What’s the best way to find opportunities?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:44:45 -0400

I like my job but have this desire to do more/have a greater impact. I’m interested in deploying or if possible working in a capacity that would allow me to use my clearance.

I’ve tried becoming PROFIS but due to the new way PROFIS is being done my unit isn’t adding people now just switching over those already on the list. I have added myself to the MODS list since I’m medical.

I am aware of opportunities in SOC, CID, and other packet MOS’.

I also know that PCSing early is unlikely. Does anyone know of any opportunities that aren’t well known that I can take advantage of? Or even if it’s possible to create an opportunity?

Response by CSM Michael Chavaree made Mar 13 at 2019 4:00 PM

CSM Michael Chavaree — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 16:00:53 -0400

Hey bud,
You are a bit limited by your MOS, I will have to ask around. Have you thought of reclassing? I am not aware of any operational SOF opportunities for your MOS, but I will ask.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2019 5:52 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 17:52:55 -0400

So this is my question for you, what kinds of opportunities are you looking for? Because just saying I want to do something will quickly get you into an unfavorable condition. As a 68C you have the availability to move into a BSN program which will get you deployed upon completion of school. You can look at additional medical certs. Or you can drop a reclass packet for 68w and look for a line position to deploy with. You can get an EMT-B and look for flight medic. Or you can try pcsing to a CSH if you want to stay a C they do pcs rotations. Or if you can pass selection volunteer to go to socm and go 18D. I hope those gave you some places to go. But I dont know that there is really a quick fix

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2019 6:15 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 18:15:10 -0400

Talk to JSOC recruiters about getting into the JMAU (joint medical augmentation unit).