Posted on Jul 6, 2022
If I reenlist to extend my IRR time, what are the odds of getting called back in for a muster or something along those lines?
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Hello Guys/Gals,
The time has come that its time for me to separate from the military and was presented with the possibility of reenlisting to extend my IRR time. I was active for 6 years and did a try one in the reserves and it wasn't for me. The reason behind extending my IRR time would be to keep my foot in the door if for some reason I needed or wanted to come back in.
My main question is what are the odds of getting called back in for a muster or something along those lines? I spoke with my units counselor but I don't trust a lot of what the Army is selling. She said it would be VERY rare that I would ever get called back in and If I did it would be for a records review annually and most of that is done digitally. Bottom line I don't want to to have to come back in for dumb stuff and strictly want to use the extended time to keep an opportunity available to me.
let me know If I'm expecting too much
V/r
Mike
The time has come that its time for me to separate from the military and was presented with the possibility of reenlisting to extend my IRR time. I was active for 6 years and did a try one in the reserves and it wasn't for me. The reason behind extending my IRR time would be to keep my foot in the door if for some reason I needed or wanted to come back in.
My main question is what are the odds of getting called back in for a muster or something along those lines? I spoke with my units counselor but I don't trust a lot of what the Army is selling. She said it would be VERY rare that I would ever get called back in and If I did it would be for a records review annually and most of that is done digitally. Bottom line I don't want to to have to come back in for dumb stuff and strictly want to use the extended time to keep an opportunity available to me.
let me know If I'm expecting too much
V/r
Mike
IRR
Reserves
Posted 2 y ago
Responses: 6
The Army is full of dumb stuff and you're worried about getting recalled for dumb stuff but want to keep your foot in the door in case you need to come back in? That is oxymoron written all over it.
There is always the inherent risk of getting recalled from the IRR. The odds are low, but never 100% not getting called back.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Flip a coin and see where it lands.
There is always the inherent risk of getting recalled from the IRR. The odds are low, but never 100% not getting called back.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Flip a coin and see where it lands.
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MSG (Join to see)
SSG (Join to see) - It's a risk. It's always a risk. Only you can weigh the risks and choose. But, I've never known any IRR folks get called back.
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PO3 Mark Johnson
I remember there was talk of some medical personnel getting called back from IRR during the early days of COVID. When the hospital ships were getting moved around, and cities were building surge facilities in old shopping malls and conference centers. I don't know if anyone actually had to report though.
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SSG (Join to see)
PO3 Mark Johnson - That would make sense in that situation. Guess it just depends on the state of the country and any conflicts going on
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MSgt (Join to see)
SSG (Join to see) - Make sure to keep HRC updated with your current contact information if you decide to continue. It’s a simple task but easy to forget!
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Yes/No. Up/Down. In/Out.,Your choice, do it now and forget your hesitation.
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You realize you’ve already got 6 years toward your 20 possibly 7 if you did the minimum reserve BTA’s while you tried the Reserves. 14-15 more years and you qualify for a Reserve Retirement. At age 60 that’s for the rest of your life. Know any other part time gig that provides that? The network for civilian employment opportunities in the reserves can BA a viable asset too! Think of it as a you pay me now and later opportunity you can finish reserve commitments by 38-39 years of age at at least E-7 for retirement. Apply yourselves and maybe you could make CW-2 or 3. Take a gander at the reserve pay charts for a CWO and your starting to talk decent amounts for a part time income. I’m presently 3 years from starting to collect my reserve retirement pay. Medical is gonna come with it. Unlike my civilian counterparts who have to figure health care plans if the retire before 65 I don’t have that worry…just think about it! Oh and enlisted in the reserves go get a few more MOS while your just an E-6 SSG. Just hope it helps you really think it over…
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SSG (Join to see)
Sir, You make a very good point and trust me I have thought that part over continuously and that is partly why I kind of want to stay. I appreciate it.
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