In the newest "Enlisted Perspective," Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley comments on the heritage and need for Air Force first sergeants. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration/Mike Carabajal)
5/5/2008 - SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) -- In his latest "Enlisted Perspective," the Air Force's top enlisted Airman discusses the opportunities and fulfillment of being an Air Force first sergeant.
"The job isn't an easy one; it's 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and yet one of the most fulfilling positions a senior enlisted Airman can hold in the Air Force," said Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley.
"Key adviser to the commander on enlisted matters, the first sergeant ensures the safety, morale and welfare of enlisted Airmen and their families," he said.
The chief said that the career field is always looking for qualified master sergeants who are extremely motivated to make a difference. The requirements are a passing score on the fitness test; no negative quality force indicators; be an E-7 upon academy attendance; Senior NCO Academy completed by correspondence or in-residence; and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Selection and approval for the three-year minimum tour is required through the member's immediate chain of command as well as the wing commander and command chief master sergeant.
This "Enlisted Perspective" and other senior leader viewpoints can be found on the library section of Air Force Link.
