What is the best way to find a CBRN TPU position at battalion or brigade?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:23:35 -0400

What is the best way to find a TPU position at battalion or brigade? I've been a Decon Platoon Sergeant for all of my E-6 and E-7 time and really think I need new experiences to progress. Is it just best to contact someone you know in the "S" shops, or is there a formal process? I'm hoping to get picked up in the next senior board so it seems moving as a SFC might b a good move. I'm in the best company, under the best battalion, so staying within the brigade would be the most preferred.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2018 2:51 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:51:34 -0400

It's always worth contacting someone at BN. On My Records on HRC, you can also search for vacancies appropriate for your MOS and rank.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2018 4:08 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 16:08:33 -0400

Wanna switch? I am looking to get some time in chemical unit.

I would seek out connections in the "S" shops. But if you are hoping to get picked up in the next board, perhaps you should consider E8 positions that are likely at the next higher echelon.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2018 6:04 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 21 Apr 2018 06:04:03 -0400

Subscribe to the S-1 Net newsletter and check with the ARCC that supports your current unit. He or she can tell you where all the TPU positions are.

Response by MSG Reid Zohfeld made Apr 21 at 2018 10:39 PM

MSG Reid Zohfeld — Sat, 21 Apr 2018 22:39:17 -0400

Well one thing I can tell you is that you are to comfortable where you are at and need to stretch your wings a bit There are school houses or training commands you can go to. If you make E8 you will only have tunnel vision and will be absolutely no good in any other unit Remember when you hit MSG you main is focused on all troops not just yours Don’t become a desk jockey