Re-Enlistment as a Prior Service Soldier?

2020-07-13T05:36:08-04:00

As stated before, I was a young soldier who Honorably did my 4-year initial contract and discharged to go to school and travel and see the world. Years later, I fell onto hard times and luckily was able to train and went through so many hoops and loops to return to the US Army. I want to stay in as long as I can this time around, but am hearing rumors and thoughts I do not know much about.

First, If I am to reenlisted, will I be able to get the job I truly wanted, and possibly in the realm of bonuses, or am I stuck as needs of the Army due to my Prior-Service handled.

My BASD/DIEMS date is still my original entry date, and I have heard rumors that if I cannot get this fixed by the time I goto BLC (or received my SGT since it is automatic) I would be barred from reenlisted due to being an SPC for 8+ years (Not accurate, again paperwork).

What can I do to reassure everything works out in a way that I can stay in, be able to take care of my military career and family, and also not be stuck doing something I am not enjoying in a place I was not hoping for?

I am able to answer more specific questions below if needed

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2020 5:38 AM

2020-07-13T05:38:12-04:00

Have you talked to a career counselor?

Response by CW5 Jack Cardwell made Jul 13 at 2020 5:38 AM

2020-07-13T05:38:53-04:00

Talk to a recruiter. You may get your dream job if there are shortages in that MOS.

Response by SFC Ralph E Kelley made Jul 13 at 2020 6:26 AM

2020-07-13T06:26:05-04:00

Adjusted Basic Pay Entry Date will keep you off the exit list but you may have to 'educate' some folks on what that means in your situation. I know a person (not me) that beat a QMP board because as a 1990s SSG with 19 years he was flagged for reenlistment. He did have to get JAG involved since that was the only reason given by the board. He was an excellent soldier.

Response by Sgt Jordan Foster made Jul 13 at 2020 8:57 AM

2020-07-13T08:57:31-04:00

Good luck on your process my brother and keep your head up. Going back in is something that is very tempting! I know this is about how to get back in but you also have all the tools to make it while your out. Keep grinding no matter what you decide or what the outcome is your going to be able to make it with or without the army. Not saying anything bad about the army I just know if I can make it you can to my guy.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2020 1:29 PM

2020-07-13T13:29:46-04:00

Your BASD should be fixed at the MEPS. Your BASD is a calculation of your Active service. If you served 4 years your new BASD will 4 years earlier than the day you swear in. Your DIEMS will stay the same always. No paperwork error will have you as an 8 year E4, when the MEPS does mess up they simply change your BASD to the date you reentered, you’re in no danger of hitting RCP or being barred. You will immediately get barred if you didn’t complete your SSD on your prior enlistment once your BASD is correct.
SGT is not automatic, not sure where you heard that.

Response by SGT David Shanley Jr. made Jul 13 at 2020 8:43 PM

2020-07-13T20:43:59-04:00

So from what I gather, you are wanting to re-enlist and have been out for how long? Who are you hearing rumors from? The jobs that are open will depend on what HRC has available. Get with recruiter and see. If you have not signed anything make sure that when you do its what you think you'll like to do. Also how is receiving SGT automatic? They are allowing you to come back in with (P) status?