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Boatswain's Mate
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Responsibilities
The Boatswain's Mate (BM) has a rich history of honored traditions. As a BM, you will supervise the maintenance of your ship inside and out, in addition to a diverse roster of other responsibilities:
- Standing watch as lookout or Boatswain Mate of the Watch
- Repairing, maintaining and stowing equipment
- Training, directing and supervising ship's maintenance personnel
- Assisting as a search and rescue swimmer
- Operating sound-powered communication equipment
- Serving as a member of damage control, emergency and security alert teams
- Participating in Navy ceremonies
- Transferring supplies between ships while at sea
- Operating small boats, tugs, barges and other small craft
- Assisting with flight deck and amphibious operations
- Serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations
- Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting and maintaining the ship
- Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations
- Teaching seamanship
Work Environment
Boatswain's Mates serve primarily on ships and can expect to travel the world over. Your responsibilities are performed mostly outdoors and you can expect work of a physical nature. You will not spend your entire career at sea, you may work in a variety of different environments when you're stationed on shore.
Training & Advancement
Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), you'll report for specialized training, including:
Boatswain Mate "A" School (5 weeks) in Great Lakes, IL, for training in basic general safety, watch standing, deck seamanship, underway replenishment and preventive maintenance.
Following "A" School, there may be additional opportunities for training before receiving your first assignment, such as amphibious training. After all training is completed, you may be assigned to a fleet unit or a shore station.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Advanced Training
Advanced training as a Boatswain's Mate may also be available during later stages of your career. For those with further leadership aspirations and a college degree, Officer roles may be available, providing opportunities to lead and train others.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian world, such as occupational health and safety, motorboat operation and more.
Education Opportunities
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational training as a Boatswain's Mate can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Qualifications & Requirements
A high-school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor and a Boatswain's Mate. You must also be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.
Applicants for the BM rate possess good communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly. You should also be able to get along with others and work well as a team member.
Important personal traits for this role include resourcefulness and curiosity. You should have good use of your hands and maintain physical strength.
eral qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Boatswain's Mates in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, you may serve anywhere in the world, including locations in the U.S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Boatswain's Mates in the Navy Reserve serve in an Enlisted role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with the job, initial training requirements must be met.
For current or former military Enlisted servicemembers, prior experience satisfies the initial Recruit Training requirement, so you will not need to go through Boot Camp again.
For those without prior military experience, you will need to meet the initial Recruit Training requirement by attending Boot Camp in Great Lakes, IL. This training course will prepare you for service in the Navy Reserve and count as your first Annual Training.
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Doctor of Medicine | Urgent Care
Location: Springfield, MO
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Urgent Care MD in Springfield, Missouri, 65801!
Job Quick Facts:
- Specialty: Urgent Care
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Facility Location: Missouri - Springfield, Webb City, Joplin
- Service Setting: Outpatient
- Reason For Coverage: Supplemental
- Coverage Period: Dec 02, 2025 - Ongoing
- Coverage Type: Clinical Only
- Shift Schedule: TBD; 12-hr shifts
- Patient Demographics: All ages
- Patient Volume: 30-50
- Support Staff: - MAs, 1 Office Staff, Rad Techs
- Procedures: - Sutures, Splinting, drawing blood - Wound Care, Incision and draining - Reading EKGs and X-rays
- Beds in Dept: 5
- EMR: Epic
- Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered
Requirements:
- Active MO license or IMLC
- BC/BE (If BE, within 5 years of residency)
- BLS; ACLS & PALS (preferred)
About Adelphi Locums
Adelphi Locums, a brand of Adelphi Staffing, provides locum tenens staffing solutions for healthcare facilities across the U.S., connecting them with qualified physicians, advanced practitioners, and other medical professionals for temporary coverage needs.
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Doctor of Medicine | Neurology - General/Other
Location: Springfield, MO
Employer: Weatherby Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Weatherby Healthcare to find a qualified Neurology MD in Springfield, Missouri, 65804!
Interested? Give Weatherby a call today and speak with one of our specialty-specific consultants for available dates and details.
- Flexible scheduling with 12-hour day and night shifts
- 10 consults per 24-hour period plus 10 stroke activations daily
- Heavy stroke patient volume
- Lumbar puncture and TNK administration required
- Mechanical thrombectomy experience needed
- Ongoing assignment length
- Coverage includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses
- Assignment details and time entry in online portal
- Competitive compensation
- 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant
- Charter member of NALTO
About Weatherby Healthcare
Weatherby Healthcare is part of the CHG Healthcare family of staffing companies, which leads the locum tenens industry in size and quality. Since 1995, we’ve leveraged our nationwide network to connect locums professionals with the best jobs. We offer specialty-focused consultants for nearly 100 specialties of physicians, PAs, and NPs. These experts simplify the locums process from start to finish, backing you up with award-winning 24/7 support. In addition to providing competitive pay and malpractice coverage, we assist you with credentialing, licensing, travel, and housing. To learn more about how we make your life easier, visit
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Dental Hygienist
Description
*This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on for a 1-year agreement*
About Jordan Valley Community Health Center:
Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of a qualified dentist.
- Assesses dental condition and needs of patient; uses patient screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and periodic charting; takes patient vital signs as required.
- Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, injections, and related procedures.
- Documents dental history or chief complaint; records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental staff, as appropriate; documents lab procedures and ensures follow-up on results.
- Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.
- Assists in the preparation of patient care areas.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental outpatient services.
- Ability to independently assess the nature and extent of dental, periodontic, and associated conditions and pathology in dental outpatients.
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
- Ability to perform a full range of established dental hygienist protocols and procedures.
- Ability to analyze medical records and prescribed protocol to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans.
- Knowledge and understanding of dental surgery and associated procedures, terminology, and techniques.
- Promotes effective working relations and work effectively as part of a team to facilitate the Clinic’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
- Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the Clinic’s overall mission.
- Responsibly follows the Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.
- Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits Overview:
· Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
· Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
· Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
· Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
· Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
· Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
· Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
Holidays:
· Nine paid holidays per year.
Health Requirements:
All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.
- Current MO licensure as a Dental Hygienist.
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Our Sales Partners engage with customers and create an exceptional in-store experience. They embody Boot Barn's Mission, Vision and Values in their words and actions while demonstrating selling and service expertise, product knowledge, visual merchandising presentation skills and strong point-of-sale proficiency.
Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another's achievements, and most importantly support each other.
At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves \"Partners.\" With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.
Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit -- one handshake at a time.
This position is open year-round to address fluctuations in hiring needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team. While we regularly review applications, there is no specific timeline for hiring. Selected candidates will be contacted as positions become available throughout the year.
SALES PARTNER DUTIES
* Foster a service and selling culture; exceed overall expectations to build long-standing customer relationships.
* Become an expert in our product categories; understand and communicate product knowledge (including features and benefits) to the customer.
* Maintain and achieve measurable goals, including units per transaction (UPT), average dollar per transaction (ADT), item add-ons and customer information capture rates.
* Be informed and understand current merchandise promotions and advertisements.
* Maintain company-merchandising standards and assist in floor moves, display maintenance, merchandising, sales set up, and store housekeeping.
* Assist with processing merchandise as well as monitoring and replenishing floor stock.
* Accurately and efficiently complete all sales transactions and maintain proper cash and media accountabilities at POS registers.
* Actively seek new ways to develop skills and improve metrics by partnering with the store leadership team.
* Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
* Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.
* Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
* Availability to work a variety of shifts to meet business needs including nights, weekends and holidays.
* Flexibility with scheduling and willingness to work extended hours when necessary.
COMPETENCIES
* Brand & Product Expert: Demonstrates a strong understanding of Boot Barn's brand and products, effectively communicating product benefits to help customers make informed decisions.
* Driving Sales Through Customer Focus: Delivers personalized, service-driven experiences that prioritize customer needs and directly support individual and store sales goals.
* Operational Efficiency: Executes daily tasks and inventory processes efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner to support store operations.
* Professionalism: Upholds Boot Barn's culture by demonstrating accountability, adaptability, and respectful behavior to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
* Visual Standards: Ensures the store presentation aligns with brand standards by maintaining a clean, organized environment and executing visual merchandising accurately and on time.
PARTNER BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITIES
* Competitive hourly rate* plus selling incentives (SPIFFS) and monthly store sales bonus.
* Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
* Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
* Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
* 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
* Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
* Opportunities for growth at every level -- we are opening 50+ new stores each year.
* Compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure
For eligible Boot Barn Partners
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENTIn general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Partner to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
* Standing, walking and squatting more than fifty percent of the work shift.
* Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.
* Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.
* Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.
* Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
* Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.[ ] Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking[ ] Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking[X] Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting[ ] Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing
In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.
* The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.
* Noise levels are considered moderate.
Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject.
Our core value of community bands us together in supportive and inclusive ways to drive our collective success. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and Partners without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Boot Barn will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required by applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Boot Barn Store or Distribution Center or reach out to Human Resources at 1-949-453-4400, Option 4.
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At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere. We also believe in a high performing, connected culture, where everyone feels like they belong.
We strive to continuously improve our business and have committed to a long-term strategy and transformation plan known as Block Next. This multi-year roadmap focuses on innovation, client experience, and sustainable growth. It is designed to elevate how we work, how we serve, and how we lead in our industry.
At H&R Block, we're curious, creative, and always on the move. If you embrace challenges as opportunities and seek to make a meaningful difference where you live, work, and play, our door is always open.
Joining us as a Multi-Unit Team Leader, you'll provide leadership over three H&R Block tax offices. Using your people management experience and passion for helping people, you'll provide leadership to the customer-centric teams in the offices you manage to accelerate their seasonal tax business.
You'll serve as the front-line manager responsible for leadership and development of associates, delivering an outstanding client experience, and achieving all office related growth objectives for three tax offices. Prior tax preparation experience is not required.
You will start a flexible part-time schedule in the fall to prepare for the busy tax season. From January to April, you will transition to full-time, including evening and weekend hours as needed. Please note that this role is not remote and will require you to work in-person.
It would be even better if you also had multi-unit people management experience in the retail, restaurant, banking, or other related industry.
What you'll bring to the team...
- Manage office staffing, operations, and logistics for multiple offices with support from Associate Team Leaders
- Partner with the District General Manager (DGM) to create and implement office-level growth plans and client growth targets, which includes developing local partnerships and managing office community involvement
- Assist DGM in recruiting and interviewing candidates for tax office associate positions
- Conduct timely performance reviews and partner with Associate Relations Center to resolve associate issues and address performance concerns
- Build an engaging team environment, across all offices, by training and coaching associates recognizing outstanding associate contributions
- Lead daily team meetings and communicate essential information to tax office associates
- Create associate work schedules across all offices and ensure accurate timekeeping, as well as labor management for associates in all offices
- Travel between offices as required
- Prepare tax returns as needed, upon successful completion of the Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment*
Your expertise:
- People management experience, with the demonstrated ability to grow and develop associates
- Demonstrated aptitude for growth plan execution and ability to lead towards growth culture
- Strong decision-making and judgment skills and the ability to function well in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a customer-centric mindset that seeks to understand and exceed client needs
- Computer proficient with the ability to use MS Office
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or high school diploma with the equivalent combination of experience
- Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment or Income Tax Course (if preparing tax returns)*
Why work for us
- Employee Assistance Program with Health Advocate
- Wellbeing program, BetterYou, to help you build healthy habits
- Neurodiversity and caregiver support available to you and your family
- Various discounts on everyday items and services
- Benefits with additional eligibility requirements: Medical Coverage, 401k Retirement Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
The community you will join:
At H&R Block we remain committed to building a Connected Culture one in which trust, care, and connections are how we work together as we continue to create an environment where everyone feels safe to bring their authentic self to work every day and feels like they belong as part of a larger team.
You will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized throughout the world on Best Companies lists! You will also be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow and support each other.
H&R Block is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in the workplace regardless of gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
If you're looking to make an impact, H&R Block is the place for you.
*Enrollment?in?or completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course of Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment.
Sponsored Job #65356
Locum Tenens Opportunity: Internal Medicine
- Hematology/Oncology Location: near Springfield, Missouri Start Date: December 15, 2023End Date: Ongoing Schedule: Mondays and Fridays, 8:00 am
- 5:00 pm Weekend call coverage on specified dates Patient Load: 10-20 per shift EMR System: Epic Certification Requirements: Board Certified in Internal Medicine
- Hematology/Oncology ABLS Certification License: Active license in Pennsylvania required Privileges: Temporary privileges available Call Details: Call Type: Beeper Avg Call # per 24 Hr: Varies Call Response Time Required: 15 minutes Phone Consults: Varies Call Ratio: 0 Patients Seen: Varies Call Back %: 0 Admissions: Varies Locums Call is For: Both Description/Other Details:Immediate need due to provider departure.
Coverage required on Mondays and Fridays with occasional weekend calls.
For more information, please contact MD Staff at or email us at .
Please reference Job ID # j-174671.
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Are you an OB Hospitalist Physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTA's healthcare partners in Missouri might just be the opportunity for you!
Opportunity Highlights
• Schedule: 24-hour shifts
• Setting: OB Hospitalist Unit, NICU Level III
• Type of Cases: OB, GYN emergencies
• Credentialing: 90 days
Minimum Requirements
• Board Certified/Eligible: OB Hospitalist
• Licensure: Missouri - Active or Ability to Obtain
About VISTA Staffing
A ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Award winner, VISTA has 30 years of experience optimizing continuity of care for hospitals, medical practices and government agencies across the US. A leading provider of short-term US locum tenens and permanent physician search services, VISTA partners healthcare providers with facilities who need them most, providing an effective strategy for lessening the impact of the global provider shortage. Our VISTA team goes above and beyond to make healthcare providers feel valued in the job search process and are committed to elevating careers to new heights.
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Four One Seven is a regional lifestyle company in southwest Missouri. The multimedia company owns and produces 417 Magazine, Biz 417, , , 417 Custom Publishing and high impact thought leadership events.
Four One Seven is looking for a Senior Account Executive with a skill for building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to connect businesses with the right audiences, and guiding campaign strategy across advertising channels.
We currently have an opening for a Senior Account Executive. This position drives revenue growth by developing and executing strategic, multi-platform marketing solutions that align with client goals and company processes. Success is measured by delivering impactful results for clients while meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
Additional duties include:
- Meet or exceed revenue goals by selling advertising strategies and custom packages.
- Identify and pursue new advertising opportunities through networking events and cold calling.
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients.
- Correctly document client interaction in detail, create proposals and contracts, and book information accurately in the CRM system.
- Prepare and present sales proposals to clients and prospects.
- Understand company policies, including financial, production, and editorial policies, and communicate them to clients.
- Collaborate with the digital and marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns.
- Attend relevant trade shows and 417 signature events.
- Participate in sales meetings and contribute to sales forecasting and planning efforts.
- Additional duties may be required.
The ideal candidate will excel in professional communication, have a strong attention to detail, demonstrate good judgment and the ability to evaluate tasks and prioritize effectively. They will have the ability to represent themselves and the company through the mission and core values of 417 through any interactions inside or outside of the office and online with co-workers and the public.
- Creative thinker who has the ability to offer input in meetings and confidence to share ideas.
- Strategic and driven; Intrinsically motivated to work independently yet still be a team player
- Comfortable with sales coaching and receiving feedback as required
- Manage a workload of multiple projects and competing sales deadlines
5 years of experience in a related field is preferred.
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Surface Warfare Officer
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Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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