Military Orthodox Chaplain

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

Job summary

Le service des Armées recherche un Aumônier pour fournir un soutien pastoral à nos Airmen. Ce poste exige une gestion des centres spirituels et des conseils aux dirigeants sur des questions éthiques et morales. L'opportunité idéale pour un professionnel dévoué au service des autres.

Qualifications

• Deux ans d'expérience en leadership dans le ministère religieux requis.
• Doit être citoyen américain avec une approbation ecclésiastique.

Responsibilities

• Gérer et soutenir les centres spirituels sur les installations militaires.
• Conduire des services de culte et des rites.

Skills

Leadership

Pastoral Care

Counseling

Ethical Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master of Divinity

Job description

Nothing tests religious beliefs more than many situations our Airmen face throughout the course of 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.

Responsibilities

1. Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations around the world
2. Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites
3. Advise leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
4. Supervise and manage chapel personnel, operations, and religious ministry 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, 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 Information

• Personnel Status: Officer
• Rank based on education and experience
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration