11B Infantryman - Management Training

DC Army National Guard; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Tuition assistance

State and federal benefits

Retirement benefits for part-time

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard is seeking Infantrymen to fill essential ground-task roles during training and operations. You'll learn to attack, repel, and hold ground using advanced tactics and weapons as part of a fire team.

Training spans 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, with classroom and field components. Benefits include paid training, a monthly drill paycheck, and access to tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a junior in high school or hold a diploma/GED.
• Ages 17–35 and able to pass a physical exam.
• Citizenship requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reconnaissance operations.
• Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
• Operate weapon systems and night vision sights.
• Operate and maintain communications equipment.
• Perform as a fire team member during training and missions.
• Process prisoners of war and captured documents.
• Aid in mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weapons.
• Use, maintain, and store combat weapons.

Skills

Challenge readiness

Stress handling

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Infantry is the backbone of the Army. These Soldiers fill the literal boots on the ground who are responsible for taking or holding ground during any combat operation. You’ll attack, repel, and capture enemy ground forces using advanced weapons and tactics.

Job Duties

• Assist in reconnaissance operations
• Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines
• Operate weapon systems under various conditions, including engaging targets using night vision sights
• Operate and maintain communications equipment
• Perform as a member of a fire team during training and combat missions
• Process prisoners of war and captured documents
• Aid in the mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry
• Use, maintain, and store combat weapons (e.g., rifles, machine guns, anti-tank mines, etc.)

Helpful Skills

• Willingness to accept challenges
• Ability to perform well under stress
• Physically and mentally in shape
• Ability to work as a team member

Earn While You Learn

Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for an Infantryman requires 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable
• Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

Requirements

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.