Does anyone have any tips or information on what the 31K kennel master interview is like?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 18:32:00 -0500

I have a interview with my kennel master here on FT. Campbell on Wednesday. I'm currently a 68W, looking to convert over to 31k. Any tips or information on what the interview is like?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 1 at 2020 7:08 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 19:08:30 -0500

Yes, just this:
There is no requirement for an interview from the kennel Master.

MOS 31K requires a background check from the Provost Marshall, E7 or higher.

Have a back up plan, there are no class seats for 31K and there almost never are. When I mean almost never, I mean I've gotten one class seat for a Soldier in 8 years. Have a backup plan

Response by SSG Brian G. made Mar 1 at 2020 9:28 PM

SSG Brian G. — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 21:28:07 -0500

Why would you have an interview with your kennelmaster? It is not required for you to be even considered for 31k. Literally what you need is a 92 on Skill Tech on Asvab, pass a background check to hold a Secret clearance and be a US citizen.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 2 at 2020 9:54 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:54:04 -0500

This is just what retention informed me I'd be doing on Wednesday. As for the back up plan; I informed retention it was this, or I'm cutting loose.

I understand the other requirements and already prequalify with flying colors. Thanks for the comments though!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 2 at 2020 9:59 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:59:20 -0500

Additionally, and not to question the information provided, but I don't understand how there are no class seats available for 8 years. I had seven 31k in my basic alone and was offered a slot when initially passing my ASVAB. More then likely just a right time right place situation, but I figured it wasn't a terribly rare MOS....

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Mar 2 at 2020 9:21 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 21:21:56 -0500

Being tactically proficient with my tank platoon.