Military Orthodox Chaplain

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

Job summary

Join the ranks of Air Force Chaplains providing pastoral care and spiritual guidance to Airmen worldwide. This full-time role requires managing spiritual centers and advising leadership on ethical matters. Ideal candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant ministry experience, demonstrating commitment to supporting the spiritual resilience of Airmen.

Qualifications

• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Must receive an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services and advise on moral issues.
• Supervise chapel personnel and operations.

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 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 all over the world. 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 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 or inappropriate relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Personnel Status

When you join the chaplain corps, you will be commissioned as an officer. Your rank will depend on education level and experience.

Additional Details

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