USASOC! Any tips on the application process?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:39:34 -0500

Looking forward to being part of something a bit different. I am considering dropping an application for USASOC before my tour ends in two years. Any advise would be appreciated. Links, other resources, etc. If you feel more comfortable messaging me, then feel free. Keep it unclassified!! Thanks leaders and teammates.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2016 5:22 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 17:22:19 -0500

Hey man. Find me on global under global address list. Shoot me an email. I'm the s1 at 1/10 on panzer. I'll get you squared away. Been in usasoc for almost 8 years.

Response by CW2 Louis Melendez made Jan 20 at 2016 6:20 PM

CW2 Louis Melendez — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 18:20:16 -0500

That's the best decision you can make for career progression. You won't regret...

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Jan 20 at 2016 6:41 PM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 18:41:29 -0500

You need to do a two prong approach: 1) contact your Branch Manager at HRC and 2) the USASOC Strenght Manager. You need to understand that the 1st one will attempt to assign you to wherever your skill level is required based on the manning cycle's requirements for that particular time frame. Therefore your need to check with USASOC G1 (or subordinate unit). On a note, most of the time HRC will win over a by name request, so be advised and prepared. Good luck!

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jan 20 at 2016 10:08 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 22:08:35 -0500

For some units its depends how much of a stud you are and what strengths and uniqueness you bring to the table.

Response by CSM Michael Chavaree made Jan 21 at 2016 8:12 AM

CSM Michael Chavaree — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 08:12:06 -0500

What are you trying to do? Support or... Not support?