CHAPLAIN - F/C

State of Florida • BRISTOL, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Corrections is hiring an OPS Chaplain Administrator at Liberty Correctional Institution in the Chaplaincy Department. The department provides spiritual care and support to inmates, staff, and their families through religious programs, worship services, pastoral counseling, and educational opportunities. Its work aims to foster hope, healing, personal growth, well-being, and rehabilitation while respecting diverse faith traditions and beliefs.

This is an onsite position and is not eligible for telework. The role plans, coordinates, and supervises Chaplaincy Services programs; provides pastoral care, worship services, and religious education to inmates; administers religious dietary programs; maintains program records and reports; and supports volunteer activities and the Senior Chaplain. The position pays $21.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of professional experience as a clergyperson or one year of related experience.
• Current written approbation or endorsement from the appropriate official of the ecclesiastical body.
• Pass a Level 2 background check before beginning work.
• Be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, implement, coordinate, and supervise Chaplaincy Services programs.
• Provide pastoral care to inmates.
• Conduct worship services and teach religious education classes for inmates.
• Lead the Certified Food Option Program and administer the Religious Diet Program.
• Maintain records, submit reports, and process documentation related to chapel activities and the diet program.
• Supervise the volunteer program.
• Support the Senior Chaplain with institutional visits and meetings.

Benefits

• Eligible OPS employees averaging 30 or more hours per week may enroll in state group insurance plans, including PPO/HMO options.
• Dental plan options, with monthly premiums as low as $12.64.
• Vision plan through Humana, with monthly premiums as low as $5.92.
• Eligible OPS staff may enroll in a $25,000 group term life insurance plan; child and spouse life insurance may also be elected.
• OPS employees participate in the Florida FICA Alternative Plan, contributing 7.5% of compensation to the tax-deferred plan.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED