Military Muslim Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES is seeking a Military Muslim Chaplain to provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance. This entry-level full-time position involves managing spiritual centers, conducting worship, and advising leadership on moral and ethical issues. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, a Master's in Divinity, and have relevant ministry experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Must have Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet medical standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Pastoral care

Counseling

Spiritual guidance

Ethical advising

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

Job description

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This position involves providing pastoral care, ministry, and counseling to support the spiritual resilience of Airmen worldwide. As a spiritual leader, chaplains offer faith and personal guidance, advocate for Airmen, and advise leadership on moral, ethical, and quality-of-life issues.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting spiritual centers on military installations globally
• Conducting worship services, liturgies, and rites
• Advising leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, and morale issues
• Supervising chapel personnel, operations, and religious programs

Qualifications, Education, and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (minimum 120 semester hours)
• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree (minimum 72 hours)
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience
• 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 standards
• No convictions by courts-martial or civilian courts (except minor traffic violations)
• No disciplinary actions for unprofessional conduct, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned before 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, Government

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