chief Master Sergeant

Areas of Focus for CMSgt

(The Brown Book) Enlisted Force Structure

Senior Noncommissioned Officers: This tier preserves our legacy and heritage by focusing on leading teams and shaping the future force. The ranks consist of Master Sergeant (MSgt), Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt), and Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt). As Senior Noncommissioned Officers progress in this tier, they actively integrate subordinates’ talents, skills, and abilities with other teams to effectively accomplish the mission. Additionally, they seek joint and interagency professional development opportunities to build partnership capacity. Senior Noncommissioned Officers should be highly proficient at the Airman Leadership Qualities and have a comprehensive knowledge of the foundational competencies operating at the advanced and expert levels. All Senior Noncommissioned Officers mentor their subordinates and peers through continual education, training, and experience to develop ready and disciplined teams. They also play a unique and critical role in developing and advising officers to lead teams successfully.

  • Chief Master Sergeant. Serve in the highest enlisted grade and hold strategic leadership positions with tremendous influence at all levels of the Air Force.


Senior NCO Responsibilities (The Brown Book, page 17):

  • Developing Self

  • Developing Others

  • Developing Ideas

  • Developing Organizations

Development Path:

  • Pursue higher-level education (Bachelor’s degree or above)

  • Attend CMSgt Orientation Course (CMSOC) at NGB - Form 7

  • Teach your Airmen about the 150th SOW's History

  • Improve your strategic IQ by reviewing files including the National Defense Strategy, CNGB Posture Statement, National Intelligence Reports, and sharing knowledge with Airmen.

  • Attend CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC) (Optional)

  • Apply for NGB Enlisted Development Opportunities (MVA 999)

  • Apply for Senior Leader Management Office (SLMO) Bench

  • Continuing education and certifications to include CPI

Develop Leadership and Supervisory Skills

  • Superintendent, Flight Chief, Section Chief (if the opportunity exists)

  • Board President for mock board

  • Volunteer to be Panel Member for NGB Hiring Board

  • Guide your Airmen through and support their Individual Development Plan

  • Consider Stat Tour, ADOS Tour, Deployment

  • Supervise and/or Mentor at least three Airmen, SNCO

  • Rater (EPR/ACA) for at least three Airmen, SNCO

  • Read National Defense Strategy/USAF Strategic Posturing Statement/ANG Strategic Master Plan

  • Board President for Board

NMANG Leadership, History, and State Partnership Program (SPP):

Key Air Force Systems:

Promote Organizational Culture:

  • Active Participation in the squadron, group, wing, and community (Top III, Chiefs Group, etc.)

  • Professional Organizations: EANGUS


Enlisted Force Development

Methods Of Development And Career Progression