Christmas Kettle Coordinator

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is part of a century old tradition to contribute towards building strong communities by helping TSA to give hope to other.

Kettle Coordinator position is a short-term contract position. The successful candidate is responsible for oversight of several Christmas Kettle locations in a given geographical zone area. Zone locations include shopping malls, grocery stores and retail outlets.

Employement terms :

• Position type: Full time Contractual - between 30 and 40 hours per week according to the needs.
• Length of contract: The position will end as of January 10, 2025.
• Work location: 51 Metropolitan Ave. in Sackville NS, but the coordinator is responsible for the kettles in Bedford/Sackville/Dartmouth.
• The wage is $20 per hour.

Incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties as below:

• Attend a day of training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle Campaign.
• Provide support in getting Kettles to zone locations prior to volunteer arrival at Campaign onset.
• Ensure all Kettle donations are delivered to secure location at shift completion.
• Communicate daily issues and supply deficiencies to City/Assistant Coordinator.
• Orient and remind volunteers on proper Kettle handling and duties as required.
• Supervise, support and assign (as required) Kettle Volunteers throughout the Campaign.
• Participate in the recruitment of new volunteers.
• Visit locations during shift changes and intermittently.
• Ensure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely (weekly basis).
• Remain at the Kettle for the full shift (until relieved), ensuring security of donations received.
• Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and education requirements:

• Some high school coursework, completion of high school is an asset.

Experience:

• A minimum of one year of related experience or working in customer service.
• Money handling experience is an asset.
• Related experience is an asset.

• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).
• A Driver's Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle required.
• Enthusiastic Team Player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lift 9 to 12 kgs (20 - 25 lbs).
• Strong customer service skills; enjoy liaising and working with people of all ages and abilities.
• Willingness to be flexible and work well under pressure with daily timelines and changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in the handling of donor, volunteer, and organizational information.

Closing Date: October 18, 2024

APPLY BY EMAIL: Brent.Haas@salvationarmy.ca

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

Please note any offer of employment will be conditional upon a background check.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.