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SUBJECT: UPDATES TO THE AR 623-3 AND DA PAM 623-3 1. Purpose: To specify changes and information to THE AR 623-3 AND DA PAM 623-3 2. Facts: a. Provides evaluation reporting policy guidance specific to USAR and ARNG Soldiers in appendices rather than chapters (appendices G and H) b. Requires all requests for exceptions to policy regarding rating chains and/or senior rater rank/grade designation to be approved by HQDA at the beginning of the rating period. c. Specifies when rated soldiers are eligible to receive evaluation reports. d. Updates responsibilities of the rated Soldier and rating officials. e. Increases the minimum requirements for rating officials on USAR (Troop program unit) and ARNG (Man-Day) NCOERS. f. Makes the use of social

The importance of the role of the Human Resource (HR) Sergeant in the Profession of Arms is vital to the overall HR mission. I have recently read an Article by CW2 Kymila K. Cheese called the Role of the AG NCO which states “HR NCO’s must maintain the following tasks: train, lead, and take care of soldiers,” but in order for the Human Resource NCOs to understand those important factors They must possess ability to understand three dynamic concepts such as what it means to be a professional, balancing role of the profession’s leaders, and the Army’s professional culture.

Recommendation to correct this issue would be to publish clear guidance for Commanders at all levels by defining what “best qualified” means or to repeal the tri-signed memo. Furthermore, providing clarity to the Commanders would remove the subjectivity from what “best qualified” means for the commanders who decide a Soldier 's career is what our Soldiers deserve that have deployed several times to protect the freedoms we all have come to enjoy. The tri-signed memo mentions, Commanders will evaluate Soldiers, according to the “whole Soldier” concept. According to (Army Regulation, AR 601-280, 2011) this includes recent or repetitive punishment, low line or aptitude scores, low evaluation reports, slow rank progression, potential for continued service for use in a combination or by themselves. Defining what “best qualified” translates to or just following regulatory guidance Commanders would remove the question and the subjectivity from potentially this life-altering event of deciding who stays and who goes. After recognizing, the ethical conflict, leaders could evaluate their options by looking through the three ethical lenses. Commanders can utilize the ethical lenses of rule-based, virtue-based, and outcome-based to get multiple perspectives to come to a well-informed decision.

The Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Corps needs help in the promotion process or the future of the NCO Corps will be in danger of having well educated NCO’s without job-related experience. It has automatic promotions for lower enlisted soldiers, letting them get promoted without knowing military or job-related items. NCOs’ can get promoted in the current process without even doing their job as long as they know how to get by a promotion board. NCO’s only had to memorize some regulations, field manuals, and a few Creeds to pass a promotion board. The promotion boards do not even ask job-related questions to see if the NCO knows anything about his current position. The current promotion process uses a points system and holds soldiers back from getting promoted. The point system is broken down but puts too much emphasis on certain areas which have nothing to do with their current position. This current promotion system has to change just like the way the military is asking NCO’s to change and become more civilian-educated.

Outstandingly, American Non-commissioned officers have performed commendably in their discharge of their duties worldwide. Every soldier is entitled with NCO who ensures that all soldiers get good and professional training from experienced and qualified experts. NCO is also mandated to identify leaders from soldiers who can effectively perform in small-units. Hence it is very essential for the non commissioned officer to be empowered with knowledge and technique on how to carry out these duties effectively asserts that excellent leaders understand their soldiers' strength and weaknesses Basically, it is the role of non commissioned officer to employ knowledge and skills they have acquired through the many years of service in planning and decision making stages in the Army. In line with this, the US government is taking initiatives to empower the non-commissioned

The disparity between officers and non-commissioned officers (NCO) in the military still prevails on the social and professional levels. The major issue of the relationship between these groups of men is considered an issue of class structure which is attributed to the differences in the educational levels between them. NCOs are treated in the same manner as a low category enlisted men and as such do not serve as a bridge between the enlisted men and officers. This wide social gap tends to make the learning process imprudent and ineffective. Many of the NCOs usually

Commissioned Officers are the stewards of the military profession. They are the problem solvers, managers, and planners who lead Enlisted Soldiers in all situations. Officers are trusted with the welfare, morale, and professional development of the Soldiers under their command. Indicative of that trust, the Army grants Officership to only the most qualified, talented men and women. Transitioning from a Non-commissioned Officer to a Commissioned Officer demands an understanding of these new responsibilities. My personal and professional backgrounds have influenced my understanding of the responsibilities of a Commissioned Officer. Specifically, as Commissioned Officers we must be skilled in communication, ensure the welfare of those under our

The core leader competency ‘Develops’ is broken into four key objectives: create a positive environment, prepare self, develop others and be a steward of the profession. The behaviors associated with these objectives are essential to the successful implementation of the Army SHARP program. Creating a positive environment decreases the risks of disciplinary issues in general. When an NCO is familiar with the required reporting procedures and available support programs they can more effectively train their Soldiers in what needs to be done given a situation that requires intervention. By passing the knowledge of how to handle situations to subordinates a NCO is ensuring the next generation of leaders carry on the ideals of the profession. When all of these objectives are met the unit becomes an environment where all personnel can be assured that not only their leaders, but also their peers will be invested in their wellbeing.

For a Soldier to become an expert and encompass the values of a professional, they must have a role model who was able to instill these attributes for them early in their career to become a well-rounded individual and Soldier to mold future generation of Soldiers. Junior Soldiers take after what they see and how they are treated by their junior and senior Non-Commissioned Officer’s (NCO’s), and if they are exposed to great leadership, mentorship and discipline there is a significant chance of them exuding the same values to their junior Soldiers when they become NCO’s and assume the responsibility that comes with the rank.

The NCRC is extremely important due to how much information is written. It is important to be able to consume the information and understand. It shows a level of patience and attention to detail when we understand what is being presented before us. Also, if you look at an application for a position and are rushing through so you can fill it quickly. Consequently, will be errors made because something simple was overlooked. Another example, is many interviews have you take an ethics test; which reiterates many of the questions in 20 different ways. imagine answering, "Yes I have done cocaine because you didn't the question stated, " In the course of your life have you done cocaine?" When the question back at the beginning

In recent years, the Army Corps of Non-Commissioned Officers has exhibited signs of decline in both effectiveness and professionalism. The Corps of Non-Commissioned Officers has faced many challenges that are unprecedented in the history of military service including a core shift in the societal values toward a confused and submissive populous creating a pool of potential Soldiers entering service without the mental or physical toughness to make the transition to military life and be successful. This creates a series of new and difficult challenges for the modern military attempting to integrate, train and successfully produce a quality NCO to lead the Army in the coming years. The Army has begun the recognize changes in the civilians entering military service and is struggling to develop and integrate doctrine and training standards that will produce a viable group of NCOs capable of continuing the leadership and traditions developed in the Army during its existence.

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Because of this inherent hierarchal quality, respect must be established between the ranks to ensure that tactical operations continue to fit within a strategic plan. Additionally, in order to successfully mobilize a military, some sort of structure must be enforced to ensure critical elements such as communication, discipline, and accountability are properly maintained. If hierarchal respect, particularly in the sense of customs and courtesies is not maintained, the effectiveness and efficiency of a military is inhibited. In combat situations, if this respect is not well established, it can put the lives of soldiers in danger. Furthermore, in most cases NCOs have more combat experience or, at least, more experience in their MOS. In this sense they are better equipped to lead lower enlisted soldiers into combat situations, to protect their soldiers, and to ensure the completion of the mission. This is why they have earned the position of a non-commissioned officer in the first place and should therefore be respected. I can understand the logic behind this point of view.

Not only had I not received an initial counseling from him, but I also was informed that he was not the type to counsel NCO’s within his section. I immediately brought it to his attention that I would prefer to have his expectations of me annotated so that I could progress as needed for a good Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER). After several discussions and several failed attempts I had decided to discontinue my request. Shortly thereafter the word had begun to spread that the brigade would be put on orders to deploy to Afghanistan in the upcoming summer. Numerous training exercises and pre-deployment classes flooded the training schedule in preparation for the

What it Means to Be an NCOEvery year, thousands of newly promoted Non-Commissioned Officers embark on their journey of determining what it means to be an NCO. There is several attributes and competencies outlined in ADP 6-22, for example a leader should have great character, presence, and intellect. This is all very true but to be a great NCO you need to fully understand and find what works for you to be an effective leader. I’ve spent some time thinking what it means to me to be an NCO and I will describe it with my most important traits.Extreme ownership is at the top of my list. This means on any team, in any organization, all responsibility for success and failure rests with the leader. Taking full responsibility for your failures is a