Chaplain

Chaplain Alabama Department of Corrections - 3.1 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time $45,556.80 - $64,152.00 a year 9 days ago Qualifications Individual / group counseling Mid-level Bachelor's degree Communication skills Full Job Description The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to serve as Chaplain at each of the following Correctional Facility locations across the state: Fountain and Holman combined

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$45,556,80 - $64,152.00 | Full-Time |

State Benefits, Insurance, & Retirement Note:

The starting salary is determined based on education, experience, or a combination of both. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing spiritual leadership, supporting rehabilitation efforts, and ensuring the protection of religious freedoms for individuals in our care. This is professional work that plays a critical role in fostering positive institutional culture, supporting staff and inmates, and advancing the Department's mission of rehabilitation and public safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Coordinate and schedule religious services and activities for multiple faith groups, ensuring alignment with security, staffing, and space requirements Manage and process volunteer applications, including coordinating background checks, training, and approvals Ensure compliance with ADOC Administrative Regulations and applicable laws governing religious expression Provide counseling and support to inmates, families, and staff Conduct religious services and facilitate faith-based programming Review and approve religious materials for distribution in accordance with policy Collaborate with institutional leadership, classification, and reentry personnel to support facility operations and inmate programming Assist in maintaining order, safety, and effective communication within the institution

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS BELOW

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university OR Additional education and/or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis AND Ordination, Ecclesiastical Endorsement, or equivalent.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Experience in ministry, counseling, or religious program coordination Ability to teach, facilitate services, and speak publicly Ability to work with diverse populations and multiple faith groups Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to operate effectively within a structured and secure environment Knowledge of constitutional protections related to religious freedom

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates within a correctional facility and requires daily interaction with inmates, staff, volunteers, and external partners. The role supports both institutional operations and rehabilitative programming.

WHY JOIN ADOC

Serve in a meaningful role that supports rehabilitation, protects constitutional rights, and contributes to safer communities across Alabama. How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter and direct any questions to Resumes will be received until the position is filled.