How does the Army PCS process work? What do I need to do and what needs to happen before my re-assignment?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 May 2021 23:40:21 -0400

I go to FT Drum this year but do not know how the process works. I am still a few months out from my report date, but I wondered if anyone could give me a play-by-play of what I need to do and what needs to happen before my re-assignment. Where should I start?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2021 12:11 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:11:08 -0400

SPC Private RallyPoint Member Check with your 1st Sgt.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2021 12:21 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:21:41 -0400

The play by play is your PCS Levy brief. If you haven't received it yet, it's online at your post reassignment section

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2021 6:58 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:58:05 -0400

If the unit/installation you're in is squared away, you should receive an email anywhere from 60-150 days out stating what steps need taken for you to receive orders and how to out process. Pre-COVID there was an in person briefing that was mandatory called the Levy Brief. This brief gives you all the information you should need on how to out process and move on to your next duty station. Figure out how to find this brief at your current location and all the questions you have should be answered.

Also FWIW, ensure your government travel card is up to date and valid so you won't be hit blind sided by moving you/your family across the country.

Good luck

Response by SGT Lenise Hamilton made Jun 1 at 2021 11:56 PM

SGT Lenise Hamilton — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:56:50 -0400

Cold as hell! Good luck at Ft. Drum SPC Christopher :-).

Response by SGT Justin Brothen made Jun 1 at 2021 11:58 PM

SGT Justin Brothen — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:58:40 -0400

As everyone else has stated, you will be told lol. Also you have your Sl, PSG, so forth who if your not sure about something. Are be a go to, they more then likely have and know the process.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Jun 3 at 2021 4:01 PM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:01:21 -0400

Go to your levy brief and lean into the existing process. When in doubt speak to your team leader, Plt Sgt, etc etc.