Chapter 9 Flashcards
Although the enlisted force consists of functionally and operationally specialized Airmen, in order to provide professional development opportunities for all Airmen, there is a compelling need for: (9.2.1.)
a common approach to career progression
What system provides a common approach to career progression and professional development and defines us as Airmen, rather than merely specialists? (9.2.1.)
enlisted force structure
The Air Force core values, Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do, are the basis for _______. (9.2.2.)
Air Force policies, guidance, and overall focus
Which is NOT true about the purpose of the Enlisted Force Structure? (9.3.)
Provides a unique and flexible career structure for each enlisted AFSC
The enlisted force is comprised of ______ distinct and separate tiers, each correlating to increased levels of training, education, technical competence, experience, leadership, and managerial responsibilities. (9.4.)
three
The enlisted force structure is comprised of three distinct and separate tiers: (9.4.)
Airman, NCO, and SNCO
The enlisted force is comprised of three separate tiers: Airman, NCO, and SNCO. Which tier is focused on adapting to the requirements of the military profession, achieving technical proficiency, and learning to be highly productive members of the Air Force? (9.4.1.)
the Airman tier
Which of the three enlisted force structure tiers focuses on SSgts and TSgts who continue their technical growth, become expert hands-on technicians, and serve as first-line supervisors? (9.4.2.)
the NCO tier
Which enlisted force structure tier has a focus on accomplishing the organization’s mission through the skillful use of teams and also concentrates on further developing their teams and people, both technically and professionally? (9.4.3.)
the SNCO tier
The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are: (9.5.)
tactical, operational, and strategic
The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Tactical level of leadership normally applies to: (9.5.1.)
ABs through TSgts
The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Operational Level of leadership normally applies to: (9.5.2.)
MSgts through CMSgts who typically work at the numbered Air Force level and below
The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The majority of the enlisted force will spend their entire careers at: (9.5.2.)
the tactical and operational levels
The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Strategic level normally applies to: (9.5.3.)
CMSgts and a few other SNCOs assigned to higher headquarters
The three leadership and development levels directly correlate to the scope of an enlisted person’s duties and responsibilities. Which level’s primary focus is the strategic leadership and management of the force to best meet current and future requirements? (9.5.3.)
the strategic level
Airmen must accept and execute all duties, instructions, responsibilities, and lawful orders in a timely, efficient manner. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______ of the UCMJ. (9.6.1.)
Article 92
As part of their General Airman Responsibilities, Airmen must strive for and maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To do so, Airmen must: (9.6.2.)
-be technically ready and physically ready-be mentally ready and spiritually ready-meet all predeployment requirements if postured to deploy
_______ readiness is the development of those personal qualities needed to help a person through times of stress, hardship, and tragedy. (9.6.2.4.)
Spiritual
On the topic of Specific Airman Responsibilities, when Airman reach the grade of A1C, they typically earn what skill level? (9.7.3.)
5-skill level
Senior Airmen (SrA) commonly perform as skilled technicians and trainers and begin developing supervisory and leadership skills. SrA may serve as reporting officials: (9.7.4.)
upon completion of Airman Leadership School (ALS)
NCOs have the authority to issue lawful orders appropriate for the completion of their assigned tasks. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______. (9.8.1.)
Article 92 of the UCMJ
As part of their General NCO Responsibilities, NCOs must maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To do so, NCOs must: (9.8.2.)
-be technically ready and physically ready-be mentally ready and spiritually ready-meet all predeployment requirements if postured to deploy
NCOs must maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To be technically ready, NCOs must also attain and maintain a skill level commensurate with _______. (9.8.2.1.)
their rank
If an NCO notices a person is exhibiting behavior indicating he or she may be suicidal, the NCO must _______. (9.8.2.3.4.)
immediately seek assistance and remain with the person until relieved by the proper authority
As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must:
-frequently visit dining facilities, chapels, recreation facilities, dormitories, and enlisted clubs-recognize and reward individuals whose conduct and duty performance exceed established standards-hold subordinates accountable when they do not meet established standards
As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must accept responsibility for and assume the role of leader, if senior in grade. This policy stems from _______. (9.8.3.)
time-honored military customs and traditions
As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must accept responsibility for and assume the role of leader, if senior in grade. Within the same grade, _______ determines seniority. (9.8.3.)
-date of rank (DOR)-total active federal military service date (TAFMSD)-pay date and date of birth (DOB)
Commanders may place NCOs who are lower in rank in charge of other NCOs of the same grade. When placed in charge by commanders, these NCOs have the authority to issue lawful orders appropriate for mission accomplishment. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______. (9.8.10.)
Article 92 of the UCMJ
On the topic of Specific NCO Responsibilities, which rank consists of highly skilled technicians with supervisory and training responsibilities? (9.9.1.)
SSgt
As a specific SNCO responsibility, MSgt-selects should immediately enroll in and complete _______. (9.11.1.)
Course 12 or 14, SNCO PME Distance Learning Course
MSgts are transitioning from technical expert and first-line supervisor to operational leader. MSgts normally operate at the _______ level of leadership. (9.11.1.)
operational
On the topic of Specific SNCO Responsibilities, which rank serves at the operational and strategic levels of leadership, depending on assignment? (9.11.3.)
CMSgt
Enlisted duty titles facilitate a quick understanding of a person’s role and level of responsibility and are assigned based upon: (9.12.)
the scope of responsibility and the duties being performed
The duty title of Supervisor is used for Airmen and NCOs who are first-line supervisors. Airmen will not have the duty title of Supervisor unless: (9.12.1.)
they are at least a SrA, an ALS graduate, and supervise others’ work
The duty title of Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) is used only for _______. (9.12.2.)
NCOs and SNCOs in charge of a workcenter or element
This duty title is used for those whose primary duty is program or functional management (such as Unit Training Management or Resource Management), even if they do not directly supervise personnel. (9.12.2.)
Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC)
The duty title, _______, is typically held by SNCOs whose rank will vary depending upon the size of the section (number of personnel, number of workcenters, and scope of responsibilities). (9.12.3.)
Section Chief
The duty title of Section Chief is used only for _______. (9.12.3.)
NCOs and SNCOs in charge of a section with at least two subordinate workcenters or elements
The duty title, Flight Chief, is used for _______ who are the enlisted leaders of a flight (for example, Flight Chief, Information Systems Flight and Flight Chief, Operations Flight). (9.12.4.)
NCOs and SNCOs
This duty title is used for a CMSgt, and occasionally a SMSgt or MSgt, who is the enlisted leader of a squadron: (9.12.5.)
Squadron Superintendent
Only _______ will hold the duty title of Superintendent or Squadron Superintendent. (9.12.5. and 9.12.6.)
SNCOs
This enlisted duty title is used for SNCOs in charge of group or wing-level functions or in a squadron when having either oversight of functions within other squadrons or within the same squadron: (9.12.6.)
Superintendent
This enlisted duty title is used for NCOs and SNCOs who are program, project, and policy managers at NAF, MAJCOM, DRU, FOA, Joint Staff, or Air Staff levels: (9.12.7.)
Manager
This enlisted duty title is used for CMSgts who are program, project, or policy managers at NAF, MAJCOM, DRU, FOA, Joint Staff, or Air Staff levels: (9.12.8.)
Chief