Temporary Corps Ministry Assistant

The Salvation Army Southern California•Salinas, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
CA driver's license (required)
Experience in ministry and church context
Experience with Microsoft programs
Great communication skills
Ability to lead group activities and events
Computer and social media literate
Detail oriented

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent (preferred)
Experience working with youth (2 years preferred)
Experience in Christian education (preferred)

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