• Chaplain

    State of Minnesota (Luverne, MN)


    Job Class: Chaplain

    Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

    + **Job ID** : 89439

    + **Location** : Luverne

    + **Telework Eligible** : No

    + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

    + **Date Posted** : 10/07/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 10/20/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Luverne-MAPE

    + **Division/Unit** : Luverne Veterans Home / MVH-Luverne Indirect Care

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift/8:00 am - 4:30 pm

    + **Days of Work** : Tuesday & Wednesday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

    + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional

    + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

     

    The work you'll do is more than just a job.

     

    At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

     

    To provide spiritual care for the residents of the Minnesota Veterans Home-Luverne.

     

    This position is designated as part-time and will work primarily on the day shift. The work schedule will include at least 32 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially not eligible for insurance benefits.

     

    _Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

    Minimum Qualifications

    To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    + Bachelor's degree in Theology or related degree program

    + 2 years of experience performing independent pastoral care and counseling in a parish or specialized ministry setting

    + Completion of a minimum of four units of Clinical Pastoral Education

    + Thorough knowledge of community-based religious resources available to residents

    + Exceptional human relations skills sufficient to provide pastoral care, counseling, and empathy for the issues experienced by residents in a private and confidential matter

    + Communication and presentation skills sufficient to conduct services that are creative and engaging

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Master of Divinity degree or a related degree program from a graduate school accredited by the Association of Theological Schools

    + Previous experience as a Chaplain in healthcare

    Additional Requirements

    This position requires successful completion of the following:

    + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

    + A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

    + Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

     

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.