Military Jewish Chaplain

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

Job summary

A leading government organization is seeking an Air Force chaplain to provide pastoral care and support to service members. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a Master of Divinity, and relevant ministry experience. This full-time position involves managing spiritual centers, supervising chapel personnel, and advising on ethical issues, making a significant impact on the morale and welfare of Airmen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Master of Divinity or equivalent with at least 72 hours from accredited institution.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations globally.
• Conduct worship services and advise leadership on ethical and religious issues.
• Supervise and manage chapel personnel and religious programs.

Skills

Religious guidance

Moral and ethical consultation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

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, and they also advocate for our 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
• Pastoral Ministry Experience: Two years of religious ministry leadership
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, and 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 or inappropriate relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Additional Information

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

Job Details

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

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