Navy Spiritual Support Specialist

As a Navy Chaplain, you will serve as the voice of encouragement, reason, and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines. This role involves supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country.

The Navy Chaplain Corps is comprised of more than 800 Navy Chaplains from over 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and many others. As a Navy Chaplain, you will work closely with these diverse groups to provide spiritual support and guidance.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting worship services in various settings
• Performing religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services, and baptisms
• Counseling individuals seeking guidance
• Overseeing religious education programs, including Sunday school and youth groups
• Visiting and providing spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
• Training lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
• Promoting attendance at religious services, retreats, and conferences
• Advising leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics, and spiritual well-being

In addition to your spiritual duties, you will also receive a competitive salary, free health insurance, free housing, a retirement plan, and 30 days paid vacation per year.

As a Navy Officer, you will have opportunities for continuing education through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time. You may also pursue advanced degrees at institutions such as the Naval Postgraduate School or the Navy War College.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. citizen or equivalent, hold a graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution, and have two years of full-time religious leadership experience. You must also be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense.