IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 Februay 2022 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20210007686 APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his service record to reflect his entry in service rank/pay grade as Specialist (SPC)/E-4 instead of Private (PVT)/E-1. APPLICANT'S SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS CONSIDERED BY THE BOARD: * DD Form 149 (Application for Correction of Military Record) * DD Form 4 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States) pages 1 and 2, dated 3 September 2020 * Certificate of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A Truck Driver Training FACTS: 1. The applicant states, in pertinent part, that the first time he went to the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (MEPS), he was sworn in at the rank of SPC, prior to starting Basic Combat Training (BCT). He believes it was under the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP). However, when he returned to MEPS his civilian work history and credits were erased from the system. He was then told his rank would be corrected after BCT. 2. A review of the applicant's service records shows: a. On 3 September 2020, the applicant enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) in the rank of SPC and entered into the Delayed Entry Program (DEP). In connection with this enlistment, the following documents were completed: (1) DA Form 3286 (Statement for Enlistment USAR DEP) shows the applicant: * enlisted for the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 88M (Motor Transport Operator) and was assured of attending the school course for the MOS * acknowledged his civilian acquired skills as a motor transport operator were recognized for enlistment, and enlistment under this program authorized him to be advanced in grade based upon demonstrated skill, proficiency, and conduct * understood that enlistment under this program did not guarantee any MOS training; the Army may require him to complete a prerequisite course in association with the skill * would be advanced to the pay grade of E-4 in accordance with ACASP regulations, provided he received recommendation from his commander; promotion is not automatic, but depends upon his demonstration of proficiency, skill, and conduct (2) DD Form 1966 (Record of Military Processing Armed Forces of the United States) shows in item 32 (Specific Option/Program Enlisted for, Military Skill, or Assignment to a Geographical Area Guarantees) that the applicant enlisted under the ACASP in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 601-210 (Regular Army and Reserve Components Enlistment Program), Chapter 7 (Regular Army and Reserve Components Civilian Acquired Skills Program), table 7-3. b. The applicant is currently serving as an 88M on active duty stationed at Fort Bliss, TX. 3. In addition to the enlistment document previously discussed, the applicant provides a copy of his CDL "Class A" truck driver certificate, dated 8 October 2013, which shows he successfully completed approximately 160 hours in the truck driving program. BOARD DISCUSSION: After reviewing the application, all supporting documents, and the evidence found within the military record, the Board found that relief was warranted. The Board carefully considered applicant’s contentions, military record, and regulatory guidance. The Board reviewed the applicant’s properly completed and signed enlistment document denoting his beginning pay grade as an E-4 and that he met all required training including prerequisite training for the MOS in accordance with the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP). Based on the preponderance of evidence available for review, the Board determined the evidence presented sufficient to warrant a recommendation for relief. BOARD VOTE: Mbr 1 Mbr 2 Mbr 3 :X :X :X GRANT FULL RELIEF : : : GRANT PARTIAL RELIEF : : : GRANT FORMAL HEARING : : : DENY APPLICATION BOARD DETERMINATION/RECOMMENDATION: 1. The Board determined the evidence presented is sufficient to warrant a recommendation for relief. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected to show that upon entry in service he held that rank/pay grade as Specialist (SPC)/E-4 and met all requirements for the MOS 88M Motor Transport Operator with an effective date as of 12 February 2021. 2. The Board further determined that the applicant is entitled to all applicable back pay and allowances effective 12 February 2021, the amount of which to be determined by the Defense Finance and Accounting Services. I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in this case. REFERENCES: 1. AR 601-210 (Regular Army and Reserve Components Enlistment Program) prescribes eligibility criteria governing the enlistment of persons, with or without prior service (PS), into the Regular Army, the USAR, and the Army National Guard. It also provides policies and procedures to process applicants for enlistment in the RA DEP and on delayed status. a. Chapter 7 provides policy and guidance for implementing the ACASP. It states the ACASP attracts and uses persons with civilian-acquired skills required by the Army. Persons qualified for ACASP may be given an advance in grade upon enlistment. The ACASP is available to qualified applicants with or without PS. Some MOSs available under ACASP may require completion of a specified course as a prerequisite for awarding the MOS in accordance with Department of the Army Pamphlet (DA Pam) 611–21 (Military Occupational Classification and Structure Headquarters Department). Award of the ACASP MOS will not be considered until successful completion of all required training, including prerequisite training if required. b. Paragraph 7–10 (Determination of qualifications and enlistment grades) states: (1) The ACASP applicants must present valid evidence of completion of required civilian training to enlistment authorities. This evidence may include certificates, transcripts, diplomas, union cards, or employment records showing the period of actual work experience, training received, degree of proficiency attained, and a summary of duties and training in a civilian-acquired skill. Training may include successful completion of union, industry, or Government-recognized training or apprenticeship programs. Certificates and diplomas submitted by applicants must bear the original seal of the institution awarding the document or be documented as true copies. (2) Persons who meet training and work experience requirements in accordance with DA Pam 611–21, and satisfy all other enlistment criteria, will be enlisted in the pay grade E–4. (3) Classification interviewers at reception battalions will continue to review individual qualifications. They will identify Soldiers not recruited under the ACASP, but who should be processed under AR 612–201, as it applies to Soldiers with civilian- acquired skills. Soldiers found qualified under ACASP will be referred to the USAREC liaison. c. Paragraph 7–11 (Award of military occupational specialty, enlistment grade, and accelerated promotion) states applicants enlisting under the ACASP will be enlisted in pay grade E–4 if they meet the criteria in DA Pam 611–21. No additional accelerated promotion is authorized unless enlisting in the U.S. Army special bands. (1) Award of the ACASP MOS authorized by the enlistment agreement will be made either with approval of the unit commander or by the training commander for RA personnel, after successful completion of all training required by the enlistment program. For RA applicants, this includes 8 weeks of successful performance in the skill. Requests for award of ACASP MOS will be submitted to the appropriate MOS proponent office by the unit or training commander. After having been awarded the ACASP MOS, promotions will be governed by AR 600–8–19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions). (2) The commander with authority to promote may take action to deny award of the MOS for which the applicant enlisted. The commander will be guided in this determination by duty requirements of the Soldier's MOS as described in DA Pam 611–21. Reasons for denial of MOS may be any misconduct during the proficiency-training period or failure to demonstrate minimum required level of performance for the MOS. The Soldier must be advised in writing by the commander of the reason for denying the award of the MOS. A record of this counseling, including basis and results (for example, audition scores for band persons), will be entered in the Soldier's official record as a permanent document. The Soldier will indicate on the counseling statement that he or she has read the statement and has or has not submitted a statement in his or her own behalf. (3) Denial of award of MOS to ACASP Soldiers for reasons cited in paragraph 7–12e will not constitute a breach of enlistment contract or agreement, nor result in an unfulfilled enlistment commitment. Commander will generate reclassification action on the affected Soldier according to his or her aptitude scores coupled with the needs of the Army. d. Paragraph 7–15 (Processing procedures) states processing procedures as outlined in an applicant's selected enlistment option will apply. Also, procedures outlined below will be followed for all ACASP applicants: (1) Recruiters will review and verify each applicant's qualifications before sending him or her to a guidance counselor. Guidance counselor will verify qualifications and complete necessary enlistment forms and processing. (2) Each applicant will submit documents that verify intent to enter civilian schooling, length and successful completion of education, training, and experience for the applicable skill. These documents must bear the original seal of the issuing agency or be certified as a true copy. 2. DA Pam 611–21 (Military Occupational Classification and Structure Headquarters Department) contains information on the classification of individuals by identifiers and classification of positions (duty position title, identifier(s) and grade in requirements and authorization documents). It shows in Table 9-1, the MOS 88M is approved for ACASP and shows the requirements as: Table 9-1 MOS' Approved for the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) MOS Title ACASP Prerequisites # weeks additional training required at MOS producing school 88M Motor Transport Operator Must have 2 years of experience as a commercial driver and possess a Valid state Commercial Driver's License (Class A/B CDL). 4 weeks AIT //NOTHING FOLLOWS// ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20210007686 1 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1