Charlie Scoma
Lead Chaplain
Seattle
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the International Conference of Police Chaplains, excelling in operational efficiency and team development. Enhanced fundraising efforts and expanded membership while fostering strong relationships. Adept at public speaking and problem-solving, driving impactful training initiatives that elevate team performance and community engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Region 2 Director
International Conference of Police Chaplains
11.2025 - Current
- Forged strong relationships with chaplains located in Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Oregon to enhance networking opportunities.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and skill development opportunities.
- Championed the work of chaplains located within the region to foster goodwill nationally and internationally while demonstrating corporate values in action.
- Boosted revenue generation, identifying new fundraising opportunities and expanding membership.
- Leading, hosting, overseeing annual Regional Training Seminar.
- Participate as a board member for the International Conference of Police Chaplains.
Chaplain Academy Director
Tacoma Pierce County Chaplaincy
03.2018 - Current
- Oversee administration and management of academy schedule.
- Curriculum review and development.
- Provide instructor evaluations and feedback to subject matter experts.
Washington Satellite Coordinator
First Responder Network - West Cost Post Trauma
12.2017 - Current
- Manage organizational aspects of the WCPR satelite retreat, including Clinicians, Peers, and Chaplains, scheduling, and logistics.
- Develop and implement ongoing training for new and current volunteers
- Actively recruit and screen new volunteers..
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Review retreat evaluations and make improvements as needed.
Lead Chaplain
Seattle Police Department
12.2013 - Current
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and special events.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to law enforcement officers, family members and staff.
- Promoted staff well-being by organizing and leading spiritual retreats focused on self-care and renewal.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Offered spiritual guidance to individuals facing life challenges, contributing to their personal growth and resilience.
- Developed relationships with law enforcement officers and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
- Oversee Volunteer Community Chaplain program.
Associate Pastor
University Presbtyrian Church
10.2008 - 04.2016
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs for Children and Families.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Oversaw administration and management of children and family ministries and congregational care ministry.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Managed department church staff and over 100 volunteers.
Education
Master of Science - Divinity
Princeton Theological Seminary
Princeton, NJ 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Social Work
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, NJ 05.2001 -
Skills
Operational efficiency management
Certification
Critical Incident Debriefing Individual and Group - ICISF
Timeline
Region 2 Director
International Conference of Police Chaplains
11.2025 - Current
Chaplain Academy Director
Tacoma Pierce County Chaplaincy
03.2018 - Current
Washington Satellite Coordinator
First Responder Network - West Cost Post Trauma
12.2017 - Current
Lead Chaplain
Seattle Police Department
12.2013 - Current
Associate Pastor
University Presbtyrian Church
10.2008 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Divinity
Princeton Theological Seminary
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Social Work
Rutgers University
05.2001 -