How do I check with a unit for slots ?

2019-11-11T21:28:29-05:00

Is it possible to call a certain unit and check if they have slots available for my MOS and Rank ? If so how could i go about doing that? And if there is, could it be possible to reserve a slot even before the Army gives me a duty station ?

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2019 9:48 PM

2019-11-11T21:48:07-05:00

I highly recommend you get with your NCOIC and/or NCOs within your S1 section for this one. They will be more interactive than anyone here on social media and these questions can provide the basis for an excellent professional development session.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2019 10:04 PM

2019-11-11T22:04:38-05:00

Another person you can check with is your retention NCO. They can look in EDAS to see what’s out there for your current rank and MOS.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2019 10:52 PM

2019-11-11T22:52:27-05:00

That's not how that works, and the other responses provided only apply to once you have arrived at your first unit.
Branch managers decide follow on assignments from training. You can call the Infantry Branch assignment manager and they may offer you a choice of several duty stations, but it will be at the needs of the Army. The Infantry branch manager contact info is on HRC website.