WELCOME TO THE KANSAS CITY RECRUITING BATTALION
 

We’re thrilled to have you join our team. The Kansas City Recruiting Battalion covers a diverse and dynamic region, with seven recruiting companies operating across Kansas, Missouri, and Southern Illinois. From vibrant metropolitan hubs like Kansas City and St. Louis to thriving communities in Manhattan, Columbia, Springfield, and Cape Girardeau, there’s always something happening—and opportunities to make a real impact.

Kansas City offers an exceptional quality of life, with professional and college sports, an international airport, world-class attractions, and a vibrant food scene. It’s also proudly known as the home of the best barbecue and blues music on Earth. Meanwhile, St. Louis features iconic destinations like the 630-foot Gateway Arch, Forest Park’s 1,300 acres of historic beauty, and the excitement of NHL and Major League Baseball.

Our area also includes several Army installations such as Fort Leavenworth—just 25 miles northwest of Kansas City—along with Fort Riley, Kansas and Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. These locations offer all the resources and amenities you’d expect to support your mission and your family.

You’ll be assigned a sponsor who will serve as your go-to resource throughout your transition. You’ll also receive a welcome packet full of helpful information about your assignment and your new community. If you need immediate assistance or have not yet heard from your sponsor, please contact the Battalion S-1 at (816) 891-8037 or email us at 4gbn-s1@usarec.army.mil.

If you’re relocating with family, we encourage them to accompany you to the Battalion Headquarters at 10300 NW Prairie View Road, Kansas City, MO 64153. Our team will provide them with a detailed briefing on medical, dental, and other family support programs. For additional resources and guidance, visit our Soldier and Family Assistance page.

We are honored to welcome you to a team of professionals committed to excellence, purpose, and service. We’re excited for what lies ahead and look forward to helping you succeed both professionally and personally.

Warmest welcome,

LTC Andrew Betson - CSM Charles Ellis

ARRIVING SOLDIERS
 

While PCS travel always has surprises, knowing more about the area and the people you'll be working with can help. This site is designed to help you familiarize yourself with your new community and enable you to contact your commander and 1st Sergeant.

Find out everything you need before you move...

Call the Military OneSource toll free at (800) 342-9647 24x7 for your free relocation report compliments of US Army Recruiting for soldiers assigned to recruiting duty. The report includes:

  • Cost of living for city and state to which you are relocating and how it compares with the cost of living where you presently reside
  • Crime statistics
  • Profiles for types of schools
  • Location of churches, synagogues and mosques
  • Historical weather conditions
  • Vehicle registration policies and procedures

See also the Defense Manpower Data Center and Military Spouse Employment Resource. 

ARRIVING DA CIVILIANS
 

For arriving civilians, visit USAREC Onboarding. 

WELCOME PACKET
 

To request a "Welcome Packet" please contact the Soldier Family Assistance Program Manager with your complete mailing address and contact information. Please keep in mind your actual recruiting station assignment can change upon in-processing into the battalion.

IN-PROCESSING

 

You must bring the following items with you at the time you in process:

  • PCS orders and any amendments to these orders
  • Original DA 31 (leave form)
  • Finance packet to include advance travel receipts (manila folder)
  • DD 1561 Request for Family Separation Allowance
  • MOS orders (provided by the Army Recruiter School)
  • Army Recruiter Course (ARC) graduation certificate
  • Vehicle registration (if you have two vehicles)
  • Information necessary to update DD 93 and SGLI
  • Military 201 file: 2A, 2-1, promotion packet (if applicable)
  • Last NCOER
  • Military ID card
  • Civilian and military drivers license
  • Reenlistment card
  • Quarters termination sheet if you lived in government quarters
  • OIF's if you have reintegration certification please bring with you
  • MEDPROS Update

It is important you have all the above required documents at the time of your in-processing. This is a large battalion. You may have a long drive back to your pinpoint assignment if you forget any of these documents. In-processing must be completed on the day you arrive at the battalion.

FAMILY SERVICES

 

If you are moving here from previous recruiting assignment, you are already used to the unique Army lifestyle. If you are new to recruiting, you will find this Army assignment is unique in many ways. 

Think of this office as your mini-Army Community Services. We service roughly 500 people, to include Army recruiters, their families and single soldiers. We look forward to meeting you. If you need assistance, don't hesitate to contact us. 

  • Battalion Soldier Family Assistance Program Manager 
    usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-sfa@army.mil
     
  • Brigade Family Advocacy Coordinator 
    210-347-5377

Resource Links:

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KC BN COMPANIES

Greater Kansas City Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8675

Cape Girardeau Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8681

Joplin Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8688

Liberty Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8695

Manhattan KS Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8704

St. Louis Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8710

Mid-Missouri Recruiting Company
(928) 998-8716
 

CONTACT US

U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion - Kansas City
10300 NW Prairie View Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64153

Advertising & Public Affairs
usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-apa@army.mil

Soldier & Family Assistance
usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-sfa@army.mil

S-1
knox.usard.list.4gbn-sfa@army.mil

S-3, OPS
usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-s3@army.mil

S-3, Master Trainers
usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-rt@army.mil

S-4
usarmy.knox.usard.list.4gbn-s4@army.mil