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SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Chaplain

Columbia, MO · On-site

$89K/yr

... university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education ... Provisional or Associate or other status as a candidate for board certification does not meet the ...

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Chaplain

Salisbury, NC · On-site

$91K/yr

... university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education ... Provisional or Associate or other status as a candidate for board certification does not meet the ...

Loma Linda University Health

Chaplain 1

Loma Linda, CA · On-site

$74K - $91K/yr

... sounds associate with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens and written ... About the Team Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based ...

Houston Methodist

Enrollment in an accredited college/university * Bachelor's degree or graduate level theological ... Seeks guidance from Certified Educator, Associate Educator, Student Educator and precepting ...

Houston Methodist

Chaplain Intern

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

Enrollment in an accredited college/university * Bachelor's degree or graduate level theological ... Seeks guidance from Certified Educator, Associate Educator, Student Educator and precepting ...

Houston Methodist

Enrollment in an accredited college/university * Bachelor's degree or graduate level theological ... Seeks guidance from Certified Educator, Associate Educator, Student Educator and precepting ...

Fairview Health Services

Associate Chaplain

Princeton, MN · On-site

$59K - $84K/yr

Job Overview Job Summary The Associate Chaplain is the spiritual care specialist of the care team ... Graduate degree in Theology from approved theological seminary/university, or completion of ...

Houston Methodist

Chaplain Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Enrollment in an accredited college/university * Bachelor's degree or graduate level theological ... Seeks guidance from Certified Educator, Associate Educator, Student Educator and precepting ...

Houston Methodist

Enrollment in an accredited college/university * Bachelor's degree or graduate level theological ... Seeks guidance from Certified Educator, Associate Educator, Student Educator and precepting ...

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How much do associate university chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate university chaplain in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Associate University Chaplains?

Associate University Chaplains are clergy or trained spiritual leaders who support the religious and spiritual life of a university community. They assist the lead chaplain in organizing worship services, providing counseling, and fostering interfaith dialogue among students, faculty, and staff. Their role often includes facilitating religious programs, supporting student organizations, and offering guidance on ethical and spiritual matters. They work to create an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diverse faith traditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate University Chaplain, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate University Chaplain, you generally need a graduate degree in divinity or a related field, ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body, and experience in pastoral care. Familiarity with campus ministry management systems, event coordination tools, and crisis response protocols is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to provide empathetic support to a diverse student population are critical soft skills. These qualifications ensure effective spiritual guidance, promote campus well-being, and foster an inclusive and supportive university environment.

How does an Associate University Chaplain typically collaborate with students, faculty, and other campus organizations?

An Associate University Chaplain works closely with students, faculty, and staff to support the spiritual and emotional well-being of the campus community. This often involves organizing interfaith events, leading discussion groups, and partnering with student organizations to address diverse religious and ethical issues. The role requires building strong relationships across departments, offering counseling or guidance sessions, and participating in campus-wide initiatives to foster inclusion and support. Collaboration with other chaplains and campus leaders is key to ensuring a cohesive approach to spiritual care and community engagement.
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Chaplain

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Columbia, MO • On-site

$89K/yr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

This position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Chaplain Service (CS). The position provides services within various settings, including Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs), Inpatient Clinics, Outpatient Clinics, and domiciliaries throughout the United States. The Chaplain Service provides pastoral counseling and treatment to Veteran patients, patient's families, and staff in various inpatient and outpatient settings.
Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
  • Education. Applicant must possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational qualifications as evidenced by a graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) (https://www.chea.org/) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) (https://www.ats.edu/) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. NOTE: For applicants who do not possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational degree may meet this requirement with an approved educational equivalency review from a nationally recognized board certification body for chaplains. This would include the Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc. (BCCI) or a U.S. certifying body that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI.
  • Ecclesiastical Endorsement. In accordance with 38 C.F.R. 17.655, ecclesiastical endorsement is a condition of employment as a VA chaplain. An individual must possess and maintain a full and active ecclesiastical endorsement to be employed as a VA chaplain. Applicants must have an ecclesiastical endorsement, dated within the past 12 months. Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination. Ecclesiastical endorsement is a written official statement, by the official national endorsing body of the faith group or denomination, certifying that the applicant is in good standing with the applicant's faith group or denomination; and stating that the individual is, in the opinion of the endorsing body, qualified to perform the full range of ministry required in the VA pluralistic setting. Loss of endorsement will result in removal from the GS-0060 Chaplain series and may result in termination of employment. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved endorsing organizations that can be found here: National VA Chaplain Service SharePoint.
  • Board Certification
    • Certification: Applicants must be a Board-Certified Chaplain certified by BCCI or a U.S. certifying body that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI . Board Certification that requires 4 units of CPE is qualifying. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved certifications found on the National VA Chaplain Service SharePoint. NOTE: Provisional or Associate or other status as a candidate for board certification does not meet the board certification requirement for the FPL GS-11 or above.
  • Loss of Credential. Management officials, in collaboration with HR Office staff must immediately relieve employees who fail to maintain any of the required certifications (board certification, ecclesiastical endorsement, or when applicable a specialty certification) of the duties and responsibilities associated with this occupation which may also result in separation from employment.
  • Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must be submitted to a current affiliate agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/members and be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program.
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria.
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.
Chaplain (GS-12)
  • Experience. The candidate must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the journey level (GS-11) that is directly related to the position to be filled.
AND
  • Specialty Certification. Specialty certification is demonstrated advanced practice and/or specialization in chaplaincy beyond the board certification. You must possess a Specialty Certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the position being filled. The list of Board Certifying Chaplain Organizations and Specialty Certifying Organization is located here: https://www.patientcare.va.gov/chaplain/Employment_Information_and_Resources.asp.
AND
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
    • Ability to apply relevant theories and methodologies to their ministry specialty.
    • Ability to integrate specialized psychological and sociological theory with an advanced approach to spiritual care.
    • Skill to seek out primary research and research literature that informs the ministry specialty and one's spiritual care practice.
    • Skill in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of chaplain practice and services in the specialty area, utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes.
    • Ability to mediate conflict, hold various emotions and diffuse moral distress among staff and complex crisis situations.
    • Ability to provide specialized consultation, teaching and mentoring to colleagues and students on advanced spiritual care interventions in the service delivery area.
    • Ability to apply advanced clinical knowledge to write policies, procedures and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area.
Assignment. For all assignments above the FPL, the higher-level duties must be of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity, and range of variety as described in this standard at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. This assignment is a senior chaplain. Senior chaplain assignments may include serving at a facility in clinical settings where there is limited access to onsite supervision such as small health care systems, Community Based Outpatient Clinics, other Federal agencies or satellite outpatient clinics. Senior chaplains typically practice in a specialized program area, that may include intensive and extended pastoral counseling as an integral part of the treatment program, with patients facing complex moral, ethical, or spiritual problems. The senior chaplain may be assigned administrative responsibility to independently develop and implement programs and curriculum. They are accountable for clinical program effectiveness and modification of service patterns, which may include research and leadership of clinical teams. The senior chaplain works with full understanding of its relationship to the objectives of the institution, and to successfully integrate it with the work of the institutional staff, collaborates with and advises the other senior members of the treatment team in the provision of comprehensive health care services to Veterans, ensures equity of access, service, and benefits to this population, ensures the care provided is of the highest quality. The senior chaplain provides leadership, direction, orientation, coaching, in-service training, staff development, and continuing education programs for assigned chaplain staff. This assignment is to be relatively few in number based on the size of the facility/service and applying sound position management. This assignment must represent substantial additional responsibility over and above that required at the full performance grade level and should not be used as the FPL of this occupation.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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