Job Description

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Job Posting Title:

Senior Army Instructor (JROTC)Provides leadership, management, and oversight of the high school JROTC program. Directs all instructional, administrative, operational, and logistical functions of the unit and serves as the department chair and chief instructor. The position ensures effective program delivery and compliance with U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC), district, state, and federal regulations while promoting cadet leadership, citizenship, and personal development.

EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES USED:
Obtain and maintain license on Multifunctional School Activity Bus (M-SAB) to support transportation to and from JROTC events less than 14 passengers

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
Supervise and evaluate all Army Instructors (AI)

ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
● School-based instructional setting with classroom and outdoor training activities
● May require occasional evenings, weekends, or extended hours for events, competitions, or ceremonies
● Exposure to varying weather conditions during outdoor activities

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
● Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and instructing
● Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials up to approximately 25–30 pounds
● Ability to participate in outdoor activities, drills, and events
● Manual dexterity sufficient to operate computers and standard office equipment

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Responsibilities:

Monitor student progress and provide mentorship and guidance

Perform other related duties as assigned to support program objectives

Direct and manage all instructional and operational functions of the JROTC department

Serve as Department Chairperson and chief instructor for the JROTC unit

Plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum and instructional activities

Ensure compliance with USACC regulations, Douglas County School District policies, and Director of Army Instruction (DAI) guidance

Develop and execute procedures for program administration, operations, and logistics

Maintain required records, reports, inventories, and program documentation

Supervise daily program activities, schedules, resources, and equipment

Coordinate training, drills, ceremonies, and leadership development activities

Establish and maintain a structured, disciplined, and professional learning environment

Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, administrators, and military leadership

Work Experience:

Retired U.S. Army Officer or Chief Warrant Officer in the rank of O-4 to O-6 or CW3 to CW5 | Not Required

Certifications:

Certified by U.S. Army Cadet Command as a JROTC Instructor - United States Army, CO Teacher License - Colorado Department of Education, Valid Army JROTC Teaching Permit required and must be maintained - United States Army

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Ability to successfully work independently on multiple projects, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines, Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills, Problem-solving and procedural implementation skills, Professional judgment, accountability, and ethical conduct, Strong knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google, Strong leadership and supervisory skills, ● Classroom organization and instructional planning

Position Type:

Regular

Primary Location:

Douglas County High School

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

40

FTE:

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

260 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$71,073.75 USD Annual

Maximum Hire Rate:

$82,136.56 USD Annual

Full Salary Range:

$71,073.75 USD - $93,199.37 USD Annual

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire.

Time Off Plans:

This position is eligible for paid off-track, sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

July 1, 2026