Military Catholic Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Mackinaw (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading military organization seeks an Air Force Chaplain to provide spiritual guidance and support to Airmen. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers and conducting services. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and experience in religious leadership. This is a full-time, entry-level position offering a unique opportunity to serve within the military community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.
• Must be commissioned by age 40.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services and rites.
• Advise leadership on ethical and quality-of-life issues.

Skills

Religious leadership

Counseling

Ethics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity or equivalent

Job description

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 around the world. 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.

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations worldwide
• 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 programs

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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 Requirement: Two years of religious ministry leadership experience
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, Other faith groups

• Qualifications: Must be a U.S. citizen

Receive an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser

Meet medical and physical fitness standards

No convictions by courts-martial or civilian courts (except minor traffic violations)

No disciplinary action for unprofessional relationships or financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse

Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

• Personnel Status: Officer

Additional Details

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