Military Jewish Chaplain

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

Job summary

A leading military organization is seeking a Chaplain to provide pastoral care and support within the Air Force. The role involves managing spiritual centers, advising leadership on moral issues, and conducting worship services. Ideal candidates will possess a master's degree in theology and at least two years of religious ministry experience. This entry-level position offers a full-time employment opportunity with significant responsibilities in the spiritual resilience of service members.

Qualifications

• Two years of leadership in religious ministry is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Receive an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations globally.
• Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites.
• Advise leadership on various spiritual and ethical issues.
• Supervise and manage chapel personnel and religious programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

Job description

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations globally
• 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

Qualifications, Education, and Training

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 120 semester hours
• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree with no less than 72 hours from an accredited institution
• Religious Ministry Experience: Two years of leadership in religious ministry
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, or other faith groups
• 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, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Commissioned by age 40 (age waivers may be available)

Additional Information

• Personnel Status: Officer — commissioned upon joining the chaplain corps, with rank based on education and experience

Job Details

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