What is the process of switching from AD to NG? How long does it take and how soon do I need to start the process?

2021-03-28T02:23:10-04:00

Yes, I’m aware I am only a 2LT and have only been in a for a few months now, but my plan is to do my 4 years AD then switch to NG. I’ve been lucky enough to receive a few good civilian job opportunities, but I still want to serve.

I’m currently stationed at JBLM, WA and I want to join a Guard unit in my home state Texas. Figured I’d reach out on here to see what this transitioning process entails.

1) Who do I need to get in contact with on base to start the process?
2) How soon before the 4 years do I need to start the process?
3) How long does the process take?
4) Can I switch to NG before going to CCC?

Thanks!

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2021 3:04 AM

2021-03-28T03:04:22-04:00

As an officer you typically need to talk with an officer strength/accession manager for the state you are looking at. While a national guard recruiter can help point you in the right direction, joining the reserves or guard is usually covered in one of many briefings you will receive when outprocessing from active duty. As for switching before CCC, I don't see why not, that really has nothing to do with it. However if I were you I would try to get every school I can while still active.

Response by MAJ Byron Oyler made Mar 28 at 2021 3:12 AM

2021-03-28T03:12:34-04:00

You really do not need to concern with this until a year out. You probably could contact a recruiter in Texas now to get an idea of units and positions but really I would not bother this far out. I highly recommend you complete CCC before transitioning. It will likely be longer on the AD side but generally our AD schools are longer and better prepare SM for leadership and admin roles.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2021 3:38 AM

2021-03-28T03:38:18-04:00

You will be able to switch once you complete your ADSO. I don't know what specific ADSO you have from your commissioning program, but that's usually your ADSO unless you've recently PCSed, used TA as an officer, or undergone some type of course.

As an officer, your ETS is whatever you request it to be. You will submit a REFRAD packet with your requested ETS, after your ADSO end date, and separate at that time.

Once you're within six months of the end of your ADSO you will contact the Silver Siege recruiter. On JBLM they are in Waller Hall with the Reserve Component Career Counselor team. If you walk in the front door an veer left, they are back there by transition section.

Response by CW5 Jack Gaudet made Mar 28 at 2021 11:11 AM

2021-03-28T11:11:11-04:00

1. Perform your job to the best of your abilities while you are AD, and while you plan to leave in four years, commands may not want to vest in you knowing you will be leaving AD.
2. Find out what types of units are in the state, not all states have the the same missions.
3. About six months out, visit the unit(s), it may not be what you had envisioned leaving AD for.
4. Have a second plan, you may stay, it’s usually the ten year mark SMs have trouble with.

Response by 1SG Leroy Lucero made May 1 at 2021 10:37 PM

2021-05-01T22:37:34-04:00

Ets and see your reserve or NG recruiter.