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The U.S. Army is the most powerful and sophisticated military force in the world and Army Reserve is one of three components in the U.S. Army.

What is the difference between the active Army and Army Reserve?
Active duty is similar to working at a full-time job with the Army. The Army Reserve allows you to pursue a civilian career or attend college full-time and still serve your community and country.

What is the Army Reserve?
You can live where you want, receive medical benefits, educational benefits, tuition assistance, and build for retirement. In the Army Reserve, you can continue your career or education while training close to home and standing ready to serve with your valuable job skills.
JEFF WASSON | FEATURE
Jeff Wasson is a father, a lawyer, a coach, and a Soldier in the U. S. Army Reserve. Spc. Wasson shares why he chose to join the Army Reserve, and how that has impacted his personal life and his career. Choosing the Army Reserve allows him to continue doing all the things he loves to do, while starting a legacy of service for his son.
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DUAL PURSUITS
A video series featuring diverse Army Reserve Soldiers and their unique paths to service.

DUAL PURSUITS | JESSICA WELTHA-BALES
Capt. Thais Ridgeway
Capt. Thais Ridgeway
Capt. Peter Hawley
Capt. Peter Hawley
Capt. Peter Hawle
Capt. Luke Jean
Capt. Luke Jean
Capt. Luke Jean
Sgt. Christine Won
Sgt. Christine Won
Sgt. Christine Won
Sgt. Matt Wisdom
Sgt. Matt Wisdom
Sgt. Matt Wisdom
Spc. Ayriss Torres
Spc. Ayriss Torres
Spc. Ayriss Torres

•  U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien
•  17-34 years old
•  Healthy and in good physical condition
•  In good moral standing

Some positions may have additional qualifications. Please email your recruiter for more information:
usarmy.knox.usarec.mbx.usarec-ace@army.mil

For questions related to Joining the Army Reserve: Please call 1-888-550-ARMY (2769) or visit the GoArmy.com website.

USAR logoALREADY PART OF THE ARMY RESERVE TEAM?
Find out how to advance your career with the Army Reserve Careers Group.

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Expand List item 5079Collapse List item 5079  Earn a direct commission:

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Apply your knowledge and skill set to a career with meaning. A direct commission appoints civilians with professional experience directly to an officer rank.

  • Utilize your professional expertise to become a leader in the U.S. Army Reserve.
  • Join a mission with a purpose.
  • Work in State-of-the-art facilities around the world.

The U.S. Army Reserve is seeking seasoned professionals for leadership opportunities. For more information: armyreservedirectcommission@army.mil.

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Expand List item 3223Collapse List item 3223  Active Duty to U.S. Army Reserve

Keep the benefits you earned while gaining the ones you need by transitioning from Active Duty into the Army Reserve. The Army Reserve has the resources and flexibility to meet your needs while allowing you to serve.

  • 24 Month Deployment Stabilization - When you switch from Active Duty to the Army Reserve, you will get up to 24 months of deferment from involuntary mobilization. This will give you and your family the time needed to establish your civilian life.
  • Train Close to Home - You can choose a unit that's close to home or relocate somewhere with your MOS.  Either way, you'll have the time and flexibility to pursue a civilian career, go back to school, and see your friends and family.
  • Education Assistance - Where do you see yourself in the future? The Army Reserve can help you achieve your goals by offering a Student Loan Repayment Program, the GI Bill and other educational benefits.
  • Sign-up Bonus - You may qualify for up to $20,000 in bonus money when you transition which you can use to help you relocate, buy a car or simply as a much-needed cushion to help you and your family adjust to civilian life.
  • Keep or Change MOS - As an Active Duty Soldier, you can keep your current MOS when you transition into the Army Reserve or you can have the opportunity to train for a new MOS.  There are over 120 Army Reserve specialties to choose from to further your Army and civilian careers.
  • Get a Civilian Job - When you transfer, you will gain assistance in finding civilian employment.  Post your profile and connect with employers through the VA's online Veteran's Employment Center.  Being a part of the Army Reserve will also help you gain an edge in the civilian job market.
  • Become an Officer or Warrant Officer - As an Active Duty Soldier, you’ll get to maintain your current rank when you transition to the Army Reserve. If you’re seeking to further your Army career, you also have the chance to apply for a direct commission and become an Officer or apply for the Warrant Officer program. Click here to learn more.
  • Retirement - Don’t let the time you’ve put in as an Active Duty Soldier go to waste. When you go from Active Duty to the Army Reserve, all of the years you’ve already served carry over and are applied towards your 20-year retirement.
  • Service Obligation Reduction - As an Active Army Soldier, if you are nearing the end of your service obligation, you may gain options to reduce your total military commitment if you transfer into the Army Reserve.
     

Call 1-800-325-4389 or click here to email your Army Reserve Career Counselor. For more information: https://www.goarmy.com/a/in-service

Expand List item 3224Collapse List item 3224  National Guard to U.S. Army Reserve

If you're a National Guardsman looking to transition into America's Army Reserve, the benefits are tremendous. The Army Reserve is a fully federal force that provides nation-wide opportunities to train, promote, and grow.

  • The Army Reserve provides opportunities to train nation-wide and around the world. Real-world exercises keep Army Reserve units ready for deployment as part of the Total Force.
  • As an Army Reserve Soldier, you have the freedom to serve throughout the United States. The Lodging-in-Kind (LIK) and Inactive Duty Training-Travel Reimbursement Program (IDT-TRP) allow Soldiers to have free lodging and reimbursement for travel expenses for those assigned to units away from home.
  • Promotion opportunities are available nation-wide, allowing for a wide-range of experiences that help keep Reserve Soldiers competitive and relevant for tomorrow's fight.

If you are a National Guard Officer, start the process by clicking here to locate your nearest Army Reserve Career Counselor (ARCC) to get the process started.

 

If you are a National Guard enlisted Soldier, start the process by calling 1-800-555-ARMY (2769) or clicking here to email their recruiter.

 

 

 

Expand List item 3225Collapse List item 3225  Individual Ready Reserve to U.S. Army Reserve

If you are currently in the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) looking to transition into America's Army Reserve, the benefits are tremendous. The Army Reserve is a fully federal force that provides nation-wide opportunities to train, promote, and grow.

  • Monthly pay for your part-time work, and extra pay for additional opportunities.
  • Train Close to Home - You can choose a unit that's close to home or relocate somewhere with your MOS.  Either way, you'll have the time and flexibility to pursue a civilian career, go back to school, and see your friends and family.
  • Education Assistance - Where do you see yourself in the future? The Army Reserve can help you achieve your goals by offering a Student Loan Repayment Program, the GI Bill and other educational benefits.
  • Keep or Change MOS - You can keep your current MOS when you transition into the Army Reserve or you can have the opportunity to train for a new MOS.  There are over 120 Army Reserve specialties to choose from to further your Army and civilian careers.
  • Become an Officer or Warrant Officer - You’ll get to maintain your current rank when you transition to the Army Reserve. If you’re seeking to further your Army career, you also have the chance to apply for a commission and become an Officer or apply for the Warrant Officer program. Click here to learn more.
  • Retirement - Don’t let the time you’ve put in as an Active Duty Soldier go to waste. When you go from Active Duty to the Army Reserve, all of the years you’ve already served carry over and are applied towards your 20-year retirement.
  • The Lodging-in-Kind (LIK) and Inactive Duty Training-Travel Reimbursement Program (IDT-TRP) allow Soldiers to have free lodging and reimbursement for travel expenses for those assigned to units away from home.

 

Click here to contact your nearest Army Reserve Career Counselor (ARCC) to get the process started.

 

 

 

Expand List item 3226Collapse List item 3226  Prior Service to U.S. Army Reserve (Civilian Life to TPU)

America's Army Reserve offers tremendous career advancement opportunities for prior service Soldiers seeking to build on the benefits they earned while on Active Duty.

  • Monthly pay - Earn extra income for your part-time work, one weekend a month and a two-week annual training period.
  • Exchange and Commissary Privileges - You and your dependents will be able to enjoy the benefits of shopping at the Exchange and Commissary.
  • Train Close to Home - You can choose a unit that's close to home or relocate somewhere with your MOS.  Either way, you'll have the time and flexibility to pursue a civilian career, go back to school, and see your friends and family.
  • Education Assistance - Where do you see yourself in the future? The Army Reserve can help you achieve your goals by offering a Student Loan Repayment Program, the GI Bill and other educational benefits.
  • Health Care Benefits - By transitioning, you and your family are eligible for Tricare Reserve Select, a low-cost health care insurance plan available for Army Reserve Soldiers. Click here to learn more about Tricare Reserve Select.
  • Retirement - Don’t let the time you’ve put in as an Active Duty Soldier go to waste. When you go from Active Duty to the Army Reserve, all of the years you’ve already served carry over and are applied towards your 20-year retirement.


Call 1-800-555-ARMY (2769) or click here to email your recruiter.

 

Expand List item 3227Collapse List item 3227  Never served in the U.S. Armed Forces?

Serve part-time with benefits. As a Soldier in the Army Reserve, you’ll earn money for education, cash bonuses, discounted health care, build retirement, and more. All while you pursue your civilian career or continue your education. You'll serve close to home and have the flexibility to see your friends and family and make a difference in your community.

 


Where do you see yourself in the future? The Army Reserve wants to help you get there by offering the Student Loan Repayment Program, the GI Bill, and other educational benefits to help you achieve your goals.

You may even qualify for up to $20,000 in bonus money when you enlist.

Want to learn more? Click here to learn more about the specific pay and benefits you can earn as a Soldier in America's Army Reserve. 

Call 1-800-555-ARMY (2769) or click here to email your recruiter.

 

 

Additional Information

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Expand List item 1670Collapse List item 1670  What are the Benefits?

We've Got You Covered

In addition to giving you a head start on your career, for your commitment, the benefits of the Army Reserve will take care of you and your family. 

As a Soldier in the Army Reserve, you’ll earn money for education, cash bonuses, discounted health care, build retirement, and more. 

All while you pursue your civilian career or continue your education.

What are our benefits?

 

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Expand List item 1671Collapse List item 1671  Army Reserve Jobs
Something for Everyone


You may be surprised to learn that the Army Reserve jobs offer opportunities in a wide variety of areas.

In fact, almost all Army Reserve jobs can be found in the civilian world, giving you a competitive advantage.

Discover careers in fields such as law enforcement, medicine, engineering and information technology, which can further your civilian and Army Reserve careers. 

Learn more >

 

 

SELECTED RESERVE INCENTIVE PROGRAM

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SELECTED RETENTION BONUS

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OVER 20 BONUS

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Expand List item 4947Collapse List item 4947  Recruiting Duty Volunteer Assignment Incentive Pay (AIP)

The Recruiting Duty Volunteer AIP authorizes a one-time $5,000 payment for Soldiers who volunteer through the Recruit the Recruiter program and are approved for recruiting duty. This applies to volunteers who access into the AGR Program as 79Rs and AGR NCOs who volunteer to serve as DA Selected Recruiters.

AIP- Department of the Army Select Recruiter (DASR) Tour Extension:

Current AGR DASRs on an initial tour scheduled to end between 26 OCT 2023 and 31 DEC 2024 can elect to extend their tour and receive up to 12 monthly payments of $1,500.

Temporary Promotion Authority- DASRs (Only):

  • Sergeants: Effective immediately, Sergeants who are selected or volunteer for assignment as a DASR will be promoted to Staff Sergeant upon successful graduation of the ARC. The effective date will be their graduation date from the ARC.
  • Staff Sergeants: Effective immediately, Staff Sergeants performing as DASRs who successfully achieve 24 accessions contracts within a 12-month period will be promoted to the rank of Sergeant First Class.

 For TPU or IMA Soldiers interested in applying for AGR Recruiter please contact HRC accessions branch at usarmy.knox.hrc.mbx.rpmd-ord-acc-distro-enlisted-agr@army.mil

For AGRs interested in volunteering for DASR tours please contact SFC Jeremy D. Brown at jeremy.d.brown36.mil@army.mil