Corps Mission Specialist

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • Philadelphia, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Corps Mission Specialist serves as an evangelist to the community and develops pathways to community ministry and discipleship opportunities for adults and youth, providing spiritual guidance. The role plans, coordinates, administers, monitors, evaluates, and grows the day-to-day operations of Kroc programming in areas including Women’s Ministry, Men’s Ministry, Corps Cadets, Junior Soldiers, Sunday School, Character Building, selected special events, community outreach, community devotions, and ministry visitation. The specialist evangelizes through the proclamation of Jesus Christ as Redeemer, with the intent of spiritually regenerating and impacting people’s lives, and promotes membership in the body of Christ. The position is based at The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and reports to the Congregational Life Officers. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Requirements

• Exhibit a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for evangelism and outreach, both personally and at the ministry level.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrate mature Christian character and a passion for mission and youth.
• 1–2 years of progressive youth ministry leadership experience.
• Well-developed relational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing work environment and balance multiple tasks.
• Ability to function effectively without supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic administrative skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work as part of a team and with varied ethnic and socioeconomic populations.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Valid Pennsylvania State Driver’s License and ability to operate required fleet vehicles.
• Meet child protection clearance requirements under PA Act 153, including PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Understanding of and appreciation for the mission statements of The Salvation Army and the RJKCCC.

Nice To Haves

• Uniformed Salvationist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an evangelist to the community.
• Develop pathways to community ministry and discipleship opportunities for adults and youth, and provide spiritual guidance.
• Plan, coordinate, administer, monitor, evaluate, and grow day-to-day Kroc programming in areas including Women’s Ministry, Men’s Ministry, Corps Cadets, Junior Soldiers, Sunday School, Character Building, selected special events, community outreach, community devotions, and ministry visitation.
• Evangelize through the proclamation of Jesus Christ as Redeemer, with the intent of spiritually regenerating and impacting the lives of men and women.
• Promote membership in the body of Christ.
• Assist and partner with the Corps.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED