BATTALION COMMANDER

The Cadet Battalion Commander must be mature, willing to accept responsibility, and able to effectively delegate authority and supervise subordinates. The battalion commander controls the staff through the battalion executive officer and the companies through the company commanders, while maintaining the final approval authority in the cadet chain of command.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Plan for the conduct of special ceremonies in coordination with the operations and training officer.

Prepare and publish any orders necessary for the operation of the cadet battalion.

Maintain the qualification records and personal files on all cadets.

Publish and execute the cadet battalions recruiting plan.

Collect, consolidate, post, and maintain all merit and demerit reports and records.

Coordinate with the company commanders and the battalion staff on recommendations to the instructor staff on reassignments and organization; assign cadets to the various companies and maintain a record of those assignments.

Prepare periodic strength reports under the supervision of the instructor staff and keep the manning board posted and up to date.

Report incidents that are prejudicial to good order and discipline, and submit reports to the instructor staff, the cadet battalion commander, and the executive officer.

In coordination with the S-2, make recommendations to improve morale and welfare of the cadet battalion.

Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

BATTALION XO

The cadet battalion executive officer (XO) supervises, directs, and coordinates the cadet battalion staff to prevent overlapping efforts and to ensure that the commander’s desires are understood and achieved. The cadet battalion XO keeps the staff informed of the commander’s policies and keeps the cadet battalion commander informed of the status of projects assigned to the staff. The cadet battalion XO assumes command of the cadet battalion in the absence of the cadet battalion commander.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Organize the cadet battalion staff properly and ensure that it works as a team.

Inspect the work of the cadet battalion staff and make other inspections as directed by the cadet battalion commander.

Ensure that the battalion staff officers prepare and submit reports on time and that they are engaged in future planning.

Act as the commander of troops during ceremonies.

Ensure that instructions and orders issued to the cadet battalion are in accordance with the

established policies of the cadet battalion commander; report all violations of orders to the cadet battalion commander.

Perform other duties as assigned by the cadet battalion commander or the instructor staff.

BATTALION CSM

The battalion command sergeant major is the principal cadet enlisted assistant to the battalion commander. As the senior enlisted member of the cadet corps, the command sergeant major supervises the 1st sergeants of the battalion and companies. The CSM is also responsible for all activities regarding drill and ceremony.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Principal advisor to the commander on the state of morale, discipline, and training of Cadets within the battalion

Advises the Battalion Commander on planning, coordinating and supervising activities of the battalion.

Helps train and counsel Cadets regarding attitude, appearance, military courtesy, and discipline. Reports serious cases to the Battalion Commander.

Supervises Battalion formations; responsible for training and execution of drill and ceremonies at all levels

Supervises the Color Guard to maintain the highest standards of training and appearance.

Keeps charge of all company 1st Sergeants and coordinates between them.

Battalion S1

The battalion adjutant is the administrative assistant to the battalion commander. The adjutant is also responsible for performing other administrative duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

Job Description

• Plan for the conduct of special ceremonies in coordination with the operations and training officer.

• Prepare and publish any orders necessary for the operation of the cadet battalion.

• Maintain the qualification records and personal files on all cadets.

• Publish and execute the cadet battalions recruiting plan.

• Collect, consolidate, post, and maintain all merit and demerit reports and records.

• Coordinate with the company commanders and the battalion staff on recommendations to the instructor staff on reassignments and organization; assign cadets to the various companies and maintain a record of those assignments.

• Prepare periodic strength reports under the supervision of the instructor staff and keep the manning board posted and up to date.

• Report incidents that are prejudicial to good order and discipline, and submit reports to the instructor staff, the cadet battalion commander, and the executive officer.

• In coordination with the S-2, make recommendations to improve morale and welfare of the cadet battalion.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

Battalion S2

The battalion S-2 assists the battalion commander and the instructor staff in matters pertaining to unit security and enforces the provisions of the security requirements for the battalion.

Job Description

• Assist in making periodic inspections of the security of weapons (if available within the unit).

•  Make periodic inspections of the security of the supply room and equipment storage areas.

• Make necessary on-the-spot corrections resulting from security inspections

• In coordination with the S-1, report incidents that are prejudicial to good order and discipline, and submit reports to the instructor staff, the cadet battalion commander, and the executive officer.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff. For example, in some JROTC units, the S-2 may also be responsible for the information center and the duties of a public affairs officer if one is not assigned or for the duties of an ordnance officer if one is not assigned.

Battalion S3

The battalion S-3 assists the battalion commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all training activities of the cadet battalion. Additionally, the S-3 keeps the commander advised on the progress of training within the battalion. 

Job Description 

• Prepare the weekly training schedules.

• Select and designate cadet instructors in coordination with the instructor staff; post the weekly training schedules no later than one week in advance of training on all bulletin boards.

• Assign areas for outdoor training and ensure classrooms are available and prepared for instruction.

• Inspect the drill field prior to use by the battalion and prepare it for ceremonies.

• Coordinate the training of the rifle team(s), drill team(s), Color Guard, and the honor guard; also, coordinate training for guiding bearers and manual of the saber for cadet officers.

•  Organize events such as reviews, parades, and extracurricular activities.

• Plan and supervise field events.

• Inspect cadet training for compliance.

•  Maintain the unit reference library.

• Maintain the training portion of cadet records.

• Assume command of the battalion in the absence of both the battalion commander and XO.

• Supervise the activities of the battalion communications officer.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

Battalion S4

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 ordnance). The S-4 coordinates the securing of property with the S-2.

Job Description

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

• Maintain accountability of all equipment and supplies used by the unit.

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

• Ensure that adequate cleaning materials are available for use during assigned maintenance activities.

• In coordination with the battalion sergeant major, make periodic inspections

• of the national, state, and organizational Colors for serviceability.

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

• Maintain the supply room in a neat and orderly fashion at all times.

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

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

• Collect and dispose of excess salvage equipment and clothing.

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

Battalion S5

The battalion S-5 acts as the contact between the corps of cadets and all news media and student publications. This officer publicizes as many of the activities of the Army JROTC program as possible to create an outstanding image of the cadet battalion and to reinforce the image of the Program.

Job Description

• Updates website (Facebook/Instagram) weekly with current photos and information.

• Ensures overall marketing and advertising is relevant, informative, and current.

• Serves as the photographer for BN events; ensures cadets have access to the pictures.

• Coordinates pictures for story boards that go over recent events.

• Advertises the accomplishments of the Battalion.

Battalion S7

The S7 is the recruiting officer. There goal is to recruit students into JROTC to become motivated and better civilians. In order to achieve that, they must recruit from Milford Junior High, Milford High School, and Live Oaks. The S7 must show less experienced cadets the benefits and enjoyment that come out of JROTC. The S7 must provide cadets with an understanding of how things work within the Battalion. 

Job Description

• Plan and coordinate special recruiting events as outlined by the battalion commander, battalion XO, or the instructor staff.

•  Maintain records of all new students and peers successfully recruited into the Battalion.

•  Keep the cadet battalion commander, cadet battalion XO, and the instructor staff informed as to the progress of, or any problems encountered with recruiting.

• Keep contact with the Battalion S6 on recruiting and informative trips to inform others of JROTC and how they can join

• Make recommendations to improve morale and welfare of the cadet battalion.

• Maintain constant communication and socialization with other students about the corps as well as Battalion Staff

• Communicate & Promote JROTC to Milford High School Staff & Admin

Battalion SPO

Special Projects Officer acts as the contact between the corps of cadets and all news media and student publications. This officer publicizes as many of the activities of the Army JROTC program as possible to create an outstanding image of the cadet battalion and to reinforce the image of the school. 

Job Decription

• Plan and coordinate special projects as outlined by the cadet battalion commander, cadet battalion XO, or the instructor staff.

•  Maintain records on all activities and coordination as they pertain to each project.

•  Keep the cadet battalion commander, cadet battalion XO, and the instructor staff informed as to the progress of, or any problems encountered with, the projects.

• Maintain the cadet information board in the correct state showing news events of local, national, and international interest.

• Make recommendations to improve morale and welfare of the cadet battalion.

• Create a yearly continuous improvement plan.

• look over and send out all story boards going over battalion events.