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ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 15-011
LEADERSHIP SELECTION
ANNOUNCEMENT
OPENING DATE: 15 December 2014
CLOSING DATE: 15 January 2015
POSITION TITLE: Command Sergeant Major
LOCATION: Recruiting and Retention Battalion, North Little Rock, AR
** THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO AGR SOLDIERS IN THE RANK OF SGM AND
MSG/1SG**
AREA OF CONSIDERATION
(1) Current Sergeants Major (in AGR Status) in the Arkansas Army National Guard who holds the
MOS of 79T and meet all criteria listed in the qualification requirements.
(2) Any promotable Master Sergeant/1SG (in AGR Status) in the Arkansas Army National Guard
who holds the MOS of 79T and meet all criteria listed in the qualification requirements.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Sergeant Major: Must possess the MOS of 79T Must be capable and possess the leadership skills
needed to be a Command Sergeant Major. Must have completed the Sergeant Majors Academy or
enroll in the Sergeant Majors Academy. Must meet height/weight and APFT standards. Must not be
flagged for any reason.
Promotable Master Sergeants/First Sergeant: Must be on the current standing promotion list.
Must possess the MOS of 79T Must have or be able to obtain a secret security clearance. Must be
capable and possess the leadership skills need to be a Command Sergeant Major. Must have
completed the Sergeant Majors Academy or enroll in the Sergeant Majors Academy. Must be able
to complete a 3 year service obligation before reaching the maximum age requirements. Must meet
height/weight and APFT standards. Must not be flagged for any reason.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Soldier must be available for interview on 30 January 2015, time to be determined. Soldier will
appear in dress uniform. Soldiers will be contacted by phone to schedule a time for interview.
PLACEMENT FACTORS
Working knowledge of the following systems are highly encouraged: ARISS, Leader Zone, Data
Warehouse, VULCAN, DPRO, DTMS, RMS, and all Microsoft Office programs. Must fully
understand the enlistment process, which includes all regulatory guidance. Skill in making contacts,
interviews, and counseling. Knowledge of marketing or working with publicity material. Ability to
speak in front of large groups. Ability to work with diverse groups. Skill in working with regulations or
applying policy. Skill in sales or training. Typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) is desirable.
Selectee will be subject to uncommon tours of duty, rotational shift assignments and overtime duty.
May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft for Temporary Duty (TDY) purposes. Must
meet the requirements of AR 600-9 (height/weight). Must meet the requirements of chapter 3 as per
AR 40-501, and pass the Army Physical Fitness Test on a semi-annual basis. Upon selection, will
be assigned to the Recruiting and Retention Command, Camp Robinson, North Little Rock and
assigned to a compatible military position in MOS 79T. Must reside or agree to move within
commuting distance of the position. Soldiers will meet the minimum criteria of NGR 600-200.
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SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The incumbent serves as the full time Command Sergeant Major (CSM) directly supervising the
Battalion Senior Personnel NCO and Senior Supply NCO. The incumbent is responsible for
providing assistance throughout the battalion in achieving annual TAG End Strength goals for the
AR ARNG. As the CSM, serves as the Senior Retention NCO in the organization. Emphasizes
strength maintenance (SM) responsibilities to Sergeants Major, First Sergeants, Front Line Leaders
(FLLs), and others in the NCO support channel, provides guidance. Ensures that the
Noncommissioned Officer Development Program (NCODP) includes SM training and emphasizes
the role of FLLs. Emphasizes SM during all unit visits and inspections, placing special emphasis on
attrition management and retention related activities. Advises commanders and unit leaders on all
actions and events that affect SM. Ensures the development and execution of the Unit Sponsorship
Program to assimilate new or incoming Soldiers into the unit and Recruit Sustainment Program
(RSP). Ensures that interviews and counseling are conducted on time and to standard to uncover
and overcome challenges or obstacles to retaining each Soldier in the ARNG. Ensure that the
communication flow of information from the company leadership to the individual Soldier and family
member is properly executed. Implements/assigns attrition/retention goals in NCO evaluation
reports to ensure accountability of the goals to theses leaders. Ensures that retention and attrition
training is conducted using the full spectrum retention tools available through the RRC and the
Retention Management System (RMS). Uses the Director’s Strength Readiness Overview (DSRO)
to maintain visibility of the unit’s strength readiness posture. Serves as the overall NCOIC of the
State RSP and reports actions and status to the RRC and State Command Sergeant Major. Serves
as the Commander’s representative in supervising those aspects vital to operations determined by
the Commander. The Commander and CSM engage in regular dialogue to stay in synch with where
the unit is going and how it will get there. The CSM is the senior enlisted trainer and primarily
responsible for training and coaching one level down. Develops a performance review process that
measures job performance and outlines the courses of action to be followed when any member of
the RRC fails to maintain duty proficiency or perform to established standards. Manages the
placement of Recruiting and Retention NCOs (RRNCOs) throughout the state by coordinating with
HRO and being a part of hiring boards, as well as, command directed moves throughout the
battalion. Reports to the RRC to enhance the professional development and proficiency for the
RRBN. Performs other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PACKET DOCUMENTATION
Soldiers should scan and email the following documents to ng.ar.ararng.list.enlistedpromotions@mail.mil no later than 1600 hours on the closing date listed on this announcement. The
application packet can also be submitted in person at Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel Office,
Building 7202, Camp Robinson, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72199-9600.
INCOMPLETE
APPLICATIONS AND SOLDIERS WHO DO NOT MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The Soldiers performance file for the Official Military Personnel File
will be evaluated. Soldiers will interview for this position on 30 January 2015. The Enlisted
Branch will contact each qualified Soldier to coordinate time.
a. ARNG Leadership Selection Board Checklist
b. Biographical Sketch (NGR 600-200)
c. Updated Enlisted Record Brief (ERB)-located at
https://arngg1.ngb.army.mil/Portal/Default.aspx
d. DA 705 (last 4 scores) along with DA 3349 if alternate event
e. DA 5500-R/5501-R (if applicable)
f. Weapons Qualification Score Card (Most Recent)
g. Any documents that are not in your OMPF that you believe will have an impact on your
selection.
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ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 15-011
The following documents will be reviewed from your Official Military Personnel File
(https://iperms.hrc.army.mil/rms/login-paa)
a. NCO Evaluation Reports (DA 2166-8)
b. Certificates of Completion (CRS CMPL 40)
c. Service School Academic Evaluation Reports (DA 1059)
d. Awards (AWD DOC and DA 638)
e. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD 214 and DD 220)
f. Transcript of Credit for Civilian College/University/Trade/Business Schools
(TRNSCRPTS)
h. DA Photograph (DA PHOTO)
POC for Announcement: SSG Teffanie T. Crawford at (501) 212-4062 or
teffanie.t.crawford.mil@mail.mil