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Can a Squad Leader rate another Squad Leader?
I am an E-5(P) assigned as a squad leader. Is it proper for another squad leader who is an E-6 to rate me?.. Read the Answer»
Do you have a counseling statement example for unit recalls?
What should a counseling statement look like for a unit recall?.. Read the Answer»
Can I change Agree to Disagree on a counseling statement?
Got a counseling statement. I checked the agree box, but now want to change my mind. Can I do this?.. Read the Answer»
How do I ensure my Soldiers get the awards they deserve?
Awards in my unit are being determined in large part by what rank the awardee holds. For instance, an officer who was only here a short time recently PCSed from our unit and received an MSM; a SSG PCSed and received an ARCOM even though he had been here longer and had done volumes more than the Major. He had the responsibility and performance to warrant an MSM, yet he wasn't the "appropriate" rank so he received an ARCOM. To whom should I address this? Help us out here, Top!.. Read the Answer»
Can my unit send me on back-to-back 179 days TCS?
I am active duty in an AC/RC assignment. My unit is trying to TCS me for 179 days then bring me back for a few days and redeploy me for another 179 days. Is this legal?.. Read the Answer»
Is my Soldier entitled to Family Separation Allowance (FSA)?
I have a Soldier who is receiving FSA, but I have been told that his family is with him at his TCS location. What are the qualifiers? This Soldier went to finance and got back-pay for the last 9 months, and FSA is reflected on his LES. Is it dangerous to handle this at the lower level by compelling the Solder to return to finance and pay the money back?.. Read the Answer»
What goes in the Plan of Action block when a Soldier Fails to Report?
I have a Soldier who I counseled for being late but I always have problem with the plan of action and the leaders responsibility block. Do you have any ideas?.. Read the Answer»
Is my corrective training too harsh?
I am an NCO. I showed up to work 8 minutes late. This is the first time I have been late. My corrective training is to show up at the company from 1830-2300 and "do what I am told." Isn't this too harsh for a first offense? They put it on a 4856. If it is corrective training, why is it on a 4856? To top if off, the length of my corrective training is undetermined. Is this right?.. Read the Answer»
Are waivers for Time In Service/Grade still authorized under the new promotion system?
Under the new promotion system are waivers authorized for time in grade and time in service to sergeant and staff sergeant? .. Read the Answer»
Can I join the Army with an expunged record and bad credit?
I am 32 and wanting to join the military. I have an expunged record and my credit is not too good. Should I even bother trying?.. Read the Answer»
What can I do with a Soldier who refuses to finish her medication?
I have a Soldier who was prescribed antibiotics but quit taking them prior to finishing. Can I order her not to consume alcoholic beverages for the remainder of our AT?.. Read the Answer»
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