Active Duty to AGR process and timeline?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:08:48 -0400

I want to start off by saying I don’t know much about the process. I recently was “recommended by the panel” for my AGR application for the board from 4-8 APR 2022. I am currently active duty 36B SSG, my ets is Jan 2024. How does that work exactly IF I am selected for a position. Will they wait until I ETS for me to start (which I assume is the case)? Also I know nobody can really answer this next question but I’m going to ask anyway, when is a estimated time I could here back from HRC ? Thank you for your time helping me in advance.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2022 12:11 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:11:52 -0400

Should I bother HRC with phone calls or just be patient?

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2022 8:04 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 20:04:56 -0400

It’s a much easier process going active to Reserve AGR. The National Guard because of its state mission can be a pain. Especially if you don’t know anyone within the unit.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2022 1:12 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:12:35 -0400

What would normally happen is that after recommendation, your packet will go to HRC. If HRC decides to contract you with AGR, then you would essentially transition to AGR with a 3 year contract. At least, I believe the initial AGR contract is for 3 years. You would more than likely transition into the AGR program with the new contract before your already established ETS date. However, it could be either a few months or several months before you are notified. According to the HRC AGR FAQ:

"7. I was recommended by a panel when will I receive an offer?

Availability of positions is based upon the often fluctuating needs of the AGR Program; therefore, timelines for offer receipt cannot be predicted. Soldiers remain on the recommended list for one year. Soldiers that do not receive an offer within one year of being recommended by the panel must resubmit an application in order to reappear before the panel. Ensure your contact information is updated on all DOD/Army systems."

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Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2022 1:51 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:51:00 -0400

I thought I answered this earlier, but I guess I forgot to hit post....

You aren't eligible to join the AGR this year unless you're indef. If you're indef and your ETS is 2024 as a SSG then you'd be at 18 years and getting ready to retire.

Your ETS is 2024, as MSG Private RallyPoint Member pointed out a recommendation is only good one year. That's pretty standard for acceptance for any thing in the Army. You'll have to apply next year and get accepted.

You can't transition into another component until your ETS, since you're not Indef you can't REFRAD at the date you want. The Regular Army won't release you until then, and anyone who says "Conditional Release" is sending you on a snipe hunt.