The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church with its own
distinctive governance and practice. The Army’s doctrine follows the mainstream
of Christian belief and its articles of faith emphasize God’s saving purposes.
Its religious and charitable objects are ‘the advancement of the Christian religion
... and, pursuant thereto, the advancement of education, the relief of poverty, and
other charitable objects beneficial to society or the community of mankind as a
whole’.
The Mission Statement of the Salvation Army USA
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.
Employment
While there is no central list of jobs available at all a Salvation Army locations,
you can find the website for your local agency by visiting the national
headquarters website. Working for the Salvation Army is a great way to serve
your community. You can also travel to Salvation Army locations around the
nation and the globe. Often local agencies have internship opportunities
available on their websites listed along with their employment. Like other non-
profits, the Salvation Army hires people from all types of majors. Their work
includes providing food, shelter and necessities to the impoverished, working
with youth around the world, responding to disaster relief and much more.
The Salvation Army National Headquarters
Human Resources
615 Slaters Lane
"...WE ARE PRIVILEGED TO
Alexandria, VA 22313 MINISTER TO MEN, WOMEN,
(703) 684-5500 AND CHILDREN, NO MATTER
THEIR CIRCUMSTANCES, AND
www.salvationarmy.org IT COULD NOT HAPPEN IF IT
WERE NOT FOR THE ABSOLUTE
www.salvationarmyusa.org COMMITMENT OF THE
SOLDIER."
Updated July 2008