Ground Self-Defense Force Officer
りくじょうじえいたいかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
A job belonging to Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force, responsible for tasks such as national defense, public security maintenance, disaster dispatch, and international peace cooperation.
Description
Ground Self-Defense Force officers belong to the Ground Self-Defense Force organization and engage in various missions both domestically and internationally. They repeatedly undergo classroom training and field exercises at bases, receiving education in combat techniques, shooting, communications, engineering, logistics, and other specialized fields. In disaster dispatch and international peace cooperation activities (PKO), they provide support to disaster areas, reconstruction assistance, and security in the local area. Under rigorous daily training and discipline, they emphasize teamwork and are required to have a high level of physical and mental responsiveness. To respond to diversifying security environments, they must continuously acquire the latest equipment, tactics, and technologies.
Future Outlook
With changes in the security environment in recent years and an increase in natural disasters, the role of Ground Self-Defense Force officers is becoming increasingly important. On the other hand, securing personnel due to declining birthrates is a challenge, but with stable employment and opportunities to acquire specialized skills, demand is expected to continue at a certain level in the future.
Personality Traits
Able to maintain discipline / Calm and composed / Good team player / Proactive / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Barracks duty / Dispatch / Lots of practical training / Official residence / Shift work
Career Path
General sergeant candidate → Non-commissioned officer (corporal, sergeant, sergeant major) → Officer candidate → Commissioned officer (junior officer, field-grade officer) → Commissioned officer (general officer)
Required Skills
First aid / Navigation skills (map and compass) / Radio communication operation / Shooting skills / Survival skills / Vehicle driving
Recommended Skills
English (basic conversation) / First aid / Leadership / PC operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly adapt to harsh environments and diverse missions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary for equipment maintenance and mission execution. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately communicate situations within and outside the unit and coordinate efforts. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To continuously acquire new equipment and tactics. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Endurance is essential for long marches, carrying heavy equipment, etc. |
| Problem Solving | To quickly respond to unforeseen situations and find solutions. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental resilience is required in rigorous training and actual duties. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination is essential as they operate in teams. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Due to a high volume of routine tasks where discipline is valued more than creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary motor vehicle driver's license
Aliases
- Ground Self-Defense Force member
- Self-Defense Force member
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