What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Surface Officer position at US Navy Reserve?
Expand your civilian career without getting stuck in a traditional corporate environment. As a current or former Navy Surface Warfare Officer, you can leverage your leadership skills and talent in an ever-changing setting while balancing family obligations and personal aspirations.
Overview
The Navy Reserve offers part-time opportunities for SWOs to continue their Naval careers while enjoying the flexibility of leading independent lives in the civilian world. 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 during times of peace or war.
Benefits
- 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
- Extensive educational assistance, including Tuition Assistance, DANTES, post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill
- 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
Navy Reserve Sailors can continue to pursue educational opportunities through various programs, including:
- Tuition Assistance
- DANTES
- Post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill
- US Naval War College
- Senior Enlisted Academy
- Certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL)
Salary : $104,950 - $145,450