Head Chaplain (#019501) Programs & Services, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina
Richland, SC

  • Provides administration of pastoral care/religious services for SCDC, to include recruiting, hiring, training, and supervision, and providing technical assistance to a variety of staff.

  • Monitors policies and manage requests, ensuring religious freedom of inmates is protected, while representing the agency in resolving issues that arise in this area.

  • Serves as a technical expert in religious services and coordinates agency work assignments among chaplains.

  • Meets regularly with other regional chaplains to ensure statewide continuity of care across the agency, including creating reports about work.

  • Resume preferred but not required.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • Equivalent Master of Divinity degree and ordination as a priest, minister, or rabbi, with a current ecclesiastical endorsement; work experience in a clinical pastoral setting.

  • Additional 6 years pastoral experience with 1 year full-time work experience as a chaplain in a clinical setting. 1 year administrative responsibilities.


The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
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