Seasonal Kettle Coordinator The main function of the seasonal Kettle Coordinator is to provide leadership and oversight to the entire Red Kettle fundraising campaign. This includes coordinating the hiring of seasonal workers, scheduling work shifts for Bell Ringers, Kettle Drivers, and volunteers, and maintaining a great working relationship with store managers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Create, monitor, and adjust as needed a weekly Bell Ringers shift schedule and another schedule for Kettle Drivers work shifts. Ensure that no one works overtime unless authorized by Corps Officer.
Communicate all work schedules to seasonal employees by distributing printed copies and through a dedicated Facebook page. Communicate real-time changes in schedules to Drivers by using the dedicated mobile phones assigned to each route.
Meet daily with Kettle Drivers to address route schedules, vehicle assignments, and equipment needs.
Monitor the Kettle Office phone and clear messages daily to maintain up-to-date communication with seasonal employees.
Coordinate other staff and volunteers to cover the Kettle Office phone while attending to other duties.
Meet with Corps Officer regularly to discuss the progress of campaign and any concerns that may arise.
Input employee hours worked into Register-2-Ring daily and ensure that all paid time reports are submitted to payroll according to stated payroll due dates/times.
Communicate regularly with the Volunteer Coordinator to confirm volunteer assignments and adjust the Master Kettle Worker Schedule as needed.
Direct Kettle Drivers to maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness and maintain all equipment.
Complete an Inventory and Condition Report of all Red Kettle Campaign equipment and resources at the end of the season. Ensure that all equipment is accounted for and stored in the appropriate location.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications
Education/Experience
Minimum High School Diploma
SkillsAbility to work with a diverse population in a professional manner building relationships
Experience in working with management
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to access and produce information from a computer
Ability to motivate and encourage staff and volunteers
DrivingPossession of a valid in-state driver's license is required.
An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies.
Background Check:
Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies.
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 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 request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.
