Define the Role of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) SHOW SLIDE 1: DEFINE THE ROLE OF THE NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER (NCO) ADMINISTRATIVE DATA: Academic Hours/Methods 0 hr/5 min Introduction 1 hr / 40 min Conference / Discussion 0 hr/5 min Summary 2 hrs Total Hours INTRODUCTION: Method of Instructions: Conference / Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36 Time of Instruction: 5 mins Media: Large Group Instruction Throughout this lesson, solicit from students the challenges they experienced in the operational environment (OE) and what they did to resolve them. Encourage students to apply at least one of the critical variables: Political, Military, Economic, Social, Information, Infrastructure, Physical Environment and Time (PMESII-PT). INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDANCE. NOTE: Motivator: Understanding the NCOs roles and responsibilities will enable NCOs to have maximum time to accomplish their missions!

Terminal Learning Objective Action: Define the Role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Conditions: In a classroom environment student are given a brief on the role of the NCO and awareness of Operational Environment (OE). Standard: Ensure students understand and can communicate the role of the Noncommissioned Officer. Lesson Outcome: At the conclusion of this lesson, officers will learn the roles of the Army’s NCOs. 21ST Century Soldier Competencies Character and accountability Lifelong learner Teamwork and Collaboration Communication and engagement Tactical and technical competence SHOW SLIDE 2: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE NOTE: Inform the students of the Terminal Learning Objective (TLO) requirements. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with DA PAM 385-30, Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DD Form 2977 DD Form 2977 DELIBERATE RISK ASSESMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW TRADOC Regulation 350-29.   RISK ASSESSMENT LEVEL. Low. ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT. Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL- RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT. Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK.  EVALUATION: NA INSTRUCTIONAL LEAD-IN. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of NCOs and its relationship with other HR Core Competencies and Key Functions is critical to your success as an HR Professional. This lesson provides an overview of doctrinal responsibilities, philosophies, and objectives for defining the roles of the Noncommissioned Officer.

CPL – SGT – SSG - SFC SHOW SLIDE 3: CPL- SGT – SSG – SFC Corporal is the base level of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) ranks. Corporals serve as team leader of the smallest Army units. Like Sergeants, they are responsible for individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of Soldiers. Sergeants typically command a fire team of around five Soldiers. Sergeants oversee Soldiers in their daily tasks, and are expected to set an example and standard for Privates to live up to. A Staff Sergeant commands a squad (nine to 10 Soldiers). Often, a Staff Sergeant will have one or more Sergeants under his or her leadership. They are responsible for developing, maintaining and utilizing the full range of a Soldier’s potential. SHOW SLIDE 3: CPL- SGT – SSG – SFC NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION Learning Step / Activity 1. Define the Role of Noncommissioned Officers Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36 Time of Instruction: 1 hr, 40 mins Media: Large Group Instruction Corporal-is the base level of the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) ranks. Corporals serve as team leader of the smallest Army units. Like Sergeants, they are responsible for individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of Soldiers. Sergeants typically command a fire team of around five Soldiers. Sergeants oversee Soldiers in their daily tasks, and are expected to set an example and standard for Privates to live up to. Staff Sergeant commands a squad (nine to 10 Soldiers). Often, a Staff Sergeant will have one or more Sergeants under his or her leadership. They are responsible for developing, maintaining and utilizing the full range of a Soldier’s potential. Sergeant First Class serves as the key assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, the Sergeant First Class generally has 15 to 18 years of Army experience. Sergeant First Class serves as the key assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, the Sergeant First Class generally has 15 to 18 years of Army experience.

MSG – 1SG –SGM - CSM SHOW SLIDE 4: MSG-1SG-SGM-CSM The Master Sergeant is the principal Noncommissioned Officer at the battalion level or higher. The First Sergeant is the principal NCO and life-blood of a company. He is the disciplinarian and counselor. He instructs other Sergeants, advises the commander and helps train all enlisted Soldiers. They assists officers at the company level (62 to 190 Soldiers). Sergeant Major’s service as the chief administrative assistants for an Army headquarters, but there sphere of influence regarding leadership is generally limited to those directly under their charge. They are key enlisted members of staff elements at battalion level or higher. SHOW SLIDE 4: MSG-1SG-SGM-CSM NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION The Master Sergeant is the principal Noncommissioned Officer  at the battalion level or higher. The First Sergeant is the principal NCO and life-blood of a company. He is the disciplinarian and counselor. He instructs other Sergeants, advises the commander and helps train all enlisted Soldiers.  They assists officers at the company level (62 to 190 Soldiers). Sergeant Major’s service as the chief administrative assistants for an Army headquarters, but there sphere of influence regarding leadership is generally limited to those directly under their charge.  They are key enlisted members of staff elements at battalion level or higher. Command Sergeant Major are the senior enlisted advisors to the Commanding Officer.  They carry out policies, standards, and advise the commander on performance, training, appearance, and conduct of enlisted. Command Sergeant Major are the senior enlisted advisors to the Commanding Officer. They carry out policies, standards, and advise the commander on performance, training, appearance, and conduct of enlisted.

Sergeant Major of the Army There’s only one Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA). The SMA oversees all Noncommissioned Officers. SMA serves as advisor and consultant to the Chief of Staff of the Army (a four star General). SHOW SLIDE 5: SERGEANT MAJOR OF THE ARMY NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION There’s only one Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA). The SMA oversees all Noncommissioned Officers. SMA serves as advisor and consultant to the Chief of Staff of the Army (a four star General).

Charge to the Newly Promoted Noncommissioned Officer SHOW SLIDE 6: CHARGE TO THE NEWLY PROMOTED NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION

SHOW SLIDE 7: UNITED STATES ARMY NCO CREED NOTE: PANEL DISCUSSION

Check on Learning 1. Which NCO serves as the life blood and disciplinary of a company? CPL SSG 1SG SFC 2. Which NCO has principle responsibility for developing, maintaining, and utilizing the full range of the Soldier? SGM SHOW SLIDE 8: CHECK ON LEARNING 1. – C (1SG) 2. – B (SSG)

Questions? SHOW SLIDE 9: QUESTIONS Ask the students if they have any questions. Clarify any points that were not understood.

Terminal Learning Objective Action: Define the Role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Conditions: In a classroom environment student are given a brief on the role of the NCO and awareness of Operational Environment (OE). Standard: Ensure students understand and can communicate the role of the Noncommissioned Officer. Lesson Outcome: At the conclusion of this lesson, officers will learn the roles of the Army’s NCOs. 21ST Century Soldier Competencies Character and accountability Lifelong learner Teamwork and Collaboration Communication and engagement Tactical and technical competence SHOW SLIDE 10: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE NOTE: RESTATE TLO, LESSON OUTCOME, 21ST SOLDIER COMEPTENCIES SUMMARY Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:36 Time of Instruction: 5 mins Media: Large Group Instruction FEEDBACK REQUIREMENTS: Feedback is essential to effective learning. Schedule and provide feedback on the evaluation and any information to help answer students’ questions about the test. Provide remedial training as needed.