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Building Supervisor

The Salvation Army Central Territory
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

Summary:

 

Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Harbor Light facility and support specialists ensuring the overall efficient, effective, and safe operation of the facility.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Take control of the facility by walking around observing people, property and events taking place
  • Maintain accurate documentation regarding supervised staff
  • Monitor staff, clients, residents, church members and visitors
  • Give supervision, training, direction and assistance to the Support Specialists
  • Assist staff in maintaining order and efficiency in the performance of their responsibilities
  • Investigate all serious occurrences/issues that take place during the shift
  • Communicate verbally and in writing, to the Site Operations Supervisor, all serious occurrences/issues that take place during the shift on the next business day
  • Summarize and record the shift report in the daily log

 

Qualifications:

 

  • Ability to communicate effectively through spoken and written word
  • TB Test and police clearance required
  • Authorization to work in the United States

 

Education/Experience: 

 

  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of two years practical experience as a Supervisor
  • Possess a working knowledge of addiction recovery

 

Computer Skills: 

 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email and internet
  • Experience using electronic medical records system preferred

 

  1. Reasoning Ability:

 

  • Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
  • Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures

  1. Certificates and Licenses:

 

  • None required

  1. Physical Demands:

 

  • Ability to lift 25 pounds
  • Frequent walking, bending and standing for long periods of time
  • Capability to inspect packages, equipment, and fixtures, as well as observe people and events
  • Ability to hear and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

 

  1. Work Environment:

 

  • Office setting
  • Continuous movement from unit to unit

 

  1. In addition: Must be highly organized, motivated, a self starter with the ability to multi-task, be creative.

 

 

From time to time duties and responsibilities that are not outlined in this job description may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of Management.

 

 

 

Qualifications:

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:

 

  • Health Care Benefits which include:
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Hearing
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • AFLAC
    • Voluntary life insurance benefits
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
  • Pet Insurance
  • Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
    • Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
  • The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
  • Employee Discounts
  • Paid Time Off which includes:
    • Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment. 
      • Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
    • Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. 
      • The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
    • You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
    • Birthday off with pay.  
    • Paid holidays are effective immediately.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.  Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

 

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.

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