Army MOS · Support
38R Civil Reconnaissance Sergeant (CR SGT)
Overview
A Civil Reconnaissance Sergeant conducts civil network engagement, evaluates civil information, and supports civil administration and transitional military authority as a member of a Civil Affairs unit. The sergeant performs these activities to support situational understanding, targeting, information operations, freedom of maneuver, and stability.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- stakeholder engagement
- mission analysis
- operational planning
- information collection and evaluation
- data synthesis and reporting
- briefing and presentation
- cross-cultural communication
- relationship building and negotiation
- team leadership
- interagency coordination
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Power BI
- Tableau
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Open Source Intelligence
- Project Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Physical Security Professional (PSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) · Funded · Promotion points
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class · Funded · Promotion points
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class · Funded · Promotion points
- Associate Protection Professional (APP) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
- Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Communication Management Professional (CMP)
- Industrial Security Professional (ISP)
What the Work Involves
- Assess the nature and level of physical security threats so that the scope of the problem can be determined.
- Respond to emergency situations on an on-call basis.
- Recommend improvements in security systems or procedures.
- Perform risk analyses so that appropriate countermeasures can be developed.
Related Occupations
- Information Technology Project Managers
- Emergency Management Directors
- Project Management Specialists
- Financial Risk Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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