LOCATION: Albuquerque Citadel & Temple

STATUS: FT 40hrs/wk (Flex schedule to accommodate program needs)

MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

HS Diploma or equivalent required Salvation Army soldier in good standing strongly preferred Understanding & adherence to The Salvation Army doctrine is essential Mature in Christian faith Self-starter who demonstrates excellent teamwork and who is detail oriented. Valid NM driver’s license, and able to drive a 15-passenger bus Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well with young people Skills in using general office equipment and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to write and speak in English and Spanish Must learn, pass, teach, & maintain Protect the Mission policies and protocols Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate youth activities & programs (including outreach, teen nights, field trips, special events, troops and assemblies) Co-operate and help to plan and execute VBS, Day Camp, and any other youth events that are prescribed (including the organizing and decorating of the Corps according to the theme) Utilize both Citadel and Temple worship space for best function and divide time with approximately 60% for Temple and 40% to Citadel. Prepare materials for class and maintain records for each class Maintain and update contact information, for students and volunteers, including ensuring appropriate background checks and PTM training are completed, and records kept Organize and prepare enrolment ceremonies of Junior Soldiers Organize the volunteers and teachers, including their training Prepare and submit reports to DHQ Give solid Biblical advice to children, teenagers and young adults Clean and organize youth areas Advertise each program in neighborhood areas

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