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Hey guys, I'm AT3 Mackenzie I'll be transitioning to the Reserves in JUL2016 as I just got CWAY Approved for SELRES. I'm from Plymouth, MA so I will be with you all in Quincy come that time. Anyone have any advice for me? Thanks in advance for the help!
Transition
Navy Reserve
Military Career
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Before you leave Active Duty:
1) ENSURE YOUR DD-214 IS CORRECT WHEN YOU SEPARATE! Read it backwards and forwards. Double check SSN and address. Make sure ALL of your awards are listed. Have a copy sent to your state.
2) Do your homework. I don't know how many units are located at NOSC Quincy, but try to talk to someone from a few different ones. Don't rule out NOSC Newport (depending on the commute). Your Reserve experience will change depending on the unit and the NOSC.
3) Line up a civilian job before you leave Active Duty.
Once you're actually in the Reserves (drilling):
4) Brush up on your admin skills. You are MUCH more responsible for managing your own career in the Reserves than on Active duty. That includes making sure you get your EVALS on time, get your PFA scores entered, get credit for drills performed, etc.
5) Stay off of lists. That usually means get you medical done, get your GMTs done, knock out the PFA on time, etc.
6) Have fun. Yes, you will have some eye-rolling moments in the Reserves--just like you do on Active Duty. But, it's a overall a very rewarding experience.
1) ENSURE YOUR DD-214 IS CORRECT WHEN YOU SEPARATE! Read it backwards and forwards. Double check SSN and address. Make sure ALL of your awards are listed. Have a copy sent to your state.
2) Do your homework. I don't know how many units are located at NOSC Quincy, but try to talk to someone from a few different ones. Don't rule out NOSC Newport (depending on the commute). Your Reserve experience will change depending on the unit and the NOSC.
3) Line up a civilian job before you leave Active Duty.
Once you're actually in the Reserves (drilling):
4) Brush up on your admin skills. You are MUCH more responsible for managing your own career in the Reserves than on Active duty. That includes making sure you get your EVALS on time, get your PFA scores entered, get credit for drills performed, etc.
5) Stay off of lists. That usually means get you medical done, get your GMTs done, knock out the PFA on time, etc.
6) Have fun. Yes, you will have some eye-rolling moments in the Reserves--just like you do on Active Duty. But, it's a overall a very rewarding experience.
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Thank you Sir! Best advice yet! I actually have a transition assistant who's supposed to be helping me out but I haven't really had much luck getting in contact with her. (12 unanswered phone calls haha)
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Don't be afraid to also look at switching to another branch. There might be better opportunity.
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Hmm okay thank you Master Seargent!
Also I have another question about Rally Point actually, the site won't allow me to verify. I've put my SSN and DOB in and it says my info is wrong...does it usually just not work like that? My info is definitely correct haha
Also I have another question about Rally Point actually, the site won't allow me to verify. I've put my SSN and DOB in and it says my info is wrong...does it usually just not work like that? My info is definitely correct haha
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PO3 (Join to see) not sure why that doesn't work. You could try sending a document.
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Service members may send:
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Send in documentation to [login to see]
Any sensitive information on the document you choose to send (such as SSN) may be redacted.
Service members may send:
Military ID (most popular among serving members)
Current set of orders
Most recent LES
Award/certificate dated within 12 months
Veterans may send:
VA ID
Past military ID
DD214
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A past LES or pay stub from your service
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Okay alright actually I'll be graduating from an NEC school on Friday haha I'll just send my certificate
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The reserves try their very best to add a months worth of stress in to 2 days. My advice, find a friend whom you can vent to, cause your arm will be cramping from how often you throw the BS flag.
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