Senior Military Instructor

Heartland Consulting•Wayne, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Military Instructor serves as the senior leader responsible for the oversight, development, accountability, and daily management of the Corps of Cadets. This position ensures the effective execution of military structure, cadet discipline, leadership development, accountability systems, and the overall military lifestyle experience in support of the College's mission. The Senior Military Instructor develops and enforces standards that promote discipline, personal responsibility, character development, and leadership growth while fostering a positive, structured, and mission-focused cadet environment. This role oversees cadet conduct, military training, coaching, counseling, and mentorship programs designed to prepare cadets for success in military service, higher education, and professional leadership environments. In a disciplined, student-centered environment, the Senior Military Instructor ensures cadets are challenged, supported, and developed through consistent leadership engagement, accountability, and professional mentorship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in leadership, military science, education, criminal justice, or related field
5–10 years of leadership experience in military, educational, or structured leadership environments
Demonstrated experience leading personnel, enforcing standards, and developing College Cadets
Strong leadership, mentorship, and counseling capabilities
Ability to operate effectively in a disciplined, mission-focused environment

Nice To Haves

Prior military service as a commissioned officer or senior noncommissioned officer
Experience working in military schools, ROTC programs, service academies, or cadet leadership environments
Experience in student development, counseling, leadership instruction, or military training
Master's degree in leadership, education, counseling, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily accountability, supervision, and management of the Corps of Cadets
Establish and enforce cadet standards, policies, and expectations
Ensure cadet accountability systems are maintained for attendance, formations, conduct, academics, and military participation
Monitor cadet performance, readiness, and adherence to institutional and military standards
Provide direct coaching, counseling, and mentorship to cadets regarding leadership, discipline, academic success, and personal development
Develop systems for proactive cadet engagement, intervention, and support
Ensure TAC Officers and military staff maintain effective developmental counseling programs
Promote a culture of professionalism, resilience, responsibility, and accountability
Design, implement, and oversee cadet leadership development programs and experiential learning opportunities
Mentor cadet leaders in leadership principles, communication, decision-making, and ethical leadership
Develop leadership progression models that prepare cadets for increasing responsibility within the Corps
Coordinate leadership training, evaluations, and professional development activities
Maintain good order and discipline throughout the Corps of Cadets
Oversee cadet disciplinary systems, corrective action processes, and standards enforcement
Ensure consistent application of military customs, courtesies, appearance standards, and institutional regulations
Coordinate investigations, disciplinary reviews, and corrective development plans as necessary
Foster a positive military culture focused on discipline, teamwork, accountability, and personal growth
Ensure cadet military routines, formations, ceremonies, inspections, and traditions are executed effectively
Promote pride, esprit de corps, and adherence to military values and institutional expectations
Support the development of a structured and professional cadet living and learning environment
Oversee military training schedules, cadet activities, and developmental programming
Coordinate training exercises, ceremonies, leadership events, and military functions
Ensure military operations support institutional objectives and cadet development outcomes
Evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements where necessary
Coordinate with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Athletics, Enrollment, and Operations to support cadet success
Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership regarding cadet development, discipline, morale, and military operations
Communicate expectations, priorities, and cadet-related issues effectively across the organization
Support parent, family, and stakeholder engagement related to cadet development and conduct
Establish metrics to assess cadet development, discipline, retention, and leadership progression
Monitor staff performance and ensure accountability across military leadership personnel
Identify trends, risks, and developmental needs within the Corps of Cadets
Drive continuous improvement in cadet leadership and military development programs
Direct oversight of TAC Officers, cadet leadership staff, and designated military personnel. Responsibilities include setting priorities, enforcing standards, evaluating performance, mentoring staff, and ensuring accountability for cadet development and military operations.