Management Training - Infantryman

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Management Training - Infantryman

Job Description

Discipline. Loyalty. Experience. Every employer wants someone with these qualities because these are the people who become leaders. And those are exactly the qualities you'll develop as a Soldier in the Army National Guard. Imagine competing for a management position and it comes down to you and one other applicant. 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.

And that's just the beginning. As an Infantryman, you will be prepared to defend this country against whatever challenge it faces, be it natural disasters or combat operations. You will be the backbone of the Guard, a leader, and an integral member of a team that employs advanced weapons and tactics in support of offensive and defensive combat missions. You will:

•    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

Earn while you learn

Get paid to learn! Join the Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for an Infantryman requires approximately 13 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 G.I. Bill

•   Up to 100 percent Tuition Assistance for college or vocational training (up to $4,500 per fiscal year, 1 October - 30 September)

•   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)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply - ask a recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)

• Must be male - this job is not open to women

• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards

• Must be able to lift very heavy objects

• Must have normal color vision

• Must have correctable vision of at least 20/20 in one eye and 20/100 in the other

• 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 our website for details)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

With more than 370 years of service, the Army National Guard is the largest reserve component, as well as the oldest branch of the U.S. military. In the Guard, you get the training from us, serve in your own community, and enhance your marketability for the higher paying jobs you are now seeking. We provide our members with college tuition assistance and offer attractive benefits on top of paid training in all of our career fields. The Army National Guard has career opportunities in every State and U.S. Territory, more than 3,600 training locations, and more than 350,000 members. Visit the Army National Guard Web site.