Job Description

DescriptionTo co-ordinate the operations of collecting and processing donations for the 2024 Vernon Salvation Army Kettle Campaign.Hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• 12 week contract duration: October 15, 2024 to December 31, 2024.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May assist in the recruitment of Kettle volunteers, assisting with orientation & performance management.
• Coordinates the schedule for kettle volunteers, and responds to emergency absences, etc.
• Fosters and maintains positive working relationships with kettle sites, addressing conflicts/issues as they arise
• Coordinates the pick up of kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations
• May hosts at kettle, as required, to ensure necessary coverage for breaks, etc
• May assume responsibility for coordinating kettle counters and/or overseeing counting donations
• Record statistical data and prepare daily/weekly spreadsheets, as required, for local/divisional/territorial offices
• Assists and participates with the team in local seasonal advertising and social media campaigns, and local on-site events.
• Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Education/Certifications:

• Completed high school diploma.
• Valid Driver\'s License and clean driver\'s abstract
• Proof of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check or willing to obtain.
• Abuse prevention course through The Salvation Army. - we will provide the training
• Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must be qualified to work in Canada today to apply for this position - have a valid SIN

Experience:

• More than three months of prior related experience

Working Environment:

• Driving in winter
• May work a Non-routine schedule at times
• Required to travel up to 30% of the time
• Carries a cell phone.

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

• An understanding of and support for the Mission Statement of the Salvation Army in Canada
• Excellent customer/donor service ethics including the ability to deal with the public in a friendly manner
• A proven ability to work in a team setting as well as a willingness to take personal initiatives
• The ability to adapt to change and interruptions to a normal work routine, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A willingness to adhere to a dress code of modesty, neatness and cleanliness

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

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

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.

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