Youth Discipleship Programs Architect

tsainternal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division seeks a Youth Discipleship Ministries Specialist to oversee all youth ministry programs, train local leaders, manage divisional databases, and promote programs division-wide. The role emphasizes growth and sustainability of youth discipleship across the division.

This exempt, full-time position requires a bachelor’s degree preference, 3+ years in youth discipleship, and strong skills in curriculum development, event planning, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and Salvation Army experience expected.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading, coordinating, and evaluating youth discipleship programs.
• Experience with curriculum development, database management, leadership training, events, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Salvation Army youth programs and training of local leaders.
• Manage divisional databases and support corps registrations and reporting.
• Develop divisional strategies to grow youth discipleship across the division.
• Plan and implement summer camps and youth events with logistics.

Skills

Youth leadership

Curriculum development

Database management

Event planning

Staff training

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Corps Management System

Aplay

Microsoft 365

Job description

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division seeks a Youth Discipleship Ministries Specialist to oversee all youth ministry programs, train local leaders, manage divisional databases, and promote programs division-wide. The role emphasizes growth and sustainability of youth discipleship across the division.

This exempt, full-time position requires a bachelor’s degree preference, 3+ years in youth discipleship, and strong skills in curriculum development, event planning, and