Ministry Leader

OVERVIEW:

The Ministry Leader is responsible for providing spiritual leadership and pastoral care within the Corps. This role emphasizes relational ministry, spiritual development, and the delivery of meaningful religious services and discipleship programs for all age groups. The Ministry Leader ensures alignment with Salvation Army doctrine and values while managing the spiritual and operational aspects of the Corps.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Salvation Army religious services: Sunday School, Worship Meetings, Bible Study, Prayer Meetings, Open-Air Meetings, and Council Meetings.
• Lead and coordinate discipleship and spiritual growth programs for children, youth, and adults.
• Provide pastoral care through home and shut-in visits.
• Promote and support special events and spiritual activities.
• Oversee all fundraising activities including holidays, donor engagement in coordination with DHQ Development, and requests to grants/foundations.
• Represent The Salvation Army in community and interfaith engagements.
• Supervise staff and volunteers with a focus on spiritual development and mission alignment.
• Maintain statistical and spiritual program reports.
• Attend and contribute to staff and administrative meetings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be a solider of The Salvation Army and must be able to wear a Salvation Army uniform while on duty. Must be committed to The Salvation Army mission, ministry, and aligned theologically.
• College degree or ministry certificate in leadership, or equivalent ministry experience preferred.
• Salvation Army soldier in good standing for over one year.
• Thorough knowledge of The Salvation Army beliefs, practices, and USA programs.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Crisis intervention and emotional support skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with staff and community partners.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Computer literacy in MS Office.
• Ability to work with diverse age groups.
• Program planning and sustainability expertise.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Knowledge of local community resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respond calmly in crisis situations.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Desktop/laptop computer
• Office 365 software
• Office equipment (photocopiers, scanners, calculators)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to operate phones and computers and comprehend written information.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Suggest methods for improving efficiency or cost savings.
• Communicate professionally with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the public.
• Use written and verbal communication effectively, including via modern technologies.

ADA Statement:

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 if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them

Bachelors of Leadership (required)

Strong leadership and supervisory experience. (required)
Must be a solider of The Salvation Army and must be able to wear a Salvation Army uniform while on duty. Must be committed to The Salvation Army mission, ministry, and aligned theologically. (required)
College degree or ministry certificate in leadership, or equivalent ministry experience preferred. (required)
Salvation Army soldier in good standing for over one year. (required)
Thorough knowledge of The Salvation Army beliefs, practices, and USA programs. (required)
Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and clean driving record. (required)

Driver's License (required)