JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. —The 597th Transportation Brigade held an update briefing here today to discuss future assignments and where the Soldiers are going next.
The main message conveyed throughout the briefing was that Soldiers need to be proactive. Here is what to expect in the next 12 months:
The inactivation process battle rhythm is going to feel busy and slow throughout the next few months, said Command Sgt. Maj. Thomas Skelton.
First, most Soldiers will receive new assignment orders.
Beginning in March and April of 2024, many Soldiers will receive the orders and then they will have 90 to 100 days to report to their next assignment.
Soldiers who receive orders overseas should contact their new unit to request command sponsorship for their Families, according to Brenda Hendricks, Human Resources officer.
Soldiers can request an extension or an early report date through the brigade commander.
Next, the Soldiers discussed the need to think about the future of their Army career and discuss the following options with their Families and friends:
-Do I want to get out of the Army?
-Do I want to get a promotion?
-Do I want to reenlist?
-Do I want to get a different job and reclass?
-Do I want to do something else, like apply for Ranger School?
-Should I become an officer through the Green to Gold program?
-Should I apply for Warrant Officer School?
“Moving is stressful and the career counselors are available to assist you no matter what,” said Master Sgt. Eleanor Brooks, retention officer, SDDC.
“It is a process and each Soldier’s case will be handled individually,” Brooks added.
The renenlistment window is 12-months and right now is a good time to take advantage of the Army’s reenlistment bonuses of up to $5,000 (for first time reenlistments) or an assignment of choice, Brooks added.
After all of the Soldiers assigned to the 688th and 689th Rapid Port Opening Element depart, a skeleton screw of 10 Soldiers will remain at Fort Eustis and will be reassigned to the 832nd Transportation Battalion to assist the unit with transferring the equipment.
“We gave as much information as we have,” Skelton said.
Soldiers join the Army for a variety of reasons: college money, a skill, patriotism and many more, Skelton added. “If your window is open, start thinking now if you want to reenlist.”
The event ended with a safety briefing by Command Sgt. Maj. Thomas Skelton.
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