How do you Become a 38G CA Functional Specialist?

BG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 13:48:33 -0500

If you are not aware, there is a new specialty branch being formed in Civil Affairs called 38G Functional Specialist. These MTOE slots will be reserved for those of us with civilian education and experience to perform professional skills in a combat zone. Boards are being held quarterly on 17 Feb, 18 May, and 17 Aug of FY16. Details are in MILPER message 15-403. What are your questions?

Response by CPT Pedro Meza made Jan 26 at 2016 2:34 PM

CPT Pedro Meza — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 14:34:15 -0500

Sir, Thank you where can I get more information on the 38G, I am now medically retired but know of individuals with the educations and experience that are thinking about joining; there are a few here that I have advice to look into CA.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 3:22 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 15:22:28 -0500

Sir I'm a 38A will this new branch include those that are already CA. I'm a current educator with a Ph.D.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2016 8:32 AM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 08:32:27 -0500

Sir, I'm interested in possibly pursuing 38G (public health/public safety). I do not have access to MILPER 150-403 as I'm currently in civilian status. May I ask your assistance in obtaining more information?

Response by LTC Charles Gregory made Jan 27 at 2016 10:40 AM

LTC Charles Gregory — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 10:40:52 -0500

Just glad to see some movement on this initiative.

Response by CPT Jim McClellan made Feb 16 at 2016 9:46 AM

CPT Jim McClellan — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 09:46:01 -0500

Like SSG Pasquale below, I am unable to access the MILPER message. Could you provide the information to me as well?

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 11:16 AM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:16:36 -0500

Thank you sir for starting this discussion on 38G. I am also happy to field questions and/or provide information on the 38G program.
Doug Hurst
Colonel, Civil Affairs
The Institute for Military Support to Governance
U.S. Army JFK Special Warfare Center and School
Building 1-4865, Knox Street
Fort Bragg, North Carolina 28310
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Response by SSG Carlos Madden made Feb 16 at 2016 1:21 PM

SSG Carlos Madden — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 13:21:53 -0500

Is anyone going to the board tomorrow, 17 Feb? I'm curious how it goes.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2016 9:19 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 21:19:13 -0500

If I am a 38A with a Public Safety ASI will I convert to a 38G? Thanks sir.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 6 at 2016 9:48 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 21:48:39 -0400

Sir,

What is the distinction between 38A and 38G (officer).
I understand they follow 2 different paths.
As far as deployments, are there any preferences or restrictions for one or the other??

I currently have a finance background.

Thank you,

Bob Olness

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 7 at 2016 2:43 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 14:43:11 -0400

Sir, I'm a 38A and took a bonus recently, will I have to lose the bonus to make the switch to 38G? I am interested in public education. I already have the ASI, Ph.D. In education and I'm an assistant principal at a high school.

Response by Shawn Moore made Jun 5 at 2016 7:21 PM

Shawn Moore — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 19:21:00 -0400

Are they still considering opening this up to civilians? I have the civilian experience, am not currently military, but looking to join for this specific role.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 4 at 2016 4:21 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 04 Sep 2016 16:21:31 -0400

I was looking into this and I'm closest to two 38G AOCs-6E: Civilian Supply Officer and 6H: Public Safety Officer can I put in for both in one board? How would I do that- two packets?

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 12 at 2017 12:41 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:41:31 -0400

Sir, any information on when the public health skill identifier will be approved for 38G? My 38G packet is ready for submission but I feel I should wait until that skill identifier gets approved. Your thoughts and advice is appreciated. CPT P

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 16 at 2017 2:28 PM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 14:28:33 -0400

Sir, has there been any movement on 38G opportunities for enlisted to apply?

Response by M. Hoffman made May 3 at 2017 6:31 PM

M. Hoffman — Wed, 03 May 2017 18:31:49 -0400

Is there still a discussion of opening this up to civilians as a direct commission? I would be very interested in Cultural Heritage Preservation. I have a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science in Anthropology, and will hopefully begin working on my PhD in 2018. I also have a background working as a historic researcher at a university, and I have federal law enforcement training (National Park Service).

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 10 at 2017 7:10 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 19:10:49 -0400

Would a J.D. qualify one for the government and administration position?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 14 at 2018 4:43 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:43:40 -0400

Sir, Very interested in obtaining the 38G ASI. Now a LTC, I completed CAOAC in 1999, have deployed with CA to OEF-AF and have a UT Austin MBA with 10+ years experience in economics as well as significant experience in transportation management. Do you what the dates for the next board might be? Grateful for any information and POCs. Thank you sir. v/r William Kruft

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 22 at 2019 2:20 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:20:09 -0400

Will Officers selected need to attend SOF CCC and go through the CA pathway at Bragg? Or are they fully branch qualified once selected?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 11 at 2020 1:15 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 13:15:27 -0400

I am very interested in the 38G 6D MOS for I have an extensive background in public education (14yrs). Also can someone please share some insight about a DA or WOC for this same MOS. Finally is there a current POC for the above mentioned MOS? Thank you