Corps Ministry & Outreach Coordinator

The-Salvation-Arm; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Oakland is seeking a Corps Assistant to support the Corps Officers in guiding ministries, outreach, and youth programs. The role requires serving as a Christ-centered representative, coordinating volunteers, schedules, and operations with both English and Chinese communities.

Responsibilities span ministry planning, education center activities, administrative tasks, and event logistics, with emphasis on integrity, discretion, and cross-cultural collaboration within a

Qualifications

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Mandarin Chinese required (Cantonese preferred).
• Demonstrated Christian character, integrity, professionalism, and ministry leadership.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in ministry operations and program coordination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and cultures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist the Ministry Leader / Corps Officers in leading and coordinating Corps ministries, discipleship programs, worship services, outreach efforts, and community engagement initiatives.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and leading Sunday School, Bible studies, fellowship ministries, Corps Cadets, Junior and Senior Soldiers classes, and other discipleship programs.
• Develop, lead, and coordinate youth and family ministry programs, outreach activities, camps, Vacation Bible School (VBS), and spiritual growth opportunities.
• Co-lead and, when assigned, lead Bible studies, small groups, ministry gatherings, occasional preaching, and teaching responsibilities in both English and Chinese.
• Support Education Center programs including music, youth, family, and community programs.
• Assist in pastoral care, visitation, spiritual encouragement, and ministry support for Corps members, youth, families, seniors, and community members.
• Support and participate in Divisional, Territorial, and National programs, camps, conferences, and leadership development opportunities.
• Assist with seasonal ministry events including Thanksgiving outreach, Christmas programs, Angel Giving Tree, Red Kettles, Adopt-a-Family, summer programs, and other Corps initiatives.

Skills

English

Mandarin Chinese

Leadership abilities

Discretion and independent judgment

Written and verbal communication

Organizational & time management

Cross-cultural collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Salvation Army in Oakland is seeking a Corps Assistant to support the Corps Officers in guiding ministries, outreach, and youth programs. The role requires serving as a Christ-centered representative, coordinating volunteers, schedules, and operations with both English and Chinese communities.

Responsibilities span ministry planning, education center activities, administrative tasks, and event logistics, with emphasis on integrity, discretion, and cross-cultural collaboration within a