Kettle Coordinator

THE SALVATION ARMY • Little Rock, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kettle Coordinator recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors employee and volunteer bell ringers to ensure adequate staffing at kettle locations. The position maintains records and databases related to daily kettle income, prepares program reports and work-hour documentation, coordinates special events, and supports community relationships. The coordinator also drives Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles and supplies and assists with counting, recording, and depositing funds. The listed duties are not all-inclusive, and other job-related tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, and one year of experience working with kettle fundraising programs preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying equipment weighing less than 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with kettle fundraising programs.

Responsibilities

• Interview, recruit, screen, and select bell-ringing staff and volunteers to ensure kettle sites are covered.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work for staff and volunteers; provide instruction; and review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Maintain contact with staff and volunteers, respond to questions and concerns, address problems, and recognize workers through correspondence, in person, or by phone.
• Maintain current records and databases of daily kettle income; prepare reports on program status; and provide documentation of hours worked.
• Plan, coordinate, and prepare special events; prepare recognition plaques and certificates; and maintain event records.
• Meet with community leaders and organizations to discuss Salvation Army needs.
• Drive Salvation Army vehicles to deliver and collect kettles and supplies at kettle locations.
• Assist with counting, recording, and depositing kettle funds.
• Perform special-project work and other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED