Job Details
Position Summary
Building global security comes down to having strong relationships with our allies around the world. Our Foreign Area Officers help to grow these relationships and are essential to meeting our mission and national security objectives. They help carry out programs on political-military affairs, security assistance, technology and information transfer, personnel exchange, and numerous others.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments, analysis, and processing of civil-affairs products.
- Advise and consult with commanders on issues related to foreign languages and regional culture.
- Build and maintain relationships and rapport with civil and military counterparts.
- Develop and coordinate cultural/language training plans and events.
- Participate in security cooperation planning between the military and local authorities.
Benefits
- Outstanding free or low-cost healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Food and housing assistance
- Continuing-education opportunities
- World-travel opportunities
- Up to a $10,000 bonus with a three-year contract paid over three years (dependent on member meeting all eligibility requirements based on IAW Air Force policy and law)
Qualifications
- Knowledge of geopolitics, international relations and U.S. foreign policy
- Advanced academic degree focusing on, but not limited to, the political, cultural, sociological, economic and geographic factors specific to your region of specialization
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 42
About the Air Force Reserve
The Air Force Reserve is a proud partner in America s defense, offering a variety of part-time and full-time careers with full-time benefits. These include low-cost health insurance, a noncontributory retirement plan, tuition assistance and educational programs. The Air Force Reserve recruits talent and provides highly technical training to help you build and sustain the world s most-advanced airpower. All with the flexibility to advance in your civilian career or education while serving close to home. Also, if you re currently serving or have served, and ready for more, we can use your experience.