What do I have to do after BLC to get promoted?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 10:49:36 -0500

I've been a SPC for almost 2 years in the USAR. I have completed SSD1, have a passing (and current APFT) and am attending BLC most likely in April. I was wondering what I have to do after graduating from BLC. Do I still have to submit a packet to the board, or do I just ensure all of my qualifications are properly uploaded into iPerms. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 11:03 AM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:03:01 -0500

Have you spoken to your NCOs about the requirements and steps to take? They should be your first point of contact on this. I am not aware of the steps for the reserve component as I am active but most of what you said is accurate and the packet is usually for the promotion board. Anyone else from the reserves able to chime in?

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 11:04 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:04:35 -0500

Yes, you still have to submit a packet. Make sure you have all qualifications, certificates, achievements in it. I'd suggest having it ready before WLC, that way you can submit it as soon as you return.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 11:21 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:21:16 -0500

You need to speak to your first line supervisor and grab your next board date for your unit. You will need to submit a packet.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 11:21 AM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:21:41 -0500

Yep, all you need to do is submit the packet but make sure you have a copy in the event it is lost. Follow up, follow up and follow up and you should be good to go. Congratulations and keep moving forward!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 11:28 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:28:18 -0500

Ask your FLL for a quarterly or performance counseling when you return from BLC. This will serve as an azimuth check to see where you stand and how your FLL views you. If he says you are ready for the next board, then yes make sure all of your records are straight and initiate a packet; although with the new STEP program, I have seen SPC get selected without putting a packet in. Either way, make sure you get that counseling so you know where you stand.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 12:14 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 12:14:10 -0500

Ensure your ERB is up to date and that your PPW is correct. Anything that is missing you will need to get fixed. Your career is your responsibility, not your NCO's. Next you will want to stand out amongst your peers and make it known you are ready to be a SGT and not just an E-5. Ask your NCO for an old MOI to study! Everything should fall in to place if you have good leadership. Good luck!

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 12:41 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 12:41:04 -0500

As a reservist you possibly may be automatically be promoted however this isn't a guarantee and putting a packet together will be beneficial not just to get to Sgt. But in future promotions. Your squad leader should have had this discussion with you as soon as he/she found out about you going to BLC.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 12:59 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 12:59:04 -0500

Thank you everyone for the help..I already started my packet so I'm ahead of the game. Once my S1 NCO gets off leave I'll schedule a day and time to meet and discuss this with him. Any added advice would be great. Thanks again.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 1:08 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 13:08:23 -0500

Yea, get a points worksheet and put in everything and se where your at and see what you need, civilian Ed, military Ed(correspondences)and prepare for the board

Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Feb 7 at 2016 2:20 PM

SGT Dave Tracy — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 14:20:26 -0500

Work with your 1st line supervisor(s) to assemble your promotion packet. Prepare to submit copies of any certificates, order for awards, etc. Talk to those who most recently were promoted for their guidance since not only did they get promoted, being that they did so recently, their knowledge of the process is relevant and up-to-date.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 4:05 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 16:05:01 -0500

Wait! Can't be in a rush to receive the greatness! It's a different ball game! I can tell you that hard work doesn't go unnoticed! Just stand fast and wait!

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Feb 7 at 2016 9:05 PM

SGM Mikel Dawson — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 21:05:12 -0500

Promotion packet needs to be submitted. Have you talked to your NCOIC?

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 9:21 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 21:21:35 -0500

I don't know when the next junior board is, but you should have another APFT after school, and maybe a weapons qual soon as well. Still more time to make sone gains in those areas if needed

Response by SFC Kenneth Hunnell made Feb 7 at 2016 9:43 PM

SFC Kenneth Hunnell — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 21:43:44 -0500

Actually you should have.started your E-5 packet when you pinned on your E-4 Firstly find out when next board convenes, submit packet

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2016 10:01 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 22:01:43 -0500

Put a packet together to be presented to the jr board

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 8 at 2016 8:56 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 08 Feb 2016 08:56:53 -0500

Get your 1059 to your SD shop so it can be on your I pernicious which HRC will see

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 8 at 2016 2:44 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 08 Feb 2016 14:44:05 -0500

After you complete everything from all previous comments be looking for SSD II to be registered for you and complete that ASAP. Next step in the process

Response by SGT Jonathon Caldwell made Feb 8 at 2016 9:33 PM

SGT Jonathon Caldwell — Mon, 08 Feb 2016 21:33:56 -0500

Trying to wrap my head around a 42A that works in S1 with 7+ years in don't know the steps for promotion. Sorry but first and foremost have you been counseled on being recommended for promotion? If not that's a fail on your NCO and PSG.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2016 7:49 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 19:49:53 -0500

Passing the promotion board, earning established points, making sure your Board packet processed. Follow up with your S2 and make sure HRC has received it. All this should be communicated through your immediate supervisor up through your respective Chain Of Command.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 26 at 2016 11:41 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 23:41:03 -0400

Please get this "automatic" talk out of here. If you want to become a non-comissioned officer, act like one. Type your packet ( use the same font and type face throughout ). Ensure all of your documents are legible and dress right dress. Ensure your answers match your documents. (for example, if you indicate you have been deployed, there should be a supporting DD214) If you have transcripts, ensure they are true and certified ( not print outs from a web site). And aim for Commandants list at BLC.