Eastern Orthodox Priest

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE is seeking an Eastern Orthodox Priest to provide spiritual care and guidance to Airmen. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and advising leadership on moral issues. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s and Master of Divinity, along with two years of ministry experience. This full-time role offers a pathway to rank based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with ecclesiastical endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services and advise leadership on ethical issues.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

Job description

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Nothing tests religious beliefs more than many situations our Airmen face throughout their service. Providing pastoral care ministry and counseling to those of faith and those of no faith, Air Force chaplains are religious ministry professionals who support the spiritual resilience of our Airmen worldwide. As spiritual leaders, chaplains are relied upon for faith and personal guidance. They are also advocates for our Airmen and consult with leadership on moral, ethical, and quality-of-life issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations around the world
• Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites
• Advise leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
• Supervise and manage chapel personnel, operations, and religious ministry programs

Qualifications, Education, and Training

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 120 semester hours
• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree with no less than 72 hours from an accredited institution

• Pastoral Ministry Experience: Two years of religious ministry leadership

Faith Groups

• Christian Protestant
• Muslim
• Jewish
• Orthodox Christian
• Roman Catholic
• Other faith groups

Additional Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser
• Meet medical and physical fitness standards
• No convictions by courts-martial or civilian courts (except minor infractions)
• No disciplinary action for unprofessional or inappropriate relationships
• No record of disciplinary action for financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40 (waivers may be available)

Personnel Status

• When joining the chaplain corps, you will be commissioned as an officer. Your rank depends on education and experience.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration

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