Recruit intake squad commanderמ"כ מתגייסים
What the Recruit intake squad commander role asks for, and what it holds
A recruit intake squad commander leads and guides new recruits through their enlistment day in the IDF.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 45 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
Soldiers in the role command, instruct and accompany recruits during the enlistment day, and keep order and discipline at every stage. For many recruits, they are the first commander met in the IDF.
The squad commander makes sure the enlistment process runs in an organized, safe and respectful way. The role also aims to give recruits a sense of security, belonging and commitment to their service.
By setting a personal example, the squad commander helps build trust between recruits and the army and eases the move from civilian life to military service.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- Leadership ability, responsibility and strong personal discipline.
- Good interpersonal communication and the ability to work with the public.
- Patience, sensitivity and the ability to support recruits under pressure.
- Ability to handle pressure and manage time well.
- Knowledge and understanding of enlistment procedures and the military system.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Recruit intake squad commander role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
Who can serve as Recruit intake squad commander?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Recruit intake squad commander?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Recruit intake squad commander
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.