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Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Columbus, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$32k-59k yearly est. 14d ago
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TN Fellowship-Candidate Operations (33760)
St. Johns Community Services 4.2
Remote special forces weapons sergeant job
HR FELLOWSHIP - CANDIDATE OPERATIONS
Job Title
HR Fellowship - Candidate Operations
FSLA Classification
Non-Exempt, Stipend
Location
Remote/Hybrid (Agency Wide)
Reports To
Human Resources Manager
Time Commitment
20-25 hours per week
Stipend
$1,300 per month
Revision Date
January 2026
To be considered for any SJCS careers all applicants must apply using this link SJCS Careers
About St. John's Community Services
As one of the oldest non-profit organizations founded in the District of Columbia, St. John's Community Services (SJCS) is committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS works to cultivate caring communities to ensure that all people have the opportunity to thrive, and no one is left behind. We support individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in 4 states and the District of Columbia.
At SJCS, we pride ourselves in meeting every person we support where they are, learning who they are, and affirming their individuality, unique strengths, and hopes. It's why we exist. Advancing inclusive communities where every person, regardless of circumstances, has the right and opportunity to live their best life is our mission, and our mission is what drives us and is at the heart of our services and programs.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking detail-oriented undergraduate or graduate students to join our HR team as HR Fellows - Candidate Operations. This fellowship offers hands-on experience in recruitment coordination, compliance documentation, and candidate relationship management within a mission-driven nonprofit environment. Fellows will gain practical skills in applicant tracking systems, employment verification, pre-hire processes, and administrative operations while supporting SJCS's commitment to efficient and compliant hiring practices.
Your overall essential responsibilities will be the following:
Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers using Microsoft Teams, phone, or in-person formats, ensuring clear communication with all parties.
Utilize Paycom's applicant tracking system to manage candidates' progress and activity, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Gather and verify pre-hire required documentation, including background check authorizations, reference information, certifications, licenses, and employment eligibility documents.
Conduct reference checks by contacting previous employers and documenting findings in accordance with company procedures.
Coordinate with hiring managers and candidates to collect necessary employment paperwork and ensure completion prior to start dates.
Follow up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding the recruiting process and status, maintaining regular communication throughout.
Manage application and resume files and retention according to company policy and legal requirements.
Assist with preparing employment offer materials and ensuring accuracy of information (e.g., benefits, compensation, start dates).
Support internal transfer process by gathering documentation, coordinating interview schedules, and preparing transfer offer letters.
Maintain organized filing systems for recruitment documentation and ensure compliance with federal/state record retention requirements.
Partner with hiring managers and staffing coordinators to track and report on recruitment metrics and timelines.
Perform other duties and HR projects as assigned.
This list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position is not in its entirety as other duties may be assigned and are expected to be followed.
Qualifications
You will catch our eye if you have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation management.
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple candidates and requisitions simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for professional correspondence with candidates and hiring managers.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Self-motivated team player who can work independently in a remote or hybrid environment.
Problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex scheduling and coordination challenges.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Willingness to learn new systems, particularly HRIS/ATS platforms like Paycom.
Interest in human resources processes, compliance, and organizational operations.
Strong follow-through and commitment to meeting deadlines.
The minimum experience, education, and requirements needed for consideration:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior/senior or graduate student in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
Interest in human resources operations and talent acquisition (no prior HR experience required; willing to train the right person).
Ability to commit to 20-25 hours per week for the duration of the fellowship period.
Access to reliable internet and computer equipment for remote work.
Demonstrated ability to manage detailed administrative tasks and maintain organized systems.
Physical and environmental conditions include:
Primarily remote work with minimal travel requirements.
Ability to sit for extended periods while working on computer-based tasks.
Occasional video conference meetings with HR team and hiring managers.
This fellowship provides valuable hands-on experience in operations and HR administration within a nonprofit setting, along with a monthly stipend of $1,300 for 20-25 hours of work per week.
Other benefits include the following:
Practical experience in recruitment coordination and HR compliance within a multi-state nonprofit organization.
Mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
Skill development in applicant tracking systems, employment law compliance, and candidate relations.
Flexible schedule compatible with academic commitments.
Networking opportunities within the nonprofit and healthcare sectors.
Exposure to mission-driven work supporting individuals with disabilities and those experiencing homelessness.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of these positions.
St. John's Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. John's Community Services does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other protected class.
$34k-47k yearly est. 7d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Findlay, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$32k-60k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Cleveland, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$34k-66k yearly est. 31d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Akron, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$34k-65k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Canton, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$33k-65k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Lima, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$32k-58k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Toledo, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$33k-61k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Steubenville, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$34k-67k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Youngstown, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$35k-69k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Springfield, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$31k-58k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Ironton, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$31k-58k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Dayton, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$31k-57k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Cincinnati, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$31k-56k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Martins Ferry, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$33k-65k yearly est. 14d ago
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy 4.0
Special forces weapons sergeant job in Mansfield, OH
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
$33k-62k yearly est. 14d ago
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