Military Jewish Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army & Airforce Exchange Service is seeking an Air Force Chaplain to provide pastoral care for service members. The role involves managing spiritual centers and advising on ethical matters while supporting the spiritual resilience of Airmen and advocating for their well-being. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and leadership experience in religious ministry.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Ethical Guidance

Counseling

Religious Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master of Divinity

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 worldwide. As spiritual leaders, chaplains are relied upon for faith and personal guidance. They also advocate 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
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, 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 infractions)
• No disciplinary action for unprofessional relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Additional Details

• Personnel Status: Officer
• 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

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