If I reenlist to extend my IRR time, what are the odds of getting called back in for a muster or something along those lines?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:06:37 -0400

Hello Guys/Gals,

The time has come that its time for me to separate from the military and was presented with the possibility of reenlisting to extend my IRR time. I was active for 6 years and did a try one in the reserves and it wasn't for me. The reason behind extending my IRR time would be to keep my foot in the door if for some reason I needed or wanted to come back in.

My main question is what are the odds of getting called back in for a muster or something along those lines? I spoke with my units counselor but I don't trust a lot of what the Army is selling. She said it would be VERY rare that I would ever get called back in and If I did it would be for a records review annually and most of that is done digitally. Bottom line I don't want to to have to come back in for dumb stuff and strictly want to use the extended time to keep an opportunity available to me.

let me know If I'm expecting too much

V/r

Mike

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 6 at 2022 11:53 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:53:58 -0400

The Army is full of dumb stuff and you're worried about getting recalled for dumb stuff but want to keep your foot in the door in case you need to come back in? That is oxymoron written all over it.

There is always the inherent risk of getting recalled from the IRR. The odds are low, but never 100% not getting called back.

Ultimately, the choice is yours. Flip a coin and see where it lands.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jul 6 at 2022 12:19 PM

CSM Charles Hayden — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:19:33 -0400

Yes/No. Up/Down. In/Out.,Your choice, do it now and forget your hesitation.

Response by SP5 Peter Keane made Jul 6 at 2022 3:08 PM

SP5 Peter Keane — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:08:55 -0400

Who told you that you could re-enlist for IRR ? IRR ends when MSO is complete.

Response by LTC John Mohor made Jul 6 at 2022 9:44 PM

LTC John Mohor — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 21:44:41 -0400

You realize you’ve already got 6 years toward your 20 possibly 7 if you did the minimum reserve BTA’s while you tried the Reserves. 14-15 more years and you qualify for a Reserve Retirement. At age 60 that’s for the rest of your life. Know any other part time gig that provides that? The network for civilian employment opportunities in the reserves can BA a viable asset too! Think of it as a you pay me now and later opportunity you can finish reserve commitments by 38-39 years of age at at least E-7 for retirement. Apply yourselves and maybe you could make CW-2 or 3. Take a gander at the reserve pay charts for a CWO and your starting to talk decent amounts for a part time income. I’m presently 3 years from starting to collect my reserve retirement pay. Medical is gonna come with it. Unlike my civilian counterparts who have to figure health care plans if the retire before 65 I don’t have that worry…just think about it! Oh and enlisted in the reserves go get a few more MOS while your just an E-6 SSG. Just hope it helps you really think it over…

Response by SrA John Monette made Jul 7 at 2022 7:21 AM

SrA John Monette — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 07:21:23 -0400

You're expecting too much. Just make a decision. You're an NCO. You are expected to make decisions.

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made Jul 9 at 2022 8:07 AM

CPT Lawrence Cable — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 08:07:18 -0400

After reading this thread, I have a question. Does remaining in the IRR make any difference for a Prior Service Recruits? AD will look at the R-Code, as does the Army Reserve or Army National Guard, although it is much easier to get waivers for the most part for some conditions. If joining back up is the sole reason to stay IRR, is it really important.