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SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Chaplain

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$91K/yr

Specialty certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the assignment is qualifying for a senior chaplain assignment. * AND * Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills ...

The State of Arizona

CHAPLAIN

Phoenix, AZ

$46K/yr

We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a ... CHAPLAIN Job Location: ARIZONA STATE HOSPITAL Address: 501 N. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85008 Posting ...

Arizona State Hospital

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Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$46K/yr

We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a ... CHAPLAIN Job Location: ARIZONA STATE HOSPITAL Address: 501 N. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85008 Posting ...

Kortman Inc.

Senior Fire Tech / Foreman

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Kortman, Inc. is seeing a senior fire alarm technician. Experience Years: 10 years (or similar ... Chaplain / Employee Assistance Program, a Wellness Program with rewards, and insurance options ...

Kortman Inc

Senior Fire Tech / Foreman

Phoenix, AZ

Kortman, Inc. is seeing a senior fire alarm technician. Experience Years: 10 years (or similar ... Chaplain / Employee Assistance Program, a Wellness Program with rewards, and insurance options ...

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How much do senior chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior chaplain in Arizona is $59,255.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,200.00 and $74,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior chaplain?

Senior Chaplains are experienced spiritual leaders who provide pastoral care, religious guidance, and emotional support within institutions such as hospitals, prisons, military organizations, or universities. They often oversee a team of chaplains, coordinate religious services, and serve as a liaison between the institution and faith communities. Their responsibilities include counseling individuals, facilitating religious observances, and supporting staff and families during times of crisis. Senior Chaplains are typically ordained clergy with significant experience in pastoral care and leadership.

What is the difference between Senior Chaplain vs Chaplain?

AspectSenior ChaplainChaplain
CredentialsTypically requires ordination, certification, and experienceRequires ordination or certification, often less experience needed
Work EnvironmentHospitals, military, prisons, large organizationsHospitals, military, prisons, religious institutions
ResponsibilitiesLeadership, mentorship, complex spiritual careProviding spiritual support, counseling, basic services

Senior Chaplains generally have more experience, leadership duties, and oversee other chaplains. Chaplains provide essential spiritual care and support in various settings. The main difference lies in the level of responsibility and experience required.

Is there a high demand for senior chaplains?

The demand for senior chaplains varies by region and institution, but overall, there is steady need in healthcare, military, and correctional facilities. Employment opportunities often depend on institutional funding, community needs, and the ability to hold relevant certifications and experience. Job growth in this field tends to be stable rather than rapid.

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Infographic showing various Senior Chaplain job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,255 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Chaplain

Tucson, AZ • On-site

SD Department of Veterans Affairs
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$91K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

The incumbent serves as a Chaplain professional performing clinical assignments for the VHA. The incumbent provides comprehensive religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to all persons that are commensurate with the needs, desires, and voluntary consent of the Veteran, caregiver, or staff. The incumbent addresses the spiritual component of health and wellness in every patient care setting to ensure that pastoral care is fully integrated into all aspects of chaplain services.
Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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.
  • Education: Applicants 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) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
  • Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Applicants must have completed four units of CPE from a CPE center that is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You must submit a copy showing completion.
  • 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: https://www.patientcare.va.gov/chaplain/Employment_Information_and_Resources.asp. You must submit a copy of your endorsement.
  • Board 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. You must submit a copy of your board certification.
  • 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.
  • English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f)
  • 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: Chaplain GS-12
  • Experience: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
  • AND
  • Specialty Certification. Specialty certification is demonstrated advanced practice and/or specialization in chaplaincy beyond the board certification and is required for the GS-12 grade level. Specialty certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the assignment is qualifying for a senior chaplain assignment.
  • AND
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA's
  • 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.
Preferred Experience: Specialty Certification: Hospice and Palliative Care
Specialty certification is demonstrated advanced practice and/or specialization in chaplaincy beyond the board certification and is required for the GS-12 grade level.
Hospice and Palliative Care specialty certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the assignment is qualifying such as the Hospice and Palliative Care specialty certification as recognized the Association of Certified Christian Chaplains (ACCC), or the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), or the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), or the National Association pf Veterans Affairs Chaplains (NAVAC), or the Spiritual Care Association (SCA)
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: This position requires the Chaplain to meaningfully engage with Veteran patients and family members by walking and moving within the healthcare setting or with the incumbent using an assistive device. The Chaplain is required to speak, hear (hearing aid permitted) and work closely with others.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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