Assistant Commandant Office of the Commandant

Founded in 1819 Norwich University is the oldest private military college in the country and the birthplace of the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC). Today we are a diversified academic institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and professional certificates to adult learners online and to Corps and civilian lifestyle students on campus. Norwich faculty and staff challenge all of our students to push themselves academically socially and as leaders. Our graduates build upon their Norwich educations to launch or grow careers and make outsized contributions to their communities the nation and the world.

Norwich University is located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont only 20 minutes from the state capital Montpelier and three hours from Boston or Montreal. It is a private institution nestled in a rural setting with a campus size of 1200 acres.

Our excellent benefit package includes medical dental vision group life and disability insurances flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match an employee assistance program paid time off use of the University pool and fitness center and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members. Some employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program on their Federal Student Aid Direct Loan more information about our benefits visit .

Supports the mission of Norwich University to make patriotic efficient and useful citizens while developing leaders of character within the Corps of Cadets. Establishes and sustains a disciplined values-based environment that promotes our Guiding Values and Cardinal Virtues of a Norwich cadet while developing cadets mentally morally academically and physically. Serves as a uniformed member of the Commandants staff at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel or Colonel in the Vermont State Militia.

Essential Functions

Leadership Development & Command Oversight

1. Develops cadet leaders in alignment with Norwich University Guiding Values and Cardinal Virtues of Norwich Cadet.
2. Establishes and maintains a disciplined ethical command climate grounded in sound judgment and accountability.
3. Coaches mentors and counsels cadets while ensuring adherence to university policies and Corps standards.
4. Oversees unit training management and leadership development programs aligned with battalion mission requirements.
5. Plans coordinates and executes training events including preparation of orders lesson plans and instructional materials.
6. Advise one or more primary NUCC Regimental Staff sections.
7. Serve as Office of the Commandant liaison and advisor to ROTC specialty unit(s).

Cadet Welfare Discipline & Environment

1. Ensures the safety security morale and welfare of cadets within assigned units.
2. Maintains good order and discipline including administration of non-judicial actions short of suspension or dismissal.
3. Serves as staff duty officer as assigned to support campus safety.
4. Ensures barracks and cadet living areas meet standards for cleanliness safety and functionality.

Academic Success Retention & Development

1. Promotes cadet academic success retention and engagement in university support services.
2. Guides cadet leaders in supporting the academic performance of their subordinates.
3. Identifies at-risk cadets using institutional tools (e.g. EAB) and facilitates appropriate interventions.
4. Advises cadets on strategies for academic improvement and personal development.

Fitness & Wellness

1. Promotes a culture of physical fitness and overall wellness.
2. Assists cadets in their education of comprehensive fitness practices including conditioning strength training and nutrition.

Recruitment & Institutional Support

1. Supports Admissions efforts in recruiting evaluating and matriculating qualified applicants.
2. Conducts Corps of Cadets briefings to perspective rooks and families.

Other Functions

1. Assesses the performance of direct reports and provides frequent feedback to optimize their performance.
2. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information.
3. Communicates with employees students and others in a respectful and clear manner.
4. Serves on University committees councils workgroups or other designated bodies as assigned.
5. Achieves maintains proficiency in and utilizes computers telephones and other job-related equipment including related systems and software.
6. Lead or participate in personnel hiring search committees.
7. Speaks reads and writes in English.
8. Communicates by telephone email letter in person or other means or device.
9. Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelors degree required; certificates of advanced education and/or a masters degree are beneficial.
• 5 years of related experience including service as a commissioned officer with training management and command experience.
• Must be capable of wearing a military officers uniform to Army Regulation 670-1 standards.
• Relate to college level students and affectively deal with parents and family members.
• Be student focused with concern for their health welfare growth development and success.
• Be able to assess investigate solve problems resolve conflict advise mentor and coach.
• Be a respectful team player and work in collaboration with faculty and staff in various departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with varied constituents e.g. faculty staff students family members alumni friends of Norwich.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel SharePoint Teams and Outlook)
• Able to sit squat reach push pull and manipulate related equipment; lift 15 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus
• Work evening and weekend hours
• Travel as needed (public or private transportation)

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor work at a computer workstation and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Medium level of exposure to noise dust fumes vibrations and temperature changes.

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B STEM or F1 now or in the future. A post offer pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Please provide a cover letter resume 3 references and Norwich application.

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