Seasonal Kettle Driver

Seasonal Kettle Driver

The purpose of this position is to work with the Corps Officer(s) to coordinate, supervise and oversee all aspects of the Corps seasonal responsibilities.

Essential Functions :

• Work with Corps Officer to contact all sites for kettle placement
• Secure permission to stand kettles and acquire all necessary documentation (certificates of insurance, etc.) for each site
• Work with stores to ensure compliance with expectations
• Work with Corps Officer(s) to contact agencies and acquire kettle workers, and to ensure proper training is in place for kettle worker expectations
• Ensure all bell ringer paperwork is processed appropriately and in a timely manner
• Work with Corps Officer to plan and implement a strategy to recruit, schedule and equip volunteers to stand kettles prior to the start of the kettle season and through the duration of the season
• Distribute daily kettle equipment to bell ringers and volunteers and follow proper check out procedures
• Maintain daily equipment inventory
• Organize and maintain a schedule for paid workers and volunteers to ensure all kettle sites are filled
• Ensure route drivers for all kettle routes are filled and that there is a driver for mid-afternoon to check up on sites
• Troubleshoot all aspects of the kettle program that arise throughout a typical bell ringing day (i.e. replacing equipment at locations, problem solving for last minute schedule changes, and anchoring communication for all staff and volunteers)
• Ensure efficient and effective communication takes place between Corps office and volunteers, and ensure effective communication is maintained between morning check out and evening check in of bell ringers and equipment
• Ensure there is always a driver available to pick up at each site when shifts are completed
• If necessary, work with Corps Officer to plan and implement a Kettle Orientation
• Work with the Corps Officers to assist with corresponding with volunteers and various volunteer groups within the community pertaining to opportunities to stand kettles
• Facilitate online Red Kettle and corporate kettle sponsorships
• Provide daily updates and reports to Corps Officer
• Assist with counting, depositing and data entry
• If needed, work with Corps Officer(s) to plan, organize and implement Angel Tree distribution
• Assist with all other duties as assigned by the Corps Officers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

This position requires driving :

Background Check :

Software-related skills : Microsoft Word and Excel required, Lotus Notes, Red Kettle Program, working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Physical Requirements : Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. 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.