Transferring from drilling guardsman to IRR with time left on contract?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 14:34:23 -0400

Who would a POC to transfer from drilling guardsman to IRR in the Louisiana National Guard and is it even possible? I have 3 years TIS and 3 years left on contract. I just started a federal civilian job and have been told by other reservist coworkers that it is a good thing to look into so that I can focus on my career progression/probationary requirements for my new federal job.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 1 at 2020 2:39 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 14:39:23 -0400

You would talk with your Command and Retention NCO for this. However, be advised that if you are a first termer....the IRR is only for the 2 years portion of your 6x2. You may have to come back to finish up the active time when IRR time is done. Again, speak with your Retention NCO for clarification.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Jul 1 at 2020 3:40 PM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:40:33 -0400

I'm a current federal employee and can say that there are plenty of Reservists and Guard Members on the job. If you want to pursue this make sure you do it for you and what you want instead of what some rando told you. Sounds like you need to talk to your Leadership and retention NCO to review your options.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 1 at 2020 4:37 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 16:37:57 -0400

You’ll need to talk to your readiness NCO and your Unit Retention NCO! What unit are you in if you don’t mind me asking?