Judge Advocate General (JAG)

Join to apply for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) role at ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES

If the traditional civilian career path has left you wanting more, a JAG career will re-inspire your love of the law. This lifestyle is the antidote to the day-in, day-out corporate grind. Being a JAG means you'll be doing meaningful work from day one—with opportunities to practice in almost every field, see the world and become the lawyer you've always wanted to be.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must be a graduate of an ABA-approved law school and be admitted to practice law in the highest court of any U.S. state, commonwealth, territory, or the District of Columbia
• Must be commissioned before the age of 40
• Once selected for the JAG Corps, all applicants must complete and pass an Air Force medical examination before an offer of assignment will be extended.

Service Commitment

Initial active duty commitment is four years, starting on the day you depart for Officer Training School (OTS).

Prior Military Service

If you are selected for direct appointment and are prior active duty, National Guard or Reserve, your prior service will be credited for pay purposes. Prior commissioned service can also advance entry grade and date of rank, and all active duty service is credited toward retirement.

How To Apply

Selection boards are held in February, April, August, and November. Applications are accepted online on or before the 10th of the month (January 10, March 10, July 10, and October 10) prior to the board. After submitting your online application, schedule a hiring interview with a Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) at any Air Force Base (AFB) through the online application system. The interview must be completed on or before the first of the month (February 1, April 1, August 1, or November 1) of the board.

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