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The Louisiana National Guard is looking for its future leaders Offi cers in the National Guard are the decision makers. They hold positions of tremendous authority and responsibility for their country, their Soldiers and themselves. The offi cers of tomorrow will shape the future and direction of the National Guard. You can be a part of that future if you take action now. Use your education and skills to be a leader To become an offi cer, you’ll need to apply your college credit hours, or have a college degree and military experience. If you don’t already have a four-year degree, the Guard can help you get it with our educational benefi ts packages. Once you have decided to be a leader, you’ll need to complete one of the following programs: 12 Pelican Dispatch / Spring 2010 take action now in the Offi cer Corps Offi cer Candidate School (OCS) Warrant Offi cer Candidate School Reser ve Offi cers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Direct Commission While each path is different, all will prepare you to be an effective leader in both your military and civilian life. As an offi cer candidate, you’ll receive advanced training and education in order to acquire and hone the skills necessary to lead troops. Many branches also offer bonuses, though availability is subject to change. Your offi cer recruiter will have the most up-to-date information. Contact your Offi cer Recruiters 1st Lt. George Wiley george.wiley@us.army.mil • (337) 302-9448 2-156th, 3-156th, 256th BSTB, ULL and McNeese Universities Capt. Anthony Garrison anthony.garrison@us.army.mil • (310) 623-4373 165th CSSB, 2-108th CAV, 527th, 528th, Northwestern University and Grambling Maj. Euclid Talley euclid.talley@us.army.mil • (504) 303-9731 State Offi cer Strength Manager Capt. Kenny Knaps kenny.knaps@us.army.mil • (225) 229-8002 415th MI, 769th EN, 61st TC, JFHQ-GL, LSU and Southern University 1st Lt. Clay Harris clayton.a.harris@us.army.mil • (504) 919-9706 1-141st, 205th EN, 1-244th, 204th SAC, Tulane University (with all satellite) and Southeastern
Become a warrant offi cer: As a warrant offi cer, you can be a highly skilled technical adviser in one of over 40 specialties. Take what you know, and gain the additional rank, respect and credentials to become a recognized leader. Do you want to become an offi cer, but continue to be a specialist in your current fi eld? As a warrant offi cer, you’ll be a commissioned offi cer and subject matter expert rolled into one. You’ll become a leader and instructor within your specifi c career fi eld, and advise your superiors in matters affecting your specialty. And if you feel fl ying is in your future, training as an aviation warrant offi cer is the best way to earn your wings as a Guard helicopter pilot. Eligibility Requirements Before enrolling in Warrant Offi cer Candidate School, you’ll need to meet eligibility requirements. If you are currently a member of the Army National Guard, a Reserve Soldier, a transitioning active component Soldier, or a current or former warrant offi cer, you may qualify. Age restrictions: • Technical warrant offi cers can appoint between the ages of 18 and 46 • Aviation warrant offi cers must appoint before their 33rd birthday In addition you must: • Score 110 or above on the General Technical Area of the ASVAB • Be a high school graduate or pass the GED • Be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization • Successfully pass all events on the Army Physical Fitness Test • Meet certain technical qualifi cations for your specifi c career path For more information on prerequisites visit: http://www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/WOgeninfo_enlmos.html Contact your warrant offi cer recruiters, Chief Warrant Offi cer 2 Tammy Lang or Chief Warrant Offi cer 4 Gerard Abair at (318) 640-3672 to apply today! *Bonuses may be available, but are subject to current policy at time of appointment, slot availability, and eligibility status of applicant. Wrangler Gold and Silver Rush Soldiers learn about opportunities as an offi cer By Pfc. Jessica M. Lopez 241st Mobile Public Affairs Detachment Louisiana National Guardsman Spc. Michael A. Strider of the 156th Army Band signs in for the 139th Regional Support Group Wrangler Gold and Silver Rush at the Fulton Hotel in Alexandria, La., Nov. 6. The 139th RSG held its first Wrangler Gold and Silver Rush to expose enlisted soldiers to the opportunities of becoming an officer. Photo: Pfc. Jessica M. Lopez, 241st Mobile Public Affairs Detachment The 139th Regional Support Group of the Louisiana National Guard hosted the fi rst Wrangler Gold and Silver Rush in Alexandria, La., to expose enlisted Soldiers to the opportunities of becoming commissioned or warrant offi cers, Nov. 6-8. “Our mission is to make our Soldiers feel honored,” said Col. Douglas J. Mouton, commander of the 139th RSG. “This weekend is about showing enlisted Soldiers pathways to really elevate the greatness within them.” The Soldiers in attendance had to meet the general offi cer requirements of a minimum general technical score of 110 and had to have completed 60 to 90 college credits. These Soldiers also had to be recommended by their respective commands to attend this event. The weekend event included a series of speakers who explained the basic requirements of attending and completing Offi cer Candidate School and Warrant Offi cer Candidate School. “If you just have the mentality of ‘don’t quit,’ you can get through Warrant Offi cer Candidate School,” said Chief Warrant Offi cer Tammy Lang, a warrant offi cer recruiter for the Louisiana National Guard. “WOCS is challenging and diffi cult, but I wish I would have done it fi ve years ago,” said recent graduate Warrant Offi cer Andrew T. Le. “I did it because I wanted to train Soldiers.” “If the words Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfl ess Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage make the hair on the back of your head stand up, you need to be an offi cer,” said Maj. Dirk Erickson, the commander of the 773rd Military Police Battalion. Spring 2010 / Louisiana National Guard 13
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