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How much do senior chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior chaplain in Oregon is $67,229.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,300.00 and $84,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.
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Infographic showing various Senior Chaplain job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,229 per year, or $32.3 per hour.

Interim Upper School Chaplain/Religion Teacher

Oregon Episcopal School

Portland, OR โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New


Job description

From the Interim Head Chaplain job description:

JOB SUMMARY: The head chaplain plays the lead role in defining, preserving, and promoting the School's Episcopal identity to all constituencies. This position is a community builder and, as such, works across divisions and departments coordinating the Chaplaincy program and in close partnership with the director for equity and inclusion. In collaboration with the Middle and Lower School chaplains, the head chaplain develops, facilitates, and promotes services throughout the OES community. The chaplain also performs duties in the Upper School (US), and teaches at least two religion classes each semester in the Upper School. In addition, this position provides pastoral care to the full breadth and diversity of students, families, and employees as needed and oversees the K-12 Community Engagement program. This is a senior leadership position that serves on the Administrative Team as a resource and standard bearer for Episcopal Identity. The head chaplain reports directly to the head of school.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Chapel Program
With the divisional chaplains, oversee and facilitate a meaningful, inclusive and age-appropriate PK-12 chapel program.
Plan, facilitate, and lead a regular divisional chapel and gathering with the division's leadership team.
Oversee, support and be involved as needed in the chapel program for all three divisions.
Plan (with the chaplain team) all-school worship events throughout the year.
Updated December 6, 2020
Provide (with the chaplain team) worship opportunities to the school community, including employees and families.
Facilitate creative connections between Chaplaincy and the music program.
Collaborate with the Office of Inclusion on the advancement of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the OES community.
Collaborate with divisional community engagement coordinators to highlight student efforts to realize their power for good.
Pastoral Care
Promote and encourage the spiritual well-being of the community.
Work with chaplains, director for equity and inclusion and division heads on building community and a sense of belonging for families.
Minister to the needs of students, employees, and families as opportunities present themselves.
Maintain a visible presence in the all-school community.
Develop and oversee Chaplaincy in the Residential Life program.
Be a resource to divisional chaplains regarding pastoral care issues.
Promote chaplains' personal and professional growth and development.
Administration
Serve on the Administrative Team.
Serve on the Head's Vision and Advisory Committee (HVAC).
Serve as staff representative on the Mount Hood Climb Observance Committee, plan and coordinate MHCOD in May.
Work closely and partner with the director for inclusion in building and supporting community; support implementation of strategic DEIA initiatives.
Recruit, orient, support, evaluate, and supervise the chaplaincy team.
Support the Admissions and Development Offices in maintaining a clear and accurate understanding of the Episcopal identity in service of the mission of the school.
Consult with the HR Office as needed on issues of employee wellbeing.
Maintain and nurture the cordial relationship between the school and the parish of St. John the Baptist, and serve on the OES/SKB Liaison Committee.
Maintain an active presence in the Diocese of Oregon.
Maintain an active presence in NAES.
Oversee the annual Chaplaincy budget.
Education
Chair the Religion and Philosophy Department coordinating program and staffing and maintaining the religion curriculum, Pre-k through 12th grade.
Teach two religion classes each semester.
Articulate Episcopal Identity in service to the School's mission to all constituencies.
Create opportunities for parent education concerning spiritual development and life issues.
Attend regional NAES meetings and promote NAES programs.