Posted on Mar 16, 2017
How do I become a National Guard Warrant Officer (specifically a 270A Legal Administrator)?
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More specifically in my case a 270A Legal Administrator. I know this is a ways off for me, but at the moment I think this is the peak of my career plan is to become a Warrant Officer.
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Warrant Officers
Paralegal NCO
270A: Legal Administrator
Sergeant
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1. Research what it takes: Each WO has its own criteria set down on what it takes to become one in its specific branch. With no disrespect intended to my NCO compatriots, find a WO in the field you are interested in, asking an NCO, as knowledgeable in all things military as they are, is not a substitute for talking to a WO.
Try to book some time with them, notice I said book some time, not just walk up and expect immediate answers. Every Warrant has a job to do, so allow them the courtesy of getting that done, and work around their schedule to get you in. As an Automotive Warrant I was approached far too many times by eager troops, who asked me how to become a pilot. More often than not, my inner Captain Obvious wanted to point out, "If could @#$%^ fly, do think I would be under a 5 ton?" Approach the correct Warrant for the field you are interested in, not blindly approach any Warrant you see.
2. Go after what it takes: You are an E-2 right now, it may take years for you to get everything you need to do, for many people it may be easier to get a regular commission than go the WO way.
3. Understand there has to an available slot in the state you reside for the WO you wish to become. If there isn't a slot, borrowing from Jerry Seinfeld, "no school for you." yes there is a work around to that, but is complicated and better left to your WO recruiters in your state to explain that. Better you have a slot.
4. Be patient, it is not an overnight process, it can take years for you to meet the requirements.
Try to book some time with them, notice I said book some time, not just walk up and expect immediate answers. Every Warrant has a job to do, so allow them the courtesy of getting that done, and work around their schedule to get you in. As an Automotive Warrant I was approached far too many times by eager troops, who asked me how to become a pilot. More often than not, my inner Captain Obvious wanted to point out, "If could @#$%^ fly, do think I would be under a 5 ton?" Approach the correct Warrant for the field you are interested in, not blindly approach any Warrant you see.
2. Go after what it takes: You are an E-2 right now, it may take years for you to get everything you need to do, for many people it may be easier to get a regular commission than go the WO way.
3. Understand there has to an available slot in the state you reside for the WO you wish to become. If there isn't a slot, borrowing from Jerry Seinfeld, "no school for you." yes there is a work around to that, but is complicated and better left to your WO recruiters in your state to explain that. Better you have a slot.
4. Be patient, it is not an overnight process, it can take years for you to meet the requirements.
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CW3 Kevin Storm , hence why I told him to speak with some WO's and gave him a link. All you WO's are clearly the SMEs as to what is needed. I bow to your knowledge and experience in these matters.
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Thank you Sir, I appreciate the amount of time it will take. I figure at least with what I can learn I can build a rough plan. I know I need an associates degree, I'm part way there. I know I need to be an E-5 at least, that's going to take some more time. I know slots in my field are not so easy to come by and so it will be competitive.
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CW3 Kevin Storm
MSG (Join to see) - I have met an NCO that could put PHD's to shame with what they knew about a given system.
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I just saw this. Shoot me an email. I'm in the global. I can put you in touch with the right POC. For starters, though, we generally require five years as a 27d as the feeder MOS. That can be waived in certain circumstances. I'll get specific with you when you reach out to me. I'm in transition right now to a new assignment. So, it may be mid month before I have reliable CAC access.
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I appreciate that Sir, I've got some work to do between now and then but I figure it's best to start planning early. I have CAC access once a month, my personal computer does not agree with DOD sites so I use the computers at the office during Drill.
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Hey chief I’m also thinking about going warrant I would also like some information
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Speak with some WO's for guidance and direction......and submit WO packet
But here is a link to get you started:
http://www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/prerequ/WO270A.shtml
But here is a link to get you started:
http://www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/prerequ/WO270A.shtml
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SPC (Join to see) - You are welcome. Helping Soldiers with future career paths is just one of my many joys in life. Good luck to you.
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