Attache Intelligence Operations Technicians

Overview

Attache Intelligence Operations Technicians perform administrative and logistics functions in support of the Defense Army Attaché office located in an embassy of the United States of America.

Job duties

• Know regulations, directives and procedures necessary for managing and operating administrative and logistics support functions
• Secure and manage housing accommodations for personnel assigned to the embassy
• Know history, political and economic institutions, social customs, and, when possible, the language of the country to which assigned
• Advise other attaché office personnel and visitors regarding matters of protocol, military courtesies and public affairs
• Supervise Enlisted and civilian support specialists
• Manage internal activities of the Defense Attaché office
• Compile and prepare reports and communications
• Receive, interview and schedule meetings with U.S. and foreign military and civilian visitors
• Supervise internal communications
• Maintain files and administer the recordkeeping process

Training

This is an ascension MOS. All Enlisted MOS with SQI 7 (Attaché) are eligible to apply. To become an Attaché Intelligence Operations Technician, applicants must have Defense Attaché Service experience, complete the Warrant Officer Advanced Course (WOAC) and meet certain qualifications.

Helpful skills

• Ability to work under pressure and on deadline
• Capable of managing multiple projects and personnel at one time
• Desire to work in an office setting
• Knowledge of office equipment and software

Civilian career relevance

The skills and experience you acquire will prepare you for a career in private business and with the U.S. government or possibly the State Department.