Can active guard or reserve return to their previous jobs after retirement?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 23:03:16 -0400

To make it clear, can National Guard or Reserve personnel leave a full time job, go Active Guard/Reserve, WITHOUT being activated for theater operations, remain in active status for 20+ years, retire and resume their previous job?

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 19 at 2016 11:27 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 23:27:50 -0400

No USERRA protection expires after 5 years. http://www.military.com/benefits/military-legal-matters/userra/userra-frequently-asked-questions.html

USERRA Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a list of FAQs about the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 20 at 2016 12:43 PM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 12:43:19 -0400

Only if the job is still vacant and you qualify for it. Because you were in the military, nope!!!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 20 at 2016 8:21 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 20:21:19 -0400

No.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 21 at 2016 1:06 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 21 Aug 2016 13:06:43 -0400

You were gone for over 5 years I don't think USERRA applies here but I would ask them to find out.