Christmas Kettle Coordinator

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 10/31/2025

Hourly Wage: $17.50

Status: Seasonal Full-time

Number of Positions: 1

Title: Christmas Kettle Coordinator

To apply go to 345 Columbus SE, Albany OR 97321 Monday - Friday 9:00AM -3:00PM

To apply online go to: Christmas Kettle Coordinator

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Job overview

The Salvation Army in Albany OR is looking for a Kettle Coordinator for the 2022 Christmas season. They will work in close cooperation with the Corps Officer and other leaders to support the total ministry of The Salvation Army by helping to aid in the transportation and driving of goods and persons related to the annual Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign and Toy Distribution.

Qualifications

1. Must be able to drive a full-size cargo van and pick-up donated food items from stores and individuals during the Christmas Season and other times as needed
2. Must be trustworthy.
3. Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
4. Must possess the ability to follow verbal and written instructions
5. Must have a pleasant disposition
6. Must be in good mental and physical health - possessing the ability to lift 70 pounds or more.
7. Maintain and manage a safe working environment.
8. Must be able to work well with others

Additional Qualifications:

• Incredibly strong organizational skills
• Good people skills
• Good public speaking and writing skills
• Flexible schedule
• Able to pass driving test administered by The Salvation Army and provide required documents

Essential Duties:

1. Coordinate all volunteers ringing bells
2. Assemble all kettle stands
3. Organize kettle supplies, Bells, Aprons, Supply bags, etc.
4. Schedule Kettle Workers
5. Deliver and set up kettles for workers
6. Pick up kettles as needed at end of day
7. Pick up the deposit slips daily
8. Other duties as assigned

• Mainly days, some evenings and weekends required.
• Hours may vary and overtime may be required.
• Temporary employment for Christmas season

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.