Does anyone know if I can get a special duty assignment out of MEPS?

SSG Toryn Green — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 10:10:00 -0400

I will be going to MEPS next week to get back into Active Duty. I ETS'd last June from USAR as an 88N. Does anyone know if I have the option of requesting a duty assignment such as AIT Schoolhouse Instructor, Recruiter, or Drill Sergeant at MEPS?

Response by SFC J Fullerton made Aug 17 at 2017 1:15 PM

SFC J Fullerton — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 13:15:10 -0400

No, not possible, If you were a prior recruiter and hold MOS 79R as your primary MOS, that would be the only way. Otherwise, all of those assignments including detailed recruiter require you to submit an application with commander's endorsements to go through the selection process. You have to be first in the Army assigned to a unit to do that.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 17 at 2017 8:42 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 20:42:39 -0400

No, it s not possible.

Especially as a SSG, your options will be incredibly limited- and needs of the Army at that, you'll be lucky if you even get a choice of MOS.