What are some typical duty stations and assignments for a 70B?

2018-10-12T09:47:50-04:00

I was recently selected to direct commission and was told to start thinking about where I wanted to PCS. I want to know where are some typical duty locations and assignments for a 70B so I can realistically build my wish list.

Response by LTC Peter Hartman made Oct 12 at 2018 10:18 AM

2018-10-12T10:18:06-04:00

Do you want CONUS or OCONUS? I picked Bragg, but only do that if you want to get airborne qualified. Legs are not treated the best there. Europe would be nice.

Response by MAJ Rene De La Rosa made Oct 12 at 2018 1:11 PM

2018-10-12T13:11:03-04:00

South Korea is one where you will gain experience. Fort Hood, JBLM, and Fort Campbell will give you the tactical side of the house. The smaller forts need your MOS as well.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 12 at 2018 5:13 PM

2018-10-12T17:13:20-04:00

Europe.

Response by LTC James McElreath made Oct 12 at 2018 6:53 PM

2018-10-12T18:53:43-04:00

If this is you AOC (70B) there is no place that the army is located that you cant go! As PAD officer you can be assigned anyplace.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 13 at 2018 12:25 PM

2018-10-13T12:25:29-04:00

I too was a DAP for 70B, several years ago. I recommend looking at locations with Medical Brigades, Combat Support Hospital/Field Hospitals, and Military Treatment Facilities. You should seek a Platoon Leader Position first, then you can either continue as an XO or take a Staff assignment. Examples are Patient Admin, Brigade Medical Supply Officer, Medical Operations Officer, Deputy S-6 for a CSH (Or Information Management Division in an MTF). You should really start exploring the AOCs now so you can link assignments with what you would like to do once the designation process starts at 6-8 years of Commissioned Service. I’m a 70K and wish that someone (mentor in the MSC) would have spoken to me about all the developmental assignments I could have looked into before designating. Are you going Active Duty? I thought those slots were gone and only USAR was available. Lastly, education plays a huge role in what you will designate as. MBA, MHA, MSIT, MS in planning and operations. Let me know if you have any more questions, I’m happy to assist.