Protestant Clergy

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Chaplain to support the spiritual needs of Airmen. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers, conducting worship services, and advising leadership on ethical matters. This full-time position is ideal for candidates with a relevant theological degree and pastoral experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree.
• Two years of leadership in religious ministry.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Counseling

Ethical Guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity

Job description

Nothing tests religious beliefs more than the situations our Airmen face throughout their service. Providing pastoral care and counseling to those of faith and no faith, Air Force chaplains support the spiritual resilience of Airmen worldwide. As spiritual leaders, they offer faith and personal guidance, advocate for Airmen, and consult with leadership on moral, ethical, and quality-of-life issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations worldwide
• Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites
• Advise leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
• Supervise and manage chapel personnel, operations, and religious programs

Qualifications, Education, and Training

• Required Education: 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
• 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 traffic violations)
• No disciplinary action for unprofessional relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse
• Age limit: Commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available

Additional Details

• Personnel Status: Officer
• Rank based on education and experience

Job Details

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

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