AR 601-1 — Assignment Of Personnel To Army Recruiting Activities
AR 601-1 governs the selection, training, management, assignment, and reassignment of Soldiers serving in recruiting cadre positions.
- Publication number: AR 601-1
- Title: ASSIGNMENT OF PERSONNEL TO ARMY RECRUITING ACTIVITIES
- Date: 02/13/2026
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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It establishes criteria and procedures for enlisted, officer, warrant officer, and AGR recruiting personnel. It requires screening, assessments, training, assignment procedures, and suitability determinations.
Topics covered
- Enlisted recruiter selection
- Officer and warrant officer selection
- Recruiting candidate assessments
- Recruiter suitability criteria
- AGR recruiting assignments
- Recruiting cadre training
Questions and answers
How long is the initial recruiting tour for selected USAR Soldiers?
USAR Soldiers selected for assignment as Army recruiters will serve an initial recruiting tour of 3 years. (paragraph 1-8)
What citizenship status is required for an enlisted Army recruiter?
Be a United States citizen by birth or naturalization, or a lawful permanent resident alien. (paragraph 2-4)
What education is required to qualify as an enlisted Army recruiter?
Be a high school graduate with diploma or possess a high school general education development transcript that reflects successful completion. (paragraph 2-4)
What age range applies to enlisted Army recruiter selection?
Be at least 21 years old, but not more than 39 years old at time of selection (waiver authorized to age 45 by CG, USAREC). (paragraph 2-4)
Is a shaving profile permitted for specified recruiting positions?
Not possess a shaving profile (waiver not authorized). (paragraph 7-4)