How to Transition and become a US Army Noncommissioned Officer Slide 1 References Army Field Manual (FM) 7-22.7: Army Non-Commissioned Officer Guide Slide 2 NCO Transition • The transition from an enlisted soldier to a NCO is a historical tradition • Transition from one that was cared for to one who cares for others • Transition from one who was taught to one that teaches, prepares for and supervises tasks. Slide 3 NCO Transition • You will do the job you have been trained to do – lead soldiers. • You must speak with your own voice when giving orders • Treat each soldier the same and give the respect he deserves, as you will expect to receive same treatment in return. Slide 4 NCO Transition • Remember that you are now responsible and accountable for your soldiers • Total commitment from those selected to lead, train and care for its soldiers • Being an NCO is extremely rewarding. • An honor and a privilege • Never forget awesome responsibility. Slide 5 NCO Creed The “NCO Creed” is a code of conduct used to educate enlisted leaders about their responsibilities and authority. Slide 6 NCO Creed No one is more professional than I. I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of soldiers. As a noncommissioned officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as “the Backbone of the Army.” I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the military service and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. Slide 7 NCO Creed I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit or personal safety. Competence is my watch-word. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind – accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to remain technically and tactically proficient. I am aware of my role as a noncommissioned officer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. Slide 8 NCO Creed All soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I know my soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment. Slide 9 NCO Creed Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. Slide 10 NCO Creed I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Officers, leaders! Slide 11 Leader Development Slide 12 Professional Development • Self-development is life-long, standardsbased, competency driven process • Complements institutional and operational experiences to provide personal and professional development. • Accomplished through structured and nonstructured, technical and academic learning experiences Slide 13 Professional Development • Self-development includes structured and self-motivated development tasks. • Tailored towards building the basic leader skills and closely tied with unit NCO Development Programs. • Self-motivated development activities help senior NCO develop organizational leadership skills. Slide 14 Questions?
