Army Reserve looking to go Navy Active Duty

SSG Toryn Green — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 23:33:51 -0400

I have been in the military for a little over 9 years. I have been searching for an avenue to go Active Duty for quite awhile now with no avail. I have broadened my search and am considering Navy Active Duty. I am currently an E-5 88N with high ASVAB scores. Can some of you Navy folks chime in with what my MOS would convert to and how difficult it would be to get on Active Duty with Prior Service?

Response by SCPO Joshua I made Aug 26 at 2015 11:34 PM

SCPO Joshua I — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 23:34:30 -0400

What's 88N?

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2015 7:54 AM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 07:54:17 -0400

One of my friends went and talked to a Navy recruter and they told him SK (Store Keeper) aka supply.

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Aug 27 at 2015 8:09 AM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 08:09:55 -0400

In your case Rate of what we used to call Storekeeper would probably be the only one remotely close but more important would be your assignment. Getting into MSC Military Sealift Command would be the placement of you with your previous skills. Oversee Vessels carrying Shitloads of Trucks, Tanks and Humvees. Maybe assigned forward deployed to Diego Garcia where there is a bunch of those MSC Ships waiting to deliver their goods to the next war.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2015 9:45 AM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 09:45:06 -0400

Another option, depending on what your goals are, could be merchant maritime. I looked into it when I left AD, and I'll admit there is an up-front investment in certifications, etc. However, the pay is astronomically better, as are the professional opportunities commensurate with your experience.

Response by LCDR Rabbah Rona Matlow made Aug 27 at 2015 10:45 AM

LCDR Rabbah Rona Matlow — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 10:45:26 -0400

It's important to remember that we Navy types don't know from MOS's so you always need to use plain language...

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2015 10:59 AM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 10:59:24 -0400

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

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.

Response by PO1 Russell Henson made Aug 27 at 2015 2:50 PM

PO1 Russell Henson — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 14:50:28 -0400

What is an 88N?

Response by PFC Tuan Trang made Aug 30 at 2015 6:28 AM

PFC Tuan Trang — Sun, 30 Aug 2015 06:28:07 -0400

If you’re considering a transition from your Army Reserve unit to Active Duty status, contact your local recruiter. He or she will be able to determine if you are eligible to transfer, and will assist you in the process.

Pick up a DD Form 368 Conditional Release from your Army Reserve unit. Your recruiter can help you fill out the form. The first general level Officer in your chain of command must sign off on this form. Note that you are not guaranteed release and approval may take several months