Is it unfair if the same Soldier/s continuosly gets selected for details/taskings?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 01:56:34 -0400

RAM (Random Anti-Terrorism Measures) Detail is done every month in our unit. For about 7 days out of each month, at different times within a 24hrs period. Is it unfair for the same NCO to have this detail every month? Where in the AR may I find information concerning Soldiers and details, time, etc. (if there is). What are that Soldier's possible options?

Response by SSG James Doherty made Mar 19 at 2014 2:31 AM

SSG James Doherty — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 02:31:22 -0400

SSG Parra,

There is no regulation that prevents the same soldier from being picked for any detail. If you feel that the soldier is being picked because of Race, Color, Gender, etc. either positively or negatively then it is an EO/SHARP violation and that can be found in AR 600-20. If you feel that the soldier is being chosen as reprisal for an incident then it is an issue to bring up with your IG. If you feel they are being chosen as a part of an "initiation" then it is Hazing and also covered by AR 600-20.

Response by 1SG Shane Hansen made Mar 19 at 2014 9:43 AM

1SG Shane Hansen — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 09:43:31 -0400

AR 220-45

"....will ensure that commanders establish standard operating procedures to ensure the equitable assignment of duty and accurately track performance."

Every 1SG, at a minimum, should know this. It will prevent IG complaints and a bad command climate.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Mar 19 at 2014 9:06 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 21:06:15 -0400

Commands, much like electricity, will take the path of least resistance. They are going to use the most dependable, most reliable people because they know they will get the job done. If that's you, it means you're going to be an exploited asset. It's what I've come to call "the price of competence".