Corps Ministry Assistant-SC/Compton Corps.-11-015

The Salvation Army Southern California; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California seeks a Corps Ministries Assistant in Compton to lead and develop ministries, including youth programs, Bible studies, and family events. You will provide spiritual leadership, oversee programs, and help with administration and meal prep.

Key duties include coordinating worship services, supervising volunteers, supporting Women’s Ministry, and managing records and fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high‑school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge with Word, Publisher, and Excel.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license and driving ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Salvation Army religious services and youth programs.
• Coordinate community meetings, Bible study groups, and Women’s Ministry events.
• Assist in program operations, meal preparation, and seasonal drives.
• Maintain records, fundraising activities, and communications with corps members.
• Provide transportation support and ensure safety compliance for drivers.

Skills

Driving

MVR check

Background check

Flexible hours

Team player

Confidentiality

Cooking meals

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Publisher

Excel

Job description

Mission Statement

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.

Position Summary

The Corps Ministries Assistant must be a uniform salvationist committed to the Compton Corps, who will participate in the leadership and development of assigned ministries that are given oversight by the Corps. Ministries include but are not limited to Youth programs, Family Fun Fellowship, Special events at the corps, providing oversight to local Bible Study and Discipleship Groups and new Corps ministries that will be developing. The Corps Ministry Assistant will provide spiritual leadership and operational management to maintain The Salvation Army programs, members, and services of the Corps.

Essential Functions

• Conduct Salvation Army religious services including but not limited to Corps programs such as Troops, Sunday School, Nursery, teen night (YPL) and young adult programs, Corps Cadets and Jr Soldiers, Sports and other mid‑week or weekend services as needed and as directed. Provide material, training, resources, direction and notification to each person responsible for the program in a timely manner.
• Conduct or assist in group community meetings such as Music classes, Annual Christmas Play, CCM, Encore and Bible Bowl.
• Conduct and support Women’s Ministry meetings including Home League and other women’s ministry meetings, including Regional, Divisional, or territorial events, on or off campus, as needed and as directed.
• Assist in program management and successful operations, including but not limited to pastoring soldiers, friends, and interested community members, visiting Corps members and community members (including shut‑ins).
• Driving for programs such as VBS, Day Camp, Troops, YPL, Summer Camp, picking up donations or toys, driving seasonal workers, corps members and assisting in seasonal operations, and picking up materials or food for the corps, as needed and as directed.
• Assist in weekly meal prep, including but not limited to preparing, cooking, cleaning, sanitation, doing dishes, serving, packaging meals and meal delivery as directed when needed.
• Assist in program management and successful operations including but not limited to business matters affecting and relating directly to assigned corps, maintaining fiscal integrity of the assigned corps (including complete and proper record keeping and security), and ensuring high standards of stewardship for funds, property and resources.
• Keep the PTM files for all volunteers up to date and ensure all have proper training and required paperwork in files.
• Assist in seasonal operations such as Toy Drives, Food Drives and Angel Tree, including Christmas sign‑ups, and other holiday events such as Harvest Fest, Easter Holy Week and other holidays or special events, as directed and as needed.
• Maintain proper records, including statistical, financial, PTM and others required.
• Count income three times a week with an unrelated person or with the officer and take deposit to the bank when officer is not available. Send receipt records to DHQ after every deposit.
• Maintain good public relations, function in harmony with The Salvation Army guidelines, promote, direct and support special events and activities for assigned corps.
• Data entry including but not limited to Gift‑in‑Kind, stats and Corps Management, Wellsky and Kettle Web (Goldie).
• Answer the telephone, make phone calls, answer the door when available, and interact with clients needing services. Good communication skills are a must.
• Assist in fundraising activities including but not limited to Kettle Kick Off, bell ringing and other fundraising efforts for the successful operation of the Compton Corps, as needed.
• Assist in social services programs such as food distribution, homeless services, senior programs and other social services programs only when needed.
• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting program demands.
• Be reliable.
• Must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License.
• Must successfully complete The Salvation Army’s driver safety program before driving and will be required to recertify annually as required.
• Must meet certification by and participation in The Salvation Army’s Fleet Safety Program. (The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy dictates that an employee may not obtain more than two (2) moving violations or accidents within any 12‑month period; see The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy)
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Corps Officer.

Pay Rate

$16.90 – $20.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high‑school diploma or GED equivalent. Additional education helpful.
• Basic computer knowledge and typing skills, including Word, Publisher, and Excel.
• Ability to use multi‑line network telephone system.
• Minimum of 2 years ministry experience required, Salvation Army ministry programs preferred, but not required.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Driving test and pass MVR check.
• A criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
• Able to function in a fast‑paced, frequently changing environment.
• Must possess good relationship skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings.
• Must be committed to The Salvation Army’s Christian mission and ministry.
• Detail oriented, self‑motivated and team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.
• Must have a willingness and flexibility to learn and do new tasks, including but not limited to EDS and Canteen service.
• Must have knowledge of cooking and preparing meals and a willingness to prepare meals for large numbers of people when needed.
• Must pass the food handling training.