What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Surface Officer position at US Navy Reserve?
Continuing Your Naval Career
About 15% of Navy Surface Warfare Officers choose to leave active duty for various reasons. However, the Navy Reserve offers a perfect opportunity for you to continue your Naval career while pursuing your civilian aspirations.
The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces in times of peace or war. By serving in the Navy Reserve, you will seamlessly support and actively aid this mission, all while continuing to lead your own independent lives in the civilian world.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 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
- Education 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
Why Join the Navy Reserve?
The Navy Reserve is a fantastic opportunity to continue your service and earn outstanding benefits with the flexibility to pursue a civilian career, higher education, and family. In a challenging decade, the Navy needs great Officers more than ever.
Education Opportunities
Navy Reserve Sailors continue 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).
Salary : $108,355 - $170,639
