NAVAL JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (NJROTC) PROGRAM

UNIT STAFF DUTIES INSTRUCTION

Delegation of authority does not mean delegation of responsibility to the assistant.

Commanding Officer (CO): The CO is the senior cadet responsible to the SNSI/NSI for all areas of the NJROTC program. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Responsible for the overall guidance and direction of the unit.
2. Meet a minimum of once per week with SNSI for leadership training and   mentoring in carrying out unit responsibilities.
3. Carry out assigned tasks as provided by the SNSI/NSI.
4. Maintain the highest standards of unit discipline, appearance, morale and academic standing.
5. Practice sound leadership techniques and be aware of the leadership styles/effectiveness of the other unit staff members.
6. Be responsible for all unit functions and activities. Delegation of authority does not mean delegation of responsibility.
7. Participate in over 80% of unit events in and outside of the school, including community service.
8. Attending meetings as necessary to coordinate pending events.
9. Command at least two drill teams.
10.  Review/Data-check  CDMIS weekly for accuracy.

Executive Officer (XO): The XO will support the CO in all respects and will be prepared to act on the CO's behalf in his/her absence. Specifically, the XO is responsible for:

1. Carry out tasks assigned by the unit Company Commander or the SNSI/NSI.
2. Be prepared to stand in for the Company Commander at any time.
3. Maintain the unit EOY Report as a living document.
4. Lead unit staff meetings.
5. Continually assess progress toward achieving unit goals and make recommendations, where appropriate, to revising goals.
6. Ensure that all team captains are properly documenting practice and competition attendance.
7. Ensure the Training Officer is actively providing relevant training to all cadets, through activities, lessons, and demonstrations. Additionally, inspect CDMIS for proper documentation.
8. Assist with special projects and annual events, working closely with the SNSI, NSI, and other staff members.
9. Supervise Training and Advancement programs.

Command Senior Chief (CSC): The CMC deals directly with enlisted cadets and reports directly to the CO. He/she takes care of disciplinary situations with the enlisted as well as the promotion process for individual cadets. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Responsible for the highest standards of discipline, conduct, and uniform appearance.
2. Take muster at company functions, practices, staff meetings and report to the XO/CO.
3. Assist the CO/XO in any way necessary to run the unit efficiently.
4. Be prepared to form the company for drill or inspection in the absence of officers.
5. Monitor the advancement of cadets. Motivate!!......as necessary for promotion.
6. Report concerns of poor conduct to CO/XO.
7. Visit blocks randomly for a “morale-check.”
8. Ensures ALL spaces are cleaned daily.
9. Make recommendations for moral booster to CO/XO.

 Operations Officer (OPS): The OPS officer will support the CO and XO in all respects. Specifically, the OPS officer is responsible for:

1. Maintain / update the unit calendar.
2. Ensure the Plan of the Week (POW) is properly prepared and submitted to the SNSI.
3. Coordinate event requirements and sign-up sheets to ensure event needs are met. Finalize event sign-up sheets prior to each event.
4. Be familiar with trip requirements, especially for Drill Meets, Honor/Color Guard, and unit trips.
5. Be prepared to fill in as Executive Officer as required.
6. Assist CO/XO in special projects, to include AMI, field trips, parades, etc.
7. Call and confirm all events 24-48hrs prior to departure for the event.
8. Account for cadets at all off-campus events.

Training Officer (TRO): The Training Officer reports to the CO via the XO. The training department is responsible for tracking the progress of all members to support awards and promotions. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinate advancement testing of all platoon members, to include exam creation, administering, grading and promotion recommendations.
2. Coordinate and conduct training for those cadets in need of additional training relating to general military knowledge and drill.
3. Must be knowledgeable on unit activities including drill.
4. The Training Officer is not a part of the top 4, yet it is equal to admin, supply, and armory.
5. Monitor and inspect the work of Assistant TRO’s.
6. Develop training tools to increase overall unit knowledge: ex… Kahoot, games, movies, etc.
7. Develop advancement exams and questions database.

The following are staff positions where all Cadets may apply:

Administrative Officer (ADMINO): The Administration Officer is responsible for personnel functions, including, but not limited to:

1. Maintain all cadet administrative records in CDMIS.
2. Record the minutes of unit staff meetings and provide copies to all staff members.
3. Maintain an accurate record of all forms received on an annual basis.
4. Enter information into CDMIS for all events within 24-28hrs upon completion.
5.  Delegation of authority does not mean delegation of responsibility to the assistant.
6. Maintain POW.
7. Plan/execute Awards ceremony.

Assistant Admin Officer: The assistant is there in support in all respects of the Admin Officer.

1. Holds the same responsibilities of the Admin Officer.
2. Under the leadership of the ADMIN

Supply Officer (SUPPO): The Supply Officer reports directly to the NSI for supply related matters and to the XO for military matters. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Maintain strict inventory and accountability for all instructional material, organizational items, and uniform items.
2. Coordinate the issue and turn-in of all uniform items.
3. Conduct monthly inventory, spot-checks to verify CDMIS information.
4. Conduct annual (or as required) wall-to-wall inventories on uniforms, organizations, and minor property and submit as required.
5. Control access to all unit supply storerooms.
6. Ensure all storerooms are clean and orderly.
7. Recommend to the SNSI/NSI uniforms, gear, and books for survey, repair or cleaning.

 Assistant Supply Officer: The assistant is there in support in all respects of the Supply Officer.

1. Holds the same responsibilities of the Supply Officer.

Armory Weapons Officer (WEPS): The Maintenance Officer reports directly to the SNSI for supply related matters and to the CO/XO for military matters. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Maintain inventory and accountability for all instructional material, organizational items, and supplies.
2. Keep inventory of all items within the armory.
3. Required to fix any supplies that may have been broken.
4. Required to let the SNSI of any lost or broken items.
5.  Delegation of authority does not mean delegation of responsibility to the assistant.
6. Assign assistant.
7. Account for all weapons use and custody after each evolution.

 Assistant Maintenance Officer: The assistant is there in support in all respects of the Maintenance Officer.

1. Holds the same responsibilities of the Maintenance Officer.

Physical Training Commander (PTCDR): The PT Commander is responsible for the physical training of the cadets. Responsibilities include the following:

1. Responsible for planning/coordinating weekly Physical Training (PT) days for all blocks.
2. Coordinate with SNSI to compile athletic teams for Drill/Athletic competitions.
3. Select activities that cover a wide range of athletics.
4. Form cadets for each PT session prior to the selected activity. Additionally, ensure to take part and lead PT.
5.  Delegation of authority does not mean delegation of responsibility to the assistant.

Assistant PT Commander: The assistant is there in support in all respects of the Supply Officer.

1. To take charge of PT in case of PTCDR absence.

Orienteering Commander (OCDR): The Orienteering Commander is responsible for the training of the cadets. Responsibilities include the following:

1. Establish, publish, and hold a regular schedule of training sessions.
2. Nominate qualified Cadets to take part in competitions.
3. Establish and maintain team assignments to support the best training and competitiveness of the teams.
4. Runs practices in preparation for competitions.

Academic Team Commander (ATCDR): Leads and organizes academic teams and their content. Reports directly to CO/XO of academic team lists and organizations for competitions.

1. Select members of the NAE/Academic Teams and Brain Brawl Team.
2. In charge of running the National Academic Exam.
3. Participate in Brain Brawl competitions.
4. Must be a junior
5. Develop training materials with the T.O.

Public Affairs Officer (PAO): The PAO is responsible to the SNSI through the XO and the CO for the following:

1. Maintain a close liaison with school/local media with regard to the unit, preparing monthly articles for submission to SNSI.
2. Maintain a yearly unit scrapbook or file with pictures from all events.
3. Coordinate photography (video and still) unit activities/events/competitions.

Platoon Commanders: Are responsible for commanding during company formations.

• Alpha CO: Are responsible for commanding Alpha 1 during company formations.
• Alpha XO: Are responsible for commanding Alpha 2 during company formations.
• Alpha CMC: Are responsible for commanding Alpha 3 during company formations.

 Bravo Platoon Commanders:  Are responsible for commanding during company formations.

• Bravo CO: Are responsible for commanding Bravo 1 during company formations.
• Bravo XO: Are responsible for commanding Bravo 2 during company formations.
• Bravo CMC: Are responsible for commanding Bravo 3 during company formations.

Drill Commander – The drill commander is responsible to the Training Officer via CO/XO for the following:

1. Train NS1 Cadets on marching, facing movements, and naval terminology wrt Drill
2. Assign PC for each block to lead in drilling during class.
3. Ensure drill team members have all necessary uniform items for each event.
4. Recommend NS1 cadets for the NS1 Drill Team.
5. Recommend cadets for the Varsity Drill Team.
6. Select a NS1 Drill Team captain.
7. Identify drill teams for upcoming year.

Platoon Commander (PC) – The PC will lead the class daily by maintaining good order and discipline during the entire class session. The PC will move to the front of the class and direct the platoon as necessary. This position rotates daily so that all get a chance to lead the class!

1. PC will read the POW verbatim.
2. The PC will ensure that the muster is taken in a timely manner.
3. Lead the class in the Pledge/Cadet Creed etc.
4. Dismiss the class.

Class Leaders(CL) – The most senior cadet in the class, designated to manage the class and ensure it runs smoothly.

1. Take charge and support the instructor in all areas as needed.
2. Do not engage in frivolous activity.
3. Must maintain good order and discipline in the classroom.
4. Ensure logbooks are organized and maintained accordingly.

NS1 Trainer (NST)– Responsible for training and motivating the NS1 Cadets in drill.

1.  Must know drill cards, as the lead trainer of the NS1 cadets.
2. Teach basic drill movements.
3. Must be on varsity drill team.
4. Maintains the muster sheet for each practice.