Army ROTC Military Science Instructor - University of Pittsburgh

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 shall have demonstrated instructor ability in military field training exercises and be able to live/instruct in a field environment for extended periods during training exercises.

Responsibilities

• Provide military science instruction, Group and/or individual training, field instruction and training 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, to include field environments
• Uses provided mixed media (visual aids) and innovation to teach the learning and lesson objectives
• Ensure students are properly tested in class and successfully apply theory in practice during training and assessment events outside of the classroom and the academic year
• Provide expert training at Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, small unit tactics, and physical fitness
• Cook, teach and prepare competitive Cadet teams to include, 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 the squad, platoon and above levels from the NCO perspective
• Instruct and prepare Cadets on receiving and executing written and verbal plans and concepts and crisis/contingency management
• Cadet Summer Training (CST) – Support CST for approximately 40 days at Fort Knox, KY
• Aid Government personnel in marketing/recruiting efforts at recruiting and marketing events, such as freshman orientations, by assisting with Cadet prospect development
• Gather information as it pertains to Cadet prospects and help with the development of information that can be placed in handouts that will help market Army ROTC
• Showcase the Army ROTC program by escorting community leaders, educators, parents, and other centers of influence through campus tours, providing pertinent information, and answering their questions
• Aid Government personnel with inventory and distribution of supplies
• Transport ROTC personnel, Cadets and students, supplies and materials in conjunction with training exercises and other ROTC events such as recruiting/marketing, and sustainment operations. (Such support requires a valid vehicle operator’s license, completion of the “Accident Avoidance” training, 15 pax van training, and proof of insurance)
• Supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of the ROTC program
• Support the ROTC program by participating in and supporting such events as student orientation, college fairs, parades, and similar events
• Travel to assigned events or activities as needed

Requirements

• Permanent employment - minimum of six (6) years prior Active or Reserve Component military experience
• Temporary employment - minimum of four (4) years - six (6) years preferred - prior active or reserve military experience
• Experience shall be current (within the last five years at time of initial assignment as a contractor instructor)
• Service does include working as a GS or contractor supporting the US Army but only if it has been within the last 5 years and if you have previously retired from the US Army or ETS’s with an honorable discharge
• Possess a thorough knowledge of the Army organizational structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, agency regulations and policy pertaining to the Department of the Army
• Possess knowledge and experience of military training and field training evaluations
• Possess knowledge of basic Soldier skills; not limited to but includes map reading, land navigation, marksmanship, drill and ceremonies, weapons experience with U.S Army small arms
• Possess knowledge of safety skills in the use of small arms, ammunition and pyrotechnics
• Possess computer skills, to include operation of Microsoft word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics programs, performance of user maintenance, Microsoft Windows environments, and familiarity with e-mail and internet environment and operations

Qualifications

• Teach effectively in a classroom and field training setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops
• Contractor personnel shall have demonstrated instructor ability in military field training exercises and be able to live/instruct in a field environment for extended periods during training exercises

Skills

• Excellent communication and teaching skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Knowledge of Army organizational structure and mission objectives
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Advancement opportunities
• Time and resources for professional skill improvement
• Time for work-life balance

Pay

Salary range is $50,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary based on the needs of the program and the cadets. However, there will be a need to be available for training exercises, summer camps, and other events that may require travel.