What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Forces Candidate (U.S. Army) position at GoArmy?
As a Special Forces Candidate, you’ll be given the opportunity to become a member of one of the most highly skilled forces in the world. But first, you must complete extensive mental and physical training in order to join the Army elite. There are four entry-level Special Forces Military Occupational Specialties. Your specialty will be decided based on your background, aptitude, and the needs of the Army.
General Qualifications
The Post-9/11 GI Bill
The most popular GI Bill program, the Post-9/11 GI Bill provides up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books. Paid directly to the school, the program covers up to full tuition for public, in-state schools and up to $25,000 per year at private or foreign schools, depending on your length of service.
The Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty
This option uses a combination of your own paycheck contributions and government funding to help pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months. Unlike the Post-9/11 GI Bill, benefit payments will be made directly to you.
In addition to college and university tuition, all GI Bill programs cover training and certifications including:
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General Qualifications
- Must have an interest in joining the Army.
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
- 17 to 34 years old.
- Healthy and in good physical condition.
- In good moral standing with no felony-level offenses.
- Must be able to meet height/weight standards.
- No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service.
- No tattoos on the hands, neck, or face.
- 14 weeks of Infantry One Station Unit Training
- Evasion
- Physical & Mental Strength
- Weapons Operations
- Up to $20,000 enlistment bonuses.
- Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits
- 30 days vacation with pay per year
- Additional living expenses for those who have dependents
- Clothing and food allowance
- Centrally located Education and Financial Advisors
- Travel
The Post-9/11 GI Bill
The most popular GI Bill program, the Post-9/11 GI Bill provides up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books. Paid directly to the school, the program covers up to full tuition for public, in-state schools and up to $25,000 per year at private or foreign schools, depending on your length of service.
The Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty
This option uses a combination of your own paycheck contributions and government funding to help pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months. Unlike the Post-9/11 GI Bill, benefit payments will be made directly to you.
In addition to college and university tuition, all GI Bill programs cover training and certifications including:
- Online schooling and correspondence courses
- Part-time schooling
- Entrepreneurship training for those interested in starting a small business
- Flight school
- Licensing and certification courses
- Vocational training and trade schools
- National testing
- On-the-job training
- Tutorial assistance
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Salary : $20,000 - $115,000
