Navy Junior ROTC Senior Naval Science Instructor, 248 days, 7.5hrs

Chambersburg Area School District; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambersburg Area Senior High School in Chambersburg, PA seeks a Senior Naval Science Instructor to lead and manage the NJROTC program. The SNSI will work with cadets, faculty, parents, and community to build character, leadership, and academic success, delivering Navy curriculum and mentoring cadet leaders.

The role requires a commissioned officer and a bachelor’s degree, with strong emphasis on public speaking, organization, and responsible leadership within a school setting.

Qualifications

• Commissioned Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard officer.
• Retired military status or minimum of 8 years of honorable active duty.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Previous experience with a teenage youth-serving organization is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the operation of an NJROTC program.
• Provide advice and recommendations to district administrators on program operation.
• Serve as the district liaison with Naval Service Training Command.
• Deliver content to students using Navy curriculum materials.
• Supervise and instruct physical fitness activities.
• Supervise and instruct basic military drill.
• Supervise and instruct uniform wear and grooming guidelines.
• Mentor Cadet leaders.
• Manage stock room for educational materials, uniforms, and program support materials.
• Provide primary liaison between community veterans/civic groups and the NJROTC program.

Skills

Public Speaking

Organization

Time Management

Detail Oriented

Scheduling

Classroom Management

Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Physical Fitness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Navy Junior ROTC Senior Naval Science Instructor, 248 days, 7.5hrs JobID: 4475

• Position Type: NJROTC
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Chambersburg Senior High
• Date Available: 27/28 SY

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE

The Senior Naval Science Instructor leads and manages a growing, active Navy Junior ROTC Program. A successful candidate will interact comfortably with high school cadets, fellow faculty members, cadets' parents, and community leaders. The SNSI develops and sustains an NJROTC program that builds character, leadership, and citizenship while ensuring each cadet succeeds academically on their path to graduation.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Commissioned Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard Officer
  • Senior Enlisted (E-9) may be considered, but requires a waiver from the Navy
• Retired military status or minimum of 8 years of honorable active duty
• Completes Naval Service Training Command instructor screening process
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
• Prior experience with a teenage youth serving organization is desirable

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the operation of an award-winning NJROTC program
• Provide advice and recommendations to district administrators on the operation of the program
• Serve as the district liaison with Naval Service Training Command
• Deliver content to students using US Navy provided curriculum materials
• Supervise and instruct physical fitness activities
• Supervise and instruct basic military drill
• Supervise and instruct uniform wear and grooming guidelines
• Mentor Cadet (student) leaders
• Manage the stock room for educational materials, uniforms, and program support materials.
• Provide the primary liaison between community veterans group/civic group and the NJROTC Program
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCIES

• Scheduling (long and short-range)
• Classroom Management
• Public Speaking
• Organization
• Detail Oriented
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Thoroughness
• Time Management
• Physical Fitness

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full-time position; 7.5 hours per day, working 248 days per year
• Position is a professional teaching position
• Employment is managed under a separate contract from the Professional Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Evening and weekend work is expected – approximately 20 evenings per year and 10 Saturday or Sunday events.
• Occasional overnight travel to support competitions and orientation activities.
• After-school coaching of JROTC competitive teams is expected 2 days per week.
• Compensation follows the JROTC Single Integrated Pay System and is based on rank and education level. Stipend available for first aid/CPR certifications
• Military Uniform wear is required approximately two days per week and for special events

EVALUATION

The Chambersburg Area Senior High School Principal will evaluate the Senior Naval Science Instructor's performance annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluations of professional employees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Supervises the operation of the NJROTC Program, including two retired enlisted Naval Science Instructors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands:On the job, this employee must…

Squat Stand

Climb Push/Pull

Reach above shoulder level

Must carry/lift light to moderate loads.

Other___Cardio-endurance for a one-mile run

Other___________________________

• Work Environment: On the job, this employee…

( ) Is exposed to excessive noise

( ) Is around moving machinery

( X ) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature

( ) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases

( X) Drives motorized equipment

( ) Works in confined quarters

( X ) Other: Conducts Physical Fitness Training

( ) Other____________________________

OTHER DUTIES

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job title. This is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees are expected to perform duties not listed in the job description.Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities as needed to meet operational and organizational needs.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

The CASD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, or military service (or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law) in activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures or for information regarding services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and useable by handicapped persons, contact the Office of the Superintendent or the Director of Human Resources.

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