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I just had my physical done at MEPS. I was there for the physical only, so did not swear in or sign a contract.
I have decided to change from Army Active Duty to Army Reserves, due to some complications in my family.
I'm planning on informing my recruiter today, but want to understand what this means.
Does it go to a different recruiter for reserves, or can he assist also?
He has helped me a lot, and I don't want to be that guy.
Would I then just inform the MEPS career counselor when I go to pick my MOS and sign the contract that I'm opting for Reserves instead?
Does he then look up vacancies based on my state?
I have decided to change from Army Active Duty to Army Reserves, due to some complications in my family.
I'm planning on informing my recruiter today, but want to understand what this means.
Does it go to a different recruiter for reserves, or can he assist also?
He has helped me a lot, and I don't want to be that guy.
Would I then just inform the MEPS career counselor when I go to pick my MOS and sign the contract that I'm opting for Reserves instead?
Does he then look up vacancies based on my state?
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You will likely have to go back to a recruiter that specializes in the reserve component and do the whole process over again. You can't just be given an MOS at MEPS. The specific reserve units in your area have specific MOS slots assigned to them based on their mission. The reserve recruiter tracks these as part of his manpower management function. He will know what your options are based on your qualifications and miltary needs.
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SFC,
This is actually not accurate. As recruiters, we deal with both active duty and reserves. People cause headaches this way, but they have changed their mind on the floor as well. It is not recommended, but the young man can simply tell his recruiter that he wants to switch and its almost as easy as a click of the button. He does not have to do the entire process over again.
This is actually not accurate. As recruiters, we deal with both active duty and reserves. People cause headaches this way, but they have changed their mind on the floor as well. It is not recommended, but the young man can simply tell his recruiter that he wants to switch and its almost as easy as a click of the button. He does not have to do the entire process over again.
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SSG Clint Underhill thanks for the correction. I was positive that you guys had separate missions. Good to know
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SFC,
Seperate missions yes, but they both feed into the overal usarec mission. 1SG (Join to see)
Seperate missions yes, but they both feed into the overal usarec mission. 1SG (Join to see)
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Young man, I do not mean to come off as harsh, but go talk to your recruiter. I am currently on recruiting duty and we deal with both reserves and active duty. The information you have gotten so far is false. You do not have to switch recruiters or start the entire process over again. Your recruiter is working with you whether it be active or reserves. You would only have to switch recruiters if you were wanting to join the Army National Guard. Please, just call your recruiter and inform him of your decision. Its actually quite easy to just change your mind. You will literally not have to do anything else yourself.
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How will staying home improve your family complications. If you go Army Reserve and your unit gets called up, you still get to go. Are you sure you want in the military?
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