Military Protestant Chaplain

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

Job summary

The Army & Airforce Exchange Service is seeking an entry-level Air Force chaplain who will provide pastoral care ministry and support to Airmen. This position involves overseeing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and advising on ethical issues. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree and have pastoral ministry experience, with opportunities to serve diverse faith groups.

Qualifications

• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and receive Ecclesiastical Endorsement.
• Meet medical and physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Counseling

Ethical guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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, 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 traffic violations).
• No disciplinary actions for unprofessional or inappropriate relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse.
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available.
• Personnel Status: Officer. Your rank will be based on education level and experience upon joining the chaplain corps.

Additional Information

• 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. Referrals can increase your chances of interviewing.