SPC(P) 25N Looking for longevity

2014-10-01T12:04:49-04:00

I'm currently in my 2nd enlistment, but will be subject to RCP in 2017 if points dont come down from 798. Currently looking into reclass to a 25D, 35F or 14T but not sure if I will be eligible for a TS Clearance. I enjoy my job as a Signal soldier, but I'm not sure what to make of my next move, as I would like to continue in the Army. Any advice, help or assitance would be greatly appreciated.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 1 at 2014 12:30 PM

2014-10-01T12:30:33-04:00

SFC Private RallyPoint Member, have you talked with you reenlistment NCO? I'm sure you're not the first person to run up against a high promotion point problem in a particular MOS. I have known colleagues who had the same problem, so they reclassed from the high promotion point (or low selection rate at the higher grades) MOS to an MOS with a lower threshold and higher promotion rates, just as you mentioned.

If the security clearance is a problem, maybe there's another MOS that doesn't require a TS clearance?

Also, having worked in the counterintelligence field for 35 years, I can tell you that many people who think they will have a problem getting a security clearance actually do not have too much of a problem. If you're honest on your security clearance paperwork and tell the truth throughout the process, many things can be mitigated.

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Oct 1 at 2014 12:35 PM

2014-10-01T12:35:27-04:00

SFC Private RallyPoint Member I have seen people with bankruptcies, bad credit, DWIs, and even Art15's get TS clearance. As CW5 Private RallyPoint Member mentioned, it is more about being honest then anything else.