How does someone join the Civil Support Team as a CBRN Specialist in the National Guard?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:24:24 -0400

I’ll be going to BCT in a couple of weeks (providing the Coronavirus doesn’t push back my ship date) and have been doing some research on my MOS. I saw the National Guard has a Civil Support Team consisting of CBRN specialists and am interested in possibly pursuing that path eventually if that’s an option. Can anyone shed some light on how someone gets on the CST?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 17 at 2020 10:54 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:54:51 -0400

Those are as far as I know AGR (Title 32 Active Duty) positions. As with any AGR position it's an application process. First there is a vacancy announcement, it will set out the area of consideration (grade, MOS, duty status, etc), and the eligibility requirements (OPAT, PULHES, security clearance, ASVAB, special qualifications, etc). The announcement will also let you know what you need to build your packet, generally at a minimum a traditional M-Day applicant will need to submit an NGB 34-1, RPAM, and a copy of their ERB (work with your FLL and Admin NCO). Once packets are submitted there is a board (interview) and the selection is made from there.