How does reclassification work? What are my chances to reclassify into a combat arms MOS?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:56:18 -0400

I’ve seen multiple things on the internet when it comes to reclass. I’m just curious if there is any way around being thrown into a random job or if anyone knows where i could find what jobs are in demand? Also, if i do end up in an unenjoyable job, when would i be able to put in a reclass packet once in MOS Q’d?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2017 2:58 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:58:43 -0400

You will most likely become needs of the Army, I saw people who got to pick their new MOS however I was called and given my job without a choice.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 30 at 2017 2:59 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:59:33 -0400

When you are MOS academic failure, your new MOS is usually based on Needs of the Army. Haven you spoken with your Cadre about this? Have they spoken with you?

Response by SGT Justin Lamb made Oct 30 at 2017 9:00 PM

SGT Justin Lamb — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 21:00:53 -0400

PVT,
There are a lot of things to look at when reclassing. First you have to remember that you have to qul for the MOS your looking into meaning what you scored on the ASVAB. Next you need to look at an IN/OUT report, normally you can find it on the HRC website. This report shows you what MOS’ are over strength meaning even if you qul for the MOS, they won’t accept you for that MOS at that time. You also have to remember if you received a bonus for the MOS you are currently in and you don’t serve enough of your contract as the MOS you got the bonus for... your paying it back. I don’t know your case I’m just going off of your post so bare with me.

I reclassed when I went from reserve to active duty so as long as I scored high enough for the job I got the MOS provided I went and passed the school. I didn’t have to retake the ASVAB or anything since I was happy with my choice. Pass ht/wt blah blah blah pretty much don’t be flagged.

As for reclassing if you don’t like the next job. All the power to you just know there is a RSP program that will be enforced if you don’t make rank. Again, case by case but if active your looking at reclass at the end of your contract. Others as long as there is a slot in your unit for the MOS and you meet requirements