Christmas Kettle Coordinator Klamath Falls

Salvation Army Careers•Klamath Falls, OR

1d•$16

About The Position

The Salvation Army in Klamath Falls Service Extension is seeking a Christmas Kettle Coordinator for the 2026 Christmas season. Working closely with the Corps Officer and other leaders, the coordinator supports The Salvation Army’s ministry by helping with transportation and driving of goods and people connected with the annual Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign and Toy Distribution. The role oversees kettle workers and drivers, coordinates schedules and volunteers, and manages the delivery, tracking, collection, and security of kettles at collection sites. The position requires frequent contact by phone and in person with people from diverse backgrounds, including people who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated. The coordinator works with limited supervision and a high degree of independence, and may need to make independent decisions about unusual or complex situations. The role has access to confidential and private information, which must be protected. A criminal history check and motor vehicle record check are required; applicants must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Occasional long-distance driving at any time of day or night may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One to three years of office or program experience.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to multitask and strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to listen.
Ability to maintain a self-motivated, self-directed schedule and manage multiple projects through completion in a timely, detail-oriented manner.
Ability to work with limited supervision, exercise good judgment, take initiative, and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work professionally with coworkers and the public, including people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks without lowering work quality.
Familiarity with Salvation Army programs and support for its mission, ethics, spiritual beliefs, and philosophy of service.
Ability to comply with facility policies and procedures and the Salvation Army dress code.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint, email, internet, and standard office equipment and systems.
Successful completion of a criminal history information check and motor vehicle record check.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect private information.

Responsibilities

Assist Human Resources with hiring kettle workers.
Supervise kettle workers and drivers.
Develop and maintain schedules for kettle workers and drivers.
Place kettle workers at work sites in Salem and surrounding areas in Marion and Polk Counties.
Help ensure kettle workers submit payroll timesheets to the office.
Assist Human Resources with correspondence concerning kettle workers.
Assist the volunteer coordinator in arranging volunteers for required kettle sites.
Maintain appropriate security for the collection and distribution of kettles.
Deliver counter kettles to collection sites using official vehicles.
Develop and maintain good communication with sites and their representatives.
Track the locations of counter kettles in stores and restaurants.
Arrange pickup of counter kettles as needed using official vehicles.
Send follow-up correspondence to sites after Christmas and brief follow-up correspondence when the Kettle Bell Ringing Program is finished.
Maintain an appropriate image of The Salvation Army and support its mission at all times.
Report serious issues and occurrences to the supervisor.
Comply with facility policies and procedures, dress code, ethics, and confidentiality requirements.