Job Description

Description

The Salvation Army is looking for outgoing, personable, and self-motivated individuals who want to make a positive impact in their community. If you love the art of conversation, can engage the public and inspire them to donate to the cause, then you should join our team as a Christmas Kettle Host Driver. Every dollar raised through this program goes back into the community to help feed, clothe, and shelter those in need, while helping others escape violence and addiction.

HOURS:

• This is a temporary seasonal position. Hours may vary with candidate from 15-30 hours per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Host Kettle location and engage with public to encourage donations
• Set up, take down, care and monitoring of Kettles during shift
• Respond to donor / public questions and or make appropriate referral Liaise with Regional Coordinator; report any issues or concerns to Coordinator
• Liaise with store or property personnel / staff
• Issue charitable tax receipt when necessary
• Manage inventory and request supplies when necessary
• Replenish materials for your designated locations
• Safely collect and deliver donations from designated locations back to local office

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Sensitivity to social issues within our community
• Highly accountable, disciplined in standards, and results-driven
• Interest in learning and applying feedback
• Ability to work independently & part of a team
• Previous Sales Experience and asset
• Interest in working outdoors
• Can lift objects up to 25lbs
• Ability to stand for 5 hours
• Valid Drivers License
• Positive working attitude
• Positively represents The Salvation Army and reflect its mission and core values

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

• Fundraising experience
• Multiple languages an asset

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to:

• Attend a Kettle Host training session
• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean drivers abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

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.

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

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.