Military Orthodox Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Haysville (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Army & Airforce Exchange Service as a Chaplain, where you will provide pastoral care, manage spiritual centers, and support the well-being of Airmen. This full-time, entry-level position requires a Master's in Divinity and strong leadership experience. Engage with diverse faith groups and uphold ethical standards within the military community.

Qualifications

• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser needed.
• Must meet medical and physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting spiritual centers on military installations globally.
• Conducting worship services, liturgies, and rites.
• Advising leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, and morale issues.

Skills

Religious ministry leadership

Advising on ethical issues

Management of chapel operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

Job description

Nothing tests religious beliefs more than the 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 are also advocates for our Airmen and consult with leadership on moral, ethical, and quality-of-life issues.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing and supporting spiritual centers on military installations globally
2. Conducting worship services, liturgies, and rites
3. Advising leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
4. Supervising and managing 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, 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 actions for unprofessional relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40 (age waivers may be available)

Personnel Status: Officer

Joining the chaplain corps involves commissioning as an officer. Rank is based on education and experience.

Additional Information:

• 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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