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ANG Careers
Full-Time Active Duty Military Careers
Excel to greater heights with a full time career in the Air National Guard. Visit the Career Opportunities page to find full-time, military challenging positions. Make your future happen and apply today!
State Career Opportunities
To learn more about jobs available within a specific state, visit the ANG State Units Listing to find Careers web sites listed for each state.
Part-Time Careers
Protect America 's skies and serve your country while working part-time for Air National Guard.
-- You can earn up to $20,000 towards college tuition while working part-time in your hometown when joining the Air National Guard.
-- $10,000 Signing Bonus! Right now Air National Guard is also offering a $10,000 signing bonus. Did you know that in the Air National Guard you can serve your country while staying close to home, family and friends? While going to school, you only work a minimum of one weekend a month and two-weeks a year. You can earn college credit while obtaining military and career training, which will make you marketable after you graduate. Air National Guard offers you over 180 different career choices including healthcare, communications, avionics, electronics, and more. Find real-time job openings in your hometown.
CONTACT A SOUTH CAROLINA AIR GUARD RECRUITER!
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The first step is to contact an Air National Guard recruiter to find out if you are eligible. Initial screening will be conducted based on qualification criteria. Your recruiter will schedule you to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test (if not taken in high school) and physical exam. Once "qualified" you will look at the possible list of career fields for you to choose from. You will see the section first hand, allowing for a sound decision on your career options.
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There are plenty of great jobs for experienced military personnel. If you had a honorable discharge you may be eligible to join the South Carolina Air National Guard.
- Prior service in any branch is accepted
- Part time job which requires attendance at Guard Drills one weekend per month and 15 days of annual training each year.
- Must be able to complete 20 years combined service time by age 60.
Rank is determined by grade held on separation and current unit vacancies.
- Do not need to attend basic military training again, but may have to attend an Air Force technical school if not qualified in a convertible skill. Cross training is an option, dependent on current unit vacancies.
- Enlistment term options are one (1) year (if never been a member of the Air National Guard and qualified in Air Force Specialty Code), three (3) years or six (6) years.
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Group Insurance $5,000-$50,000 for member, spouse + dependants w/payroll deduction. Free $5,000 for new enlistees through basic + technical training.
Medical Benefits State Active Duty: worker's comp
State Tax Advantage Pay for required service exempt
Miscellaneous Auto tags, no extra charge. State empl: 15 days mil leave-training. 30 days mil leave-emergency.
Injury / Death Benefits State Active Duty: worker's comp
Worker's Compensation Yes
Reimbursement State Active Duty: approved expenses.
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You must meet certain enlistment criteria to qualify for membership in the Air National Guard. These criteria ensure that those who join have the right mental, physical, and moral aptitudes to perform the tasks required for military service. General requirements include:
- AGE. Must be between the age of 17 and 39. Consent from a parent or legal guardian is required if 17.
- CITIZENSHIP. Must be a United States citizen or naturalize citizen.
- EDUCATION. High school seniors or those with a high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma (GED) are eligible.
- MENTAL APTITUDE. Must achieve a minimum score of 31 on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test. Must also qualify in a specific area of the ASVAB depending on occupational choice.
- PHYSICAL CONDITION. Must be able to pass an initial military entrance physical exam, be in good health and meet minimum height and weight standards. Certain illnesses, past injuries or diseases may disqualify an individual for enlistment.
- MORAL CHARACTER. Must meet standards which cover arrests, convictions and drug usage.
- TERM OF ENLISTMENT. An enlistment contract is for a total of eight (8) years. As few as four ( 4) years can be served in a drill status, with the remainder served in an inactive status. NOTE: You must enlist for six (6) years to receive educational or incentive benefits.
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Outstanding Academic Achievement
(90 % or Higher)
Staff Sgt. Ruth Fleenor, 169th FSS
Personnel Craftsman
Outstanding Academic Achievement
Tech. Sgt. Sharlene Shuler, 169th OSF
Air Field Management Course
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Current as of: 22 January 2013
The 169th Medical Group is seeking a Unit Training Manager. Current training manager experience preferred. This is an E-5 position. Contact the Health Systems Specialist at 803-647-8296.
The 169th Civil Engineer Squadron has an opening for a Civil Engineer Officer, AFSC 32E3G. This is also open as a commissioning opportunity.
Position advises commanders and government officials on effective use of Civil Engineering resources. Develops and implements civil engineer (CE) force employment, and provides staff supervision and technical advice. Performs and manages CE functions and activities to provide facilities and infrastructure supporting the United States and allies.
For entry into this specialty, undergraduate or graduate academic degree is mandatory in architecture or civil, electrical, environmental, construction, architectural, industrial, or mechanical engineering in a school whose respective program is accredited by a nationally recognized body in engineering; or in architecture in a school that is accredited by a nationally recognized body in architecture.
Please drop off or mail package consisting of a letter of intent, resume and RIP and AFOQT Scores by Feb. 21, 2013 to: Master Sgt. Chris Sewell, The Village at Sandhill, 110-8 Forum Drive, Columbia, SC 29229.
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TESTING SCHEDULE
Tuesdays, 1 p.m.
Drill Sundays, 12:30 p.m.
Report for testing no later than 15 minutes before the test. Members testing on CDCs required for upgrade training must bring their AFIADL 9 course card with the following items documented:
Date review training began
Date due completion
Date review training ended
Supervisor's signature
Trainee's signature
Members without the card and required information are not allowed to test. For more information, contact a unit training manager.
Airman Leadership School
Class start dates -- five-week duration
56 seats for ANG members
MCGHEE TYSON ALS
14 JAN 13 - 14 FEB 13
4 MAR 13 - 4 APR 13
22 APR 13 - 23 MAY 13
15 JUL 13 - 15 AUG 13
16 SEP 13 - 17 OCT 13
Noncommissioned Officers Academy
Class start dates -- six-week duration
75 seats for ANG members
MCGHEE TYSON NCOA
8 JAN 13 - 14 FEB 13
26 FEB 13 - 4 APR 13
16 APR 13 - 23 MAY 13
9 JUL 13 - 15 AUG 13
10 SEP 13 - 17 OCT 13
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Current as of: 7 February 2013
January Enlisted Promotions
Senior Master Sergeant
Dexter Johnson, 169th MXG
Ceomara Timmons, JFHQ-SC
Master Sgt.
Jeanine Gurley, 169th OSF
Scott Leister, 169th AMXS
Stanley Seabrook, 169th CF
Tech. Sgt.
Ruth Fleenor, 169th FSS
Staff Sgt.
Kimberly Arnette, 169th AMXS
Lashawnda Thrower, 169th LRS
Senior Airman
Ashley Douglas, 169th MDG
Makedric Gamble, 169th AMXS
Officer Promotions
2nd Lt. Elizabeth Hewett, 169th LRS
January Enlistments
Tech Sgt.
Kevin Davis, JFHQ-SC
Sanita Freeman, 169th CES
Staff Sgt.
Joseph Favaloro, 169th CF
Robert Harrison, 169th AMXS
Justin Mullins, 169th AMXS
Jeffrey Thurston, 169th MXS
Airman 1st Class
Steven Cliatt, 169th CES
Dezmon Holmes, 169th AMXS
Joshua Perdue, 169th AMXS
Joshua Smith, 169th AMXS
Airman
Gianni Nelson, 169th MDG
Airman Basic
Jade Graves, 169th MXS
February Retirements
Col. Dana Rawl
32 years - JFHQ-SC
Maj. Mark Foster
27 years - 169th CES
Master Sgt. Edwin Gwaltney
27 years - 169th LRS |
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While serving as an enlisted person, you may be eligible to apply for an officer position. You must be a college graduate and pass the Air Force Officer Qualitative Test (AFOQT) and physical exam. You may also be required to attend a technical training school. |
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How to become a member 