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NEWS | April 15, 2024

First Sergeant

Ops Co, 29th ID, Fort Belvoir, 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: Ops Co, 29th ID, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
c.Female assignment eligibility: Yes
d.Position MOS: 11Z5M, 201/03, Position # 03151802
e.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 MLC prior to promotion.
(c)AGR Master Sergeants in the VaARNG currently assigned in E8positions within the JFHQ, TDA unit or higher headquarters in the chain of command are eligible to apply. AGR Master Sergeants, if selected, must become MOSQ within 12 months and will have to obtain a TAG approved Command Leadership Waiver before being assigned to the position. AGR E7’s are not eligible to apply or eligible for promotion through the CLASP program as Per NGR 600-5 para 4-6d (3). Any AGR application must also include a signed memo of understanding from the full time Officer In Charge (OIC).
(d)Technicians who meet eligibility requirements may apply but will require a Command Leadership Waiver if selected.
(2)Must have a minimum of a Secret Security Clearance.
(3)Be a member or eligible to become a member of the VaARNG.
2.How to apply: Interested candidates must submit the documents (nothing stapled) listed below no later than 31 May 2024 to The Adjutant General, ATTN:NGVA-PEO-EP (Enlisted Promotions Manager), Building 316, Fort Barfoot, Blackstone, Virginia 23824-6316. (packets may be emailed to the POC below)
a.Memorandum requesting consideration from Soldier.
b.APFT/ACFT results for the last three years (DA Form 705).
c.Height/weight certificate (within 30 days) from immediate commander. DA Form 5500/5501 (Body Fat Worksheet) within thirty days (if required).
d.MEDPROS printout indicating Periodic Health Assessment is current.
e.Last three DA Forms 2166-8/2166-9 (NCOERs).
f.Verification of Secret Security Clearance from the State Security Manager.
g.Most recent DA 1059 indicating highest military education completed.
h.A copy of their ERB/SRB.i.Letter of recommendation from chain of command (optional).
3.Point of contact is (434) 298-6380 or ng.va.vaarng.mbx.eps@army.mil.