Military Catholic Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE is seeking a Military Catholic Chaplain to provide spiritual leadership and support for Airmen. This full-time role involves managing spiritual centers and conducting worship services, alongside offering counseling and ethical guidance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant ministry experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 120 semester hours.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience are required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and receive an Ecclesiastical Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services and provide spiritual guidance.
• Advise on moral and ethical issues.

Skills

Religious counseling

Pastoral care

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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.

• 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 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 or inappropriate relationships
• No record of disciplinary action for financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Personnel Status

• Officer: When you join the chaplain corps, you will be commissioned as an officer. Your rank will be based on education level 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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Location: Philadelphia, PA | Salary: $25,709.00 - $80,000.00 | Posted: 2 months ago