Posted on Nov 17, 2019
What’s an appropriate thank you gift for my AMEDD recruiter?
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I worked with a fantastic AMEDD recruiter throughout my board and commissioning process. (Still working with them as I wait for HRC) I would like to show my appreciation for all their hard work through this process. I don’t feel a thank you note would suffice, however I do not know the etiquette for this. Thanks!
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I don't know how it goes in the officer world, but on the enlisted side the norm is a six pack of their favorite beer if they did you a solid, or a bottle of their favorite whiskey if they really went above and beyond.
That being said, you should really wait until the process is complete in order to avoid placing him in any unethical positions. It could be perceived that you are trying to bribe him/ curry favor, or that he is coercing you. Anything that could be perceived as transactional should be avoided until the process is completed.
That being said, you should really wait until the process is complete in order to avoid placing him in any unethical positions. It could be perceived that you are trying to bribe him/ curry favor, or that he is coercing you. Anything that could be perceived as transactional should be avoided until the process is completed.
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SFC Robert Walton
Maybe you should send a letter of appreciation through the Chain of Command. That person is doing what they are supposed to but it is nice to see that noted in writing through the Chain of Command.
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Recruiter here. Just being easy to work with, I.e. providing needed documents etc is thanks enough. I personally would not accept a gift because of how it may be perceived by others
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I understand your feelings, but a personal note of thanks will be appreciated and will never be subject to suspicions or investigations of undue influence. I know, seems foolish and is, but the genteel tradition of tokens of appreciation is now akin to bribery.
Welcome to one of the world's adventures!
Welcome to one of the world's adventures!
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LTC Jason Mackay I appreciate the information so much. I’ll be going to DCC at Ft. Sill then BOLC in San Antonio. I’m trying to be a sponge and soak up as much information as I can. Thanks again!
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LTC Jason Mackay
CPT (Join to see) - so this is a thing, first time seeing it. Perhaps of use to you. https://www.amazon.com/Army-Medical-Officers-Guide-Peter/dp/ [login to see] /ref=pd_sbs_14_img_1/ [login to see] -1348355?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i= [login to see] &pd_rd_r=28b1038e-5ac1-49ce-9b77-31d07c5302c4&pd_rd_w=Qbag6&pd_rd_wg=w8SGn&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=7MWC2D4FF0CF0FTQ85YK&psc=1&refRID=7MWC2D4FF0CF0FTQ85YK
Amazon.com: Army Medical Officer's Guide (0011557011845): Peter N. Fish: Books
Amazon.com: Army Medical Officer's Guide (0011557011845): Peter N. Fish: Books
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CPT (Join to see) Welcome to the officer corps. You will need to understand ethics rules for gift giving and gift acceptance. This should be something you get in your initial entry training. Given the link below, I would think a small gift between 20 and 50 dollars could be ok. What muddies these waters is the recruiter is still working on your packet and your commission. Recommend a note and a sincere extension of a lunch invitation as a thank you as that would be acceptable and non-reoccurring.
https://www.army.mil/article/34509/gifts_ethical_rules_for_dod_employees
https://www.army.mil/article/34509/gifts_ethical_rules_for_dod_employees
Gifts: Ethical rules for DoD employees
USAG RED CLOUD, Republic of Korea - At some point during a career, someone may have received an unsolicited gift from a person who was unrelated to them and who gave them the gift solely because of their status as a military or civilian employee of t...
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Thank you so much for this information! I’ve been trying to read all the regulations I can and could not find this. I definitely do not want to put anyone in a bad situation over a gift.
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LTC Jason Mackay
CPT (Join to see) - there should some guidelines in AR1-100, but most come from the Joint Ethics Regulation. The Command Judge Advocate is the designated ethics advisor and smelts down annual training for the unit, don't try and pour over the JER. Don't worry about reading regulations as you have little context unless you were prior service. Focus on getting commissioned and learning what you can from your initial training and your OJT.
Recommend reading the Armed Forces Officer by SLA Marshall. The Joint Chiefs update it periodically. Also recommend going to Amazon and getting a copy of the Army Officer's Guide which is in high double digits of editions. It's condensed for ease of use. I'd recommend getting up to speed on how to,properly wear your uniform (AR670-1 and DA PAM 670-1); customs and courtesies; ranks; etc. you'll need that to get dressed in the morning, get from your car to your place of duty and back again without incident.
Recommend reading the Armed Forces Officer by SLA Marshall. The Joint Chiefs update it periodically. Also recommend going to Amazon and getting a copy of the Army Officer's Guide which is in high double digits of editions. It's condensed for ease of use. I'd recommend getting up to speed on how to,properly wear your uniform (AR670-1 and DA PAM 670-1); customs and courtesies; ranks; etc. you'll need that to get dressed in the morning, get from your car to your place of duty and back again without incident.
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Keep it simple and say thank you. Do not put that recruiter under the scrutiny of the IG or disgruntled service member
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After your processing is complete, send a "thank you" to the recruiter's boss. Usually via e-mail.
Start with "Dear Capt Whoever, I want to tell you about LT (Name or Names). I recently completed the AMEDD recruiting process." Then tell how helpful, convincing, professional, respectful, etc., the recruiter was. Also mention how he or she assisted you in coming on board, relived stress, made you feel like part of the team.
"Respectfully,
Shanley Brasher, CPT, ??"
Start with "Dear Capt Whoever, I want to tell you about LT (Name or Names). I recently completed the AMEDD recruiting process." Then tell how helpful, convincing, professional, respectful, etc., the recruiter was. Also mention how he or she assisted you in coming on board, relived stress, made you feel like part of the team.
"Respectfully,
Shanley Brasher, CPT, ??"
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One thing too remeber ... the recruiter was doing his/her job. A simple thank you and in note form would suffice..... and yes as previous replies indicate , it’s the appearance of bribery etc. care and caution in the arena of gifting ... welcome to a new environment and welcome to AMEDD
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I sent my a thank you email and text. Also told him if he ever needed a favor or anything to never hesitate to contact me.
The service is very small and you’d be amazed how many connections you make and will come across again. I’ve been in less than a year and I’ve already met several people who know people or have served with people I know. The military is a very small community especially in the medical world.
The service is very small and you’d be amazed how many connections you make and will come across again. I’ve been in less than a year and I’ve already met several people who know people or have served with people I know. The military is a very small community especially in the medical world.
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I’d imagine being genuinely grateful, making his life as easy as possible, and being the best officer you can be after commissioning would be thanks enough.
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Nothing in my experience with my recruiter, or my sons, would ever lead me to want to give them a gift, thats for sure.
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