Ammunitions Stock Control and Accounting Specialist (89A)

United States Army Reserve; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Army Reserve enlists you as a Soldier and Ammunition Stock Control and Accounting Specialist (89A). You will perform stock control for ammunition and related components using hardware, software, and manual records. Duties include issue, receipt, shipment, and transfer of ammunition.

No civilian contractor position; entry level with no experience required. The program includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, with ASVAB scores ST or GT used for

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Age range: 17 to 34.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Tattoo guidelines must be met.
• No major law violations.
• No medical concerns.

Responsibilities

• Perform stock control and accounting duties for ammunition, explosives and components.
• Handle issue, receipt, shipment, turn-in and maintenance transfer of ammunition using systems and records.

Skills

Accounting procedures

Data processing

Computer hardware & software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Requirements

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
• 17 to 34 Years Old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines.
• No Major Law Violations.
• No Medical Concerns.

Requirements

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as an Ammunition Stock Control and Accounting Specialist (89A), you’ll perform stock control and accounting duties for ammunition, explosives, and associated explosive components using hardware and software systems and manual records. You’ll perform the issue, receipt, shipment, turn-in and maintenance transfer of ammunition. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
• 17 to 34 Years Old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines.
• No Major Law Violations.
• No Medical Concerns.

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 9 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.
• 10 weeks of Basic Training.
• 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.
• 91 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST).

OR

• 86 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST).
• 85 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

• Accounting Procedures.
• Computer Hardware & Software.
• Data Processing.

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.