What is the likelihood of being selected for Reserve AGR and obtaining a slot in Texas?

2019-02-06T22:10:15-05:00

I am currently a 42A Specialist with BLC completed and F5 qualifier (Postal). I returned from deployment three months ago, and I have submitted an AGR packet for the upcoming board in March. I understand slots are given by the needs of the Army and I will most definitely take what is offered (if offered) due to the chances of receiving an offer is rare. I want to get a picture of how likely is it for a 42A at my rank to be offered a slot in Reserve AGR and what are my chances at being placed in Texas. I know Texas might be a highly requested place, possibly.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 9 at 2019 2:05 AM

2019-02-09T02:05:54-05:00

You have a good shot, Texas is big but it might not be where you want it in Texas.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2019 2:42 AM

2019-02-15T02:42:54-05:00

I'm a 42A AGR I'll tell you upfront "based on the needs of the Army." Getting Texas is rather hard especially if you are home sick and want to get stationed closer to home (wherever that is.) And yes, it's a highly requested state. Last I checked the commanding general, who visited us AGRs and yes she's also a 42B CMF officer, said that AG is over-strengthened. They're looking for AGR recruiters as that is a most needed #1 priority. They're trying to down size 42A AGR or are not focusing on recruiting 42A AGR due to its over-strength numbers. However, if you're one of the lucky few to actually get chosen it's highly unlikely you'll get your station/state of choice. I just got lucky to get mines because they're in dire need at the time. Furthermore, if you are lucky to get chosen you will get stationed somewhere you won't want to be especially since you're a first term AGR; they pick/offer you where it's most needed at the time they offer it to you. If you don't want what's offered you'll get passed over to the next qualified candidate. It's highly selective who they pick. It's even more difficult to get your station of choice especially as a first term AGR. If you were an E5 or above I'd recommend you submit your recruiter packet instead. You have a higher chance of getting selected. The truth is harsh on the ears but I speak on my experience.