What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Surface Officer position at US Navy Reserve?
Leaving Active Duty Doesn't Mean Leaving Your Service Behind
As a current or former Navy Surface Warfare Officer, you may be considering leaving active duty due to family obligations, career aspirations, or the desire to settle down. However, the Navy Reserve offers an opportunity to continue your service and leadership skills in a part-time environment.
The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team, while allowing you to maintain your independence in the civilian world.
A Comprehensive Range of 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
- 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
Continuing 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).
Qualifications and Requirements
If you are currently in the Inactive Ready Reserve or 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. Please include the following information in an email so that E-Talent can forward your details to the benefits advisor nearest to you:
- Name
- Address
- Phone
- Current duty station (if applicable)
- Best time/method of contact
Salary : $45,000 - $63,000