How likely would it be for me to get stationed at Ft. Richardson?

2LT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 21:36:10 -0400

I am currently in training and have the opportunity to request my duty station (I realize picking my top duty station doesn't mean I'll get it). I am wanting to get Ft. Richardson Alaska, is it likey I can get it or is it one of the harder stations to get?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 18 at 2020 1:10 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:10:38 -0400

It’s going to be hard getting it, however, picking it as one of your top locations gives you a 50/50 chance of you getting it.

Response by CPL Michael Peck made Jun 18 at 2020 10:36 AM

CPL Michael Peck — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 10:36:38 -0400

Make sure you are Airborne qualified and that also will help your chances.

Response by MAJ Jim Woods made Jun 18 at 2020 12:02 PM

MAJ Jim Woods — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 12:02:43 -0400

Must be Airborne.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 18 at 2020 2:21 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 14:21:28 -0400

First-as an officer it’s a tough cut and mostly luck for an assignment to Fort R.

How can you make it possible...

Max your APFT
Score High on your Class OML
Earn a slot and graduate from Airborne School (no ABN-no Richardson)
Earn and graduate Ranger School-not a written rule but a cultural one-they want tabbed LTs
Request and graduate IMLC (whatever Mortar Leaders Course is called now)
Talk with the Infantry LNO at Benning and see what is in the realm of the possible.
Put it #1 on your sheet

After that, it’s still a bit of luck, timing and a whole lot of praying Brother.

Keep asking and working on it, never give up, accept what you get and grow where your planted. You’re 2-6 choices should also be as scrutinized so you’re set up for success.

Lead the Way...