Christmas Kettle Coordinator-11-166-SC / San Luis Obispo

Description

Mission 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.

Position Summary

The Christmas Kettle Coordinator is responsible for the preparation, execution, and management of the annual Christmas Kettle Campaign for The Salvation Army of SLO by coordinating, communicating, and supporting the volunteers and staff who participate in the campaign, and working with the Corps Officer through the Christmas season.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Check all equipment to make sure it is in good shape and ready for use. Maintain kettle equipment. This will involve making sure that the kettles, kettle stands, bells, and aprons are always clean and in good condition.
• Assist with placing any help wanted advertising for bell ringers in newspapers, etc.
• Make sure all stands and signs are delivered to kettle sites the day before kettles are scheduled to begin; and picked up at the end of the campaign season.
• The coordinator must be available at the beginning and end of each day to assign volunteers to sites (matching the best volunteers with most productive sites), discuss problems, and answer questions.
• Coordinates the usage of volunteers for kettles and special events.
• Establish driver schedules and routes.
• Perform "spot checks" on volunteers throughout the day to ensure the best possible image is being presented.
• Troubleshoot any problems that come up with bell ringers, managers, drivers, etc.
• Keep records of the assignment of each kettle volunteer and work cooperatively with the Corps Officer to monitor the locations' productivity.
• Assist with the accounting of kettle money. This will involve ensuring that each kettle contains a slip of paper with the date, location, volunteer, and time in / out and that all kettles are accounted for at the end of the day
• Inventory all equipment at the end of the season.
• Prepares a season-ending brief.
• Other seasonal duties as assigned within scope of the position.

Working Conditions

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 to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Qualifications

Experience

High School Diploma or AA Degree in General Education (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

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