Christmas Kettle Coordinator (8077)

THE SALVATION ARMY • Corsicana, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for recruiting, training, coordinating, and monitoring employee and volunteer bell ringers to ensure adequate staffing for all kettle locations. The coordinator will manage records and reports related to the program, interview and select staff and volunteers, and maintain communication with them throughout their service. The position also involves preparing records for daily kettle income, reporting on the program's status, and recognizing workers. Additionally, the coordinator will plan and prepare special events, interact with community leaders, drive Salvation Army vehicles to manage kettle locations and supplies, and assist with counting, recording, and depositing funds. The role requires an understanding of The Salvation Army's mission and Christian principles, with duties performed both in and out of the office, often in various weather conditions. A significant portion of the work time involves driving to and from kettle locations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

• One year experience working with kettle fund raising programs preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors the work of employee and volunteer bell ringers ensuring ample staff to meet location needs.
• Interviews, recruits, screens and selection of bell ringing staff and volunteers ensuring all sites are covered effectively.
• Plans, schedules, and assigns work of staff and volunteers; instructs in proper methods and procedures; checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness as well as compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Maintains contact with staff and volunteers throughout their service; answers questions, concerns or problems; recognizes workers through correspondence by mail, in person or by phone.
• Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and databases for daily kettle income information; prepares reports regarding the status of the kettle program; provides staff and volunteers with documentation of the hours worked.
• Plans, coordinates, and prepares special events; prepares plaques and certificates of recognition; prepares and maintains special event records for future reference.
• Meets with community leaders and organizations and discusses Salvation Army needs.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to deliver and collect kettles and supplies to kettle locations and workers.
• Assists with counting, recording and depositing of kettle funds.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED