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BENEFITS

TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR PRESENT AND FUTURE

As a Soldier, you’ll have the world’s strongest force behind you in every aspect of your life.

BENEFITS

Becoming a Judge Advocate is personally, professionally, and financially rewarding. In addition to your salary, the JAG Corps offers student loan repayment and other benefits that will help you build your future. You will receive both tangible and intangible benefits not offered by other employers.

BENEFITS OF SERVICE - ACTIVE DUTY

FINANCIAL BENEFITS



  • Enter the Army as an officer at an advanced pay grade (First Lieutenant, O-2). Pay information is available HERE.
  • Receive a promotion six to eight months after joining. An estimated value of compensation in your first year is available HERE.
  • Receive a pay raise every one to two years
  • Receive a substantial tax-free housing and subsistence allowance each month
  • Low-cost life insurance coverage
  • Student loan repayment of up to $65,000 (taxable and subject to yearly authorization)
  • Opportunity to receive the Post-9/11 GI Bill
  • Thrift Savings Plan with government contribution

To find out more information on the Army's competitive compensation and entitlement systems, click here: Military Compensation (defense.gov)

FOCUS ON YOUR PERSONAL AND FAMILY LIFE

  • 30 paid vacation days and 10 paid federal holidays each year
  • Free medical and dental coverage for Soldiers and low cost medical and dental coverage for family members
  • Generous parental leave
  • Free gym and recreational activities on post

AN OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE WORLD

  • The ability to be stationed overseas
  • Many assignments include regular travel
  • Travel at no cost on military flights to destinations worldwide
  • TSA Precheck® throughout your career

CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION

The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School (TJAGLCS) hosts more than 60 continuing legal education courses annually for Judge Advocates. Experienced Judge Advocates spend an academic year at TJAGLCS earning an ABA-approved Master of Laws degree in military law. Senior Judge Advocates are eligible to earn a civilian LLM in selected legal fields paid for by the Army.

BENEFITS OF SERVICE - U.S. ARMY RESERVE

  • Enter the Army as an officer at an advanced pay grade (First Lieutenant, O-2). Pay information is available HERE.
  • Receive a promotion approximately twelve months after being commissioned
  • Receive a pay raise every one to two years
  • Low-cost life insurance coverage
  • Opportunity to receive the Post-9/11 GI Bill
  • Thrift Savings Plan with government contribution
  • Low cost medical and dental coverage for themselves and their family members. To find out more information on the Army's health plans, click here: TRICARE Reserve Select® | TRICARE
  • Travel at no cost on military flights to destinations worldwide
  • TSA Precheck® throughout your career

BENEFITS OF SERVICE - CIVILIAN

Compensation

  • Competitive salaries
  • Locality Pay for High Cost of Living Locations
  • Federal Student Loan Repayment/Forgiveness Opportunities
  • Incentives and Awards

Leave and workplace flexibilities

  • Up to 26 Days of Annual Leave Per Year
  • Up to 13 Days of Sick Leave Per Year
  • Alternative Work Schedules Possible
  • Telework and Remote Work

Additional benefits

  • Federal Employee Retirement System, which includes a Basic Benefit Plan (pension), Social Security, and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
  • 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Access to Military Exchanges
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Relocation Expenses May be Authorized
  • Mass Transportation Subsidy