Military Protestant Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE is seeking a Chaplain to provide pastoral care and guidance to service members. This role involves managing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and advising on moral and ethical issues. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a Master of Divinity, alongside relevant experience in religious ministry, aiming to support the spiritual resilience of our Airmen.

Qualifications

• Two years of leadership in religious ministry required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Receive Ecclesiastical Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites.
• Advise leadership on spiritual and ethical issues.

Skills

Leadership

Ethical Guidance

Crisis Counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity or equivalent

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
• 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
• Clear criminal background: no convictions by courts-martial or civilian courts (except minor traffic violations)
• No disciplinary actions for unprofessional relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Age limit: Must be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Additional Details

• Personnel Status: Officer
• Rank: Based on education and experience upon commissioning
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration

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