WING COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT
Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Middle River, Maryland
Salary Range: $102415 - $133142 Per Year
Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a WING COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT, Position Description Number D2678000 and is part of the MD 175th ANG, National Guard. This position is also being advertised as a Full Time Military / Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Position Vacancy at the following location: https://military.maryland.gov/hro/Pages/AGRannouncements.aspx
Major Duties:
- This position serves as the Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant (CCM), the Wing Senior Enlisted Leader and key member of the command's leadership team managing all military aspects of full time and traditional enlisted Airmen. A CCM is the commander's key enlisted advocate and advisor on operational effectiveness and the organization, training and equipping of enlisted Airmen. CCMs ensure the commanders' directions and policies are carried out and the Airmen understand and are dedicated to the mission of the command. CCMs are responsible for the professional development and proper utilization of the command's enlisted force. CCMs work in concert with other enlisted leaders such as group superintendents and first sergeants to oversee the readiness, training, health, morale, welfare, quality of life and force development of assigned personnel. This position is responsible for the following duties: Advises, carries out and monitors the Wing Commander's organizational policies, programs and standards applicable to the ANG enlisted force. Wing ANG CCMs are the Wing Commanders key enlisted advocate and advisor on all DoD, NGB, state, and unit level enlisted policies regarding readiness, training, professional development, utilization of the force, operations tempo, standards, conduct and quality of life. The ANG Wing CCM provides advice, develops initiatives, policies, programs and recommendations in matters pertaining to all assigned enlisted personnel. ANG Wing CCMs are the key senior leadership advisor and point of contact for all assigned ANG enlisted personnel. Makes frequent visits to units, facilities, and activities, and advises them to changes/guidance of all processes/directions affecting ANG Wing enlisted personnel. Manages, studies, analyzes and oversees the administration, coordination, planning, development, and execution of all Wing level ANG enlisted members programs with particular emphasis on readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, performance, training, awards and recognition, recruiting, equal opportunity, promotion, assignment and reassignment, administration and utilization, as they affect the service contributions of Wing ANG enlisted personnel to the accomplishment of the state's federal and domestic missions. Identifies Wing requirements and develops comprehensive Wing staff plans to support goals and objectives established by the Wing Commander and State CCM Joint Force Headquarters, in the operations and activities applicable to all functional areas of the Wing ANG enlisted personnel. Provides general supervision of the assigned ANG enlisted forces and is the functional manager for the wing First Sergeants, and the wing Honor Guard program. Understands roles and responsibilities of these programs. Establishes a process for managing and selecting members for these positions when appropriate. Screens applicants for eligibility; provides advice to commanders with respect to the selection process, guides, mentors, trains, and ensures proper utilization of members assigned to these special duties. Develops, participates, and provides guidance in planning, publicizing, and administering ANG enlisted awards and recognition programs at the wing. Provides guidance to ANG wing staff, group and squadron level personnel to assure proper dissemination, clarification, and administration of awards and promotion policies. Coordinates with and advises the ANG Wing Commander on enlisted nominations for Wing, Group, and Squadron key enlisted positions. Develops programs that will enable all ANG Wing enlisted personnel developmental and advancement opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Military Grade: E-9 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one year of experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent that has provided the applicant with experience commensurate to perform the duties of the position. Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12942092 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Application Deadline: 2026-05-06