What advice do you have to help convince my leaders to allow me to transfer to another unit needing my MOS?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:00:15 -0400

I’m currently in a unit that I don’t like. There is another unit needing my MOS (92Y) (supply) at Battalion level and they are interested in bringing me over there. They told me I have to convince my CSM and 1SG to release me. I’m a great soldier that’s great at their job and they know that so I know it’ll be hard to convince to let me leave. Does anyone have any words of advice on how I can convince them to let me leave. I’m so depressed over there.

Response by MSG Gary Eckert made Aug 14 at 2024 6:10 PM

MSG Gary Eckert — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:10:34 -0400

Unless your unit has a ready to go SGT or SSG that can backfill you, I don’t see this happening. You would have a better chance if this conversation happened between the CSMs rather than relying on you to get released.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 14 at 2024 11:34 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:34:44 -0400

Last time I checked, 1SG and CSM don't sign the request forms. They can influence those that do, but at the end of the day it's the Commander that signs the request form in IPPS-A.

Be honest with them. Tell them that staying in the unit is becoming detrimental to your mental welfare.