Going into any job with your eyes shut is a recipe for failure. Unfortunately, this is the case with many of the hundreds of people who apply for jobs in the US Army each year. There’ll be things said about army jobs that may be true, and others, certainly not. So, what would you do to find the right information? Well, here’s some basic info for a start.

What options do you have?

The army has two distinct options that you may choose from – The US Army (or Active Duty), and The US Army Reserve. Together, both branches form the backbone of the US Military’s land operations. Active Duty calls for a “full-time” commitment, whereas the Army Reserve is a “part-time” commitment.

While the former mandates ‘active duty’ for a fixed service term, the latter permits reserve personnel to continue with their civilian lives and jobs, EXCEPT if their services are urgently required by the US Military in times of war, or threats to national sovereignty.

‘Enlistment’ or ‘Commissioned’

There are two basic ranks in US Army hierarchy – “Enlisted” or “Commissioned” Officers. Enlisted personnel form the bulk of the US Army and rank from ‘Private’ to ‘Sergeant Major’. Enlisted personnel follow orders of their commanding officers and have knowledge and skills of their own. US Army officers gain ‘Commissioned’ status on graduation from an OCS (Officer Candidate School), or ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps).

Are you qualified for army jobs?

You will be, if you meet these requirements – be a US citizen or green card holder; possess a high school diploma; pass an ASVAB test with a high score; be physically and mentally fit; and have no more than 2 children, if married.

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