Military Protestant Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army & Airforce Exchange Service is seeking an entry-level Air Force chaplain to provide pastoral ministry and counseling. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and consulting on ethical issues. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s and Master of Divinity, alongside relevant experience and endorsements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (120 semester hours).
• Master of Divinity or equivalent with no less than 72 hours.
• 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 programs.

Skills

Religious leadership

Counseling

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.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Managing and supporting spiritual centers on military installations around the world
2. Conducting worship services, liturgies, and rites
3. Advising leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
4. Supervising and managing chapel personnel, operations, and religious programs

Qualifications, Education, and Training:

• 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
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience
• Denominations include 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 action for unprofessional or inappropriate relationships
• No record of disciplinary issues related to financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Be commissioned by age 40 (age waivers may be available)

Personnel Status: Officer

Upon joining the chaplain corps, you will be commissioned as an officer. Your rank will depend on your education 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

This job is active and accepting applications.