Description:

The Regional Department Chief of Chaplains is tasked with addressing the moral and spiritual needs of R1
members, providing a channel of love and hope for those seeking non-denominational spiritual guidance and
support. This role is integral in offering solace and assistance during times of hospitalization or the passing of a fellow member.

The RDC must collaborate closely with Chapter Commanding Officers to send messages of support or make appropriate phone calls during such times of need. It is imperative that personal beliefs of the RDC remain
private unless explicitly solicited, ensuring that conflicts of faith are avoided and all members feel respected and supported.

Leadership by example is a cornerstone of this role. The RDC should Maintaining a Facebook group, Discord channel and other social media sites is necessary. These platforms must be kept active and vibrant, with posts made on a weekly or bi-weekly basis on chaplaincy matters.

By adhering to these guidelines, the RDC of Chaplains will embody the compassion and dedication that we
strive for in our mission. Engage with resolve, and let your actions speak to the values we hold dear.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a member of Starfleet in good standing for at least one year.
• Be a member of a Chapter within Region One. (You don’t have to physically live within the region as long as you are a member of a chapter that is within the region.)
• Preferably a DC on that chapter, or an “expert” on the subject matter (not a hard requirement, but, definitely a plus).
• Passed OTS.
• Passed OCC.
• Must SFDPP certified.
• Reliable internet .
• Reliable e‐mail.
• Sense of humor and a great attitude.
• Pride and enthusiasm in Region One.
• The ability to perform duties in a timely and responsible manner. (While it is true that this is a volunteer position, you will have certain duties that MUST be done regularly as an RDC.)
• Willingness to invest personal time and effort to perform an important, but sometimes thankless, job for the benefit of Region One’s members.
• Passed any SFA school that is within the RDC position’s subject. (For example, if you are applying for the position of RDC of Sciences, you may want to take a course in the SFA Vulcan Academy of Science, etc.). This may not apply to all positions. Please list the dates taken and passed.

OVERALL RDC REQUIRED JOB DUTIES

How the RDC runs their department is pretty much up to them. However there are certain duties that apply to ALL RDCs. These include:

• Make your RDC program one that provides value and interest to the region!
• Monthly reports to the RDC Program Director are due on or before the 5th of EVERY month. Missing 2 reports in a row will get the RDC a warning. Missing 3 or more reports in a row is grounds for dismissal from the position. (BUT, the RDC Program Director can be very understanding if they know what they are being understanding about. If circumstances cause you to miss a report or two … don’t wait until you get a warning to call or write and say you have been very busy with something. Instead, you should send a note, e‐mail or regular mail saying what is causing you to miss this report before it is due or as soon after it is due as possible.) Missing 3 reports in any one calendar year is grounds for dismissal. 
• Post to the Facebook AT LEAST every two weeks
• Stay in contact with those ships who provide you with names and addresses of a contact person. Don’t make communication a one way street. After a while your contact person will get tired of sending in reports if they never know if it arrived or not. When you get a report, let the person reporting know.
• Send a recent photo of yourself if you are chosen for the RDC webpage.