Could I use something like the open door policy along with the memo stating the hardships I am facing to expedite a conditional release?

2019-11-26T10:22:52-05:00

Long story, so here it goes...

I left active duty in DEC 2016 as a combat medic with an reenlistment code of three. After a year and some change, I was contacted by a Reserves recruiter and signed a contract for 31b. Since June of 2018, I have not been given a date for reclass school, and my previous MOS has expired. I requested for a conditional release in December of 2018 for active duty, but my paperwork was never reviewed or given an answer at the company level. Recently, my financial situation has changed, and my wife and I have decided that it would be best that i return to active duty to help stabilize our finances. I have resubmitted a 368 and attached a letter stating the hardships I am facing. My question is, could I use something like the open door policy along with the memo to expedite the process? We are really tight on time and I am worried about not being able to pay the bills while I wait My unit is notorious for long wait times on paperwork, we have tons of soldiers that have been there for 2+ years that have not been to reclass school. Any help would be appreciated?

Response by LTC John Mohor made Nov 26 at 2019 11:11 AM

2019-11-26T11:11:42-05:00

SPC Justin Jay this certainly is worthy of an open door policy! I’d document a timeline of all the steps you’ve gone thru as well in case you need to elevate it even higher like an IG complaint or congressional inquiry.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2019 11:16 AM

2019-11-26T11:16:17-05:00

Trails of paperwork are going to be your best bet in this case. If you have DA 200’s, even better!

Sounds like IG should be the place to go first IMO if there is a pattern of things like this happening

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2019 3:52 PM

2019-11-26T15:52:44-05:00

If you’ve done everything you’re supposed to do in terms of submitting through proper channels, and you’re not getting a timely resolution and/or not being given realistic answers, then that is exactly what the open door policy is for. Be calm, be professional, state your case and ask for commander’s guidance.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2019 5:58 PM

2019-11-26T17:58:24-05:00

If it's taking too long, I would highly recommend contacting your congressman. Mine sat right below USARC for two months before I contacted mine. I explained my situation and two weeks later, I was released. Include the hardship letter in your email to the congressman or congresswoman.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 2 at 2019 2:13 AM

2019-12-02T02:13:05-05:00

It may be faster to volunteer for mobilization orders. You probably know about MOBCOP tour of duty but also check out https://pfi.dod.mil/ there are stateside MP and security tours listed right now.