Military Orthodox Chaplain

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

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking Air Force chaplains to provide pastoral care and spiritual resilience support to service members. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and guiding leadership on ethical matters. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Divinity along with relevant ministry experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Religious Ministry Leadership

Pastoral Care

Ethical Guidance

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 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, or 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
• No record of disciplinary action for 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 level and experience
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit, Government Administration

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