Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Administration

The Air National Guard is a unique military branch that offers excellent career opportunities while providing the flexibility to work full-time or part-time. This allows individuals to maintain a full-time civilian career while serving as military members within their communities. As a member of the Air National Guard, you will be trained by top technical experts in your field and gain valuable leadership skills that can significantly enhance your professional and personal development. The Air National Guard is committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its members, encouraging growth, discipline, and the pursuit of excellence in all roles.

This position, titled Administration - 3F5X1, focuses on providing vital administrative and support functions within various organizations, executives, and commanders in the Air National Guard. Those in this role are responsible for ensuring an efficient and organized work environment through office management and human resources responsibilities. The role offers full-time employment with a starting salary of $49,838.78 per year, and the location involves some travel, as indicated by the working environment being "on the road." This job is ideal for highly organized individuals with a strong attention to detail who can efficiently handle multiple administrative tasks and support high-level executives.

Air National Guard Administrators play a crucial role by managing processes and activities that support organizational communications, including preparing correspondence, handling distribution, tracking suspenses, and managing workflow effectively. They are also responsible for managing personnel and manpower programs to ensure that the organization's human resources needs are met efficiently. Furthermore, they provide executive administrative support to General Officers and Senior Executive Service civilians, facilitating smooth operations at the highest levels of command. This demanding and rewarding role requires a commitment to service and excellence in administrative capabilities, making it perfect for motivated individuals interested in combining military service with a professional administrative career.

Candidates interested in this position must be willing to commit to military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Air National Guard. The position includes thorough training, starting with an 8.5-week Basic Military Training (BMT) course at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, followed by specialized technical training to equip candidates with the necessary knowledge and skills for success in this role. Prior military experience is not mandatory as training will fully prepare new recruits for their responsibilities.

This position is well suited for individuals who have completed high school or earned a GED, with desirable coursework in business, English composition, computer software, and keyboarding. The job also requires maintaining a valid state driver’s license to operate government vehicles and achieving a minimum ASVAB score of 55 in the administrative category. Candidates can expect to develop professional expertise transferable to related civilian roles such as office management and executive assistant positions. Overall, this role offers a unique opportunity to serve with pride, develop a rewarding career, and make a meaningful impact within the Air National Guard and the broader community.