For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges.

We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

The Salvation

Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

The Administrative

Assistant provides support in the areas of finance, bookkeeping, record-keeping, data entry, and internal and external communication. Perform general office duties including answering telephones, directing inquiries, greeting visitors, filing documents electronically and manually, photocopying and distributing materials, and sending and receiving fax and email communications. prepare and process outgoing mail and courier packages, including confidential materials; Order and maintain adequate supplies of stationery, office, and janitorial materials as directed. Coordinate employee/congregational acknowledgements such as cards, flowers, or other expressions of support for birthdays, illnesses, bereavements, births, and graduations. support the Corps Officer in ensuring that internal systems follow Territorial Salvation Army policies, procedures, and internal standards; make decisions on routine administrative matters.

Provide administrative support related to property matters including upkeep, inspections, insurance, repairs, service contracts, and quotations. Maintain accurate fixed asset inventory records, coordinate annual inventory processes,



and assist in ensuring adequate insurance coverage is maintained. Draft, prepare, and distribute weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, posters, invitations, brochures, flyers, newsletters, website content, and social media communications for the Corps.

Schedule and maintain supervisor calendars and assist with travel arrangements as required. Build and maintain databases and records including employee and volunteer information, contact lists, inventory, and maintains input into The Salvation Army Management Information System – S.A.Update and maintain social media platforms and provide timely information to congregants and the community. Update phone system messages to reflect changes in hours, closures, or holiday schedules.

Respond to community inquiries in a professional, courteous, and timely manner, providing accurate information within the scope of knowledge and referring matters to appropriate personnel when necessary. Receive donations or payments for rentals and issues temporary hand‑written receipts for the public, church members, clients, etc.; Maintain proper records and assist with ensuing that all legal requirements concerning the finance of the Ministry Unit are met; monitor stored financial reports and destroy old reports as per retention of records policies. Coordinate the schedule for building rentals/usage and associated paperwork.

Grant entrance to the facility for renters on occasion or coordinate with others.



Forwards concerns or requests for building repair to responsible parties. This is a regular part‑time position based on 8 hours per week.

Working environment is in the office in generally agreeable conditions. Schedule may vary according to requirement of responsibilities – some weekend and evening work may be required. Completion of a formal post‑secondary program for two academic years, preferably in Administration, Business Administration, or related field Minimum of three (3) years of prior related experience and senior administrative experience, general accounting experience and use of office equipment/tools.

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office 365 products is required - i.e., Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, etc. the ability to complete assignments and meet competing deadlines with minimal supervision. Ability to clearly and concisely compose/proofread/edit documents such as letters, memos, advertisements, publications and e‑mail. Work in compliance with OH&S; Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental perks, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

📌 Administrative Assistants-Temp-Legal (British Columbia)
🏢 TSA The Salvation Army TSA
📍 British Columbia