Kettle Coordinator

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
The Kettle Coordinator ensures the smooth running of the Kettle Campaign, maximizing donations and coordinating volunteers. A Kettle Coordinator recruits, trains, schedules, and monitors the work of volunteer bell ringers ensuring ample staff to meet location needs.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

-Recruit, train, direct and work alongside volunteers

-Schedule volunteers, ensuring all kettle locations are covered daily

-Fosters and maintains positive working relationships with kettle sites, addressing issues as they arise
-Coordinate the schedule for kettle volunteers and respond to emergency absences, etc 
 - Stand on kettles as vacant spaces dictate
 -Expected to work in cooperation with the Divisional Public Relations Department
 -Keep accurate records of volunteer information, using the Kettle Program
 -Ensure kettle locations are kept well-stocked with supplies (i.e. sign in sheets, PPE, cleaning supplies, etc.)
  -Contact churches, businesses and other organizations to fill volunteer spots on kettles 
  -Coordinate the delivery and pick-up kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations
  -Some involvement in counting and depositing of kettle monies
  -Coordinate retrieval of all equipment from kettle locations at conclusion of campaign
  -Prepare brief for future kettle coordinators at the conclusion of the campaign
  -Work with Officer(s) to ensure recognition given to volunteers at conclusion of campaign
  -Represent The Salvation Army in a positive, professional manner 
   -Perform other position related duties as required

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Internal:
     Corps Officers
     Employees 
     Volunteers 

External:
     Community Partners
     Kettle site contacts

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:
     Reports to the Community and Family Services Supervisor or Corps Officer
     Responsible for his/her own time effort
     May demonstrate work methods to new employees or volunteers

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
     The incumbent is involved in minor financial matters regularly, or on a relief basis, or has responsibility for the wise use of his/her own resources. He/She may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash. The incumbent has very little input into the annual budget.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
     The incumbent's work environment is typically in the Office, home office, Car and/or Malls/Stores
     The incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions: Driving in winter and non-routine schedule
     The incumbent is required to travel in and around Saskatoon
     The incumbent works on-call and carries a cell phone

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
     Completion of High School (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable) 
     Valid Driver's license

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
     More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience
     Experience in office administration
     Experience with Microsoft excel, Microsoft Word
     Experience with general office equipment and a proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Skills and Capabilities:
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
 Ability to lift and carry equipment of light to moderate weight in winter conditions will be required
 Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced office setting
 Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
  Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
•    Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
•    Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills. 
•    Self-motivated and disciplined. 
•    Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
•    Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
•    Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment. 
•    Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
 

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $16.60 to $20.76 with a maximum of $24.90.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.