of the kettle program.Provides volunteers and staff with documentation of hours worked.Assists with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds.Drives Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles, supplies, and related materials.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Work is generally performed in a seated position with occasional standing and walking. Extensive driving may be required, representing approximately 50–75% of work time. Requires occasional lifting and carrying of equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.Work is performed both in the office and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Appropriate seasonal attire and weather-related precautions are necessary to remain safe and comfortable while performing assigned duties.High School diploma or G.E.D ANDOne year of experience working with kettle fundraising programs preferred; ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Licenses and Certifications:Valid State Drivers License Required.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled