Infantry Specialist - Paid Training & Benefits

DC Army National Guard; Woodstown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health care benefits available

Montgomery GI Bill

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking Infantry Soldiers to fill essential ground operations roles. You will participate in reconnaissance, weapon operation, and combat mission support, while training to lead teams in dynamic environments.

The Infantry training includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, with opportunities for tuition assistance and comprehensive benefits. Expect drill weekends, paid training, and a path toward retirement benefits for part-time service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be between ages 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.)

Skills

Willingness to accept challenges

Ability to perform well under stress

Physically and mentally in shape

Ability to work as a team member

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking Infantry Soldiers to fill essential ground operations roles. You will participate in reconnaissance, weapon operation, and combat mission support, while training to lead teams in dynamic environments.

The Infantry training includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, with opportunities for tuition assistance and comprehensive benefits. Expect drill weekends, paid training, and a path toward retirement benefits for part-time service.