Posted on Aug 26, 2015
What is my best approach for returning to Active Duty?
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I have greatly enjoyed my time in the Reserve, and have tried to make the most of it, but let's face it...I'm not a part time kind of soldier. I have a desire for something more. I've contacted recruiters and keep a close eye on the HRC Business Rules, however it seems as if it won't happen anytime soon. Are any of the other branches accepting prior service? I'm open to reclassing although I thoroughly enjoy my MOS.
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SSG Toryn Green The best place to start is at the Recruiting Office. We see many OSVETs (Other Service Veterans) transition into the Active Component all the time. If you have your heart set on a certain branch then it will just depend on their quotas and availability. Here are a few links for information on transitioning into the Navy. I hope they help!
http://www.navy.com/joining/ways-to-join/serving-now.html#qualifications-&-commitment
http://www.npc.navy.mil/bupers-npc/reference/milpersman/1000/1300Assignment/Documents/1306-1705.pdf
http://www.navy.com/joining/ways-to-join/serving-now.html#qualifications-&-commitment
http://www.npc.navy.mil/bupers-npc/reference/milpersman/1000/1300Assignment/Documents/1306-1705.pdf
How to Join the Navy as a Current Servicemember : Navy.com
Learn the ins and outs of transitioning from another military branch to the Navy and all about the option of serving part-time service in the Navy Reserve.
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It's been awhile but when I was a recruiter returning reservists were given one option. Their MOS. Maybe a few options for assignments. I think we called them paper contracts or something. Release from your unit, height, weight, blood pressure, orders to report to Fort Whatever. I wish you luck. Maybe the draw-down is getting you.
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I would add that I am an 88N. In the civilian world I work as a Logistics Analyst. Hoping there's some recruiters out there that can chime in with some good info.
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There are several MOS's that are extremely short, if your willing to Reclass. I would go that route.
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SSG Toryn Green
Thank you for the reply MSG. How do I find the updated list of what's available? To my knowledge, the most recent HRC Business Rules are from May. According to those, the only option for E-5 is 35P, but you must already be fluent in an Arabic dialect to qualify. I also have my E-6 packet ready for submission, but have been holding off as it seems the higher the rank, the harder it is to get switched back to AD.
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