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Select careers could potentially earn you:
   - Non-Prior Service (NPS) = $15,000
   - Prior Service (PS - fully qualified) = $20,000 / $15,000 for retrainees
   - Reenlistment = $20,000
   - Affiliation (fully qualified) = $20,000 / $15,000 for retrainees 

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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 listed for each state.

Part-Time Careers
Protect America's skies and serve your country while working part-time for the Air National Guard. 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. The 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.

Tuition Assistance Program
• Tuition costs for members of the Air National Guard at SC state funded schools.
• Up to $4500 per semester for two years. Total Tuition Assistance of $18,000.
• Reimburses a maximum of 130 CREDITS for undergraduate programs (“C” or
better), and 39 CREDITS for a Graduate Degrees (“B” or better).
• A passing fitness test must be accomplished before applying for tuition assistance.
• STATE TA WILL ONLY PAY FOR ONE DEGREE AT EACH LEVEL IN PROGRESSION

Montgomery G.I. Bill
• Non-prior service members are eligible for the Montgomery G.I. Bill
(UPON COMPLETION OF BASIC TRAINING AND TECHNICAL TRAINING.)
• Prior service personnel who enlist for a period of six years may become immediately
eligible and the Montgomery G.I. Bill benefit is non-taxable
 
Benefit Schedule
• FULL TIME (12 + credits) = $392.00 per month for 36 months
• 3/4 TIME (9 - 11 credits) = $293.00 per month for 48 months
• 1/2 TIME (6 - 8 credits) = $195.00 per month for 72 months
• 1/4 TIME (3 - 5 credits) = $98.00 per month for up to 144 months
 
G.I. Bill Kicker
• Full time students who enlist in jobs with the kicker will receive an additional
$350 a month, on top of tuition assistance and the Montgomery G.I. Bill
 

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Prior service

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.

Getting a commission

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.

Become a member

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. 

State Benefits

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. 

Qualifications

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.

Movin' Up, In and On

OCTOBER PROMOTIONS
Master Sgt.
Rahko C. Diggs 169MXS
Wilfredo P. Godreau 169MXG
Michael B. Hale 169MXS
Terrence B. Hughes 169CES
Thomas B. Mattison 169MXS
Tech. Sgt.
Marcus S. Davis II 169SFS
Christopher M. Johnson 169SFS
Julius F. Priester 169FW
Jessica Suarez 169MSG
Cameron M. Warren 169SFS
Staff Sgt.
Daniel A. Aubert 169MXS
Carlos Farias-Perez 169 MXS 
Kyle A. Houchins 245ATCS 
Pamela R. Kinsell-Steeves 245ATCS
Jenna L. Szoke 169MXS
Senior Airman  
Mackenzie C. Bacalzo 169FW 
April L. Chapman 169LRS 
Candace C. General 169FSS
Jhalen M. Miller 169LRS  
Airman
Destinee L. Sims 169MDG
Tydarrius Q. White 169LRS

SEPTEMBER PROMOTIONS
Master Sgt.
Kevin S. Johnston 169CS
Donathan R. Rose 245ATCS
Tech. Sgt.
Reggie A. German 169FSS
Tierra N. McKinney 169FSS
Taliah E. Thomas 169MDG
Patrick H. Waters 169 MXS
Staff Sgt.
Adam T. Butler 169AMXS
Stephanie A. Eads 169FSS
Adam M. Horne 169FSS
Matthew A. Schaur 169AMXS
Savannah J. Soukey 245ATCS
Senior Airman
Katrina L. Kahlhamer 169MXS
Airman 1st Class 
Christina R. Davis 169SFS 
Airman
Montez E.J. Solomon 169LRS

OCTOBER ENLISTMENTS
Senior Airman
Tyler Ballard 169SFS
Kaleb Evans 169CES
Kayla Katt 169MDG
Airman 1st Class
Bryson Rhodes 169SFS
Airman
Ryan Aycock 169CS
Kamryn Christian 169MXS
Jaheel Higgins 245ATCS
Madison Valentiono 169FSS

SEPTEMBER ENLISTMENTS
Staff Sgt.
Leland Eberle 169MXS
Senior Airman
Aaron Butler 169SFS
Makyla Cordova 169LRS
Bryan Martin 169AMXS
Brandon Miller 169MXS
Airman 1st Class
Madison Dillard 169SFS
Davon Peoples 245ATCS
Christopher Rager 169AMXS
Ashley Spivey 169AXMS 
John Stephenson 169AXMS 
Airman Basic
Jasmine Lowman 169MDG 
Anaiah Snodgrass 169OPS

OCTOBER RETIREMENTS
Master Sgt. Barbara A. Wright
20 Years, 169MDG
Master Sgt. Tabitha J. Little
31 Years, 169LRS 
Master Sgt. Lisa M. Hall
23 Years, 169MXG
Master Sgt. Timothy S. Collins
33 Years, 169MOF
Master Sgt. Christipher T. Bernard
23 Years, 169FW 
Tech. Sgt. Neil J. Young
20 Years, 169SFS
Tech. Sgt. Harry A. Harrington
20 Years, 169MXS
Command Chief Master Sgt. Stephen P. Shepherd
39 Years, 169FSS

SEPTEMBER RETIREMENTS
Chief Master Sgt. Michael Quarles
38 Years, 169MXG
Master Sgt. Christopher Bernard
24 Years, 169FW 
Tech Sgt. Samuel Kunz
20 Years, 169MXS

BASE TRAINING

TESTING SCHEDULE
Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Drill Saturday & Sunday at 1 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.