Director of Student Ministries

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Royal Oak, MI

About The Position

The Director of Student Ministries serves as a spiritual mentor, organizer, and leader within the corps, dedicated to guiding students and young adults in their faith journey while fostering a vibrant community of discipleship, service and community outreach. This role oversees youth programs, Bible studies and special events while coordinating volunteers, managing administrative tasks, and partnering with corps officers to strengthen student ministries and encourage future church leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in youth or ministry related field; or equivalent combination of education and practical experience in Christian ministry and youth work
Demonstrate an active faith in Jesus Christ, as well as ongoing personal spiritual development
Effective communication across diverse age groups (students, young adults, parents, church leadership)
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Compassion and cultural sensitivity in ministry outreach and counseling for spiritual guidance
Ability to lead a Bible Study
Creativity in developing youth activities and fellowships
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and other productivity tools
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Experience with social media platforms
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Complete Safe From Harm train the trainer, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with students by providing spiritual support and direction through youth fellowship programs
Provide a method of individual visits with young people to determine their spiritual status, areas of interest and personal goals for the future. Discipleship leading to encourage soldiership (church membership), as well as officership or local officership to the students
Work with the Community Center Director and Character Building leaders for outreach and evangelism to unchurched students involved in these programs
Interface with corps officers, program leaders and other employees, community activity groups and program participants
Keep in contact with college students and young adults through communication such as emails, texts, cards, care packages, communicating prayer requests and updates to officers and congregation
Recruit and coordinate parents and volunteers needed to support the student ministries of the corps
In conjunction with the YPSM, develop, schedule and chair the Youth Pastoral Care Council to meet at least 2 times per year
Maintain contact with all youth leaders involved in corps youth work and encourage and develop new leadership training/mentorship of leaders
Work closely with the YPSM and other youth leaders to plan the calendar for each year being sure to obtain a balance in each of the ministry areas listed in basic functions
Provide leadership for corps Student Ministry programs
Oversee and communicate with the volunteer leaders for Youth Night Activities
Plan for youth participation in camps, mission events, retreats, community events, divisional events and other spiritual growth activities
Conduct a regular Bible Study for college students and young adults (career)
Plan and communicate special events, fellowships, trips, leadership training, camps and job opportunities within The Salvation Army for college students and young adults (career)
Provide support and leadership for divisional youth events. Responsible for arranging leadership as well as transportation details in keeping with the Safe From Harm requirements
Participate as a member of the day camp staff as appropriate and needed (approved by the Corps Officer)
Prepare a Student Ministries Calendar of events
Handle all correspondence relating to Royal Oak Citadel student ministries
Responsible for recording and processing information relative to statistics and finances of the youth groups
Organize fundraisers for special projects and trips
Attend staff meetings and other meetings as requested
Serve as a member of Corps Council
Be involved in conferences and other youth-related opportunities (as approved by the Corps Officer) for education and growth, and encourage other leaders to do the same
Meet with the Corps Officer on a regular basis to keep him/her informed of the student activities and ministry
Perform other duties as assigned
Uniform wearing Salvationist and become a soldier of the Royal Oak Salvation Army Corps

Benefits

Health Care Benefits which include: Medical Dental Vision Hearing Flexible spending accounts AFLAC Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes: Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment.
Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays are effective immediately.