What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Surface Officer position at US Navy Reserve?
About the Navy Reserve
As a current or former Navy Surface Warfare Officer, you have the opportunity to continue your Naval career while pursuing a civilian career. The Navy Reserve provides strategic depth and delivers operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces.
Benefits of Serving in the Navy Reserve
- Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend
- Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career
- Educational assistance
- Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family
- VA guaranteed home loans
- Low-cost insurance options, including up to $500,000 in life insurance
- Travel opportunities
- Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill
- Retirement after 20 qualifying years
Education Opportunities
The Navy Reserve continues to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL).
Qualifications and Requirements
If you are currently in the Inactive Ready Reserve, or you have been off active duty for over six months, then you will need to work with a Navy Officer Recruiter to begin the process of affiliating with the RC. You can locate the nearest Officer Recruiter by visiting the Navy's website and clicking on the "Find a Recruiter" link.
Salary : $42,000 - $82,000
