Corps Mission Associate (8628)

The Salvation Army•Anniston, AL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for subscribing to, adhering to, and sharing the Doctrines, Mission, and Positions of The Salvation Army. The role serves as an evangelist to the community and constituency of the Corps, developing and leading worship services and ministerial programs, and providing spiritual guidance and leadership. The associate will serve the Corps by assisting the Corps Officer in planning, coordinating, administrating, monitoring, evaluating, and developing the day-to-day operations of the Corps. This includes developing and leading religious programs, participating in social service programs providing assistance to people in need, coordinating arrangements for seasonal programs, and recruiting/supervising volunteers. The role also involves supervising and scheduling Corps groups, community outreach programs, and social service work, as well as monitoring and maintaining adequate financing and budgetary compliance of the Corps operations. Participation in providing assistance to people in need is also a key aspect of the role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, Or Three years’ experience performing mission work or experience participating in program development for a church or corps. Or Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid State Driver’s License
Bon-a-fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ): This position requires an active, uniform-wearing Salvationist in good standing.

Responsibilities

Serves as an evangelist through the proclamation of Jesus Christ as redeemer with the intent of impacting the lives of men and women through spiritual regeneration; promotes membership into the body of Christ which includes but is not limited to The Salvation Army.
Assists Corps Officer and Program Coordinator in planning and implementing worship and outreach programs for the corps that reaches across all age groups.
Plans, develops, prepares, and leads specific youth ministries programs; leads or assists with regular meetings for Adventure Corps; prepares and coordinates or assists with production of Christian program materials and newsletters; assists in Sunday School teacher development.
Assists and partners with the Corps Officer(s) in developing Salvation Army evangelical mission outreach and growth; assesses local community needs and advises Corps Officer of findings; identifies specific areas to target for outreach growth; encourages and helps to train corps members for mission; develops a corps mission team where possible.
Assists in developing, leading and/or supporting Salvation Army evangelical mission programs and ministries in corps/club; plans, develops and coordinates bridging events between corps and persons served in mission, clubs, centers, shelters, etc.