James Gladden
Cibolo,Washington
Summary
Seasoned Military Chaplain offering 20 years of experience in pastoral care and spiritual leadership to leaders and soldiers. Committed to creating thriving community and guiding individuals transformed by the gospel. Successful background in organizational leadership, ministry program development and mission-oriented strategic planning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chaplain
717th MI Battalion-Alamo Station (NSA)
San Antonio, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Battalion Chaplain
502nd Intergrated Electronics Warfare Battalion
Tacoma, WA
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
Senior Religious Affairs NCO
USAG-Fort Leavenworth
Leavenworth, KS
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
- Kept up with news on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international events.
- Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
- Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.
- Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.
Executive Pastor
Agape Christian Faith Center
Ramstein-Meisenbach, Germany
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Senior Religious Affairs NCO
Regional Health Command Europe
Sembach, Germany
01.2014 - 08.2017
- Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
- Kept up with news on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international events.
- Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
- Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed office with 50 permanent staff, [Number] interns and 20 volunteers.
U.S Army Senior Instructor
Unites States Army Chaplain Center And School
Columbia, South Carolina
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Recorded lessons for 2,000 Soldiers to later use and online instruction.
- Provided MOS-specific instruction to entry-level Soldiers in a religious support setting.
- Organized special activities to build team cohesion and promote learning.
- Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
- Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
- Completed assessments of needs and adjusted to Religious Support training plans accordingly.
Brigade Non Commissioned Officer in Charge
35th Signal Brigade
Augusta, Georgia
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
Battalion Chaplain Assistant
67th Signal Battalion
Augusta, Georgia
07.2006 - 01.2008
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
Non-Appropriated Funds Clerk
USAG-Hawaii
Wahiawa, HI
03.2005 - 07.2006
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Drove customer loyalty and consistent sales through friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
Battalion Chaplain Assistant
1-62 ADA Battalion
Wahiawa, HI
06.2003 - 03.2005
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
- Researched and prepared materials used in Bible study and daily devotions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Master of Divinity - Religion
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA09.2018
Master of Arts - Religion
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI12.2008
Associate of Science - Finance
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI12.2005
Skills
- Ethical guidance
- Spiritual counseling
- Empathy development
- Stress management
- Active listening
- Marriage counseling
- Conflict resolution
- Spiritual leadership
Certification
- Family Life Introduction Course-2020
- Moral Injury Training Certification -2021
- Emergency Medical Ministry/Combat Medical Ministry-2022
- Chaplain Captains Career Course-2023
Timeline
Battalion Chaplain
717th MI Battalion-Alamo Station (NSA)
10.2023 - Current
Battalion Chaplain
502nd Intergrated Electronics Warfare Battalion
09.2020 - 12.2022
Senior Religious Affairs NCO
USAG-Fort Leavenworth
08.2017 - 07.2020
Executive Pastor
Agape Christian Faith Center
01.2015 - 08.2017
Senior Religious Affairs NCO
Regional Health Command Europe
01.2014 - 08.2017
U.S Army Senior Instructor
Unites States Army Chaplain Center And School
01.2011 - 01.2014
Brigade Non Commissioned Officer in Charge
35th Signal Brigade
01.2008 - 01.2011
Battalion Chaplain Assistant
67th Signal Battalion
07.2006 - 01.2008
Non-Appropriated Funds Clerk
USAG-Hawaii
03.2005 - 07.2006
Battalion Chaplain Assistant
1-62 ADA Battalion
06.2003 - 03.2005
Master of Divinity - Religion
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Religion
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
Hawaii Pacific University
Associate of Science - Finance
Hawaii Pacific University