Regimental Affairs Officer SUNY Maritime College

Located on a scenic 55-acre waterfront campus where the East River meets Long Island Sound, SUNY Maritime College offers a unique blend of academic excellence and mariner-focused leadership training. The Office of the Commandant plays a vital role in the professional and personal development of the Regiment of Cadets, ensuring that graduates emerge as capable leaders in the merchant mariner service, maritime industry, military, and global business sectors.

About the Role

Regimental Affairs Officers at SUNY Maritime College serve as key leaders and mentors within the Regiment of Cadets, providing guidance, supervision, and support to cadets across all three battalions. They enforce daily operational standards, oversee cadet discipline, rotationally manage after-hours activities, and ensure consistent application of college and Regimental policies. They play a critical role in leadership development, supporting programs such as Indoctrination (INDOC), J-START, and the Leadership Development Continuum, while also contributing to recruitment and scholarship selection efforts. During Summer Sea Term, they participate in shipboard operations, supervise cadet conduct, and help maintain a safe, professional training environment both at sea and in port.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commandant and Deputy Commandant of Cadets in executing regimental priorities and ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Serve as the primary leaders, mentors, and supervisors for cadets across all three battalions, providing values-based guidance that fosters professionalism, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
• Oversee and support cadet activities during rotationally managed after-hours activities in alignment with SUNY Maritime College's mission.
• Coordinate, implement, and enforce regulations and programs that support daily operations, including emergency and special liberty requests, restriction, extra duty management, and watch bill implementation.
• Apply the standards of behavior outlined in Regimental policies and those of the broader College in a fair and consistent manner.
• Maintain confidential performance and discipline files in accordance with FERPA and institutional policies.
• Serve as a watch officer for the nighttime duty rotation (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM) in the Regiment's assigned dormitories throughout the academic year (Fall/Winter/Spring).
• Prepare for and oversee the execution of the Cadet, Faculty, and Staff Random Drug Testing Program, ensuring full compliance with college and federal guidelines.
• Oversee restriction musters for restricted Cadets and follow up with necessary documentation for those missing required musters.
• Oversee the completion of Extra Duty sessions as scheduled in the Regimental Rules and Regulations or as directed by the Commandant.
• Oversee overnight watches to guide and reinforce the actions of the Cadet watch.
• Track completion of Alcohol EDU and SAP by Cadets as necessary.
• Work during the day for special events as directed by the Commandant/Deputy Commandant, including attending Open Houses and other events to make presentations showcasing the College and the Regiment.
• Participate in the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of Regimental programs.