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U.S. Army Chaplain - RA and USAR

Date Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Columbia, Missouri, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Experience:
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 28, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The U.S. Army Chaplain serves to enhance the spiritual health of Soldiers and their families, playing a critical role in maintaining morale and readiness within the Army. This position can be filled as either an Active Duty or Army Reserve chaplain, each providing unique opportunities to serve both domestically and internationally while pursuing a religious vocation.

Key responsibilities

  • Bring Soldiers to God and God to Soldiers
  • Serve in various units including Special Operations, infantry, aviation, and hospitals
  • Provide spiritual guidance and support during training and operations
  • Support community ministries and ethical discussions
  • Engage in counseling and crisis management
  • Participate in military training while fulfilling civilian ministry responsibilities as a Reserve chaplain

Required skills

  • Community & Sport
  • Religious Leadership
  • Counseling
  • Crisis Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Ethics
  • Public Speaking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Basic theological education (72 hours or more)
  • Ordained and endorsed by a denomination or faith tradition

What the company offers

  • Competitive starting salary
  • Promotions in rank with pay increases
  • Travel opportunities within the U.S. and abroad
  • Up to 30 days of paid vacation annually
  • Enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System
  • No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
  • Extensive life insurance coverage at a low rate
  • Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
  • Housing allowance or free on-post housing
  • Use of world-class recreational facilities
  • Uniform allowance

Skills Required

Company Overview

Independence, Missouri, United States of America

The US Army Chaplaincy provides spiritual support and guidance to soldiers and their families, playing a crucial role in their morale and readiness. Chaplains represent diverse denominations and faith traditions, serving in various capacities both in... Read More

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