Military Protestant Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Ringwood (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army & Airforce Exchange Service is seeking a dedicated Chaplain to provide spiritual leadership and support to Airmen across military installations. This full-time position requires managing spiritual centers, leading worship services, and advising on ethical and moral issues. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and a Master of Divinity, alongside relevant ministry experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of leadership in religious ministry required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with applicable endorsements.
• Age limit: Must be commissioned by age 40.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership in religious ministry

Spiritual and ethical guidance

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 include:

1. Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations worldwide
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
• Religious Ministry Experience: Two years of leadership in religious ministry
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, and 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 infractions)
• No disciplinary actions for unprofessional relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Age limit: Must be commissioned by age 40; waivers may be available

Additional Information

• 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 Organizations, Government Administration