Community & Athletic Ministries Director

The Salvation Army

North & Central Illinois Division

Position Description

Decatur Corps of Macon County

Position Title: Community & Athletic Ministries Director

Report To: Corps Officer(s)

Supervises: Community Center Staff & Volunteers

Salary Grade: 207

Salary Range: $52,000 - $62,400

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in physical education, public health and/or human services and/or three years' experience.
• Three years' experience in organizing youth ministries and community center opportunities, athletic opportunities (e.g., events and leagues), along with experience and knowledge of fitness and/or exercise regiments.

Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate electronically, verbally and in-writing are essential. The ability to write reports, to effectively present information and respond to questions from community groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Candidates must have a passion for fulfilling the mission of The Salvation Army and must be articulate in presenting the same to others.
• Candidates Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Candidates must be open to some additional and/or flexibility with hours as needed, especially, during the Christmas season.

Certifications:

• Candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background inquiry and annual motor vehicle check with a valid driver's license.
• The individual must obtain CPR/Blood Borne Pathogen training within 90 days of employment.
• Having knowledge of The Salvation Army, Federal and State Government, and community resources is beneficial.
• Must have valid driver's license and can obtain clearance through the Army's insurance carrier; must undergo a criminal background check and attend The Salvation Army's "Safe from Harm" training along with other mandated trainings.
• Individual must be willing to become familiar with and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army 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 Christ. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:

The Coordinator of Community & Athletic Ministries will provide leadership and accountability for managing all aspects of community center ministries. This position will develop, integrate, and evaluate a pro-active and thorough schedule of programming and outreach opportunities to enhance the youth, athletic and recreational ministries experience. Additionally, this position is responsible for a variety of related community and departmental relations as well as resource/budget management.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the director for all activities happening within the Community Center, providing services to youth, adults, and the community at large.

• Manage the daily schedule of The Salvation Army of Decatur, youth and athletic ministries including (but not limited to): sports leagues, clinics community-based activities, community center-based leagues, rentals, and day events.
• Maintains records of memberships, attendances, financials records for management and grants purposes.
• Ensures members confidentiality in accordance with established procedures and regulations.
• Participates in quality assurance activities with leadership team, evaluating program effectiveness and outcomes.
• Participates in training and workshops as directed by the Corps Officers.
• Institute a new Day Camp program. Plan and manage the annual Summer Day Camp program, overseeing essential seasonal personnel and elements related to this program.
• Develop and manage a of Decatur After-School program, overseeing essential personnel and elements related to this program.
• Develop and manage targeted Older Adult ministries based on community demographics/needs.
• Develop and manage targeted young adult/adult ministries and athletic opportunities based on community demographics/needs.
• Develop and sustain productive partnerships with local agencies and institutions to meet the needs of the community.
• Develop and work collaboratively on a continuing basis with schools, community groups, local colleges, and academic initiatives to cultivate partnership, participation, and support for the wholistic community center opportunities.
• Work with Corps Officers (and be able) to communicate the needs and successes of the Decatur community center to schools, service clubs and/or media.
• Create a healthy system of sports ministries opportunities, emphasizing holistic learning and development within these opportunities included but not limited to self-efficacy, leadership, teamwork and problem-solving.
• Assist with the hiring, training, supervision, evaluation and necessary discipline of assistants/attendants, paid staff and volunteers who work in/for the Decatur Community Center.
• Execute and maintain existing recreational sports ministries; continually reassess the population for changes in demographics, interests and needs, and develop new community center-based opportunities based on those findings that fulfill the needs of the Decatur, IL community center.
• Develop, implement, and update promotional plans/materials for community center opportunities to ensure maximum community and member participation.
• Ensure that all activities and ministries are accessible and appealing to a diverse range of abilities, interests, and experiences.
• Evaluate the funding needs of community center opportunities on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure all expenditures for activities and ministries are approved by the Business Manager.
• Develop and submit proposals for new community center opportunities for view and consideration by the Business Manager/Corps Officers.
• Work in an effective and timely manner with the Business Manager to oversee the presence of staff when the facility is being rented/utilized.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures of The Salvation Army in all activities, events, ministries, and opportunities and ensure appropriate risk management procedures are always utilized.
• Maintain computer-based calendars in relation to the community center; remain knowledgeable and proficient in technology and software updates and their applications within this referenced setting.
• Serve on approved Decatur Community Center/DHQ committees as needed.
• Provide a role model example for staff, members and program participants in ethical decision making, personal leadership, respectful communication, and sensitivity to difference/diversity.
• Be supportive of and exemplify the complete mission of The Salvation Army.
• Coordinate building usage with the Corps Officers and Business Manager.
• Ensure a healthy, safe, and productive environment for community center opportunities which follow all "Safe from Harm" guidelines.
• Maintain contact with external community and school groups, program members' parents and other groups to assist in resolving problems and to market and promote the Decatur Corps Community Center.
• Demonstrate and institute a knowledge of the following:




• Principles of Salvation Army guidelines and disciplines.
• Principles of youth development.
• Community relations and brand management.
• Public speaking and presentation.
• Knowledge of information and technology systems.
• A working knowledge of service organizations/groups and community action teams in the Indianapolis area.
• Business communications.
• Resource management.




• Coordinate development opportunities for the after-school ministry involving the community center computer lab.
• Help with transportation to/from summer camp and other Divisional events as needed.
• Assist with Decatur Red Kettle Campaign as needed, including but not limited to; bellringing/driver emergencies, counting kettles, managing kettle check-in/out procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Ranking:

Regular, Full Time, Exempt

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This Position is required to do basic business and office work. To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the individual is regularly required to talk and listen, stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel. Individual must be able to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. Individual must also be able to lift to fifty pounds. The use of Office and Computer Equipment is necessary. Vision abilities will require close vision. Work may be performed indoors and occasionally require outdoors to attend meetings or see employees. There is low to moderate noise level for this position.