Corps Ministries Director

Job Objective: The Corps Ministries Assistant will provide help in programming for all corps ministries and activities. In fulfilling assigned duties, this position will play a critical role in moving individuals from uninvolved members of the community to members of Salvation Army programs and corps and ultimately becoming fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. This position also allows a specific space for learning about corps ministry and the different aspects of the corps.

Essential Functions:

Ministry Programming

• Provide primary oversight for the following programs:

• Corps and Community Evangelism

• Corps Outreach

• Volunteers

• Dinner Church

• Recovery Meetings

• Youth Programming

• As a part of the ministry team, work to ensure that programming and communication engage participants throughout the continuum of ministries at the Corps (church) and Community Center

• Participate in corps financial goals by observing budget and support of fund-raising efforts.

• Teach or preach as needed

• Property upkeep and facility preparation for programming.

• Assist with special events as needed

• Participate in pastoral and evangelistic ministries, Pastoral Care Council, Corps Council and Youth and Adult Planning Committees.

• Represent the Army at community events [including, but not limited to; Service Clubs, Committee participation, school functions, and Ministerial Associations.]

• Participate in and coordinate, as assigned, the development of corps programming, worship arts, music programs, special programming [VBS, Day Camps, Corps Outreaches Character Building and Leadership Training for corps members.]

Volunteer Management

• Recruit, train, and place volunteers for the Corps and community center

• Ensure compliance with all related policies, including references and background investigations

• Maintain Volunteer Impact2 Database to The Salvation Army standards

• Recruit and train leaders for youth and adult ministries of the corps

Administration

• Complete statistical reporting for assigned areas

• Assist with the Red Kettle Campaign (Christmas) and other fundraising projects as assigned for financial reporting and depositing

Other Duties

• Attend Divisional and Territorial events as assigned

• Provide oversight to all Corps activities in the absence of the Corps Officers

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Minimum two years' post-secondary education and Bible training. Relevant experience and/or training may be considered in lieu of education requirements.

Experience: Demonstrated successful experience serving in youth or adult ministry with increasing levels of responsibility; experience serving in faith-based, social services organizations preferred; Experience providing program leadership to achieve program goals and objectives

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:

• Willing to promote the mission of The Salvation Army

• Able to lead and teach music class to various ages

• Strong personal commitment to upholding and promoting the mission of The Salvation Army

• Passion for seeing the integration of faith and services in a community setting

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects, priorities, and programs in a constantly changing environment

• Communication and management style that exhibits the principles and values of the Salvation Army as well as fosters team relationships and effectively communicates information

• Interpersonal skills that can engage others, encourage commitment to objectives and resolve problems

• Interpersonal style that is service oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of client departments

• Excellent attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies as it relates to project management

• Flexible style that also displays a willingness to learn

• Understanding of Corps/Community Center programming and how both are used to provide ministry outreach to the community

• Knowledge of Salvation Army programs for all age groups and how they relate to the spiritual formation of individuals

• Knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace

• Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher; MS Project and MS Access a plus

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Include vision, hearing, and speaking; actively participating in indoor and outdoor activities; standing for long periods; walking, running, bending, reaching; lifting up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel: Some travel to camps, events, workshops, and seminars as required

Driving: Driving is required. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office/community center environment and in the community, with some outdoor work required; evening and occasional weekend work will be required.

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.