At this juncture, prospects and unit reps begin a detailed dialogue about their respective interests, concerns, and goals. Each notification includes either an officer or unit point of contact. It’s similar to Tinder in that attractive people match more frequently. Interestingly, officers can see which assignments attracted the most attention from other candidates based on “thumbs up” signs. Once this is complete, the system notifies both parties of the successful match. While AIM 2.0 allows for multiple matches, it requires the career coach to bless off on matches based on needs of the Army while also considering career progression for the officer. Additionally, Tinder users may match with multiple love interests simultaneously. Tinder created the double opt-in so that two people will only match when there’s a mutual interest. Once an officer finalizes their assignment preferences, units get a chance to “swipe right” on officers they deem appropriate for their mission needs. Come assignment time, officers rank these options based on preference. AIM 2.0 makes these unit descriptions available to officers who want to peruse their options. Units hoping to seduce talented officers must paint an intriguing picture of assignments beyond the typical duty description. Officers entice potential units with their “profiles” that take the form of a resume-type format controlled by the officer. While the Army system doesn’t involve actual swiping, it does match up parties that show a mutual interest. Second, users must write descriptive profile narratives that show their worth and potential. Units must describe these billets well to attract the right officers. First, commanders and HRC identify officers available to move, which translates into assignments. Step 1 “Swipe.” Like Tinder, AIM 2.0 features two key components before there’s a match made in heaven. The Army adopted this system two years ago and seeks feedback to improve it via the site. Officers identified by Human Resource Command as a mover are considered “in the market.” If this applies to you, try it and provide your feedback. Tinder isn’t perfect and neither is AIM 2.0, but that shouldn’t keep officers from getting excited about this new opportunity. Before, during and after your matching process your branch manager, now more like a coach, will assist by providing Army assignment priorities, and possible matches based on your experience and place along the career path.
Unlike Tinder, AIM 2.0 provides an awkward–albeit well-intentioned–chaperone to escort officers and units throughout their courtship.
According to Tinder’s website, the application allows users to “Match. This system, called the Assignment Interactive Module (AIM) 2.0 is basically the Army’s version of Tinder except instead of connecting daters, AIM 2.0 couples talented officers with available Army jobs. Over the last couple years, the Army has rolled out a new system that allows it to better manage talent while involving active-duty officers in the assignment process.
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