Who We Are 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.

Mission Statement 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 role performs specialized administrative duties, supports the day-to-day operations, provides administrative coordination of the operations’ subfunctions (e.g., laundry facilities, food bank, Corps.

Administrative Duties: Assist with administrative procedures within MU or department. Organize all administrative aspects of the unit and ensures the smooth running of the office. Provide administrative and/or special project support as assigned.

Assist MU Leaders with maintaining MU contact lists, including suppliers, community partners, leases, etc. Responsible for maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; verifying receipt and distribution of requested items (stationary, postage, and photocopier supplies etc.). Coordinate meeting times, including sending out calendar invites and setting up online video conferencing, prepare meeting agendas, attend meetings, and record minutes if required.





May perform general office reception duties such as answering and screening telephone calls; photocopies and distributes materials as requested; and sends and receives fax/e-mail material as requested; drafting and preparing presentations, brochures, flyers, advertisements, invitations, certificates, posters, graphics; Maintain facility and equipment, including preventative measures, and communicate with service providers to arrange Maintenance:/repair service for MU unit. laundry facilities, food bank, Corps. May open and close the facility, monitor the facility, maintain a safe, supportive, and clean environment. Track usage, enter data into the database, log users and/or clients names if required.

Coordination Support to Events: Assist in the planning of events. Assist in creating posts and posting on social media. Create spreadsheets, brochures, PowerPoints, and other related documents and program materials for events. May provide administrative support and general coordination for summer camp registration and planning, training, orientation, etc. Assist with smooth administrative functioning of the kettle fundraising initiative.

Scheduling

Responsible for scheduling for a MU, facility, etc., Monitor staff availability, absenteeism, and report patterns to department manager. Schedule kettle shifts in the Christmas season.

Working Conditions: Working workplace is typically in the office, at the reception desk,



or in a community facility in generally agreeable conditions. Some limited travelling may be required. Work in compliance with OH&S; Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Completion of a formal post-secondary program of two academic years in a related field.

Emergency First

Aid certification with Level A or C CPR from an approved training provider or willingness to complete it if required.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements 3 years of related secretarial, administrative, or customer service experience is required. Team lead experience in a related field or non-profit is considered an asset. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Knowledge of community-based resources and experience networking with government and social service agencies. If limited travelling is required using organizational or personal vehicle, a valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract is required. 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 benefits, 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 Officers (Vernon)
🏢 TSA The Salvation Army TSA
📍 Vernon