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Good afternoon,
I am a specialist in the U. S. Army reserve and I'm looking to become an officer. I do not have my college done yet but plan to compete it soon. My only problem is that I have a felony for credit card abuse. The Army waived it to get it and I have been told it can be waivered for OCS as wel but just wanted to confirm that with someone who would know more. I am almost 24 and have only been n the service for two years. I have a huge drive for the military and I believe that I can be an asset if I were to be allowed the chance. What do you think?
Please respond to my email. Thank you for your time.
By the time you are eligible for OCS, you will have to ask closer to then, right now, probably not, as no felony waivers are given for anything right now. I doubt you could get a secet clearance.
Stuff changes all the time, so something 2-3 years frm now is hard to predict.
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John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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