POSITION TITLE:   Kettle Coordinator

STATUS:  Temporary/Seasonal, Non-Exempt

The approximate start date is November 1st and ends December 24th. 

 

Join a team where you can offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable opportunities for people in need in your local community!

The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major US city and over 120 countries around the globe, it’s a place where people can invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the US, we serve people with food to shelter opportunities and almost everything in between. We are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that make up a huge western region team. In other words, we’re committed to being big and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward. 

 

General Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Scope Of Position:
The Christmas Kettle Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the day to day operations of the Christmas Kettle Fundraising
Program. This will include but is not limited to: scheduling and supervision of staff and volunteers as well as the placement and
collection of red kettles.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a High School graduate or equivalent. Some post-secondary education is preferred. Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license. Must pass The Salvation Army‘s in-house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check. Must pass a criminal background check. Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability)  Must be at least 21 years old or older. 

Essential Functions

Ensure all equipment (signs, stands, kettles, bells, aprons, kettle locks) are clean and in good working order. Ensure kettle signs and stands are delivered and stored according to store manager instructions prior to the first day of kettles. Contact all store managers by letter or phone to seek their permission to establish a kettle site at their location. Acquires necessary documentation (insurance, etc.) for each site. Work with Business Operations Manager to hire and train paid Bell Ringers. Also trains volunteer Bell Ringers. Develop and distribute weekly Bell Ringer/Driver schedule, coordinating with Volunteer Coordinator to incorporate a goal of 50% volunteer Bell Ringers. Perform “spot checks” on staff and volunteers throughout the day to ensure The Salvation Army is being represented appropriately. Collect and verify daily time slips for all paid staff to ensure accuracy prior to submitting to Administrative Assistant for processing. Troubleshoot issues that may hinder successful daily kettle operations. Monitor Bell Ringer / site productivity and work with Business Operations Manager to make adjustments as necessary. Be familiar with and ensure seasonal staff and volunteers maintain Protecting the Mission compliance. Adherence to employee dress codes while working. Other seasonal duties as assigned by Business Operations Manager and Corps Officers.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Must possess the ability to work as part of a dynamic, high-performing team and maintain confidentiality. Must have the ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds and communicate well with the general public. Willingness to accept and support the mission of The Salvation Army. Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways of doing things while keeping pace with multiple priorities. Possess the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional, and courteous manner. Excellent scheduling skills with the ability to change plans at a moment’s notice due to last-minute absences and store
availability. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Possesses general accounting and bookkeeping knowledge. Ability to use basic office machines/equipment. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word & Excel. Able to pass a motor vehicle check as well as complete The Salvation Army driving test. Possess a willingness to periodically drop off and pick up kettles.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, run, jump, and twist on an intermittent and sometimes continuous basis. Maintain the ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, reach overhead, and carry office supplies. Maintain the ability to operate a computer, telephone, and similar technologies. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

 

Working Conditions:

Work is performed inside and outside inclement weather, and there may be some physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomfort with noise, rain, snow, dust, dirt, and similar.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to reassign, review the job, or require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization’s needs or when circumstances change.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as employees to undermine the Salvation Army's religious mission.

Work Schedule / Location:  Dependent on the corps needs and assigned by supervisor

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position.The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable, and no undue hardship would result.

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required.  The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.