What about incentive pay for those in Company/Battalion/Brigade or equivalent Command positions?
1SG
Command
CSM
This is a good question and i know you're just stirring the pot...Ultimately incentivizing these positions monetarily may have negative results, people should seek these positions because they want them not because they will receive extra pay. 1SG Michel hit it right on the head.
I worked long hours as a commander and so did my 1SG. I was prior enlisted and have 16 years of AFS, and by far company command was the most rewarding experience of my career, and I doubt anything will ever compare to it.
Additional responsibility and longer work hours is inherent in these positions. How would it look to our Soldiers if we received extra pay to "Lead", its our job.
While I think I understand what you are saying, I would pose this....
1. Yes, they put in many long additional hours.
2. Yes, it may be a bit additional draw to fill these positions
HOWEVER, here is what I think:
1. Leaders that WANT to be leaders will volunteer for these positions.
2. It would help keep out pay seekers (those that will do any job for a couple extra bucks.
3. We all know that with little exception, if you have a desired goal (example: general officer, or SMA), there are certain things you MUST do to show you are up to the job.... leadership at a wide variety of levels is must. You must lead a company, BN, Brigade, etc...you get the jest....you must show competence in leading troops before you move up. If you have a goal of SFC or Lt Col as a top end goal, you will not have to put in as many additional hours as you will have sold yourself short in one regard or another...and I realize that not EVERYONE will make their goals.... Leaders lead because they want to/are found good at it. Even if you don't have additional pay, those that want these positions will move towards them.
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