PCS w/ dependents
Hey all,
Background: I was SMP, going active with Camp Cadre duty before heading to IBOLC. I've got a wife and kids, a dog, and 2 POVs.
My issue: My TDY is dated to end 3 days before my IBOLC report date. This seems inconsistent with my orders, which state: "report date to the PCS location should reflect 30 days prior to the start date of the schooling to ensure sufficient time for receipt and set-up of household goods prior to start date of schooling."
My concern is that I won't have enough time to assist my wife in our PCS across the country to Benning, and we won't have the time/opportunity to move into our on-post housing before my authorized report date.
I've called several people, including my nearest duty station's transportation office and the HR contact # listed on my orders (they only put in an inquiry through IPPSA). I'm also considering flying to Knox, getting a rental car, then flying back to help with the move.
What's the right move here? I understand she can sign a POA and sign off on HHGs. Is she supposed to figure it out herself and move all our kids and dog across country, then move into our new house without my help while I'm on TDY? This seems a bit screwy.