Will the Navy Look Past My Past Drug Use When It Comes to Jobs?
Question by nymphognome: Will the navy look past my past drug use when it comes to jobs?
I’m joining the Navy and several of the jobs that I want have a requirement that there be “no history of drug abuse” for example aviation electronics. I can not hide my prior drug use because I have a simple possession charge from 7 years ago. I have never had a drug problem and have only used occasionally in social situations. Since I made the decision to join the military a year and a half ago I have refused when presented the option. My recruiter said that my history will bar me from getting those jobs when I enlist but in two years I may be able to retrain in one of those fields if I have a good track record. Does anyone know how true this is? I got a 97 on the asvab and other than my horrible vision I am in good shape.
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Answer by Nick
if its what you really want and your recruiter is telling you you have to wait then you should just wait because trying to push it can only ruin your chances
Answer by Rodger
Unfortunately, it isn’t what you are doing today that is in your way. It is what you did. Our past actions can and will impact our future, and you just found that out. Trying to un-do what has been done isn’t going to work. It is time to move forward.
If your passionate about service then you should take what is offered, and retrain down the road. While what I said earlier is true, once you are in they look at you as a sailor, versus you as a civilian. Take the two years to prove yourself, get solid ratings and show how serious you are to serve and they will open the pathway to your dream job.
Good luck. This is a wonderful chance to fix a past mistake by building a current life filled with pride and honorable service. I wish you well.
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