Army ROTC Military Science Instructor - 1 August opens

Position opens 1 August 2026. Since 2002, MAT has been providing top-quality services to clients representing multiple federal and state-level agencies. Our vision is for MAT to be the company of choice when it comes to expert analysis, thoughtful solutions, and the professional workforce required to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of work.

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About the Role

The Military Science Instructor (MSI) will teach effectively in an indoor classroom and field training setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops. Contractor personnel serving as ROTC military science instructors must demonstrate instructor ability in military field training exercises and be able to live and instruct in a field environment for extended periods during training exercises.

Responsibilities

• Provide military science instruction, group and/or individual training, and field instruction in accordance with Cadet Command’s Program of Instruction (POI), syllabus, and other ROTC-directed or emerging training in various settings on and off campus, including field environments.
• Use mixed media (visual aids) and innovation to teach learning and lesson objectives.
• Ensure students are properly tested in class and successfully apply theory in practice during training and assessment events outside the classroom and academic year.
• Provide expert training in Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, small unit tactics, and physical fitness.
• Coach, teach, and prepare competitive Cadet teams, including but not limited to Ranger Challenge, drill team, and color guard.
• Instruct Cadets on the leader/officer-to-NCO relationship in both garrison and combat environments, including squad, platoon, and higher-level operations from the NCO perspective.
• Instruct and prepare Cadets on receiving and executing written and verbal plans, concepts, and crisis/contingency management.
• Support Cadet Summer Training (CST) for approximately 40 days at Fort Knox, KY.
• Assist Government personnel in marketing and recruiting efforts, including Cadet prospect development, orientations, college fairs, parades, and similar events.
• Gather and develop information for marketing handouts to promote Army ROTC.
• Provide information to potentials, prospects, and centers of influence about Army ROTC, including program participation, training, and commissioning as a U.S. Army officer.
• Showcase the Army ROTC program by escorting community leaders, educators, parents, and others on campus tours, providing information, and answering questions.
• Assist with inventory and distribution of supplies.
• Transport ROTC personnel, Cadets, students, supplies, and materials for training exercises, recruiting/marketing events, and sustainment operations. (Requires a valid vehicle operator’s license, completion of “Accident Avoidance” training, 15-passenger van training, and proof of insurance. Contractor personnel are subject to pecuniary liability for damage or loss of Government vehicles per AR 735-5.)

Work Environment

This position functions primarily in an indoor classroom setting. Some instruction may occur outdoors and/or offsite, such as during Ranger Challenge, Color Guard, Leadership Labs, and Field Training Exercises (FTX). Recruiting events may require travel and outdoor activities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to speak and communicate clearly.
• Ability to physically demonstrate activities, such as during field instruction and drills.
• Ability to operate on uneven terrain during Leadership Labs and Field Training Exercises.
• Ability to travel by car, van, truck, plane, or other methods to assigned events or activities.
• Ability to participate in recruiting events and other assigned activities.

Travel

Yes—travel as needed, including overnight travel annually to attend CST.

Requirements

• Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer within the U.S. Army (Active Component, Reserve, or Army National Guard). Note: Air Force, Marines, Navy, or service in other countries’ militaries do not qualify.
• Permanent employment: Minimum of six (6) years prior Active or Reserve Component military experience.
• Temporary employment: Minimum of four (4) years (six preferred) prior Active or Reserve military experience.
• Experience must be current (within the last five years at time of initial assignment) and terminated with an honorable discharge or retirement. Includes GS or contractor support to the U.S. Army if within the last five years and previously retired from the U.S. Army or separated with an honorable discharge.
• Meet the academic institution’s qualifications and requirements for instructor positions.
• Thorough knowledge of Army organizational structure, mission objectives, functions, procedures, agency regulations, and policy pertaining to the Department of the Army.
• Knowledge and experience in military training and field training evaluations.
• Knowledge of basic Soldier skills, including map reading, land navigation, marksmanship, drill and ceremonies, and experience with U.S. Army small arms.
• Knowledge of safety skills in the use of small arms, ammunition, and pyrotechnics.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, user maintenance, Windows environments, email, and internet operations.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in classroom and field training settings, including standardized instruction and creative workshops.
• Ability to live and instruct in a field environment for extended periods during training exercises.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Subject to background checks for Positions of Significant Trust and Authority (POSTA).