Can I move my family before I get my orders?
You cannot move your family until you receive official orders. Official military orders are required to schedule a move through the transportation office, access benefits, and receive any reimbursements for moving expenses. Moving the family before orders are issued is at the Soldier’s own risk and expense.
When will I receive my battalion assignment?
Forty-two days before the start of your Army Recruiting Course, you will receive an email with a preference map and consideration worksheet. Please follow the guidance in the email before you return it to the recruiting team.
I contacted a battalion or brigade CSM for an assignment, and they said they have a vacancy.
Although you may have contacted a BN or BDE CSM, they are not authorized to make by-name requests, as this leads to favoritism within the command. This practice undermines the G-1 assignment process and hinders overall operational effectiveness.
I called my branch manager and volunteered. Will I receive my number one preference?
Ultimately, your assignment location will be determined based on the needs of the command. It is important to understand that we cannot place you in a location where there are no vacancies. Therefore, flexibility and adaptability are key.
My dependent(s) are enrolled in the EFMP. Can I stay at my current location?
Ensure that your EFMP is up to date, as we screen all potential assignment locations to ensure that the necessary services for your dependent(s) are available. HRC will screen locations within a 10- to 15-mile radius of your recruiting assignment. Once cleared and services are deemed available, this means that your family members with special needs have been thoroughly evaluated and approved to reside at your new duty station. This clearance ensures that the necessary medical, educational, and support services are available and accessible at that assigned location.
Behavioral health did not clear me for recruiting duty. What happens next?
We do not handle the medical portion of DA Form 3822 and do not know the specifics regarding the decision. You do have the option to request a second opinion. Your branch manager should be contacting you to place you back on assignment.
I received a course cancellation email. What does that mean?
HRC has canceled the recruiting course for a specific reason. You can contact HRC for further details.