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Senior Military Analyst (5695)

Norfolk, VA · On-site

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Communicate appropriately with Senior Military and Government personnel throughout MARMC, the Navy maintenance community, TYCOMs, Commanding Officers of U.S. Navy vessels, Project Managers, Project ...

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How much do commanding officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for commanding officer in the United States is $70,688.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a commanding officer?

To become a commanding officer, individuals typically need to have relevant military or organizational experience, demonstrate leadership skills, and complete necessary training and certifications. Advancement often requires years of service, a strong record of performance, and passing specific evaluations or exams. Leadership development programs and ongoing education are also important for career progression to this role.

How much does a commanding officer make?

The salary of a commanding officer varies depending on the branch of service, experience, and location. In the military, for example, a commanding officer's pay can range from approximately $70,000 to over $150,000 annually, with additional benefits and allowances. Civilian commanding officers in organizations or companies may earn salaries that range widely based on industry and responsibility levels.

What does a commanding officer do?

A commanding officer is responsible for leading and managing a military unit or organization, making strategic decisions, overseeing operations, and ensuring discipline and readiness among personnel. They often coordinate with other units, implement policies, and maintain accountability for their command's effectiveness.
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Infographic showing various Commanding Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $70,688 per year, or $34 per hour.

DOW SkillBridge Military Application (Massachusetts)

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New Bedford, MA • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

PURPOSE

Gain industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments.  Work is performed under direct supervision. Our DOW SkillBridge opportunity is open for all active-duty service members within the last 180 days of their service contract with commanding officer approval.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists with various projects in support of the department
  • May perform duties such as gathering and organizing data to provide information for departmental special projects or reports.
  • Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions.
  • May work with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Will be dependent on the SkillBridge position selected for.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Must be active-duty military in good standing with the DOW within the last 180 days of service contract.
  • Must receive commanding officer approval to participate. 

COMPETENCIES

  • Strong oral, written, and communication skills
  • Ability to work well with diverse groups of people           
  • Comfortable talking with and interacting with others
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Outlook

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work may be in an office or on the job site setting and generally sedentary, but position may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
  • May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 80 pounds.

*This is an unpaid, non-benefit eligible position in partnership with the DOW SkillBridge program.