3725 Chaplain Specialist: civilian jobs and resume guide
The O*NET Military Crosswalk connects this Chaplain Specialist designation to Clergy. Review each civilian direction's published work details, then keep only experience you can verify. The connection does not prove that you performed a mapped task.
About this designation: The source identifies this designation as Chaplain Specialist. Its shared civilian crosswalk evidence does not establish which duties, tools, credentials, or level of responsibility you personally held.
These are the civilian occupations O*NET connects to this military code. They are options to explore—not a ranking, a license, or proof that you performed every duty listed.
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Typical national pay$48,260–$76,640Median $60,810 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
O*NET Job Zone 5: extensive preparation is usually needed.
O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Pray and promote spirituality.
Prepare and deliver sermons or other talks.
Read from sacred texts, such as the Bible, Torah, or Koran.
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Clergy
Summary
Clergy conducting religious worship and providing spiritual guidance, counseling, and support to community members while administering rites and leading services
Experience
Clergy
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Organized and led regular religious services for the congregation
Prepared and delivered sermons or other talks to promote spirituality
Counseled individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs
Administered religious rites or ordinances for community members
Visited people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide comfort and support
Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines, or traditions for educational purposes
Participated in fundraising activities to support congregational activities or facilities
Skills
Leading & Coordinating
Leading classes or community events, Teaching specialized classes, Managing program finances, Counseling clients on personal issues
Checking & Planning
Developing promotional strategies, Developing educational programs, Reviewing professional literature, Planning special events
Core Skills
Promoting organizations, Writing articles
Open to
On site, Remote
Education
Doctorate (PhD) Your university, Year
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The mapped civilian record lists this task: Pray and promote spirituality. Identify comparable experience only if you can verify it.
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After
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Pray and promote spirituality.
Prepare and deliver sermons or other talks.
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Editorial reviewer: Rung Guru editorial QA. Approved: 2026-08-09T06:08:43.859003+00:00.
Structured guidance last changed: 2026-08-08. Source-verification dates appear with each source below.
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