Cavalry Scout

OVERVIEW

The cavalry scout is responsible for being the eyes and ears of the commander during battle. They engage the enemy in the field, track and report their activity, and direct the employment of weapon systems to their locations.

JOB DUTIES

• Secure and prepare ammunition on scout vehicles.
• Perform navigation during combat.
• Report information on terrain, weather and enemy.
• Collect data to classify routes, tunnels and bridges.

TRAINING

Sixteen weeks of One Station Unit Training. Some of it takes place in the classroom, but most of it will be spent primarily in the field. Whether it’s taking part in squad maneuvers, target practice or war games, cavalry scouts are constantly refining their skills to keep themselves sharp.

One Station Unit Training: 16 weeks at Fort Benning, GA.

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
• Top physical and mental shape
• Ability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Combat (CO): 87

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

While there is no direct job equivalent in civilian life, the skills you learn such as teamwork, discipline and leadership will help you in any civilian career you choose.

Additionally, you'll learn skills such as teamwork, discipline and leadership - which will help you in any civilian career you choose. You can also receive college benefits, make bonds that last a lifetime and earn pride for life.

When you become a (19D) Calvary Scout, your family will thank you, your country will thank you and your future will owe you.

Are you up to the challenge of being a (19D) Calvary Scout? If you qualify, you may be eligible for up to $20,000. Enlistment Bonus!

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ATTENTION: To join the National Guard without prior service, you must meet these mandatory requirements:

• Be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Be a U.S. citizen or able to work in the U.S.
• Be a resident of the state of Virginia.
• Be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Achieve a minimum score on the ASVAB test
• Meet medical, physical and moral requirements

For full requirements, apply now and speak to a National Guard recruiter

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For prior service the general requirements are:

• Age – Must qualify for non-regular retired pay by age 60.
• Physical – Must meet height/weight and current medical requirements.
• Education – Must meet education standards for the MOS or option for which you enlist.
• Background – Must have most current DD 214, NGB22 or discharge order and have an approved DD Form 368 Conditional Release.

The Virginia National Guard is a unique dual-status force with a federal mission to provide a combat reserve for the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force to fight our nation’s wars and a state mission to provide a response force that answers the call of the Governor to defend the commonwealth. The VNG traces the history and tradition of Citizen-Soldier service to the founding of Jamestown in 1607, and there has been a military presence defending Virginia ever since.   For more information visit us https://bit.ly/34sv5oK