How long does it take to get selected for AGR?

The accession process normally takes between 30-45 days as this allows time for publication of the assignment order and completion of long distance in-processing.

Do AGR soldiers go to drill?

While most reserve soldiers have civilian jobs to pay the bills, AGR soldiers work full-time for the Army (or other branch) on top of drilling with the rest of the soldiers at that particular unit.

How do you qualify for AGR?

You must be at least 18 to 54 years old (you must not have reached your 55th birthday). You must be in ranks SPC through MSG/1SG. You must have accrued less than 15 years of active federal service. You must be eligible for reenlistment or extension.

Do AGR soldiers PCS?

Average time on station is currently 2.9 years for officers and 3.1 years for warrant officers. This means you should expect to PCS every three years. Your initial AGR order will be for three years. Generally, new AGR Soldiers will not be assigned to positions within 250 miles of their home of record.

What is Air Force AGR?

Active Guard Reserve (AGR) positions allow Soldiers and Airmen to serve full-time and enjoy the same benefits as Active Duty Soldiers. With an Active Guard Reserve job, you receive full pay, medical care for you and your family, and the opportunity for retirement after 20 years of active service.

How long does it take to get orders from HRC?

HRC generally provides a decision to requested actions within 15 business days of receipt; however, it could take longer. A request for deferment will not exceed 120 days after the assignment report date (ORDTGC) to the gaining command, unless an exception to policy ids approved by HRC.

Can you quit an AGR job?

Individuals who voluntarily resign from the AGR program in lieu of adverse personnel actions are not eligible to reenter the program. Individual must not be ineligible for AGR service under AR 135-18.

How much does AGR make?

The national average salary for a AGR is $52,434 in United States. Filter by location to see AGR salaries in your area.

How much does a married e3 make in the army?

A Private First Class is a enlisted soldier in the United States Army at DoD paygrade E-3. A Private First Class receives a monthly basic pay salary starting at $2,043 per month, with raises up to $2,303 per month once they have served for over 3 years.

Can you leave AGR?

Soldiers requesting voluntary separation will complete the appropriate expiration of service (ETS), and REFRAD packet no earlier than 180 days from requested date of separation. Soldier must complete the required separation packet in order to be voluntarily separated from the USAR AGR Program.

Can active duty use tour of duty?

Tour of Duty (TOD) is an internet site where Reserve Component Soldiers (USAR, IRR, ARNG, IMA) can find and volunteer for active duty tours. Any command that has positions or missions that could be filled by a RC Soldier can post those jobs on Tour of Duty.

What is an AGR position in the Army?

Positions are usually filled with a Soldier that is one grade below the required position grade, (i.e. Soldier is E4, and position to fill is E5). Soldiers are under no obligation to accept an AGR offer.

How do I apply for the AGR program?

If you’d like to apply for the AGR program, visit the U.S. Army Human Resources Command website and search “AGR”, or for Officer/Warrant Officer applicants call 1-502-613-6365 and for Enlisted applicants call 1-502-613-5927. You must be discharged from your current component of the Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard.

Do I have to accept an AGR offer?

Soldiers are under no obligation to accept an AGR offer. It is imperative that all Soldiers applying or that have applied to the USAR AGR Program; have their respective contact information updated in ALL Army systems.

What is the Texas Active Guard Reserve AGR program?

a. This regulation prescribes the policy and procedures for the administration of the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG) Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Program. This regulation provides local policy and procedures for selection, career management, professional development, separation, and/or retirement of AGR personnel.