Military Orthodox Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army & Airforce Exchange Service seeks a dedicated Air Force chaplain to provide spiritual support and guidance to service members and their families. Responsibilities include conducting worship services, advising leadership on ethical matters, and managing chapel operations. The ideal candidate will hold relevant theological degrees and possess strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree required.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Must receive Ecclesiastical Endorsement from recognized endorser.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Religious ministry leadership

Spiritual guidance

Ethical advice

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 are also advocates 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 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
• 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 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 Information

• Personnel Status: Officer
• Rank based on education and experience upon commissioning

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration