The Enlisted Force Structure AFI 36-2618

Overview Philosophy of the Enlisted Force Structure Purpose of the Structure Three-Tier Structure NCO Rank and Authority General NCO Responsibilities Mentoring Subordinates Specific NCO Responsibilities

Philosophy of the Enlisted Force Structure Provide stable career structure Provide professional growth Manage training, education and promotions Reflect AF Core Values

Purpose of the Enlisted Force Structure Define specific enlisted rank responsibilities Establish enlisted rank relationships (how each rank fits into the organization) Determine career progression

Enlisted Force Three-Tier Structure

NCO Rank and Authority NCO’s delegated authority to exercise leadership. NCO’s carry out orders of those appointed over them. NCO’s give orders in the exercise of their duties.

General NCO Responsibilities Consider professional development of their subordinates. Maintain high degree of proficiency. Develop and cultivate leadership skills and professional development. Apply effective supervisory techniques. Possess understanding of AF standards, customs and courtesies. (cont)

General NCO Responsibilities (cont) Ensure proper accountability of property and funds. Execute duties in a timely manner. Plan, develop, conduct and supervise training. Adhere to Safety practices. Support “zero tolerance” for discrimination, sexual harassment, and abuse. (cont)

General NCO Responsibilities (cont) Resolve personnel problems. Counsel and correct inappropriate behavior. Recognize and reward outstanding performance. Implement approved policies, directives, and programs. Provides guidance and direction to subordinates.

Mentoring Subordinates Assist the member in adjusting to CAP environment and unit of assignment. Observe, counsel and correct regarding on- and off-duty performance, professional relationships and personal appearance. Correct marginal or substandard behavior. Appropriately recognize and reward. (cont)

Mentoring Subordinates (cont) Support all unit and wing activities. Provide guidance, direction and training. Promote an overall understanding of all CAP missions. Encourage reading of all CAP Cadet directives. Leave your legacy.

Specific Senior NCO Responsibility CMSgt: Highest enlisted rank--managers and superintendents providing senior enlisted leadership. SMSgt: Performs as superintendents and managers using broad leadership and management skills. MSgt: Functions primarily in craftsman and supervisory positions. (cont)

Specific Senior NCO Responsibility (cont) SNCOs are assigned duties commensurate with their skill level and rank. Responsible for leadership and developing personnel under their supervision. Must be alert to detect adverse morale trends and provide feedback to chain. Establish and maintain rapport and open lines of communication. (cont)

Specific Senior NCO Responsibility (cont) Lead by example for unit, wing and community service involvement. Ensure training violations are not tolerated. Take the lead achieving, maintaining and enforcing personnel appearance standards. Foster a climate that ensures good order and discipline.

Specific NCO Responsibility TSgt: Qualified to perform highly complex technical duties in addition to providing responsible supervision. Obtain maximum subordinate performance and ensure mission accomplishment. Broaden professional expertise and supervisory techniques. (cont)

Specific NCO Responsibility (cont.) SSgt: Primarily craftsmen with certain NCO supervisory responsibility. Supervisory duties differ from those of TSgt only in scope and span of control. Responsible for subordinates and effective accomplishment of assigned tasks.

Summary Philosophy of the Enlisted Force Structure Purpose of the Structure Three-Tier Structure NCO Rank and Authority General NCO Responsibilities Mentoring Subordinates Specific NCO Responsibilities