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Employer Information & Support Guide
On behalf of the Texas State Guard, thank you for supporting one of our Service Members. Your support helps Texas maintain a trained and ready emergency response force.
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The Texas State Guard is a State Defense Force within the Texas Military Department dedicated to supporting civil authorities during emergencies, disasters, and state missions. Our Service Members are everyday Texans—professionals, first responders, and community members—who volunteer their time to serve the State of Texas.
Emergency Response
- Disaster response and recovery operations
- Hurricane and flood response
- Search and rescue support
- Medical and humanitarian assistance
Mission Support
- Shelter management and logistics
- Communications and coordination support
- Border support
- Texas Homeland Defense
Leadership and team management
Crisis response and decision-making under pressure
Strong work ethic and accountability
Adaptability in dynamic environments
Experience in logistics, communications, and emergency management
Monthly Training
One weekend per month.
Annual Training
Four to five days of training.
Military Education & Training
Ranges from one to seven days as needed.
Activation Missions
- Hurricanes
- Flooding
- Severe weather
- Public health emergencies
- Other state-directed operations
Operational Expectations
- Service Members remain on mission for the anticipated duration.
- Mission timelines may change based on operational needs.
- Activation orders may be extended as conditions evolve.
- Release occurs at mission completion or through coordinated relief.
Why Employer Support Matters
Employer support directly strengthens the Texas State Guard’s ability to serve communities across Texas. By supporting your employee’s service, you help enable faster disaster response, stronger community resilience, immediate assistance during emergencies, and a trained, ready force prepared to support the State when needed.
Texas State Guard members are protected in their civilian jobs when called to state active duty for emergencies or training. Texas Government Code §§ 437.202–437.204 require that Service Members be granted a leave of absence for military service and restored to civilian employment with the same seniority, status, and benefits upon timely return from duty.