Description
The Scout Sniper is a Marine skilled in fieldcraft and marksmanship who delivers long range precision fire on selected targets from concealed positions in support of combat operations. Scout Snipers provide close reconnaissance and surveillance for the supported commander, observing and reporting enemy activity, terrain, and battle damage. They are trained in advanced marksmanship, observation, stalking, camouflage, target detection, and range estimation, and typically serve after qualifying in a core infantry specialty.
Core Skills
- Precision rifle marksmanship and ballistics calculation
- Observation, target detection, and range estimation
- Camouflage, concealment, and stalking techniques
- Reconnaissance and surveillance reporting
- Land navigation and field craft in austere environments
- Tactical communications equipment operation (radios, optics)
- Small unit leadership and team coordination
- Detailed documentation and intelligence reporting
- Operating under stress with strict rules of engagement
Common Certifications
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- State POST Certification
- NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) or EMT
- Private Investigator License (state)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications (ICS 100/200/700/800)
- Executive Protection Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Marine Corps publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.