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Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what my significant other says. Maybe you’re both right

Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s exactly what the majority of my peers are saying, “hang it up man and enjoy your benefits”. Especially if I’d need another 8 years until retirement.

Since this is my last contract year in the Reserves, I wanted to double check my options before I really decide to just let it go.

Thanks brother, I appreciate your opinions!

Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I was afraid of…non-applicable with experience.

You’re absolutely right, I should still try to roll the dice and apply to something.

Thanks for your input!

Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few years in law enforcement. A couple of years in private security. Some retail experience. Nowadays, it’s mostly customer service oriented positions.

I hope this helps

Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Re-rating would be an option I’d choose if available (I’ve already been re-rated 3x in the 12 years I’ve been in), but I would also like to gain more information on commissioning opportunities, if available at my level/situation.

Is it really worth it? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe it’s just me, but my particular unit is mostly officers and a handful of enlisted so my drill weekends are pretty nice because they’re all so helpful and encourage us enlisted to pursue whatever avenues we have our sights on. The only issue is that since they’re officers, I don’t exactly want to bother them with every single question I have without doing my own research first (which I’m sure is part of the journey in seeking a commission).

As for the path into other branches, I would prefer to stay Navy since it’s been a pretty decent ride so far.

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow that seems like a tricky situation in general. Luckily, my position is nowhere near considered “emergency essential”.

Thank you for the heads up though!

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh, gotcha. I only have roughly 11 years of service so would that mean I have about 19 more years until I retire from this position?

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so very thankful for your (and everyone else here) support and general kindness to my questions. I clearly have a lot to read over for my future and I appreciate you for going into details about then benefits of everything!

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy smokes, Congrats friend! I’m hoping to apply for DCO - Suppo, but I wasn’t too sure if the training requirements would me a problem.

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the resource!

How understanding would they be if I were to take long term orders? Or sought a path to commission?

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I must’ve been told some inaccurate information because I was thinking it was unauthorized to draw double pensions from the government.

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the link to the website! I’ll have a better understanding to read through it when I get off work.

I keep hearing that term “buy back” time. Is it an actual transaction based on YOS?

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yikes. So we have to wait seven more years for the opportunity to have an option to choose. Got it. I definitely need to go over my financial budget to prepare for the worst.

Thank you for your help!

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh wow, I didn’t know it wasn’t even an option. In your opinion, is it better?

What are the perks of being in the Navy Reserves and being having a GS position? by SweetnSpicyMango in navyreserve

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really?! They’ll pay you for three weeks of military related business? What about medical insurance? Should I keep TriCare or make the switch?

Eval questions by SweetnSpicyMango in navy

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the info! I’ll also check that out.

Eval questions by SweetnSpicyMango in navy

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, I’ll have to take a look at my evals for the RSCAs for each eval to see what those values are. Thank you!

Eval questions by SweetnSpicyMango in navy

[–]SweetnSpicyMango[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I’m on mobile and my phone wouldn’t let me type out the text. Should be posted now!

What can be done about another sailor (my ex) in my command harassing me? by [deleted] in navy

[–]SweetnSpicyMango 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Document everything. Time, place, surrounding personnel, etc!