Program Background

Defense Courier Stations (DCS)

Responsibilities of a Courier

The Rewards of a Unique Experience

• Courier stations play a vital role in supporting DOD interests and agencies across the globe. Couriers are able to master a logisitcs skillset that will broaden their military experience as well as have the opportunity to lead in a small team environment.
• Special Duty Assignment pay of $75 a month.
• Service Member will be assigned to a joint environment, making them eligible for joint-tour decorations and joint quarterly/annual awards.
• All qualified couriers will receive a TS/SCI clearance.

Additionally,  you will:

• Coordinate with various federal and government agencies to better understand their operating procedures.
• Become an Ambassador for the Navy by providing a more transparent understanding to various agencies.

Requirements

• U.S Citizen
• Paygrade of E-5 and above or have been selected to E-5
• Possess mature judgment, highly reliable, and be diplomatic and courteous
• No physical condition that prevents frequent travel onboard aircraft
• Valid State driver’s license
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Free of chronic pain that prevents sitting or standing for long periods of time, bending over, carrying materials, and enduring long missions on aircraft or in vehicles
• Must not have received court-martial or non-judicial punishment within the last 5 years
• Need to complete the defense courier training course, Levels I & II, upon reporting
• Willing to endure frequent and lengthy missions
• Screening will be conducted for selection status to billet
• NAVPERS 1306/92 sections A, B, C, D2 and D3 will need to be completed
• All applicants must be able to hold or must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance

Available Locations​

• Honolulu, Hawaii
• Jacksonville, Florida
• San Diego, California
• Sigonella, Italy
• San Antonio, Texas
• Manama, Bahrain
• Norfolk, Virginia

References

• DoDI 5200.33

• ​NAVMED P-117

• DoD 520.2-R

For further information:   901-874-4583/DSN 882-4583