Originally Posted by
RogAir
War and Duece:
I disagree. Seeking orders is gaming the system. "The airlines know what they are getting by hiring a Guard/Reservist"--- Yes! They are getting someone who won't game the system. Sure, 1% will game the system and maybe not poison the well for future G/R'ists. But if 20%, or 40% or 60%? did, why would Management hire another G/R'ist? By gaming the system you are endangering the hiring of your buds in the squadron.
If they cared one iota about you paying your bills, they would pay you more. Don't like the deal, don't apply. But don't apply, screw the Company, and put them off hiring other Guard/Reservists.....
I guess my question would be what would you consider the length of time of such orders that is considered "gaming the system"? Do you consider a 30 day set of orders gaming the system? Or attending PME in resident gaming the system? Or taking advantage of an opportunity to go to AC or IP school? Do other's take 180's and 365's, sure it happens, but I don't automatically assume just because someone is gone for 2 months they're gaming the system. Could be a legit order for their mil career. How about a week long order because they need to finish their semi-annual requirements?