Seasonal Coordinator (9358)

The Salvation Army; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Martinsville, VA is seeking a Seasonal Kettle Coordinator. This non-exempt, seasonal role supports the Christmas fundraising program by recruiting, training, scheduling, and overseeing bell ringers, while maintaining kettle and volunteer records and handling funds.

Driving Salvation Army vehicles is part of the duties. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with at least one year of kettle fundraising experience preferred or an

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of kettle fundraising experience preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and coordinate bell ringers by interviewing, screening, and selecting employees and volunteers and helping ensure kettle locations are adequately staffed.
• Schedule and oversee staff and volunteers, including assigning duties, monitoring work, and providing instructions regarding procedures and Salvation Army policies.
• Maintain program records and reports, including daily kettle income, volunteer participation, hours worked, and other kettle program information.
• Support daily kettle operations by assisting with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds and driving Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles, supplies, and materials.
• Coordinate community and special-event activities, including volunteer recognition activities, maintaining event records, and communicating with community leaders and organizations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PMC-Martinsville Corps - MARTINSVILLE, VA 24112, Salary Range: $15.50 - $16.00 Hourly, Job Category: Christmas, Location: Martinsville Service Center

Position Type: Seasonal, Full-Time

Pay Range: $15.50-$16.00

About this opportunity:

The Seasonal Kettle Coordinator is a non-exempt, seasonal fundraising position within Resource Development/Christmas Programs that reports to the Corps Officer. The position is responsible for coordinating the seasonal kettle program by recruiting, training, scheduling, and monitoring employee and volunteer bell ringers. The role also maintains kettle and volunteer records, supports fundraising operations and special events, assists with handling kettle funds, and drives Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles and supplies.

Key responsibilities:

• Recruit and coordinate bell ringers by interviewing, screening, and selecting employees and volunteers and helping ensure kettle locations are adequately staffed.
• Schedule and oversee staff and volunteers, including assigning duties, monitoring work, and providing instructions regarding procedures and Salvation Army policies.
• Maintain program records and reports, including daily kettle income, volunteer participation, hours worked, and other kettle program information.
• Support daily kettle operations by assisting with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds and driving Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles, supplies, and materials.
• Coordinate community and special-event activities, including volunteer recognition activities, maintaining event records, and communicating with community leaders and organizations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to perform work primarily from a seated position with occasional standing and walking.
• Ability to perform extensive driving, which may represent approximately 50-75% of work time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments.
• Outdoor duties may occur in a variety of weather conditions.
• Appropriate seasonal clothing and weather-related precautions are necessary to safely and comfortably perform assigned duties.

Qualifications: WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One year of experience working with kettle fundraising programs preferred; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver's License required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled