How do I transfer National Guard infantry to Reserve PSYOP, and should I?

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 12:25:14 -0400

I've been in the Guard for 8 years as an infantry officer and I'm ready for a change, PSYOP seems right up my ally. I'm curious who I reach out to in order to make this happen. I've tried getting in contact with the Reserve officer strength manager and the PSYOP recruiter, both have been dead ends.

The other side to this, I just got DA boarded for CPT this year and am set to go to MLOC/MCCC this upcoming year. I am concerned that if I am able to transfer it may delay any promotion to CPT and get me kicked out of the military all together. Would it maybe be better to wait until my mandatory service date is up in two years?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 3 at 2020 5:33 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 17:33:23 -0400

Hey bud I made a recent career change fairly similar to what you're talking about. Mine was easier because I went from medlog NG officer to medevac pilot and through a loophole stayed in the same branch.
However, you have the benefit of going to a selection situation for psyop so here's what I would recommend.
Waiting for your obligation to end and coming back can be your insurance but I wouldnt recommend it because rank and age will play a factor in selection. You are reserve so the transition active shouldn't be too difficult. Your best bet would be to contact a SOF recruiter to discuss your particular situation.
https://www.goarmysof.com/PsyOp/PsyOprecruiting.html

And best of luck

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