Kettle Driver at The Salvation Army in Canada

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose summary: The Christmas Kettle Campaign Driver is responsible for creating and implementing the organization and monitoring of Christmas Kettle Campaign Worker activities. They will also ensure adequate staffing is met prior to and during each shift.

KEY Accountabilities

• Responsible as a group work leader, provides direction and checks results.
• May participate in recruitment of staff and or volunteers
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites
• Deliver and pick-up kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations.
• Host at a kettle as required, ensuring necessary coverage for breaks, etc.
• Ensure that kettle locations have adequate supplies of literature etc.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a positive, professional manner.
• Record statistical data and prepare weekly time sheets as required.
• Post campaign; retrieve all equipment/supplies from various kettle locations.
• Perform other position related duties as required.
  
  

If required to assist by working at a Kettle location, the following is expected

• Greets and thanks donors courteously
• Presents a positive image (well-groomed/dressed) for TSA while on duty
• Remains at the Kettle for the full shift (until relieved), ensuring security of donations received
• Responds to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Health & Safety

In work with the public and collecting cash, extreme caution should be used at all times with regards to safety. With the use of a Vehicle, safe use of vehicle at all times.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Governance Boards and Councils: na

Internal: na

External: na

Managerial Responsibility

• Reports directly to Kettle Coordinator
• Direct reports: Corps Officer
  
  

Financial And Materials Management

The Supervisor should pre-approve any spending.

Working Conditions

The performance of the job requires frequently transporting kettle stands, driving and occasionally hosting kettles

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education And Experience Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

Completion of High School, Grade 12 or equivalent plus specialized courses of up to six(6) months.

NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

Skills and Capabilities

WHIMIS Training Fluent spoken and written English Valid Drivers license and clean driver’s abstract Criminal Record Check Excellent team and interpersonal skills Able to handle physical demands, which include lifting/carrying of items more than 20 pounds.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $20.64 with a maximum of $24.77.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.