5TH RECRUITING BRIGADE LEADERSHIP

 

man wearing U.S. Army uniform standing in front of 2 flags.
5th Recruiting Brigade Commander
Col. Julian Perez
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Male Soldier posed in front of the U.S. flag and the USAREC flag.
5th Recruiting Brigade Command Sergeant Major
Command Sgt. Maj. Keith M. Nowicki
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WELCOME TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY 5TH RECRUITING BRIGADE

Mission Statement

To recruit highly motivated, high-quality men and women to serve in an Army and Army Reserve that stands ready to preserve peace

Vision Statement

Help the Army maintain its superb reputation with its American Citizens by recruiting volunteers inspired by a sense of duty to the Nation, Warrior Ethos, Army Values, and strong desire to become members of the Army Strong Team. Find this "Next Greatest Generation" with a highly trained-team of professionals that is properly resourced, understands how to leverage technology, respects our heritage, wants to achieve balance in their personal and professional lives, and realizes they are valued by this Brigade, the United States Army Recruiting Command, the Army, and the Nation!

Mailing Address:

ATTN: HQ Commandant
United States Army
HQ, 5th Recruiting Brigade
2503 Dunstan Road, Ste 61
Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-5061

Please forward any questions or comments to
5th Recruiting Brigade Webmaster

 

If you are interested in joining the Army, call 1-800-USA-ARMY,
 ext. 181 or visit www.goarmy.com.

If you are interested in the Army Reserve, call 1-800-USA-ARMY,
ext. 182 or visit www.goarmyreserve.com

Welcome to the 5th Recruiting Brigade

 

     Congratulations and welcome to your new assignment with 5th Recruiting Brigade!  You will find this assignment exciting, challenging, and rewarding.

     The 5th Recruiting Brigade, The Alamo Warriors, is one of six brigades under the United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC), and has seven battalions spread across a geographical area 14 states.  Our brigade’s area of operation ranges as far north as Wyoming to as far south as Rio Grande River in Texas and as far east as the Mississippi River to our western boarder of California.

     Your sponsor will be contacting you in the near future with detailed information on your assignment, the community area and suggestions on where to live.  If there is anything we can do to help you, please contact my HHC Commander and his staff. If you are having any difficulty with in-processing or need a computer/copy machine, please do not hesitate to swing by the HHC Building 2005, off Buck Rd.

     If there is anything we can do to help you, please contact your Sponsor, HHC Commander at (210) 221-1610 / (210) 376-7963.

Again, Welcome to the 5th Recruiting Brigade. Army Strong!
 

COL Julian Perez - CSM Keith Nowicki

LATEST NEWS
 

Shawnee Mission West High School students pose with their championship trophy and “Army Fit Certified School” plaque after winning the U.S. Army Fitness Challenge in May 2025. The event, hosted by the U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Kansas City, tested strength, speed, and teamwork through competitive fitness events.
U.S. Army Fitness Challenge Energizes Battalion Area High Schools
By Rich Beckett | June 6, 2025
Over two weeks of high-energy teamwork, mentorship, and competition, the U.S. Army Fitness Challenge reached more than 1,800 students across six Kansas City Battalion area high schools. Organized by the U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion – Kansas City, the events emphasized discipline, leadership, and service while generating over 600 age-qualified leads and multiple follow-up appointments.
Staff Sgt. Vincent Tolentino, Staff Sgt. Craig Myers, Staff Sgt. Leon Lloyd, and Boatswain’s Mate Petty Officer 1st Class Ashley Zappier are pictured at their Rio Rancho Recruiting Station after assisting in the rescue of an injured motorcyclist on 15APRIL2025.
Recruiters Rescue Struck Motorcyclist
By Christine Montagnese | May 9, 2025
U.S. Army Recruiters Staff Sgt. Craig Myers, Staff Sgt. Leon Lloyd and Staff Sgt. Vincent Tolentino unexpectedly found themselves in a life-changing situation while returning to the Rio Rancho Recruiting Station in March after a visit to a local high school.
Staff Sergeant Bettincourt, station commander of the Overland Park Army Recruiting Station, explains the functions of a robotic arm used by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams during a STEM-focused Army demonstration at Spring Hill High School in Spring Hill, Kansas. The event highlighted the role of advanced technology in modern Army careers.
U.S. Army Taps Into Kansas City’s Growing STEM Ecosystem
By Richard Beckett | April 25, 2025
As Kansas City rises to national prominence as a designated “Tech Hub,” the Kansas City Recruiting Battalion is building meaningful connections with students, educators, and innovators across the region through a dynamic series of STEM-focused outreach efforts.
Meet Your Recruiter - Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas
Meet Your Recruiter - Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas
By Hunter West | April 25, 2025
Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas, a Bayamon, Puerto Rico native, serves as an Army Reserve Recruiter with the San Antonio Southeast Recruiting Station in San Antonio, Texas. Bringas was recognized by the U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as the Army Reserve Recruiter of the Year for 2024.
Sgt. 1st Class Sudeep Khadka grew up with dreams of being a Soldier. Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, Khadka said he lived near Nepalese army bases in the city and just knew he wanted to be a part of something larger than himself.
Be something larger than yourself by serving your country
By Christina M. Bhatti | April 17, 2025
Sgt. 1st Class Sudeep Khadka grew up with dreams of being a Soldier. Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, Khadka said he lived near Nepalese army bases in the city and just knew he wanted to be a part of something larger than himself.
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CONTACT 5TH BDE

Contact Us

Department of the Army
ATTN: HHC Company Commander
USA, 5th Recruiting Brigade
2503 Dunstan Road, Ste 61
JBSA, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-7532
OFFICIAL BUSINESS

Brigade Headquarters
210-221-2923

HHC Company Commander
210-221-1610 // 210-376-7963

Brigade Legal
210-957-5215

Brigade Chaplain
210-957-5219

APA
210-957-5198

RT
210-957-5157

Family Advocacy Program

210-957-5231

Budget & Accounting

210-957-5196

IMO
210-957-5257

ESS
210-957-5226

Facilities
210-221-1596

S-1
210-957-5159

S-3
210-957-5170

S-4
210-957-5189