11B Infantryman - Management Training

DC Army National Guard; Pulaski (VA); On-site; USD 4,800 - 6,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Tuition assistance

Montgomery GI Bill

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Student loan repayment

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses

Job summary

The Infantry position with the DC Army National Guard offers hands-on training and leadership opportunities while serving your community. You will learn to operate weapons, lead a fire team, and respond to emergencies with discipline and teamwork.

Earn while you learn through paid training, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits for part-time service. Drill weekends provide a steady paycheck and the chance to advance within the Army National Guard.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Ages 17–35 and able to pass a physical exam.
• Citizenship requirements apply as per NATIONALGUARD.com.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reconnaissance operations.
• Operate and maintain weapon systems and equipment.
• Engage targets and support fire teams during training and missions.
• Process prisoners of war and captured documents.
• Aid mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry.
• Work as part of a fire team during training and combat.
• Respond to natural disasters with leadership and discipline.
• Learn leadership and management skills in a military context.

Skills

Willingness to accept challenges

Ability to perform under stress

Physically fit

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum high school status (junior in HS or higher)

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 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

Your training and experience as an Infantryman in the Army National Guard will instill discipline and management skills. You’ll learn not only teamwork, but how to lead your team in a combat situation or while responding to a natural disaster. Every employer wants someone with these qualities because these are the people a company can depend on to accomplish any task. The strong work ethic, valuable skills, and undeniable experience you gain in the Army National Guard will give you the edge you need in today's competitive job market.

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. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.