Originally Posted by
Paok
Your recruiter (im assuming reserve) is saying that because they want you in the reserves, not the guard.. they are your RESERVE recruiter... Why even mention it? I had guard and reserve interviews scheduled, and ended up in the reserves... differences I saw was the ANG squadron was a lot smaller, a lot more relaxed....they also seem a bit more difficult to get into, they are tight knit, like a family and like to hire from within..... Again, apply everywhere. They know you are going to have your package all over the place....You are very lucky to get picked by any of them.... I only made it to one interview though, got offered the job at my first one and took it.....
Thank you for your input. Believe it or not, my recruiter is an Active Duty recruiter. As I said, I plan on applying to all. I should probably rephrase the original post; Not only have I not ruled out AD, I am probably even leaning that way now. I definitely have not ruled out any option.
I do know that the ANG gigs tend to be more competitive. Luckily, I have a good friend at a nearby unit that I hope could help pull some strings to at least get me an interview.
From what you know, are there any differences in duty required, or pay, or benefits, or anything of that nature between the two??? I can't seem to find many, if any at all.
I have wanted this for awhile...Just trying to get any UNBIASED info I can from guys that are actually doing it. I am ready to get out of Cessna's!