Christmas Kettle Driver

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 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 Driver is primarily responsible for securing and transporting Christmas Kettle Donations on a daily basis and for interacting in a pleasant way with volunteers and host locations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for the daily delivery and pick-up of kettles to/from sites ensuring the security of donations Coordinates with daytime staff to respond to daily changes in pick up plan.
• Fosters and maintains positive working relationships with kettle sites informing the coordinator or Corps Officer of conflicts/issues as they arise
• Manage inventory and replenish Kettle supplies when low; provide maintenance to Kettles and supplies Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Not all incumbents perform all of the duties described above but perform a similar range of duties.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Internal: Community & Family Services team (staff and volunteers) Corps Officers Kettle Coordinator

External: Community Partners volunteers store representatives

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

This position reports directly to theCorps Officer and Kettle Coordinator.

e This role works independently (within a team) and does not manage or supervise internal staff but may supervise volunteers.

• Represent The Salvation Army as directed.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Ensure that ministry unit policies and procedures are followed for the safe/secure handling of all monetary donations received and appropriate documentation is maintained.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary part-time position based on up to 27 hours per week.
• Some flexibility in scheduling required some weekend and evening work is required.
• The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• Working environment is driving from location to location and returning to the church.
• May deal with difficult people and verbal abuse.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• This job requires reaching bending and stooping frequently carrying heaw bags working in a sitting and standing position for periods of time.

Normal hours of work - see below

• Temporary Part Time: Monday to Saturday up to 27 hours per week
• Some afternoon driving and evenings from approximately 5:45pm-8:30pm fluctuating schedule flexibility will be required at times
• November 13 2025 December 24 2025.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armfs Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• A minimum I-year college diploma or equivalent
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• A minimum of one (1) years related experience
• Demonstrated ability to connect with others.
• Hold a valid Class 5 drivers licence and provide a copy of a drivers abtract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discrection. A program vehicle will be used for travel Skills and Capabilities:
• Display competence in developing and maintaining appropriate relationships
• Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.
• Comfortable driving at night
• A team player: ability to work in a compassionate respectful and non-judgmental manner
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Communication strong written verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
• Self-motivated/disciplined; a flexible self-starter with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with all in a culturally diverse environment Attentive listening skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion (i.e. The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening as required
• Ability and 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

Compensation:

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.