Could someone provide a little guidance on transferring to the 304th CA BDE? (POC would be great)

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Jul 2014 14:48:50 -0400

Just finished my tenure as a Company Commander and I am looking to transfer from Transportation to Civil Affairs. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Respectfully,

CPT. Michael Willoughby

Response by LTC Yinon Weiss made Jul 11 at 2014 11:20 PM

LTC Yinon Weiss — Fri, 11 Jul 2014 23:20:04 -0400

We have 65 RP members from the 304th CA BDE. You just have to search for the unit in the top right search bar. I'm also going to tag some of the members of that unit here, so they know you are looking for assistance:

https://www.rallypoint.com/units/304th-ca-bde-304th-civil-affairs-brigade-bristol-pa/current

304th Civil Affairs Brigade (304th CA BDE), 353rd Civil Affairs Command members stationed in...

Find 304th Civil Affairs Brigade (304th CA BDE) members on RallyPoint.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 12 at 2014 3:54 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 03:54:34 -0400

CPT Willoughby,

Looks like you're at the right stage in your career to investigate a career move into Civil Affairs. I'll send you a private message with some contact details that should be able to help you out.

The process for consideration is pretty straight forward. You'll submit the standard OERs and APFT results, along with a recommendation from your current O-5+. Be prepared to submit a civilian resume and academic transcripts. Much of Reserve CA requires training/knowledge/experience outside of the military to be truly successful, and any leadership, emergency services, project management, and/or government experience is especially helpful to a CA officer.

A number of battalions in the 304th have openings right now, and we are still deploying if you're interested in that (our focus is Africa). Before you can be qualified as a CA officer and be granted the branch, you'll need to complete CCC, then complete CAQC, the Civil Affairs Qualification Course at Fort Bragg. CAQC is no joke, it's a joint training environment with your active duty counterparts, and it's very physically and mentally challenging. You can drill with a unit prior to qualification, but be prepared to be asked to move quickly through the training process.

Good luck!

Response by MSG Tyler Youngs made Jul 12 at 2014 11:45 AM

MSG Tyler Youngs — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 11:45:19 -0400

Sir,
Contact me tyler.l.youngs.mil I will get you forwarded to who you need to speak to.

MSG Youngs

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 23 at 2014 11:35 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Sep 2014 11:35:04 -0400

Contact Marvin Tador, he did this program. Message me if you don't have his info anymore.

Response by BG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 26 at 2015 1:16 PM

BG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 13:16:36 -0400

CPT Willoughby,

The 304th is one of my brigades. Did you get in or do you need help?

BG Goddard

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 26 at 2015 1:41 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 13:41:54 -0400

That's great info, the thought crossed my mind.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2019 2:00 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 21 Apr 2019 14:00:40 -0400

Go to a BN and be a CAT (Civil Affairs Team) Leader first. It will be your best experience.