Divisional Youth, Family, & Community Engagement Specialist

Job Objective: Responsible for the development, promotion, resourcing, and administration of programming for youth with an emphasis in evangelism, community, and the external assets in Search Institutes 40 Developmental Assets for the division. This position aids local units in the division to obtain and maintain community center and youth programming licenses as required by the state and provides administrative support to the Divisional Youth and Candidates Secretary.

Essential Functions

Youth & Family Ministries

• Responsible for program implementation and resourcing the local units with program needs (e.g., Character Building and Kids Club) including, but not limited to, assisting with resource material, registrations, and completion tracking.
• Administer youth ministry completion and achievement for the division.
• Advise, consult, encourage, and promote the development and implementation of the children's ministries in the division using the 40 Developmental Assets.
• Plan and implement rallies including but not limited to character building and The Salvation Army Outdoors (TSAO) events/activities.
• Assist in the planning and programming for camps w including the hiring process and participant recruitment.
• Manage and maintain records and registrations for youth ministry in the division.
• Plan and coordinate youth ministry programs for summer camps and divisional events.
• Maintain college engagement through visitations, networking, etc.
• Increase the engagement with the Summer Mission Team and promote participation in the division.
• In coordination with the Youth Spiritual Formation & Leadership Development Specialist, provide training for local youth leaders with the focus of programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned as related to the needs of the position.

Community Engagement

• Help the local units evaluate their community youth engagement.

• Ensure that all programs for youth and young adults are inclusive and engage all social, racial, and ethnic communities.
• Become the leading expert in Kansas Child Care Center licensing in order to assist all Salvation Army Community Centers to obtain and maintain the necessary licensing.
• Provide support and guidance for divisional community center and recreational programs.

The Salvation Army Outdoors (TSAO)

• Lead TSAO ministries for the division including any trainings and TSAO camp ministries.
• Manage TSAO resources for the divisional local units.
• Plan, promote, and train local leaders in TSAO activities and programs.
• Implement TSAO at summer camps.
• Coordinate and communicate with territory-level colleagues for TSAO training sessions.
• Participate in special meetings in support for TSAO training programs throughout the division as requested.

Program Resource Management

• Manage general correspondence for the department.
• Provide administrative support for various divisional events and camps, via camp management software.
• Manage invoice processing.

Safe from Harm

• Ensure that the Safe from Harm guidelines are adhered to and that youth leaders are adequately trained.

Additional Duties

• Represent The Salvation Army by carrying out the mission in all aspects of our services.
• Assist in planning and organizing all special event coordinated by the KWM Youth Department
• Participate in set up, and clean- up from all divisional youth events.
• Work with the Youth Department in all related duties as assigned.
• This position has an essential role in fulfilling the full mission of the Salvation Army. As a result of the integral nature of this responsibility, engagement in a local corps youth programming and active membership in a Salvation Army Corps is preferred.
• Perform regular work duties at the Divisional Camp each summer and participate in Salvation Army camping ministry.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in Education, Christian ministries, or related field preferred.

Experience: Three years' experience in a related field; three years' experience serving in The Salvation Army youth ministry programming preferred

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:

• An ability to effectively and efficiently people, projects and budgets.
• An understanding of the Biblical standards and ministry of The Salvation Army.
• A desire and ability to work with young people and the ability to motivate and inspire people to see the importance of Youth programming in The Salvation Army.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to promote TSA through public speaking, written work and effectively work well with others.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.

Supervisory Responsibility: Divisional Youth Ministry volunteers.

Physical Requirements: Include sitting, walking and standing for extended periods of time; bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, and twisting; grasping, pushing, and pulling objects; reaching overhead; lifting up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel:

• Represent children's ministries programs throughout the KWM division and territorial events as directed by Divisional Youth & Candidates Secretary.
• Participate in special meeting in support of Character Building, Vacation Bible School, and Divine Sunday Programs throughout the division as requested, etc.
• Responsible for six quarterly visits to corps for annual consult involving Children's ministry programs.
• Fleet vehicle required for travel (provided by Divisional Headquarters)

Driving/Travel: This position requires an employee to drive. Employee must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet safety program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business. Some same-day or overnight travel may be required to attend seminars/ workshops/ camps as assigned (or as requested with approval)

Working Conditions: Work performed in a typical office environment that will require willingness and ability to work irregular and extended hours; position will require some weekend and evening work along with eight weeks of office relocation at Three Trails Camp. Must be willing to work at the Divisional Camp throughout the summer youth camping season and participate in other off-site Youth Department programs.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission:

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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back to work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.