Cavalry Scout

Job Summary

As a Cavalry Scout, you will be the eyes and ears of the armored division, providing critical on-site intelligence to enable informed decision-making. Your duties will include securing and preparing ammunition, operating individual and crew-served weapons, and gathering and reporting information on terrain, weather, and enemy disposition and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Secure and prepare ammunition on scout vehicles
• Operate individual and crew-served weapons
• Perform navigation during combat
• Serve as a member of observation and listening posts
• Gather and report information on terrain, weather, and enemy disposition and equipment

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

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

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