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I've been attempting for a few years now to volunteer for DSC. I've contacted the DS branch who in turns, contacts my branch, who then does not grant my request. Anyone out there have any other ideas? I got some other schools coming up in the next few months, so I would have to wait anyways, but just trying to get a jump things. Thanks
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Posted 12 y ago
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Here is how it used to work SSG Boca. DS Branch is responsible to fill "X amount" of slots. Those slots are divided amongst the other Branches to fill. Some Branches do not receive a DS mission and therefore rarely entertain a volunteer packet. Another course of action for you to try would be to talk to your 1SG and CSM. Maybe a call from your CoC to your PDNCO may help. You may also try your Career Counselor. Good luck.
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MSG,
Both good avenues of approach I have yet to explore. It's funny you mention some branches not receiving the DS mission; I was trying to remember of any fellow mechanics I've met along the way with DS experience and it was getting to be a bit difficult. I will however try both approaches, thanks for your response.
Both good avenues of approach I have yet to explore. It's funny you mention some branches not receiving the DS mission; I was trying to remember of any fellow mechanics I've met along the way with DS experience and it was getting to be a bit difficult. I will however try both approaches, thanks for your response.
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CSM Mike Maynard
SSG Boca - I have a recent gain - SFC 91X4O that just came off Drill Status, so YES, there are slots for mechanics
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LTC Jason Bartlett
When I was a Drill Sergeant we had a SFC Career Counselor who had a DSB come through because he had to reclassify into the Infantry. Was his bad luck to show up week 1 of a 14 week cycle, we used him as a demonstrator for most events. Was always awkward having him go to parade rest for a SSG, he was pretty squared away and set the example for the trainees during all training events.
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Recently the mission of DS and Recruiter branch to fill slots has changed from DA select to slots being allocated by MOS to Corps and Divisions offering the opportunity for more volunteers that are qualified to fill slots to step forward and fill requirements. Contact your 1SG and see if this is the case for your installation, of course all I did was pick up the phone and call my branch manager and two days later I had orders for DS School.
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1SG,
I'm definitely going to try and go through my CoC, but I'm also going to continue my branch as well, maybe if they see I continue to request it, they'll just give me the darn thing.
I'm definitely going to try and go through my CoC, but I'm also going to continue my branch as well, maybe if they see I continue to request it, they'll just give me the darn thing.
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Have you updated your ASK yet I have heard several people get DS after they update their ASK.
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SSG (Join to see)
Yea, I've had the option selected for years, I feel as I'm running out of options.
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Just took a look at your profile, things that may hinder you.
- Working out of your MOS
- You do not have three years TOS
- You just pinned SSG
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SSG (Join to see)
Sir,
Perhaps a better choice would be to finish my time here at Stewart; for another year or two, then requesting it. Thoughts?
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CW2 (Join to see)
Plead with your CoC to get you a TOE slot for our MOS. Granted supply will have a bigger impact on your career later on as a hand receipt holder, but having your time as a supply sergeant and heading back to maintenance will help you square them away on top of being the go-to for whoever would replace you in supply. Doing so would also open up other opportunities for you besides DS and could very well lead to that path. Focus on Corps-related jobs, getting some Motor Sergeant/Platoon Sergeant time in for your NCOER could show the DS Branch you can handle the position and subsequently accept your packet.
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LTC Jason Bartlett
I would suggest you get back to your MOS ( unless you have a specific reason why you can't). Get rated time as a SSG within your MOS. Get the required TOS and reapply and submit DS packet.
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