Ministry Leader- 11-145- SC/ Tustin Ranch Corps.

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
90000.00
United States, California, Tustin
10200 Pioneer Road (Show on map)
Apr 04, 2025
Description General 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. Position Summary The role of the Ministry Leader is to support and assist the Corps Officers in building a healthy Christ-centered community at the Tustin Ranch Corps. The focus of the position is church growth and as such will be heavily focused on community outreach and small group development. This position requires membership in The Salvation Army as a Soldier of the Tustin Ranch Corps. Essential Functions Visioning Support the Corps Officers (pastors) in casting the mission, vision, and direction of the ministry of the Tustin Ranch Salvation Army Corp. Collaborate with officers in developing a healthy organizational structure to support and fulfill The Salvation Army's mission. Ministry Lead outreach efforts in our local community to build the congregation of Tustin Ranch. Develop the Tustin Ranch Rooted and Small group ministry. Help Officers to shepherd the congregation, equip leaders for ministry, and preach the Bible. Live and articulate scriptures in a culturally relevant and spiritually effective manner. Facilitate necessary spiritual/pastoral counseling. Support visitation and involve former Salvation Army officers in the spiritual nourishment of the Corps. Mentor upcoming leaders in the congregation. Raise and promote teams to operate under the Love, Grow, Embrace, and Reach structure. Administration To ensure mission alignment, the Ministry Leader is co-responsible for the hiring and management of all church staff. Supervisor Tustin Ranch Ministry team including Generational Pastor, Multimedia Coordinator, Social Services Pastoral Care Leader. Supervision includes but is not limited to taking lead on staff meetings, performance evaluations, and staff development training schedule - follow up to ensure completion. Oversee, support, and promote spiritual connection between Corps and Salvation Army Social Services. Lead and promote innovative meetings to assess and promote successful communication between services, sermons, and worship teams. Along with the Corps officers, the Ministry Leader shall assign the duties of all staff and be responsible for their conduct, affirmation, and discipline as appropriate. Assist and support the spiritual care ministry when needed including OC Social Services staff Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Working Conditions Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Minimum Qualifications A minimum of BA degree in Ministry/Education/Leadership or other related subject or minimum of 5 years equivalent experience Meeting the biblical qualifications of a pastor Knowledge of Salvation Army theology, mission and practices Knowledge of conversational Spanish preferred Leadership skills that balance professionalism with personal humility Valid CA driver license, able to pass MVR report and safety classes Experience/working knowledge of Windows (Outlook, Excel, Word) Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Must have good spiritual disciplines including, but not limited to, a private devotional time, commitment to regular worship and giving. Ability to handle conflict and engage fruitfully with different personalities. Adaptive problem-solving skills in collaboration with others Demonstrate ability to motivate and empower both staff and leaders. Strong time-management practices Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience working with staff and volunteers Ability to recognize and maintain boundaries and confidentiality of information as appropriate Desire and ability to interact with people of all ages, ethnicities, religious background and gender If applicable, spouse should be involved and visible Qualifications Education Bachelors (required) Experience Experience/working knowledge of Windows (Outlook, Excel, Word) (preferred) A minimum of BA degree in Ministry/Education/Leadership or other related subject or minimum of 5 years equivalent experience (required) Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)