Direct commission is one of the ways to become an officer in the Army National Guard. In this method, a member of the chain of command nominates you for appointment as an officer.
Typically, those recommended for direct commission are people with specialized professional skills or personal qualities that would make them highly effective officers.
For example, someone with expertise in medical, legal, ministerial or technical fields, possibly acquired in their civilian job, might qualify. You could also be nominated if you show outstanding leadership as an enlisted Guard member. Contact MAJ Steve Siemonsma at 605-737-6784 for more information about direct commissioning or email him at steven.siemonsma@us.army.mil.
