They do not receive any remuneration for this work. They do not wear uniform. All candidates for officership must be Salvationists. The work is full-time, mainly in pastoral responsibilities. Some officers, because of aptitude or training, take other areas of work, such as medical, educational or administrative.
Accommodation is tied.
Appointments can be changed at short notice. Both men and women are eligible for ordination. With married couples, both partners must be officers. Training is given. Applicants must be Salvationists.