DHQ Caroler - 11-001 - SC/ Southern CA DHQ - Music Department

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

Position Summary

Aide in The Salvation Army’s 2026 Christmas Kettle Campaign by providing appropriate seasonal music accompaniment and entertainment throughout the Southern California Division Corps and other Army fundraising events and programs. Provide local corps with music lessons and training workshops. Assist with Rose Parade effort as needed.

Essential Functions

• Read music proficiently and play a brass instrument in a quartet or quintet.


• Ability to play as a soloist at kettles.


• Read music proficiently and sing a part in a quartet or quintet.


• Ability to work with students and adults teaching 1-on-1 or small group music lessons.


• Travel to events throughout the Southern California Division.


• Other duties as assigned by the Divisional Music & Gospel Arts Director.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, printer and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Uniformed Salvationist currently attending a Salvation Army Corps

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Able to play a brass instrument to a certain level of proficiency.


• Able to sing a part to a certain level of proficiency.


• Ability to teach beginner to intermediate level brass lessons .