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NEWS | April 14, 2024

First Sergeant

C Troop, 2-183d CAV, Virginia Beach, VA

1.This vacancy announcement is for the position of First Sergeant.
a.Projected fill date: On or about 01 July 2024.
b.Unit where vacancy exists: C Troop, 2-183d CAV, Virginia Beach, VA (X58C0)
c.Position MOS, Para/Line: 03004903, 11Z5M, 301/03.
d.Eligibility Criteria:
(1)Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
(a)M-day Soldiers holding the rank of Master Sergeant/E8.
(b)M-Day Soldiers holding the rank of SFC/E7 and meet TIG/TIS eligibility requirements for promotion to E8 and be on the current promotion list. Must be a graduate of Senior Leaders Course and SSD level 4. Additionally, any E7 selected must complete Master Leaders Course prior to promotion.
(c)AGR Master Sergeants in the VaARNG currently assigned in E8 positions within the JFHQ, TDA unit or higher headquarters in the chain of command are eligible to apply. AGR Master Sergeants, if selected, will have to obtain a TAG approved Command Leadership Waiver before being assigned to the position. Per NGR 600-5 para 4-6d(3), AGR E7’s are not eligible for promotion through the CLASP program. Any AGR application must also include a signed memo of understanding from the full-time OIC.
(d)Technicians who meet eligibility requirements may apply but will require a Command Leadership Waiver if selected. (3)Be a member or eligible to become a member of the Virginia Army National Guard.
2. How to apply: Interested candidates must submit the documents listed below no later than 15 May 2024 to The Adjutant General, ATTN: NGVA-PEO-EP-(Enlisted Promotions Manager), Building 316, Fort Pickett, Blackstone, Virginia 23824-6316. (Packets may be emailed to the POC )
a. Memorandum requesting consideration and reason why Soldier wants to be the
C Troop, 2-183d CAV First Sergeant.
b. APFT results for the last three years (DA Form 705 or DTMS print out).
c. Height/weight certificate (within the last thirty days) from immediate commander. DA Form 5500/5501 (Body Fat Worksheet) within thirty days (if required).
d. Current MEDPROS printout reflecting Medical Readiness Condition.
e. Last five DA Form 2166-9-2 (NCOERs).
f. Security Clearance verification from the VaARNG State Security Manager.
g. A validated copy of the Soldier’s ERB/SRB.
h. Most recent DA Form 1059 indicating highest military education completed.
i. Letter of recommendation from Soldier’s chain of command. (Optional)
3. Point of contact is (434) 298-6380