Corps Program Assistant

Description

LOCATION : Phoenix Citadel Corps

STATUS : FT / 40hrs / wk / Flex schedule to meet program needs

MISSION STATEMENT

The Salvation Army (TSA), an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Under the direction of the corps officer(s), the corps program director will assume a variety of responsibilities geared towards providing relevant and meaningful programs and activities for children, youth and adults in the corps. This position will reflect a significant emphasis on program and relational ministry which will include program planning and anticipated outcomes.

This position is outcome based, meaning that over an agreed period of time, memorable and visible results of increased youth and young adult attendance and involvement will be expected. This will include recruiting and getting people from the community connected with the corps ministry programs. This can only be accomplished with & through the support of corps and local officers sharing the vision of ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related field of study.
• Must maintain strict standards in compliance with Protect the Mission policies of The Salvation Army.
• Uniformed wearing Salvationist in good standing.
• Knowledge of The Salvation Army beliefs and practices and be in agreement and live in accordance to TSA and Biblical standards.
• Possess a knowledge of The Salvation Army youth work and / or USA Salvation Army programs
• Must be 21 years or older and possess or obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Must pass a MVR check with a clean driving record.
• Ability to drive Salvation Army vehicles (which includes 14 passenger bus, 25 passenger bus)
• Must be able to obtain CDL by end of probationary period if not in position of one.
• Demonstrated experience in working with other youth workers in either a team or supervisory role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide age range of people.
• Demonstrated ability in program planning and management.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with various levels of staff, volunteers, and congregants.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and handle social and multimedia platforms related to the corps.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Outreach

Discipleship

Leadership

Music

Special Projects

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis.

The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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