What is the process from Army Reserve to reclass to Active Duty?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 21:48:12 -0500

I have been a 88M in the Army Reserve for 3 years now. I love what I do but my career field is in law enforcement and I wanted to reclass to 31B (MP) on Active Duty. What is the process of reclassing to 31b and going Active Duty?

On another question, what is the second/AIT half of OSUT be like for reclass soldiers?

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 15 at 2022 11:34 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 23:34:21 -0500

Conditional release and AD opening in the MOS/grade. Release hard to come by if your current unit is under strength. Don’t let anyone tell you No without asking to see them in person to plead your case. Good luck

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 16 at 2022 9:41 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:41:05 -0500

DD Form 368 (Request for Conditional Release) completed through item 4 provided to S1 to route through chain of command to first general officer. If/when approved, take the DA 368 to the (active duty) recruiter. Once a active duty contract has been signed, provide a copy to your S1 to request reserve discharge orders.
In addition to the DA638, the packet requires: DA4187, justification memo by you, exit counseling from retention and commander.
This can be a lengthy process.
Read the Chief of Army Reserve Policy #20-01: Army Reserve Conditional Release
Policy

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 17 at 2022 3:15 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 03:15:07 -0500

Everything that MAJ Private RallyPoint Member told you is correct, that is the current guidance for USAR. Everything 1SG Private RallyPoint Member told you is incorrect and the definition of bad advice.

The approval authority for a conditional release in any service is the first General Officer in your chain of command. In the USAR that's the Commanding General. A few years ago they produced a policy that says they expect all Soldiers to honor their commitment to the USAR unless dire financial circumstances prevent the Soldier from doing so. That means that unless you meet this requirement your Commander is not supposed to endorse your conditional release. If you think you're going to "demand an audience" or "don't take no for an answer" to the General, you will be disappointed.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 17 at 2022 9:51 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 21:51:02 -0500

Have you considered ADOS or volunteering for a mobilization?