What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surface Warfare Officer position at US Navy Reserve?
About Surface Warfare Officers
Why Continue Your Naval Career in the Navy Reserve?
Pursuing a civilian career doesn't have to mean getting stuck in the corporate world. As a current or former Navy Surface Warfare Officer, you can use your leadership skills and talent in an environment that's constantly changing.
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. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid this mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world.
Navy Reserve 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
- 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
In a "decisive decade" with direct challenges to our interests and values, the Navy needs great Officers and Enlisted Sailors more than ever. The Navy does not want to lose your leadership, skills, and expertise.
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000