What are my chances of re-entering active duty?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:10:43 -0500

This question is for any current recruiters. I was recently told by the my commander that they accepting people back into active duty, I would like to know what would be my chances as an E6 with primary MOS 88H and secondary of 92Y to get back into active duty? I would love to go back into active duty so any credible information will be helpful and appreciated.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Feb 19 at 2017 2:34 PM

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 14:34:33 -0500

SSG Private RallyPoint Member I would say 50/50 talk to the nearest recruiter see what they can do for you. " anything is possible" Good luck!

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2017 3:04 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 15:04:43 -0500

I'll pull up the latest memo, but if memory serves, the answer is 0 chance.

You can get in to Reserves and go for AGR without a problem, but the Active component... Fairly difficult.

Response by SGT Jared Smith made Feb 19 at 2017 6:13 PM

SGT Jared Smith — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 18:13:51 -0500

I'm prior service myself and just started the paperwork to get back in. I'm also 11B and E-5 not 6, so it's a bit easier for me. The business rules state there are no openings for E6 whatsoever so I'd guess thu would have to throw a waiver together for grade determination in your MOS. There are always chances (especially now) to DT back in, just depends on what you're willing to come back in AS. (MOS change, rank deduction). Like the rest say, talk to your local recruiter or do what I did and jump around recruiting stations until you find someone that will fight for you.

Response by SFC A.M. Drake made Feb 19 at 2017 6:27 PM

SFC A.M. Drake — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 18:27:34 -0500

SSG E,
You're right there on Ft. Hamilton as I. Go talk to a recruiter then NYC Rctg BN is across the street from Burger King

Response by CW3 Kevin Storm made Feb 19 at 2017 7:53 PM

CW3 Kevin Storm — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 19:53:39 -0500

I would say not good as an E-6, have you looked at AGR or Federal Technician positions?

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 20 at 2017 2:20 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 02:20:38 -0500

I just heard they're bringing new Privates in on 2 year contracts with bonuses, so I imagine they would let you in.

Response by 1SG Brian Adams made Feb 20 at 2017 11:31 AM

1SG Brian Adams — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 11:31:01 -0500

Have your Commander sign off on your release paperwork. March back into the Army recruiting station and let them know what you want to do (go back on Active duty).
I am assuming you were on active duty at some point, yes? You may or may not have to drop some rank to accomplish this. You will need to bring in all of your previous DD Fm 214s, your conditional release form signed and dated.
You may or may not have to gain a new MOS....I did notice you asked for current recruiters as you should, I have been out of the game for a while now..but I am sure you need your DD Fm 214s and 368 release to get started...Good Luck warrior..!

Response by SPC(P) Carlos Santini made Feb 21 at 2017 4:18 PM

SPC(P) Carlos Santini — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 16:18:28 -0500

I wish I could go back but I doubt the are willing to take some one with a plate in my lower back, two disc replacements in my neck and on medications.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 22 at 2017 12:24 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:24:08 -0500

Currently a recruiter: Your options for coming back in are not the greatest, however, your local recruiter is not the approving authority. The approval will be up at MEPS, which you will have to go back through in it's entirety (MEPS physical). Your recruiter's job will be to prequalify you and build your enlistment packet. If you are Airborne qualified, chances go up. If you have any major law violations since getting out, I.E. dui, assault, battery, any drug charges, you're out. You need to have a clean discharge (RE3 and RE4 require a waiver and if it's RE4, you might not even want to bother), and renounce any and all disability pay received from the VA. You need to be within the Army age of 34 (subtract your active service time from your actual age and if the number is under 35, you're good to go). You need your DD-214 and they need to pull your FL 142. You need to meet IN SERVICE height and weight requirements. A good ASVAB score helps in case they want to reclass you. You will go through the MEPS physical, sit down with a guidance counselor, they will call someone and it will be a yay or a nay and they will tell you what they can or can't do. If you're in the reserves, you need to be released from your unit to process, which can take some time. if you are released, there's no guarantee you're allowed to join on the active duty side, you're still required to drill, and nothing is promised.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2017 10:10 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 22:10:50 -0500

The business rules can be Sean at http://www.goarmy.com

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Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 2 at 2017 12:55 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 12:55:55 -0400

Too many questions. Are you currently drilling? What is your MSO? Ill get you back active if you want