Assistant Commandant

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 Commandant's staff at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel or Colonel in the Vermont State Militia.

• Develop cadet leaders in alignment with Norwich University Guiding Values and Cardinal Virtues.
• Establish and maintain a disciplined, ethical command climate grounded in sound judgment and accountability.
• Coach, mentor, and counsel cadets while ensuring adherence to university policies and Corps standards.
• Oversee unit training management and leadership development programs aligned with battalion mission requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute training events, including preparation of orders, lesson plans, and instructional materials.
• Advise one or more primary NUCC Regimental Staff sections.
• Serve as Office of the Commandant liaison and advisor to ROTC specialty unit(s).

• Ensure the safety, security, morale, and welfare of cadets within assigned units.
• Maintain good order and discipline, including administration of non-judicial actions short of suspension or dismissal.
• Serve as staff duty officer, as assigned to support campus safety.
• Ensure barracks and cadet living areas meet standards for cleanliness, safety, and functionality.

• Promote cadet academic success, retention, and engagement in university support services.
• Guide cadet leaders in supporting the academic performance of their subordinates.
• Identify at‑risk cadets using institutional tools (e.g., EAB) and facilitate appropriate interventions.
• Advise cadets on strategies for academic improvement and personal development.

• Promote a culture of physical fitness and overall wellness.
• Assist cadets in their education of comprehensive fitness practices, including conditioning, strength training, and nutrition.

• Support Admissions efforts in recruiting, evaluating, and matriculating qualified applicants.
• Conduct Corps of Cadets briefings to prospective recruits and families.

• Assess the performance of direct reports and provide frequent feedback to optimize their performance.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive or private information.
• Communicate with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.
• Serve on University committees, councils, work groups or other designated bodies as assigned.
• Achieve, maintain proficiency in, and utilize computers, telephones, and other job‑related equipment, including related systems and software.
• Lead or participate in personnel hiring search committees.
• Speak, read, and write in English.
• Communicate by telephone, email, letter, in person or other means or device.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelor's degree required; certificates of advanced education and/or a master's 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 officer’s 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).

Indoor work at a computer workstation and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.