Posted on May 11, 2014
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Ok, I am stuck in a 20 level spot. I moved from Campbell to Lewis to gain a 30 level. Left on deployment came back was getting trained up and heard rumor of some one taking the spot I was getting trained up on. My ERB did not say 30 level. The SSG came in and acquired his position. I am now on the floor turning wrenches (what I love doing). My question is what should my next move be I don't like being behind a desk but would like to move up to warrant or SSG and have my own shop. Lend me your knowledge.
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SGM Matthew Quick
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Go to the board, get recommended for promotion, acquire enough promotion points and get promoted to SSG.
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SFC Motor Sergeant
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I wish it was that easy MSG, gaining point to get 798 is rough, but you are right I am going to the board when I get back to the states.
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CSM Michael J. Uhlig
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you are in the 160th so I know you are physically fit, mentally tough and emotionally stable....get your physical completed and request Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS)....you evidently want the challenge and this sounds like it would fit the bill on all levels.
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SFC Motor Sergeant
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Thanks CSM I will look into that along with the others such as KAG, SMU and SOLC
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This Marine does not understand your levels, is this like a video game? :D no seriously, give me a hip pocket class on this level thing you speak of.
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MSgt Keith Hebert
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If I remember correctly they are identifiers denoting skill and management
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MSG Visual Information Operations Chief
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SSgt, each skill level pertains to what basic tactical/technical skills a soldier should know. Training and Doctrine Command TRADOC establishes basic warrior task and drill for each rank (skill level). Commanders have the authority to add certain skills and drill base on the Unit METL.
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GySgt (Other / Not listed)
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So if I am a SSG and is level 2O, i'm undertrained? Probably won't get promoted? I should be at level 4O?
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MSG Visual Information Operations Chief
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If you are SSG filling a Skill level 2O slot you are working at the SGT Level. Not necessarily under trained just not working at the appropriate skill level because of Unit needs. Now as a SSG you dont want to work anything below Skill level 3O = Squad Leader/Section NCOIC.
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