Recon Cavalry Scout — Paid Training & Benefits

DC Army National Guard; Mount Carmel (TN); On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Tuition assistance

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cavalry Scouts to serve as the eyes and ears of the armored division. You will advance with the unit, perform reconnaissance, and report critical information to the commander to enable informed decisions.

Training includes Basic and Advanced Individual Training over 16 weeks, with field and classroom elements. Earn while you learn, and receive tuition assistance, health care benefits, and a monthly drill paycheck while serving part-time.

Qualifications

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school or have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ages 17–35.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet standards.
• Citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com).

Responsibilities

• Secure and prepare ammunition on scout vehicles.
• Operate individual and crew-served weapons.
• Navigate during combat and perform reconnaissances.
• Serve on observation/listening posts and report terrain, weather, and enemy disposition.
• Classify routes, tunnels, bridges; employ concealment and camouflage.

Skills

Readiness to accept a challenge

Top physical and mental shape

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cavalry Scouts to serve as the eyes and ears of the armored division. You will advance with the unit, perform reconnaissance, and report critical information to the commander to enable informed decisions.

Training includes Basic and Advanced Individual Training over 16 weeks, with field and classroom elements. Earn while you learn, and receive tuition assistance, health care benefits, and a monthly drill paycheck while serving part-time.