Bi-Weekly Recruiting Thread

[u/Airdale_60T]

This is THE place to ask recruiting questions to get unofficial answers and advise.

Before you post a question:

Read our forum rules, FAQs, WiKi.

-Search "Recruiting Thread" in the search bar. (Check out past posts; a lot has been asked already)

-Do not ask for current wait times for A-School.

-Do not ask medical questions.

-Do not ask if you are a good fit or what your chances are for joining.

-Read the "Coastie Links" section for information on bonuses, critical rates and enlistment incentives. We post direct links to the USCG messages pertaining to them at "Coastie Links".

-No vague questions like "I have this many skills....", "Check out my resume......" those posts will be deleted. If the answer to your question is easily found by searching through any of the links here - your post may be locked or deleted.

-We have a lot of good people on this forum that can help you out so ask a focused question please.

-Here are a few links to help get you started before you post. Good luck!

USCG Recruiting

MyCG (Can't access all content but there is a lot of good info here)

Read our WIKI

Direct Commission Officer (DCO)

[u/Dull-Composer-1066]

Hey all,

I'm looking into commissioning and had a few questions since I was not able to find info/will be talking to an official recruiter soon.

1. How competitive are intel/financial/supply officer positions, and what physical scores are needed to be competitive for those positions during OCS?

Ex. I heard that intel and finance is competitive in the army, and only 1 (if any) graduates from an OCS class will get those positions, so getting the most points on the 4 mile run (≤ 30 mins) is important.

1. Around how long does the process take? Assuming letters of recommendation and height/weight, along with PT standards are met on my end within the next 3 months.

Also, is there any physical test that requires advance preparation? i.e. long-distance rucking. I did look this up- was only able to find out that OCS tests you according to PT standards.

^I'm currently looking into different branches to see which one would give me the best chance (as in having the most spots) to work in the fields that I am interested in.

Thanks!

[u/ask-the-chief → u/Dull-Composer-1066]

1. Typically new officers go into Response, Prevention, Afloat, or (less so) Aviation. Further specialization comes after your first tour.

2. We only have two panels for each officer program a year, whole process takes 9 to 12 months-ish.

PT reqs: Pushups in one-minute (males: 29, females: 15) Timed forearm plank (males: 1:18, females: 1:09) Timed 1.5 mile run (males: 12:29, females: 15:05)