U.S. Army Special Operations Sniper Training and Employment o An attitude of determination is the most important.
o Ability to make rapid, accurate assessments and mental calculations. o Ability to maintain an emotionally stable personal life, o Ability to function effectively under stress. o Possession of character traits of patience, attention to detail, perseverance, and physical endurance. o Ability to focus completely. o Ability to endure solitude. o Objectivity to the extent that one can stand outside oneself to evaluate a situation. o Ability to work closely with another individual in confined spaces and under stress. o Freedom from certain detrimental personal habits such as the use of tobacco products and alcohol. The use of these are a liability unless the candidate is otherwise highly qualified. (These traits, however, should not be the sole disquallfier.) o First class APFT scores with a high degree of stamina, and preferably solid athletic skills and abilities.