S4 Job Description

Battalion Logistics or Supply Officer (S-4)

The battalion logistics or supply officer is responsible for the maintenance, security, record keeping, issue, and turn-in of all U.S. government property (except ordinance). The S-4 coordinates the securing of property with the S-2.

Some of the duties of the S-4 are to:

a) Create a JROTC Clothing and Equipment Record for each cadet. Maintain all cadet supply records in proper order.

(b) Maintain accountability for all equipment and supplies used by the unit.

(c) Conduct periodic inventories of the on-hand supplies and equipment; submit weekly reports to the instructor staff on the availability of supplies and the condition of equipment.

(d) Ensure that adequate cleaning materials are available for use during assigned maintenance activities.

(e) In coordination with the battalion sergeant major, make periodic inspections of the national, state, and organizational Colors for serviceability.

(f) Maintain security of all items of clothing and equipment in the supply room and training aids storage area.

(g) Maintain the supply room in a neat and orderly fashion at all times.

(h) Maintain a running inventory of all supplies/property; determine supply requirements; and prepare requisitions for equipment and supplies required for the cadet battalion.

(i) Issue clothing, insignia, and other supply items as directed by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

(j) Collect and dispose of excess salvage equipment and clothing.

(k) Supervise the activities of the battalion ordnance officer (if assigned).

(l) Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff. Also advises the battalion commander, and instructor staff on the condition of all weapons. This officer supervises the issue, maintenance, and turn-in of all weapons; maintains the weapons roster; and prepares and issues weapons cards to cadets.