How do I become a Texas State Guard officer?

Eligibility

1. Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident, with Texas residency.
2. Be between 18 – 50 years old.
3. Have a Bachelor’s Degree.
4. Be of good moral character, able to pass a criminal background check.
5. Be able to pass the Army Physical Fitness Test, with at least 50-points in each category (Link).

How much does the Texas State Guard pay?

When activated, Guard members get a $121-per-day stipend (plus several training days). They are eligible for many of the same health, licensing (free CHL and hunting/fishing licenses), and tuition assistance benefits as National Guard members.

How long is Texas State Guard training?

Basic Training is a 10-week intensive course of exercises and drills designed to toughen you up inside and out. The time is broken down into three phases of roughly three weeks each, designed to take you from an ordinary civilian to Citizen-Soldier.

Is the Texas State Guard part of the military?

The Texas State Guard, along with the Texas Army National Guard and Texas Air National Guard, is one of the three military branches comprising the Texas Military Department.

Does the Texas State Guard go to bootcamp?

Will I have to attend “boot camp”? Basic Orientation Training (BOT) is required for ALL Texas State Guard (TXSG) personnel who do NOT have federal military service.

What does Texas National Guard do?

The Texas Army National Guard is composed of approximately 19,000 soldiers, and maintains 117 armories in 102 communities. State duties include disaster relief, emergency preparedness, security assistance to state law enforcement agencies, and some aspects of border security.

Can you quit the Texas State Guard?

During emergencies, men and women serving in the Texas State Guard (TXSG) may receive orders for duty which, upon short notice, may require them to take leave from their usual place of employment in order to serve. Under Texas law, members of the TXSG are entitled to a wide array of job protections while under orders.