Military Lawyer - JAG Corps

Job Overview

Do you want a challenging civilian career that offers meaningful work, global travel, and the chance to practice in nearly every legal field? A JAG career in the U.S. Air Force can help you become the military lawyer you've always wanted to be. From day one you will be making a real impact.

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.
• Must complete and pass an Air Force medical examination before an offer of assignment is extended.

Service Commitment

Service commitment begins when you accept your JAG assignment. The initial active duty commitment is four years, which starts on the day you depart for Officer Training School (OTS).

Prior Military Service

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

How to Apply

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

Interview and Evaluation

After the interview, the SJA will prepare a report that is forwarded, along with your application materials, to HQ USAF / JAX. Additional materials will not be accepted after the first of the board month. Do not mail application materials directly to HQ USAF / JAX.

Recommendation Letters

Letters should be written by someone who can attest to your work ethic, duty performance, leadership potential, etc. Address them to "Selection Board Members" and upload them as part of your online application. Do not mail them directly to the selection board.

Job Details

Benefits and Support

Upon selection, you will receive comprehensive training, legal professional development opportunities, and support for military service benefits. Prior commissioned service may fast-track your rank and committee status, and all active duty service is credited toward retirement and leave entitlements.

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