Temporary Corps Ministry Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Corps Ministry Assistant in California. This role coordinates youth and family ministry activities, supports mission-driven programs, and oversees administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day ministry operations in alignment with The Salvation Army's mission.

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, you will supervise volunteers, plan bible lessons, promote programs, and coordinate fundraising and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CA driver's license required.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with youth programs preferred.
• Experience in ministry and church context preferred.
• Experience in Christian education preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee church leadership, youth, and family ministry activities.
• Plan and teach bible lessons.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteers.
• Promote youth and family programs and partnerships.
• Coordinate fundraising efforts and outreach activities.
• Support community center programs, events, and services.
• Manage registrations, communications, and records for programs.
• Connect families to ministry opportunities and education services.
• Provide program planning resources and materials.
• Oversee daily office operations and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Manage calendars, inquiries, and general correspondence.
• Maintain personnel and volunteer records including timesheets.
• Coordinate Kettle Campaigns, Angel Tree, and partnerships.
• Drive for ministry programs as needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The Corps Ministry Assistant reports to the Program Coordinator. This position is responsible for coordinating youth and family ministries, supporting the planning and execution of mission-driven programs that meet the spiritual needs of the community and congregation, and overseeing administrative, operational, and financial functions to ensure effective day-to-day ministry operations in support of The Salvation Army's mission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and participate in church leadership, youth, and family ministry activities
• Plan and teach bible lessons
• Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteers for ministry programs and activities
• Promote youth and family programs, community initiatives, and partnerships
• Develop and coordinate fundraising efforts and outreach activities for youth and family programs
• Support community center programs, special events, worship services, and social service activities
• Manage registration, marketing, communications, statistics, and family records for ministry programs
• Connect families served through education and social services to ministry opportunities
• Provide program planning support, resources, and materials for programs
• Oversee daily office operations and maintain a welcoming environment
• Manage calendars, meetings, appointments, correspondence, phones, mail, and general inquiries
• Maintain personnel, volunteer, training, and program records, including timesheets, leave requests, and administrative documentation
• Manage office supplies and maintain records in the Corps Management System
• Process accounts payable, income transactions, donations, and financial records; assist with financial tracking and reporting
• Coordinate Kettle Campaigns, Angel Tree programs, Family Life Skills Program partnerships, and volunteer scheduling
• Drive for ministry programs and activities as needed
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• CA driver's license (required)
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience working with youth (2 years preferred)
• Experience in Christian education (preferred)
• Experience in ministry and church context
• Experience with Microsoft programs

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Great communication skills
• Ability to lead group activities and events
• Computer and social media literate
• Detail oriented

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army: Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

Behaviors

Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

• Bachelors of Business Administration (preferred)
• High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience

• Experience with Microsoft programs (preferred)
• Experience in ministry and church context (preferred)
• Experience in Christian education (preferred)
• 2 years: Experience working with youth (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Motor Vehicle Check (required)
• Driver's License (required)
• Background Check (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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