Battalion Commander

As the senior member of the Corps of Cadets, the battalion commander must constantly be aware of his/her every action within the school and community. The image that he/she has a mirroring effect on all JROTC programs, schools, and the US Army. Although not all inclusive, some of his/her duties are a follows:

• Overall supervision of the battalion.
  
  Designates particular areas for inspection and/or supervision by members of his/her staff, insuring that necessary reports are timely rendered and follow-up action is taken as appropriate.
  

  Inspects work of staff officers.
  

  Recommends job assignments and/or relief from job assignments.
  

  Recommends promotions, demotions, and awards.
  

  Schedules and presides over staff and/or commanders conferences.
  

  Accomplishes additional duties as directed by the Senior Army Instructor.

Battalion Executive Officer

• Assumes command of the battalion in the absence of the battalion commander.
  
  Recommends job assignments and/or relief from job assignments.
  

  Recommends promotions, demotions, and awards.
  

  Serves as advisor to the battalion commander in formulating policy and plans for the battalion.
  

  Serves as Commander of Troops during the Formal Inspection.
  

  Directs, coordinates, and supervises the battalion staff.
  

  Performs additional duties by the battalion commander.

S-1 (Adjutant)

• Prepares all correspondence for the battalion.
  
  Publishes all orders pertaining to the battalion.
  

  Maintains and posts JROTC student record cards.
  

  Corrects uniform violations when observed.

S-3 (Public Information Officer)

• Keeps the battalion informed on current events.
  
  Prepares news releases and reports JROTC news to local/school newspapers.
  

  Arranges for public information coverage and photographs of JROTC events/activities as appropriate.
  

  Keeps the bulletin board(s) neat and current.
  

  Maintains a scrap book of all JROTC activities and records the battalion history as it occurs.
  

  Assist the S-1 during peak administrative periods.
  

  Corrects uniform violations observed.

S-3 (Training and Operations Officer)

• Prepares, posts on the bulletin boards, and files weekly training schedules.
  
  Maintains reference files and reference library.
  

  Maintains a record of all extracurricular activities in which the battalion is involved.
  

  Plans drill competition between units of the battalion.
  

  Responsible for making the parade field and the upkeep of the marching equipment.
  

  Corrects uniform violations when observed.
  

  Performs additional duties as directed by the battalion commander.

S-4 (Supply Officer)

• Responsible for maintenance of the JROTC building.
  
  Assists the Army Instructor in receiving, issuing, and inventorying uniforms and supplies.
  

  Assists the Army Instructor in maintaining individual clothing records.
  

  Insures that the supply room is clean, neat, and orderly at all times.
  

  Informs the Army Instructor of shortages and of availability of expendable supplies.
  

  Corrects uniform violations when observed.

S-5 (Special Projects Officer)

• Responsible for overseeing all projects provided by the battalion commander, SAI, or AI.
  
  Responsible for maintaining a suspense log for all assigned projects.
  

  Reports at staff meeting on status of assigned projects.
  

  Corrects uniform violations when observed.
  

  Performs additional duties as directed by the battalion commander.

ADP (Information/Technology Officer)

• Responsible for information technologies, i.e. radio, television, and computer.
  
  Maintains unit web site.
  

  Assists the SAI in software issues.
  

  Keeps and up-dates records of cadets into NJUMS.

Sergeant Major

Serves as a model soldier/cadet for the entire Corps of Cadets throughout the school.

• Supervises the color guard and insures that they are properly trained and that their special equipment is on hand and properly maintained.
  
  Corrects uniform violations when observed.
  

  Performs other duties as directed by the battalion commander.
  
  

  Company Commanders

  • Responsible for the training, discipline, and appearance of his/her company.
    
    Recommending promotions and demotions.
    

    Reporting disciplinary problems to the battalion commander or xo.
    

    Making weekly inspections of cadets in ranks (on uniform days) assisted by the other company officers.
    

    Correcting uniform violations when observed.
    

    Insuring that all company officers and non-commissioned officers are thoroughly familiar with appropriate drill regulations.
    

    Utilizes the chain of command when issuing orders and directives and insuring that others in his/her company do likewise.

  
  
  

  Company First Sergeants

  
  
  

  Platoon Leaders

  
  
  

  Platoon Sergeants

  
  
  

  Squad Leaders

  
  
  

  Cadets

  • To live to the high standards of integrity, conduct, courtesy, loyalty, and personal appearance that is expected of all JROTC Cadets.
    
    To conduct themselves in a manner that at all times reflects credit upon the JROTC Battalion, the school and themselves personally.
    

    To obey all orders in a willing and cooperative manner.
    

    Maintain and wear the entire cadet uniform immaculately on the days told to.
    

    To be on time for all official formations.
    

    Properly safeguard and care for all equipment and material for which held accountable.