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***Reserve Sailors typically work one weekend per month, plus 2
weeks of annual training each year.***
ABOUT
The Navy has a long and storied history full of tradition. If you wear
the crossed anchors, it means youre part of one of the oldest and
proudest communities of all. Boatswains Mates are the heart of every
ship. As one of them, youll perform a wide range of duties, making you
the jack-of-all-trades on ships and on shore. Whether youre standing
watch as a lookout, assisting as a search and rescue swimmer, or piping
calls during a Navy ceremony, this job is one that comes with adventure
and pride. APPLY
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ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Boatswains Mate (BM) has a rich history of honored traditions. As a
BM, you will supervise the maintenance of your ship inside and out, in
addition to a diverse roster of other responsibilities:
- Standing watch as lookout or Boatswain Mate of the Watch
- Repairing, maintaining and stowing equipment
- Training, directing and supervising ships maintenance personnel
- Assisting as a search and rescue swimmer
- Operating sound-powered communication equipment
- Serving as a member of damage control, emergency and security alert
teams
- Participating in Navy ceremonies
- Transferring supplies between ships while at sea
- Operating small boats, tugs, barges and other small craft
- Assisting with flight deck and amphibious operations
- Serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations
- Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting and maintaining the ship
- Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations
- Teaching seamanship
PAY & BENEFITS
When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly
important and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve
Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the-art
training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more.
In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you
with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives:
- Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each
drill weekend
- Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones,
enhancing your civilian career
- Educational assistance
- Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you
and your family
- VA guaranteed home loans
- Low-cost insurance options, including up to \$400,000 in life
insurance
- Travel opportunities
- Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill
- Retirement after 20 qualifying years
- TRICARE
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through
Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill.
Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval
War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and
licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online
(COOL).
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. citizen or equivalent
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 17 years of age or older
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently
serving, whether
youve served
before or whether
youve never served
before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried
out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly
drilling, Sailors n the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close
to their homes.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and
responsibilities of Navy Reserve
Sailors.