CHAPLAIN - F/C

State of Florida • LAKE CITY, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for an Other Personal Services (OPS) position located at Columbia Correctional Institution in the Chaplaincy Department. Our mission in the Chaplaincy Department is to provide comprehensive spiritual care and support to inmates, staff, and their families. This is achieved through the coordination and delivery of religious programs, worship services, pastoral counseling, and educational opportunities. We aim to foster an environment of hope, healing, and personal growth, promoting the overall well-being and rehabilitation of inmates while respecting diverse faith traditions and beliefs. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Must possess one year of professional experience as a clergyperson or one year of related experience.
• Must possess a current written approbation or endorsement by the appropriate official of the ecclesiastical body.

Responsibilities

• Planning, scheduling, implementing, and coordinating supervision for dynamic Chaplaincy Services programs.
• Providing pastoral care, conducting worship services, and teaching religious education classes for inmates.
• Taking charge of the Certified Food Option Program and administering the Religious Diet Program.
• Maintaining detailed records, submitting comprehensive reports, and processing documentation related to chapel activities and the diet program.
• Supervising the volunteer program and supporting the Senior Chaplain with institutional visits and meetings.

Benefits

• OPS employees who work an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in state group insurance plans.
• Employee Only health insurance: $25 biweekly
• Spouse Program health insurance: $15 biweekly
• Employee & Family health insurance: $90 biweekly.
• Dental insurance with monthly premiums as low as $12.64.
• Vision insurance with monthly premiums as low as $5.92.
• $25,000 group term life insurance plan with a monthly premium of $3.78.
• Florida FICA Alternative Plan with Corebridge Financial for retirement savings (7.5% contribution).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED