My Board File <p>So, when it comes time for the FY 15 SFC Board, I'll be in my secondary zone.  I've been on top of my OMPF since very early on, my ERB is straight, do my DA Photo...I know this seems very premature, but when and how do I go about ch...

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So, when it comes time for the FY 15 SFC Board, I'll be in my secondary zone. I've been on top of my OMPF since very early on, my ERB is straight, do my DA Photo...I know this seems very premature, but when and how do I go about checking my board file? I'm a very detail oriented person, so I'd like to be checking it through out the year.

I've been to the Records Portal and clicked the "My Board File" link and nothing shows, it says "No Records".

To be honest, I've never once received NCOPD about Senior Enlisted Promotion Boards. Everything I know is self-taught in that department; mainly I like what I do in the military and want to be as proactive as possible in advancing so that I can continue to serve.

Any and all advice is welcomed.

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You won't have anything in MyBoardFile until the MILPER message for the upcoming SFC board is published.  The MILPER message will give the time period that you have to update your records...that is when you will see documents in MyBoardFile.  <div><br></div><div>Centralized boards generally have 2-3 minutes to review each candidate, given the amount of records that they must screen every day.  That means that you must be sure that your ERB is free of errors, awards on ERB match your DA photo, APFT date/score match your latest NCOER, wpn qual date is current as of the time that the board convenes, and you must be proactive WRT your NCOERs.  Weak or unquantifiable excellence bullets to support an excellence rating hurt you, as do S/R comments that are not quantifiable. </div><div><br></div><div>You want comments like "best of 7 SFCs that I senior rate" not just promote now.  Pay attention to recommended schools:  you want your S/R to recommend schools that are DA-select.  Finally, ensure that your rather and S/R speak with one voice.  If your rather recommends that your next position should be 1SG, you want your S/R to mention that, as well.</div><div><br></div><div>BLUF, if you make sure that the data on your records is current/accurate, you have a diverse background in duty assignments and duty positions, perform exceptionally well in those positions, you have a good chance of being selected b/c your records will indicate that you are well-rounded.  Perform your duties to the best of your ability, and strive to be better every day.  Don't forget that every action you take/decision you make impacts a Soldier.</div><div><br></div><div>Good luck.</div>

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SGM Dugan thanks for the advice!

I'm very proactive with everything I do, and even if my rater doesn't keep a 2166-8-1, I do and I set my own goals and share them with my Rater and Senior Rater. I learned early on that a 1/1 NCOER without substance is worthless; my squad leader paid someone to write my first NCOER and it was full of fluff...since then I haven't settled for things like that.

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Posted 12 y ago

This is a topic your CSM will likely cover within his Professional Developments within your unit, if not then suggest the topic. If, however, your seeking self development there are many sources available, I will drop a couple links for you below.

Something to consider is reviewing previous board AARs (early - like now) and ensure your records really are together that the ERB is error free (and consistant with the rest of your records). You are not wrong by starting at the Enlisted Promotions branch and looking there for the latest promotion board AARs, and don't stop at just the SFC selection AAR, look also at the MSG and SGM AARs as well, it's a great habit for you and your subordinates to ensure you are as competitive as you can be.

The following link to choose your CMF and it will provide some regulatory information that board members will review: http://www.armyreenlistment.com/ncopd-guide.html

Additionally, AUSA provides some good information as well: http://www.ausa.org/resources/nco/training/careeradvancement/preparingforpromotions/Pages/PreparingforCentralizednoncommissionedBoards.aspx

Preparing for Centralized noncommissioned Boards

Recommendations on preparing for centralized noncommissioned officer boards. The information provided is drawn from discussions with senior noncommissioned officers who have participated in centralize...

DA Pam 600-25, NCO Professional Development Guide (Updates)

10 Years Army Strong for Soldiers and Families

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CSM Uhlig,

Thanks so much for the resources! I've definitely been reading through 600-25 lately as I was trying to piece all of this together. And I will definitely check the AAR's, I usually just hear some of the talking points from them but I'll be sure to read them in full.

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03 April 2015 you will be able to access your My Board File. Its pretty simple once you get in. They pretty much take your OMPF and break it down for you into sections to make it easy for the board members. All you need to do is make sure everything is in your OMPF, ERB is update and matches whats in your OMPF, and a correct DA Photo that matches your ERB.

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