Is becoming a 79S SQI-4 detailed recruiter a good career move?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 20 Dec 2015 19:29:51 -0500

There seems to be a separation in our field on whether this is a good or bad move. I jumped on the opportunity for a couple of reasons, but one of the main reasons is because it is on our career map. What are your thoughts fellow career counselors? Will this help an individual make the next grade or hinder them?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 20 at 2015 7:34 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 20 Dec 2015 19:34:45 -0500

It will be a different mindset out there for sure. Recruiting in my opinion is about the number as opposed to it being about the Soldier. As long as you are successful I don't think it will hinder anything quite honest, it may set you apart I think.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 22 at 2015 6:41 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 18:41:41 -0500

Careere or not.. I reclassed 79R and enjoy it.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 25 at 2015 4:34 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 25 Dec 2015 04:34:33 -0500

Diversity is always a good thing with the understanding that infomation will be obsolete years after returning to the 79S field. In this fast pace Army Leaders are challenged with competitive promotions, evaluations, and assignments. If an individual's primary MOS is Retention and that job is vacated for three years then that individual must embrace catching up with the rest of the field to be relevant agsin.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2017 7:35 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 13 Apr 2017 19:35:41 -0400

Anything out there that challenges you to better yourself as an individual is a good thing. Most in our career field are afraid of change. I highly recommend everyone experience a few years out there doing either recruiting or drill. It will make you a better Soldier in the long run!