Military Orthodox Chaplain

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

Job summary

Le Service d'Échange de l'Armée et de l'Air est à la recherche d'un aumônier à plein temps pour gérer et soutenir des centres spirituels sur des installations militaires. Ce rôle implique la conduite de services de culte, le conseil aux responsables sur des sujets éthiques, ainsi que la supervision du personnel. Les candidats doivent avoir une formation en théologie, de l'expérience en ministère pastoral, et être citoyens américains.

Qualifications

• Expérience en ministère pastoral de deux ans requise.
• Développement personnel et capacités de soutien spirituel.
• Citoyen américain requis.

Responsibilities

• Gérer et soutenir des centres spirituels sur des installations militaires.
• Conduire des services de culte et des rites.
• Conseiller la direction sur des questions éthiques et morales.
• Superviser le personnel et les programmes de ministère religieux.

Skills

Leadership

Counseling

Advising

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

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. They also advocate 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 a minimum of 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 experience
• 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 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