Posted on May 6, 2017
How much weight do Selection Boards put into Generating over Broadening Assignments?
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Whenever someone says "What do I have to do to get promoted to SFC?" the answer is almost always Recruiter, Drill Sergeant, SGL, AIT Platoon Sergeant, etc. My main question is how much weight is put into Generating over Broadening Assignments.
The ACT Career Maps which were recently updated break them down nicely, but do not break down their weight or track. What I mean is generally the assumption is 2 years rated time as a key leader in a line unit then 1 year in a staff assignment makes you competitive so far as it gets you looked at. Then you have to set yourself ahead of your peers with quality ratings outside the Operational realm with other assignments.
I've seen many NCOs who were continuously passed up for promotion (including myself) while at a Broadening Assignment. It wasn't until they requested a Generating Assignment that they were picked up their next look. It seems like Generating Assignments trump most anything, college, certifications, NCOES 1059's and I'd even say NCOER's to an extent.
I'm sure I can't speak for everyone, but why would anyone go to a Broadening Assignment these days?
The ACT Career Maps which were recently updated break them down nicely, but do not break down their weight or track. What I mean is generally the assumption is 2 years rated time as a key leader in a line unit then 1 year in a staff assignment makes you competitive so far as it gets you looked at. Then you have to set yourself ahead of your peers with quality ratings outside the Operational realm with other assignments.
I've seen many NCOs who were continuously passed up for promotion (including myself) while at a Broadening Assignment. It wasn't until they requested a Generating Assignment that they were picked up their next look. It seems like Generating Assignments trump most anything, college, certifications, NCOES 1059's and I'd even say NCOER's to an extent.
I'm sure I can't speak for everyone, but why would anyone go to a Broadening Assignment these days?
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What is the NCO guide for? Have you looked at DA PAM 600-25? What is the must do in your branch? What about the field AAR for the previous SFC selection board? Have you seen the statistics for your branch? I think you should do more research before making assumptions. The position can be worthless if you have below the standard ratings. Sometimes the DA photo itself could be the issue. Is your ERB clean and matches all your records? Too many variables to blame it on broadening assignments alone.
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I am assuming selection boards to mean promotion boards and it was answered perfectly by MSG Anonymous. Individual board members hold prejudice and importance based upon their career and experiences in the military. Each is completely different from the other in opinion allowing a balanced recommendation for promotion. Aviation has basically ditched OUTSIDE of branch broadening due to shortages in primary assigned personnel. To combat that, broadening is encouraged and conducted WITHIN the branch in positions such as CTCs, TRADOC, BCT's and other assignments for all ranks. Again, it's individually based and not directed by the Secretariat.
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Tough question as each board focus is a little different. Try not to stay out of your MOS for extended periods of time, many "opportunities" are looked at as taking a knee.... Your best answer is to understand the board process, ensure EVERYTHING is updated (especially your photo!!!!!!) and be very critical on the AAR's AND how you really rack and stack against the comments (review the AAR's over the last several years)! Ensure you are making yourself as marketable as possible by being eligible for the next rank as well as challenging yourself to be separated from the rest of the field by competing for and gaining admission in the various NCO clubs (SGT Audie Murphy & SGT Morales), civ ed, NCO of the month winner (you ought not be done with these boards yet), PT/HT/WT/Weapons qual... Lastly, swallow your pride and reach out to a couple on the list that you trust and ask them for their help, look at their records and qualifications.
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