Promotion and Federal Recognition of Army National Guard Officers, Study notes of Philosophy

Download Promotion and Federal Recognition of Army National Guard Officers and more Study notes Philosophy in PDF only on Docsity! National Guard Regulation 600-100 Personnel - General Commissioned Officers Federal Recognition and Related Personnel Actions National Guard Bureau Arlington, VA 22204-1373 6 July 2020 UNCLASSIFIED 2 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 SUMMARY of CHANGE NGR 600-100 Commissioned Officers Federal Recognition and Related Personnel Actions This regulation provides procedures for processing all applications for Federal recognition, waivers, revises the list of documents required for appointment, gives new policy on the Early Commissioning Program (ECP), announces new policy dealing with civilian and military education requirements, changes specialty branch assignment policies, changes specialty branch promotion policies, changes General Officer management policies, as it pertains to Commissioned and General Officers. The use of the term Commissioned Officer in this regulation does not apply to the Commissioned Warrant Officers. This is a comprehensive rewrite of the previous NGR 600-100 dated 15 April 1994. Significant changes are listed below. o Establishes Updates to chapter 2 Appointments by strengthening the parameters for waivers, adding Direct Commissions as a Procurement Source, adding a Reappointments paragraph, deleting the requirement of the Certificate of Eligibility as part of the Federal recognition packet, and updating the provisions for temporary Federal recognition. Updates to chapter 3 Processing Applications for Appointment and Federal recognition adding a new paragraph titled Interstate Transfer of ARNG Officers. Eliminates the requirement to complete 20 years of service by age 62 per Section 502 NDAA for FY19. Updates to chapter 4 Assignments modifying the stipulations general assignment policies, limitations on assignments, and the use of the Overstrength and Additional TDA assignment policy. Updates to chapter 6 Branch Transfers, Area of Concentration, Functional Area Designation/Redesignation significantly. Updates to chapter 7 Duty Details by adding a paragraph titled Equal Opportunity Advisors. Updates to chapter 8 Promotion for Other Than General Officers by adding information on Mandatory Release Date implications, promotion of mobilized officers, and promotions to 1LT, changes to military education requirements, added paragraphs for Promotions of Critically Ill Officers and Posthumous Promotions, updated Promotable Status, and added new paragraph on De Facto Status. Updates to chapter 8 on Effective Date and Date of Rank, and Post-Board Screening (Exemplary Conduct Review). Updates to chapter 9 Civilian Education with significant changes. o Changes Adds chapter 14 - OCS Enrollment and Commissioning Criteria Adds new Appendix B - Proponent Forms Adds Appendix L - OCS Enrollment and Attendance History Adds Appendix M - Branch Transfer Predetermination Requests by Proponent Adds Appendix N - SMP Standards and Policy o Modifies completely Chapter 11 General Officers Chapter 12 ROTC Early Commissioning Program Chapter 13 ARNG Simultaneous Membership Program. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 3 Contents-Continued Chapter 6 Branch transfers, area of concentration, functional area designation/Redesignation, page 22 Authority • 6-1, page 21 General policy for branch transfers • 6-2, page 21 General policy for functional area and area of concentration designation/redesignation • 6-3, page 21 Exemption from federal Recognition board action • 6-4, page 22 The Officer Personnel Classification Board (OPCB) • 6-5 page 22 Educational Stipulations and Award of AOC/ functional area designation/redesignation • 6-6, page 23 Unit Reorganization • 6-7, page 23 Area of Concentration/Functional Area qualifications • 6-8, page 24 Personal appearance before the Federal Recognition Board or Officer Personnel Classification Board (OPCB) • 6-19, page 24 Chapter 7 Duty Details, page 24 General • 7-1, page 24 General staff with troops • 7-2, page 24 Inspector General (IG) • 7-3, page 24 Adjutants appointments • 7-4, page 24 Aide-de-Camp appointments • 7-5, page 24 Duty detail qualification • 7-6, page 25 Chapter 8 Promotion for other than general officers, page 26 Section I General, page 25 Responsibility • 8-1, page 25 Promotion criteria • 8-2, page 25 Promotion as a reserve commissioned officer of the Army • 8-3, page 26 Computation of time in grade • 8-4, page 27 Personnel security clearance • 8-5, page 27 Wearing of insignia • 8-6, page 27 Section II Promotion to fill unit vacancies, page 27 Eligibility for promotion • 8-7, page 27 Minimum years of time in grade for promotion eligibility • 8-8, page 28 Promotion to 1LT • 8-9, page 28 Military education requirements for promotion • 8-10, page 29 Civilian education requirements • 8-11, page 31 Federal recognition board procedures • 8-12, page 31 Required documents • 8-13, page 31 Section III Mandatory consideration for promotion, page 32 Consideration for promotion by a mandatory selection board • 8-14, page 32 Time in grade for mandatory consideration for promotion • 8-15, page 33 Federal Recognition for promotion after DA mandatory board selection • 8-16, page 32 Delay of promotion as a reserve of the Army • 8-17, page33 Delay of promotion for AGR officers • 8-18, page 33 Promotion of critically ill officers • 8-19, page 33 iii 4 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Posthumous promotions • 8-20, page 34 Promotion of ARNGUS officers on active duty during promotion consideration • 8-21, page 34 Section IV Promotion of Army National Guard officers serving on Title 10 active guard reserve (AGR) tours, page 35 General • 8-22, page 35 Procedures • 8-23, page 35 Section V Promotable status, page 35 Promotable Status • 8-24, page 35 Section VI Special consideration, page 35 Defacto status • 8-25, page 35 Promotion selection screening for exemplary conduct • 8-26, page 35 Chapter 9 Civilian education, page 35 General • 9-1, page 35 Civilian education requirements • 9-2, page 35 Civilian education goals • 9-3, page 36 Civilian education documentation • 9-4, page 36 (Figure 3-4) Civilian education requirements for direct appointment applications • 9-5, page 36 Civilian education requirements for promotion of basic branch officers • 9-6, page 36 Chapter 10 Federal Recognition boards for other than General Officers, page 37 General • 10-1, page 36 Authority • 10-2, page 36 Appointment • 10-3, page 37 Composition • 10-4, page 37 Board site • 10-5, page 37 Procedure • 10-6, page 37 Examination • 10-7, page 38 Determination of qualifications of U.S. Army Reserve Officers • 10-8, page 39 Appraisal of experience • 10-9, page 39 Appraisal of promotion qualifications • 10-10, page 39 Findings • 10-11, page 40 Unanimity of recommendations • 10-12, page 39 Reconsideration for federal Recognition • 10-13, page 40 Procedures for completion of examination by the board • 10-14, page 40 Disposition of records • 10-15, page 40 Actions required by senior army adviser • 10-16, page 40 Actions required by the State Adjutant General • 10-17, page 40 Actions by the Chief, National Guard Bureau • 10-18, page 40 Chapter 11 General Officers, page 41 Appointment and promotion authority • 11-1, page 41 Appointment of Chiefs of State military departments • 11-2, page 41 Federal recognition criteria for Chiefs of State military departments • 11-3, page 41 General Officer Federal Recognition Boards • 11-4, page 42 Prerequisites for GOFRB consideration for Federal recognition in general officer grades • 11-5, page 42 iv Contents-Continued NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 5 Limitations of certificates of eligibility • 11-6, page 43 Nomination procedure and documentation • 11-7, page 43 Granting of federal Recognition • 11-8, page 44 Date considered recommended for promotion • 11-9, page 44 Reconsideration for federal Recognition in the same grade • 11-10, page 44 Reassignment eligibility • 11-11, page 45 TAG wear of the uniform • 11-12, page 45 Chapter 12 Reserve Officer Training Corps Early Commissioning Program, page 45 Purpose • 12-1, page 45 General • 12-2, page45 Eligibility for appointment • 12-3, page 45 Commissioning of cadets • 12-4, page 45 Applying for federal Recognition • 12-5, page 46 Control of officer pending call to active duty or initial training • 12-6, page 46 Basic officer leader course training for officers commissioned under the early commissioning program • 12-7, page 46 Mobilization policy • 12-8, page 46 Assignment • 12-9, page 46 Chapter 13 Army National Guard Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP), page 49 Section I Introduction, page 49 Scope • 13-1, page 49 Section II Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) college scholarships for ARNG cadets participating in the SMP, page 49 Army ROTC Scholarship Programs • 13-2, page 49 Section III Policy, page 49 Policies applicable to enlisted personnel that take part in the SMP who are contracted ROTC cadets (MSIII, MSIV) • 13-3, page 49 Policies applicable to persons enrolled in the ROTC advanced course but not members of the ARNG • 13-4, page 50 Policies applicable to participants in the SMP • 13-5, page 50 Policies applicable to ARNG members who conditionally contract into the ROTC Advanced Course • 13-6, page 50 Policies applicable to officer trainees who have completed the ROTC Advanced Course • 13-7, page 51 Section IV Evaluation and assignment, page 51 Assignments • 13-8, page 51 Section V Training and utilization, page 52 Training • 13-9, page 52 Officer candidates • 13-10, page 53 Section VI Uniform, subsistence, and billeting, page 53 Uniform • 13-11, page 53 Subsistence • 13-12, page 53 Contents-Continued v NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 1 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1. Purpose This regulation prescribes policies and procedures governing the appointment, assignment, temporary Federal Recognition, Federal Recognition, reassignment, transfers between States, branch transfers, area of concentration designation, utilization, branch detail, and attachment of commissioned officers of the Army National Guard (ARNG). Exceptions to this regulation will be considered on an individual basis; they will neither be considered as a precedent for changes in policy, nor blanket approval for future requests. 1-2. References Related references are listed in appendix A. 1-3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms Abbreviations and special terms used in this regulation are explained in the Glossary. 1-4. Responsibilities a. Chief, National Guard Bureau (CNGB). The CNGB is responsible for the organization and operations of the NGB. b. Director, ARNG (DARNG). The DARNG, under the authority of and at the direction of the CNGB, is responsible for the overall development and management of commissioned officers of the ARNG. c. Personnel Policy Directorate ARNG-HRH. The Personnel Policy Directorate is the agent for the DARNG, providing technical guidance on the overall development and management of commissioned officers of the ARNG, approving modifications to the system, and authorizing changes made by the States. No changes to the system are authorized to be made by the States without prior written approval. All changes must be approved by NGB. b. The State Adjutants General. TAG will manage and develop commissioned officers at the State level consistent with this regulation. e. State ARNG G1. The State G1 will serve as the manager of the officers at the State level on behalf of the TAG. The State G1 will maintain personnel records, assign and utilize officers, and perform all actions required to support the personnel system. 1-5. Policy The officer personnel management system (OPMS) and policies through which the ARNG manages the officer corps must result in officers who are dedicated, competent, and aggressive leaders with high morals and integrity. The profession of arms requires a strong professional and ethical officer corps capable of making the decisions needed to sustain the excellence of the officer ranks. 1-6. Appointment grade Federal Recognition and initial Reserve of the Army appointment will be limited to the rank of 2LT except for those individuals who are entitled to two or more years of service credit under 10 United States Code (USC) 12207. Service credit consists of the sum of any prior commissioned service credit awarded for advanced education, training, or special experience as authorized by Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1312.03. Award of constructive service credit is limited to those commissioned officers seeking appointment in one of the specialty branches in accordance with AR 135-100 (Judge Advocate Corps or Chaplain Branch) or AR 135-101 (Army Medical Department (AMEDD)), and in specified basic branches authorized by Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA). Chapter 2 Appointments 2-1. Appointment Commissioned Officers of the ARNG are appointed by the several States under Article 1, Section 8, of the United States Constitution. These appointments may be Federally recognized by the CNGB under such regulations as the Secretary of the Army (SA) may prescribe and under the provisions of this regulation. Officers who are Federally recognized in a particular grade and branch shall be tendered an appointment in the same grade as Reserve 2 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 commissioned officers of the Army with assignment to the Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), as provided in 10 USC 12211, if they have not already accepted such appointment. Non-prior service personnel appointed in the ARNG incur a military service obligation as set forth in AR 135-91 (Service Obligations, Methods of Fulfillment, Participation Requirements, and Enforcement Procedures). Prior service personnel who are receiving service credit must have their Reserve of the Army grade determined per 10 USC 12207. 2-2. Policy a. The appointment of officers in the ARNG is a function of the State concerned, as distinguished from the Federal Recognition (FEDREC) of such appointment. Upon appointment in the ARNG of a State, and subscribing to an oath of office, an individual has a State status under which to function. Such individuals acquire a Federal status when they are Federally recognized and appointed as a Reserve of the Army. b. The effective date of Federal Recognition for original appointment is that date on which the commissioned officer executes the oath of office in the State and is federally recognized (10 USC 12211(b) and 32 USC 308). c. Federal Recognition will continue in effect as long as the commissioned officer continues to meet requirements of the grade and position or until recognition is withdrawn in accordance with regulations, or as otherwise provided by law. 2-3. Exercise of command The polices prescribed in AR 600-20 govern exercise of command. In addition, the following will apply: a. Temporary Federal Recognition upon initial appointment, and permanent Federal Recognition in the case of promotion, establish the authorized grade to be used by all officers in their Federally recognized status. b. Official correspondence, when referring to an officer by grade, should indicate the grade in which the officer is Federally recognized, whether as a part of the signature block or in the body of the communication. If the grade shown is not Federally recognized, but is a State appointment, it will be followed by the State abbreviation in parenthesis (for example: LTC (MI)). 2-4. Wearing of the uniform and insignia Title 10 USC 772(a), and AR 670-1 (Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia), sets policy for the wear of Army uniforms, insignia, and accouterments for ARNG Soldiers. a. Officers appointed to a higher grade by the States, but who have not been Federally recognized in that grade, will not wear the uniform or insignia of the higher grade until Federal Recognition of their promotion has been extended in orders by CNGB. The practice of frocking is not authorized. b. All newly appointed officers will wear the Army uniform with the insignia of grade in which appointed when granted temporary Federal Recognition by a Federal Recognition Board (FRB). c. Retired officers of any component of any military service who are employed as State or Federal civilian employees are not authorized to wear Army uniforms during periods of civilian employment with the following exceptions: (1) Retired reserve officers who serve as TAG. (2) Retired regular officers who serve as TAG or ATAG under separate Reserve of the Army appointments. 2-5. Appointment of Chiefs of State Military Departments Appointment authority and Federal Recognition criteria for Chiefs of State military departments are prescribed in chapter 11. 2-6. Appointment as a Reserve Commissioned Officer of the Army a. Upon Federal Recognition, a commissioned officer who does not hold an appointment as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army will be appointed a Reserve officer of the Army in the same grade in which the officer holds a Federally recognized appointment in the ARNG and concurrently will become a member of the ARNGUS. The term of a Reserve appointment is not contingent upon continued Federal Recognition (10 USC 12213(b). Individuals receiving service credit must have their Reserve of the Army appointment grade determined per 10 USC 12207. b. Officers who have attained status as Reserve commissioned officers of the Army with assignment to the ARNGUS may be transferred in grade to the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) with the consent of the Governor or other appropriate authority of the State/Territory, or the District of Columbia National Guard under such regulations as the SA may prescribe. Unless an ARNGUS officer is discharged from the Reserve of the Army concurrent with NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 3 withdrawal of Federal Recognition, the officer becomes a member of the USAR upon separation from the ARNG (10 USC 12213). 2-7. Eligibility criteria Individuals possessing the qualifications outlined below may apply for initial appointment (or reappointment following a break in service) as ARNGUS commissioned officers. This paragraph is not applicable to applicants for promotion or change in branch. a. Assignment. The applicant must apply for assignment to an authorized position in a Federally recognized unit. b. Age. (1) Minimum age. No applicant will be examined for Federal Recognition that has not attained 18 years of age (age 21 for a 1LT). If a State law establishes a minimum age that is greater than 18-years of age, the applicant will not be considered for Federal Recognition until that State's minimum age requirement has been met. (2) Maximum Age. (a) Applicants for Federal Recognition in the basic branches must not have attained the birthday shown below prior to appointment in the grade indicated. Age limits may be increased by an amount not to exceed length of previous service on AD in any Active Component of the Armed Forces or on AD and/or in an active status in any Reserve Component of the Armed Forces. GRADE AGE Second Lieutenant 41* First Lieutenant 43 Captain 48 Major 52 Lieutenant Colonel 55 Colonel 58 * Must be appointed prior to reaching their 42d birthday. (b) Maximum age limitations for AMEDD officers are set forth in AR 135-101 (Appointment of Reserve Commissioned Officers for Assignment to AMEDD Branches). (c) Maximum age limitations for Judge Advocate General Corps (JAGC) officers are set forth in AR 27-1 (Judge Advocate Legal Services). (d) Maximum age limitations for chaplains and chaplain candidates are set forth in AR 135-100 (Appointment of commissioned and Warrant Officers of the Army), and the current Office of Chief of Chaplains (OCCH) accession policy. (3) Waiver of the maximum age limitation of basic branch commissioned officers first lieutenant (1LT) through COL may be considered if the applicant: (a) Becomes over-age due to administrative processing. (b) Possesses outstanding potential, military experience, leadership abilities, and/or educational qualifications that are clearly documented in the application. (c) An original appointment as a Second Lieutenant (2LT) must be made prior to the individual's 42nd birthday. c. Citizenship. The applicant must be a citizen of the United States. d. Mental. Applicants must attain the minimum test scores on tests required by NGR 351-5 (State Military Academies). Administration of these tests is not required for: (1) Applicants for appointment in the AMEDD (except AOC 67J or Medical Functional Area (MFA) 70). (2) Applicants for appointment in the Chaplains Branch. (3) Applicants for appointment in the JAGC. (4) Former commissioned officers applying for initial appointment or reappointment. (5) Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) applicants. e. Education. Each applicant must: (1) Have demonstrated understanding and proficiency in the English language. (2) Meet the specific civilian education (CIVED) requirements for appointment, promotion, and retention of basic branch commissioned officers as prescribed in chapter 9. (3) Medical Corps applicants that have received their medical degree in another country may apply only if they comply with the provisions of AR 135-101 and the current AMEDD Officer Personnel Management (OPM) Guidance. 6 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 be available in the event of an emergency, will be included in the request for waiver. Waiver authority is delegated to TAG. d. Applicants previously separated. Applicants who were previously separated from any component of the Army because of failure to complete any required military education (MILED) or required course within the time frame prescribed are ineligible for Federal Recognition. Waivers for the basic branch course may be considered only if the school commandant or faculty board authorizes the failure to be resolved by completion of nonresident courses or reenrollment in a resident program. e. Applicants unable to complete 20 years. Applicants unable to complete 20-years of creditable service for retirement or retired pay prior to mandatory removal from an active status as prescribed in NGR 635-100 (Termination of Appointment and Withdrawal of Federal Recognition) are ineligible for Federal recognition. Waiver may be considered upon demonstration that an applicant possesses truly outstanding qualifications. Waiver authority is delegated to TAG. Applicant must sign a statement, which becomes a permanent part of their record, stating that they understand that they will not be able to complete twenty years of creditable service for retirement prior to reaching their MRD. f. ROTC graduates who are required to complete two years or more of AD upon completion of baccalaureate or higher degree requirements may not be appointed unless entry on AD is delayed for 12 months or more. Waiver authority is delegated to TAG. g. Officers twice non-selected for promotion due to CIVED (for example, did not earn baccalaureate degree from an accredited school), and who have completed the required degree since their separation, may apply for reappointment. h. Applications for appointment in one of the specialty branches will be processed per appendix J (Instructions for Processing Applications for Chaplain and Judge Advocate General Corps Branches) or K (Instructions for processing applications for all Army Medical Department branches). 2-10. Waiver a. All requests for waiver which require a decision by the CNGB or higher authority will be forwarded through TAG to the approving authority as indicated below. All requests for waivers must be submitted in a timely manner to ensure that the final disposition is obtained prior to the corresponding action. A copy of the approved CNGB waiver will be included as an enclosure to the appointment application. b. Decisions on all personnel actions considered under this chapter will be made after a complete review of the entire record of each individual case. The unit commander's recommendation must include favorable evidence of individual's military and civilian education, character, and financial responsibility. Discriminators, such as a record of indebtedness, questionable character traits, non-judicial punishment, and lack of substantive support by the chain of command will lessen the chances for approval. c. Applicants requiring waivers will not be permitted to appear before an FRB, and USAREC board if applicable, prior to waiver approval. d. Waiver of disqualifications other than those authorized in paragraph 2-9 and this paragraph may only be granted by the SA or SA designee. Waiver requests will, among other factors, be based on recommendation of the CNGB through Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), G-1. Requests for waiver will be submitted through command channels. The waiver must be justified fully as being in the best interest of the Army. The waiver request must also clearly state with supporting documentation that the experience or professional qualifications of the individual uniquely suit the position to which appointment is requested. e. Waiver requests for prior convictions will be considered only if the applicant's conduct and character at present time are above reproach, and the potential value of the applicant's service as an officer is considered to be very high. Requests must be supported by NGB Form 62E (Application for Federal Recognition as an Army National Guard Officer or Warrant Officer and Appointment as a Reserve Commissioned Officer or Warrant Officer of the Army in the Army National Guard of the United States), official court documents citing the offense, court action, and judgment rendered and will include a statement of circumstances from the applicant and will be submitted to ARNG-HRH-O. f. Requests for medical waivers will be submitted with all supporting documents to ARNG-CSG for waiver determination. For medical accession standards, see AR 40-501 and DODI 16130.03. When HQDA DMPM approval is required (for example, IAW Army Directive 2018-12 for certain psychiatric and behavioral health conditions or applicants previously separated or discharged for medical reasons), ARNG-CSG will process requests and provide a recommendation. g. Requests for age and TIMIG waivers will be submitted with all supporting documents to ARNG-HRH-O. h. Requests for CIVED and MILED waivers will be submitted with supporting documentation to NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 7 ARNG-HRH-O. i. All requests for branch transfer predetermination will include documents as required by the proponent in appendix M (Branch Transfer Predetermination Requests by Proponent). j. All requests for waiver will contain documents as normally required by the FRB as outlined in appendices C (Documents Required by National Guard Bureau for Federal Recognition (For Other Than General Officers)) and D (Documents Required for Consideration for Federal Recognition to and Within the General Officer ranks). In addition to those documents listed in the paragraphs above and appendices C and D, the application will contain records of prior military service. As a minimum, copies of enlisted and/or officer evaluation reports, performance qualification records (i.e.: Soldier Record Brief (SRB)), and academic evaluations from service schools must be included. 2-11. Procurement sources Individuals will be selected from the following sources: a. Commissioned and former commissioned officers of any component of the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps (USMC). USAR commissioned officers and former commissioned officers with previous honorable and creditable service in any component of the U.S. Army or USMC who have demonstrated their qualifications by service in the grade requested. b. Commissioned officers and former commissioned officers other than U.S. Army or USMC. Commissioned officers and former commissioned officers with previous honorable and creditable service in a component of the Armed Forces, other than U.S. Army and USMC (USAF, USN, USCG) may be appointed. Appointees from other services require prior NGB approval. The request will be sent to ARNG-HRH-O for processing. Applicants who have demonstrated their qualifications by service in the grade requested may be extended Federal Recognition with assignment to: (1) A combat support or combat service support branch provided the officer's duty or assignment in the other Armed Forces required similar qualifications to those of the requested grade and branch. Under certain circumstances, training and assignment of former U.S. Navy and USAF officers may qualify for assignment to combat arms positions. Review of application by FRB and State personnel managers should determine assignment restrictions. All requests for predetermination of branch and grade qualification will be submitted to ARNG- HRH-O. (2) Any officer from other components may request predetermination from the aviation proponent provided they can meet the prerequisite for an Army aviation position. All requests for predetermination will be submitted to ARNG-HRH-O. c. Graduates of Federal or State officer candidate schools (OCS). Graduates of any Federal or State OCS, including those of the other services (USMC, USAF, USN, USCG) may be appointed in the rank of 2LT. Appointees from other services require prior NGB approval, send request to ARNG-HRH-O for processing. Graduates who are not qualified for appointment at the time of graduation have five years from the date of the OCS completion certificate to become qualified and to receive Federal Recognition provided otherwise qualified. OCS is not a procurement source for AMEDD (except 70 series), JAG, or Chaplain Corps. Graduates from OCS desiring appointment to the Medical Service Corps (MSC) must have a bachelor’s degree prior to graduation from the OCS program, and must work with the AMEDD Recruiting Point of Contact (POC) in their State for professional boarding action through ARNG-HRR to USAREC, Fort Knox, KY. It is recommended that this process be initiated at least 3 months prior to graduation from OCS in order to be able to appoint as MSC upon graduation. d. Applicants for assignment to aviator positions. Applicants for aviator positions who were formerly rated military aviators with previous honorable and creditable service in any component of the Armed Forces may be extended recognition in the equivalent grade in which they previously served, provided their assignment is to fill Army aviator position vacancies, and they are otherwise qualified. e. Specialty branches. Eligibility of applicants for appointment will be determined by the HQDA Chief of each respective specialty branch and by the CNGB. Applications for appointment in one of the specialty branches will be processed per appropriate appendix J or K. f. Technical specialists. Prior to appointment, a predetermination of the applicant's eligibility will be requested through CNGB and made by the HQDA branch proponent. Requests for such predetermination will be documented by a completed copy of NGB Form 62E and allied papers for appointment. Except as otherwise provided, no applicant for appointment under the provisions of this paragraph will be permitted to appear before an FRB prior to receiving a favorable predetermination from the CNGB. Requests should be forwarded to ARNG-HRH-O. g. ROTC graduates. Officers commissioned from ROTC who: (1) Have completed their obligated period of AD/ADT, or 8 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 (2) Are selected to satisfy their service obligation by Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty (GRFD) without an AD commitment of two or more years. h. ROTC early commissions. Officers commissioned from the ROTC Early Commissioning Program (ECP) who meet the criteria established in chapter 12. i. ROTC graduates accepting appointments in May and June. ROTC graduates who accept appointment in May or June of any year, will have their date of promotion service computed from the date of graduation of the cadets of the United States Military Academy (USMA) in that year, for promotion to 1LT (10 USC 2106). j. Direct commissioning of prior service enlisted Soldiers or prior warrant officers. (1) Service requirement. An applicant must have served a minimum of 24 months active status in any Federally recognized unit. Additionally, the individual must serve at least 12 months in an active ARNG unit immediately preceding the application for consideration. (a) Education. A certified transcript must include in the packet as proof of the applicant’s completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. (b) Service requirement. Have a minimum of two years active status in an authorized position in a Federally recognized unit in the ARNG. (c) Army Physical Fitness Test/Army Combat Fitness Test (APFT/ACFT). Applicants must pass a standard APFT/ACFT per AR 350-1 (Army Training and Leader Development), meeting the same standards required for OCS. A certified DA Form 705 must be dated within six months of application. (d) Body composition. Applicants must meet the height/weight standards prescribed in AR 600-9, to include body composition limitations for enrollment and appointment. Certified height and weight statement must be dated within 90-days of application. (e) Training requirement. Must be a graduate of the Warrior Leader Course (WLC). This does not apply to Specialty Branch accessions. (f) Age. Minimum age of 22-years. Maximum age for appointment is 41-years and 364-days. Waivers are not authorized. (g) Citizenship. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. (h) Test scores. The applicant must have an aptitude (GT) score of 110 or higher on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery. (i) OCS enrollment history. Individual will sign a certified statement regarding former OCS enrollment and/or attendance (see Appendix L (OCS Enrollment and Attendance History)). (j) Medical. All direct commission applicants must pass an AR 40-501 (Standards of Medical Fitness), chapter 2 appointment physical prior to submission of the request for direct appointment or chapter 4 initial entry physical for an aviator. (k) Security status. Applicants must have a minimum of a final secret security clearance on file prior to appointment as verified by the State Security Manager. (2) Vacancy requirement. The State must have a valid authorized position vacancy in the branch in which the applicant is requesting appointment. The NGB Form 62E must indicate paragraph, line number, and branch for which the appointment is requested. (3) Rank at appointment. Enlisted Soldiers and warrant officers will not be direct appointed into the basic branches above the rank of 2LT. (4) Attendance at Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC). Enlisted Soldiers and warrant officers accepting an initial appointment will not be granted constructive credit for BOLC. Individuals will be required to attend BOLC within 18 months of appointment. k. Graduates of commissioning programs from the U.S. Merchant Marine, USCG, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Public Health Service. l. All requests for predetermination will be forwarded to ARNG-HRH-O. 2-12. Reappointments a. Basic branch officers who desire to change branch to a specialty branch (AMEDD, JAG, CH) require a reappointment. (1) Requires approval of the appropriate DA level branch proponency (OCCH, OTSG, Office of The Judge Advocate General (OTJAG)) as obtained by ARNG-HRH-O with the concurrence of the appropriate NGB proponent office. Applicants for the JAGC or Chaplain Corps must be approved by the Army TJAG or Chief of Chaplains and AMEDD officers must be approved by a USAREC board prior to holding an FRB. (2) Requires a new appointment packet and all of the same appointment criteria as an initial appointment packet (i.e.: chapter 2 physical within 24 months of the new appointment) and appearance before a FRB. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 11 (18) JAGC applicants. Each applicant for Federal Recognition as an ARNG JAGC officer will submit evidence of professional education, appropriate current authority to practice law in the State for which they are seeking Federal Recognition and OTJAG approval memorandum (see appendix J). (19) AMEDD Applicants. Each applicant for Federal Recognition with assignment to the Medical Corps (MC), Dental Corps (DC), Veterinary Corps (VC), Army Nurse Corps (AN), Army Medical Specialist Corps (SP), and Medical Service Corps (MSC) will submit evidence of professional education, a current State license for which they are seeking Federal Recognition and USAREC Board approval memorandum (see appendix K). (20) Verification of social security number (SSN). The social security card will be the primary document used to verify the SSN in accordance with figure 3-2. Note that the SSN will be recorded on the NGB Form 62-E (see Final Endorsement section). Original card/certified documents will be returned after verification. (21) Awards and decorations. Provide copies of orders and other correspondence relating to decorations, citations, and commendations. (22) Statement of understanding. If applicable, include a statement of understanding that the applicant will be unable to complete 20 years of creditable service for retirement prior to mandatory removal from an active status. (23) Former conscientious objectors. Signed statement will be furnished by former conscientious objectors expressing abandonment of such beliefs so far as they pertain to their willingness to bear arms and to give full and unqualified military service to the United States and agreeing that they will not apply for separation by reason of conscientious objection during the period of their contracted agreement. b. Appointment or transfer from USAR in grade, but a new branch, excluding specialty branches. Applicants will include the following documents as applicable, prepared as prescribed for initial appointment: (1) NGB Form 62E. (2) Copies of RA appointment. (3) Copies of RA promotion letters, orders, or other documents which attest to commissioned officer status in another component, if applicable. (4) Verification of a security clearance granted by the DoD CAF indicating a final personnel security clearance of secret or higher must be submitted. See the example provided in figure 3-5 signed by the State G2 or Personnel Security manager. Applications for appointment in the Military Intelligence Corps must also provide evidence that a Special Background Investigation (SBI) has been initiated. (5) Medical examination. Medical Protection System (MEDPROS) printout/Individual Medical Report (IMR) or DD Form 2808 and DA Form 2807-1, Report of Medical Examination and Report of Medical History or PHA, as applicable. If the applicant for Federal Recognition has successfully undergone an appropriate medical examination within the time frame prescribed in AR 40-501, chapter 3 prior to appearance before the FRB, photocopy or certified true copy of such examination may be accepted in lieu of a new medical examination. Medical examinations for Aviation Branch applicants must be approved by the U.S. Army Aeromedical Center at Fort Rucker prior to appointment. (6) Evidence of the highest civilian schooling accomplished. A copy of the certified college transcripts documenting at least the minimum semester hours required from an accredited institution (per Table 9-1 ) or the degree or advanced degree received. Transcripts will be documented as indicated in figure 3-3 (paragraph 9-5). The institution must be accredited by the American Council of Education. Exception is granted for recent graduates of the Interservice Physician Assistant Program at Fort Sam Houston whose graduating class date is prior to the normal publishing of official transcripts. An official memorandum from the school stating that the applicant has met all the requirements for graduation will suffice until such time as the transcripts are available. (7) Copies of NGB Form 89, Record of the FRB. See appendix B for instructions. (8) Oath of Office. (a) NGB Form 337. The oath should be administered and dated on the effective date of officer's appointment in the ARNG of the State. (b) Original DA Form 71. (9) Evidence of satisfactory completion of Army service school courses when applicable. A graduate of OCS applying for commission as a Second Lieutenant will provide a copy of evidence indicating satisfactory completion of the course. (10) Waivers of requirements. Waivers will be obtained prior to the appearance of the applicant before the FRB. TAG is charged with furnishing the FRB with the evidence of approval or any required waiver prior to the appearance of the applicant. (11) Aeronautical aviation orders for Aviation Career Incentive Pay (ACIP) if applicable. (12) A signed statement of military service obligation (DA Form 3540) if applicable for applicants will be furnished per AR 135-91. 12 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 (13) A Soldier assigned to a Troop Program Unit (TPU) will be required to obtain a conditional release from their USAR assignment prior to being appointed in the ARNG. After appointment, DD Form 368 will be prepared and endorsed back to the losing command with the appointment order. A copy of the form will be included with the application for Federal Recognition to facilitate the release of the Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR). (14) An applicant assigned to a USAR control group, other than delayed categories, may be appointed in the ARNG pending receipt of final clearance from the Commander, HRC. After appointment, DD Form 368 will be prepared and endorsed to the Commander, HRC. A copy of the form will be included with the application for Federal Recognition. (15) Certificate of service. An applicant with prior service in the Armed Forces of the United States will present copies of acceptable discharge certificates (i.e., DD 214, NGB 22, discharge orders, etc., that indicate separation code/reason and characterization of service). (16) Evidence of required U.S citizenship. An individual, not a citizen of the United States by birth, will submit evidence of citizenship such as a passport, certificate of citizenship, certificate of naturalization, an FS 240 (Consular Report of Birth Abroad), an FS 545 (Certification of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States of America), or a DS 1350 (Certification of Birth Abroad to U.S. Citizen). Original or certified copy must be provided for verification and will be returned after verified by signed statement by an officer or warrant officer in accordance with figure 3-1 (which will be appended to NGB Form 62E). A certified copy is any document that has the seal or stamp of the official issuing authority. (17) Copy of the State appointment order. (18) Verification of SSN. The social security card will be the primary document used to verify the SSN in accordance with figure 3-2. Note that the SSN will be recorded on the NGB Form 62-E (see Final Endorsement section). Original card/certified documents will be returned after verification. (19) Copies of orders and correspondence relating to decorations, citations, and commendations. (20) If applicable, a statement of understanding that the applicant will be unable to complete 20-years of creditable service for retirement prior to mandatory removal from an active status. c. Appointment of USAR officers in a new branch (Specialty Branches Only). Applicants will include the following documents as applicable except those noted in (subparagraph b) above, prepared as prescribed for appointment: (1) Chaplain applicants. Any Chaplain applicants seeking appointment in the ARNG requires board approval from the Office of Chief of Chaplains and proof of appropriate professional education (transcript) (see appendix I). (2) JAGC applicants. Each applicant for Federal Recognition as an ARNG JAGC officer will submit evidence of professional education, appropriate current authority to practice law in the State (and if required by the particular State for which they are seeking Federal Recognition) and the TJAG approval memorandum (see appendix J). (3) AMEDD Applicants. Each applicant for Federal Recognition with assignment to the Medical Corps (MC), Dental Corps (DC), Veterinary Corps (VC), AN, Army Medical Specialist Corps (SP), and Medical Service Corps (MS) will submit evidence of professional education, appropriate current license in the State for which they are seeking Federal Recognition and USAREC Board approval memorandum (see appendix K). d. Appointment of USAR officers in grade and branch. USAR officers applying for Federal Recognition in the ARNG in their present grade and branch will submit: (1) NGB Form 62E. (2) Copies of Reserve of the Army appointment. (3) Copies of Reserve of the Army promotion letters, orders, or other documents which attest to commissioned officer status in another component. (4) Medical examination. DD Form 2808 and DA 2807-1 (Report of Medical Examination and Report of Medical History) and a current PHA. If the applicant for Recognition has successfully undergone an appropriate medical examination within the time frame prescribed in AR 40-501, chapter 2 prior to appearance before the FRB, photocopy or certified true copy of such examination may be accepted in lieu of a new medical examination. Medical examinations for aviation branch applicants must be approved by the U.S. Army Aeromedical Center, Fort Rucker prior to appointment. (5) Evidence of the highest civilian schooling accomplished. A copy of the certified college transcripts or any electronic validation from the institution through a secure sight as obtained by the G1 representative documenting at least the minimum semester hours required per chapter 9 or the degree or advanced degree received. Transcripts will be documented as indicated in figure 3-3 (paragraph 9-5). (6) Oath of Office (NGB Form 337). The oath will be administered and dated on the effective date of officer's appointment in the ARNG of the State. The original will be provided with the application forwarded to NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 13 ARNG-HRP. (7) Evidence of satisfactory completion of Army service school courses when applicable. The DA Form 1059 is the preferred documentation or a certificate of completion. A graduate of OCS applying for commission as a Second Lieutenant will provide evidence indicating satisfactory completion of the course. (8) Waivers of requirements. Waivers will be obtained prior to the appearance of the applicant before the FRB. TAG is charged with furnishing the FRB with the evidence of approval of any required waiver prior to the appearance of the applicant. (9) Aeronautical aviation orders if applicable. (10) A signed statement of military service obligation (DA Form 3540) will be furnished per AR 135-91. (11) A Soldier assigned to a TPU will be required to obtain a conditional release from their USAR assignment prior to being appointed in the ARNG. After appointment, DD Form 368 will be prepared and endorsed to HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R to advise them that the officer's appointment in ARNG will result in USAR TPU vacancy. A copy of the form will be included with the application for Federal Recognition to facilitate the release from the USAR. (12) A non-unit Soldier assigned to a USAR Control Group, other than delayed categories, may be appointed in the ARNG pending receipt of final clearance from HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R. A copy of the DD Form 368 will be included with the application for Federal Recognition. (13) Certificate of service. An applicant with prior service in the Armed Forces of the United States will present copies of discharge certificates and/or certificates of service (DD Form 214 service copy 2 or member copy 4 and DD Form 215) if applicable or NGB Form 22/NGB Form 22a or a similar document from the USAR). (14) Evidence of citizenship. An individual, not a citizen of the United States by birth, will submit evidence of citizenship such as a passport, certificate of citizenship, certificate of naturalization, an FS 240 (Consular Report of Birth Abroad), an FS 545 (Certification of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States of America), or a DS 1350 (Certification of Birth Abroad to U.S. Citizen). Original or certified copy must be provided for verification and will be returned after verified by signed statement by an officer or warrant officer in accordance with figure 3-1 (which will be appended to NGB Form 62E). A certified copy is any document that has the seal or stamp of the official issuing authority. (15) Copies of the State appointment order. e. Interstate Transfer (IST) of ARNG officers. (1) The individual officer will request conditional release from their State for the purpose of obtaining appointment/reappointment in another State via IST using DA Form 4187. Conditional releases will not be granted if the officer: (a) Has a non-transferrable flag in place as listed in AR 600-8-2, paragraph 2-2 (Suspension of Favorable Personnel Actions (FLAG)). (b) Has a transferrable flag in place as listed in AR 600-8-2, paragraph 2-3, unless pre-coordinated and acknowledges in writing by a gaining State that they are aware of the action and find the officer still acceptable. (c) Is pending involuntary separation. (d) Is within 120-days of MRD. (2) Losing Unit/State Actions: (a) State G1 office will process the Conditional Release request. (b) The State G1 office will prepare the transfer packet which includes: 1. The approved conditional release memo. 2. Personnel Qualification Record Brief (PQR-B). 3. SRB. 4. Current MEDPROS IMR printout reflecting a physical within the past 12 months. Aviators must also 5. Provide a Ft. Rucker approved physical from Aeromedical Electronic Resource Office (AERO) within the past 12 months. 6. NGB Form 23B. 7. DA Form 4187 addressed in paragraph 3-1e(1). 8. Copy of initial appointment Federal Recognition (FR) order and a copy of latest promotion FR order. 9. Copy of the individual officer’s latest completed officer evaluation report (OER). 10. Copies of licenses and credentials for Specialty Branch Officers (as required). 11. Upon receipt of the appointment order and newly accomplished NGB Form 337, provide a copy of the transfer order (order format 465). 12. Prepare a Change of Duty OER utilizing the day prior to appointment in the gaining State as the “THRU” date (or provide a memo to the gaining State explaining why an OER is not appropriate [e.g., lack of time since 16 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 "I hereby certify that I have this date seen the original/official ("raised seal") transcripts issued by ______________ stating that _________________ has acquired ___________ college semester hours and/or a, BA, BS, MS, MA, PhD (or equivalent) degree. A photostatic copy of these transcripts is attached immediately following this page. (State MILPO) (Date)____ Figure 3-3. Civilian Education Certification I have seen the computer generated DA Form 873, Certificate of Clearance and/or Security Determination, issued by the DoD CAF on (Date) stating that (Full Name)) has a security clearance at the TOP SECRET/SECRET/CONFIDENTIAL level based on a SBI/B1/NACI/NAC/ENTNAC. The original DA Form 873 is on file in the Soldier/applicant's IPERMS. Date Investigation Completed: ____________. Date final clearance granted: ___________ (State MILPO – State Security Manager) (Date) Figure 3-4. Security Clearance Verification I understand that I may not be able to accrue enough creditable service for retirement purposes prior to reaching my mandatory removal date. Thus, I may not be able to receive any retirement benefits from my service in the Army National Guard. (Signature of applicant) (Date) Figure 3-5. Applicant May Not be Able to Retire Chapter 4 Assignments 4-1. General The assignment, reassignment, and utilization of commissioned officers of the ARNG is a function of the State concerned. TAG and personnel managers should follow management principles of the OPMS, appropriate Army and NGB regulations, specialty branch assignment criteria, career patterns of the individual officer based on branch and AOC/FA development requirements, and the needs of the Army. 4-2. Active service a. General. Officers of the ARNG may be ordered to Federal AD under various provisions of law. This chapter provides guidance to the States on how to account for such officers. b. Assignments. In time of peace, a commissioned officer of the ARNG, except the United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO) who is ordered to AD in the AGR Program under the provisions of 10 USC for a period in excess of six months, will be transferred to an additional table of distribution and allowances (TDA) position in the Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ) for the period of such AD. Upon release from AD, the officer may continue to be assigned to an additional TDA position in the JFHQ for a period not to exceed six months. At the end of that six month period, the officer must be assigned to a valid vacant military table of organization and equipment (MTOE)/TDA position (unless granted an exception by ARNG-HRH). c. Disposition of personnel. Upon termination of the six month period after release from AD, those officers who have not been assigned to a valid MTOE or TDA position of the appropriate grade in accordance with the applicable policy and regulation by the expiration date of the additional TDA position will be involuntarily transferred to the IRR or otherwise separated in accordance with applicable policy and regulation. Requests for extension are limited to instances where assignment to an authorized position is imminent or when all other alternatives have been NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 17 exhausted and the results would cause a severe injustice or extreme personal hardship. d. Officer personnel managers (OPMs) must execute the revocation of Title 10 AGR orders followed by the revocation of Title 32 membership for officers who choose to transfer from the AGR program into the IRR program rather than remain in the ARNG. 4-3. Assignment policies a. Officer Personnel Management System (OPMS) overview. OPMS encompasses all policies and procedures by which commissioned officers are trained, educated, developed, assigned, evaluated, promoted, and separated. OPMS enhances the warfighting capability of the Army; provides all officers with a reasonable opportunity for success; and fulfills Army requirements with an officer corps balanced with the right grade and skills. The overall philosophy is detailed in DA Pam 600-3 (Commissioned Officer Professional Development and Career Management) and in DA Pam 600-4 (Army Medical Department Officer Development and Career Management). This chapter applies to all officers unless otherwise stated. b. The primary factor influencing an officer's assignment is the needs of the ARNG as dictated by the force structure of the State. Other factors influencing assignment considerations are: (1) Grade, AOC, branch (BR)/functional area (FA), education, and experience of the officer, (2) Professional development needs of the officer, (3) Availability of officers with required qualifications, (4) Officer's potential for advancement. c. Except as otherwise specified in this regulation, assignments will be made that result in an officer's selection to fill a position for which current individual qualifications, grade, AOC, and/or BR/FA match the position authorization vacant for fill. The ARNG officer inventory does not match total authorizations or requirements. Appendix G (Commissioned Officer Branch/Functional Area Substitution Table) contains an AOC substitution table and additional guidelines for use in assignment decisions. d. In certain positions, there is no single AOC, BR, or FA that will satisfy the position requirement. Aides-de- camp, inspectors general, and instructors are examples of such positions. Additionally, the vast majority of the positions in State Military Academies are filled by officers in all BR/FAs who bring individual talents to the training mission. These assignments will require individual management decisions. e. Battalion and Brigade Command. (1) ARNG battalion and brigade command selectees are required to complete either a three or four phase pre- command course (PCC) prior to assumption of command. ETP for T32 officers required attendance at the PCC will be the Adjutant General, and ETP requests for T10 officers will be sent ARNG-HRH-O. All O-6 level command selectees must attend the Senior Officer Legal Orientation Course (SOLO) prior to assumption of command. Exceptions to policy regarding SOLO will be routed to the Director, Army National Guard, ATTN: ARNG-G3-TR prior to assumption of command. The Director, ARNG is required to submit a bi-annually report to the Vice Chief of Staff, United States Army listing all O6 Commanders currently waiting SOLO. (2) ARNG Basic Branch Lieutenant Colonels (LTCs) must complete Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) (formerly ILE-CC & AOC) as described in AR 350-1 prior to assignment to battalion or higher level command positions, and in brigade executive officer (XO) or brigade S-3 positions. Additionally, LTC’s with three years TIMIG must complete CGSOC to qualify for assignment to any principal staff position at brigade or higher level commands. This policy will not be waived. f. The assignment of commanders, XOs, and operations officers at battalion and higher level commands requires carefully planned personnel management decisions. The qualification of officers selected to fill these positions must be continuously monitored. (1) Battalion and higher level commanders, XOs, and operations officers (S3, G3) must be BR and military educationally (MILED) qualified per DA Pam 600-3, paragraph 4-3 above, and as mandated for the position. This policy requires that every reasonable effort is taken to assign officers to these critical positions that have previous assignments and training in the appropriate BR/AOC/FA designated for the position. (2) No commander, XO, or operations officer position should ever be left vacant. The importance of these positions dictates that they be filled with competent and qualified officers at all times. Should no BR qualified officer be available for assignment to one of these positions, The TAG may, on a case-by-case basis, assign officers that are not BR qualified. The assignment will be for a specific, limited period of time or until a BR qualified officer can be assigned to the position. g. Grade. All commissioned officers, unless specifically exempt, must be assigned to an authorized position. Grade becomes a dominant factor in commissioned officer assignments. The applicable MTOE or TDA position will determine the highest authorized grade in which a commissioned officer may be assigned, except as modified 18 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 below: (1) AMEDD Officers. All AMEDD officers may be assigned to AMEDD Immaterial (AI) positions denoted as 05A in authorization documents. (a) 70B AMEDD officers are authorized at the company grade only. OPMs will withdraw AOC 70B and award the appropriate Medical Functional Area (MFA) upon MFA course completion. (b) Only AMEDD officer are authorized to be assigned to and serve in AMEDD positions. All AMEDD officers may be assigned to AMEDD Immaterial (AI) O5A positions. No Basic BR officers may be assigned to, nor are Basic BR officers authorized to perform, the duties of an AMEDD officer position. Only 70/67J series and 72D MSC officers who have completed all MSC 70/67J BOLC may be assigned to 70 series AMEDD AOCs. 70 series TPU officers must become qualified in the AOC assigned to within 24 months; Title 32 AGRs must become qualified within 12 months, and Title 10 AGRs must become qualified within 6 months or upon reservation in the first available AOC course seat. MS officers must be qualified in the MFA-AOC assigned in order to be eligible for promotion at all grades/rank. 70B are considered qualified for promotion at 18 months’ Time in Service if they have completed all MSC 70/67J BOLC. 70/67J series MSC officers may be assigned to non-AMEDD 01A, 90A, or 42H if qualified by a combination of MFA and skill identifier (SI). 70/67J and 71 -72 series MS officers serving in Civil Support Team (CST) units may be assigned to a 01A position for a period of up to three years to complete a leadership developmental/broadening tour as an XO. 70/67J series MS officers, having completed qualifications to be awarded 90A or 42H may also serve in these AOCs as developmental leadership and broadening positions for a period not to exceed three years. (c) All other AMEDD officers, as medical professionals, must be assigned to AMEDD positions designated for their medical FA, or an authorized substitution approved by the CSG. Medical Corps, Dental Corps, Physician Assistant (65D), and MSC (MS 71-73 Series MFA and 67J AOC only) in the rank of LTC or below may be assigned to positions two grades above, same grade, or one grade below if they are BR-AOC/MFA qualified, to include the required (ASI) (i.e., a LTC may fill a MAJ through COL position; a MAJ may fill a CPT to COL position), provided the officer is professionally qualified. When DA select for promotion to the higher grade than assigned, Medical and Dental Corps officers may remain assigned to O-4 or O-5 graded positions and promoted to the rank of O-5 or O-6. These officers do not count against the control-grade cap of the State, but are to be counted for pay and allowances in terms of budgeting. AN, SP, 71MS, and 73 MS officers may be promoted one rank over the grade of the position held, up to O-5, if selected for promotion by a mandatory Department of the Army (DA) promotion board. 72D MS officers who have completed all required advanced training, who currently hold required professional certifications listed in DA PAM 611-21 Smart Book may be promoted to the rank of MAJ or above. 70/67J series officers may not be over-graded for promotion even if DA Select. (2) Chaplain Branch officers may be assigned to chaplain positions in any higher graded position through COL or one grade lower position than the grade the officer is currently Federally recognized. For example, a CPT may serve in any position from 1LT through COL; a MAJ may serve in any position CPT through COL; and a COL may serve in either a LTC or a COL position. Chaplains assigned in violation of this policy must be reassigned within one year. (3) JAG Corps officers in the grade of LTC or below may be assigned to authorized JA positions one grade above, same grade, or one grade lower than the grade in which the officer is currently Federally recognized (e.g., a LTC may fill a MAJ through COL position; a MAJ may fill a LTC through CPT position). (4) Aviation Officers. Authorized MTOE or TDA LT aviator positions may be filled by rated Army aviators in the rank of CPT, provided qualified officers of the prescribed grade are not available and all other rated MTOE and TDA positions in the rank of CPT or above are filled. A CPT who is so assigned will be immediately reassigned upon availability of a CPT position (must be cross-leveled prior to promotion of junior officers). (a) Authorized warrant officer aviator positions may be filled by rated company grade officer aviators provided qualified warrant officers are not available and all other rated MTOE or TDA positions are filled. A commissioned officer so assigned will be immediately reassigned upon availability of a rated warrant officer. Subject to the command and staff limitations of DA MOS Smart Book, authorized company grade aviator positions in MTOE or TDA positions may be occupied by rated warrant officer aviators, provided qualified company grade officers are not available and all other rated MTOE or TDA warrant officers positions are filled. When a rated company grade officer becomes available for assignment, any warrant officer assigned under this policy will be immediately reassigned. (b) Aviator positions will not be filled by aeromedical evacuation officers (67J), nor will aviators fill 67J positions except when concurrent application for reappointment occurs. (5) LTs may be assigned to warrant officer positions in operational Special Forces units. Officers must be qualified or scheduled to attend training for the award of AOC 18A. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 21 Chapter 5 Attachments 5-1. General Commissioned officers normally will be expected to train with the unit to which assigned. If this is not practical, they may be authorized to train with other units in an attached status provided such training meets the training standards set forth in NGR 350-1. Attachments will be held to a minimum and will be of the shortest duration possible. 5-2. Attachment authority a. Adjutants General are authorized per State law to attach within their State and, with the consent of the appropriate adjutant general, outside their State, commissioned officers under their jurisdiction as outlined below. This authority may not be further delegated. Except for OCS cadre, specialty branch officers, and officers in special programs, periods of attachment will not exceed one year subject to the following limitations. Attachment of an officer who is senior to the commander of the contemplated unit of attachment is not authorized except for chaplains or medical personnel. b. Unless otherwise stated in orders, officers will be relieved from attachment when the following circumstances occur: (1) The officer's unit of attachment is ordered to AD under 10 USC 12301, 12302 or 12304, or other mobilization authority. (2) Upon completion of the period of attachment as stated in published orders. 5-3. Administration and records a. The commander of the unit of attachment will be responsible for administration, pay, and training as indicated in the attachment order. Attachments for less than 30 days will not include attachment for pay. Attachments within the State for periods of 30 days or more will include attachment for pay. When agreed upon by both State’s Adjutants General, attachment out of State for periods over 30 days may include attachment for pay. Out of State attachments that do not specify pay will be paid through the parent unit based on certificates of duty performance. Pay administration for all personnel will be as outlined in NGR 37-3 and in NGR 680-1. b. Attachment orders will cite this chapter as authority and will state whether the attachment is for training, pay, and/or administration. Effective date of attachment must be at least one day later than date individual was assigned to a parent unit. Chapter 6 Branch transfers, area of concentration, and functional area designation/redesignation 6-1. Authority The statutory authority for this chapter is drawn from 32 USC 307. 6-2. General policy and procedures for branch transfer a. Branch transfer will be initiated by or with the consent of the officer concerned (except when required by paragraph 6-7). (1) The action will be acknowledged by the officer, in letter form, through channels to TAG of their State, enclosing evidence of the officer's qualification for the new branch. (2) A FRB will be conducted per this regulation. The FRB will require that an officer has completed the appropriate specific MILED per DA Pam 600-3 prior to approval of a branch transfer, and if applicable, a proponent approval letter. (3) Branch transfer of specialty branch personnel (AMEDD, JAG, and Chaplain) is not authorized. To change branch to or from any of these branches requires a reappointment (refer to chapter 2 of this publication). b. Branch transfer will be accomplished with the authority of the TAG of the State, based on the recommendation of the State OPM. c. Branch transfer will be necessary and should be accomplished only when it is required to comply with assignment criteria and career progression. d. Branch transfer will normally occur when: (1) An officer requests branch transfer to achieve greater compatibility with a civilian occupation or changes 22 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 residence to an area where unit vacancies in the previously held branch are limited. (2) A change in an officer's physical profile restricts performance in the current branch. (3) The State OPM recommends a change to meet State needs and long-range career development of the commissioned officer. (4) Unit reorganizations result in an inability of the State OPM to place a commissioned officer in a new duty position for which qualified within a one-year period. e. AR 614-100 specifies branch transfers are accomplished in accordance with NGR 600-100. ARNG-HRH-O is the approval authority for ARNG officer branch transfer requests. ARNG-HRH-O will closely coordinate with the respective branch proponent prior to approval of branch transfer requests. Officers previously federally recognized in a branch without a change in grade are exempt from obtaining ARNG-HRH-O approval. f. Specialty branch officers (except MFA 70) are precluded from holding a basic branch AOC; likewise, basic branch officers are precluded from holding a specialty branch AOC. 6-3. General policy and procedures for area of concentration and functional area designation/redesignation a. FA designation/redesignation. (1) FAs can be designated for each basic branch officer between the fourth and seventh year of commissioned service. (2) The officer personnel manager (OPM) of the State will initiate this action per DA Pam 611-21. (3) MSC officers will have the appropriate initial MFA designated upon appointment and recorded in the Standard Installation/Division Personnel System (SIDPERS) IAW Standard Installation/Division Personnel System Army National Guard (SIDPERS-ARNG) Data Reference Manual (SDRM) and SIDPERS Users Manual (SUM), or an equivalent action in IPPS-A, at the time of appointment. b. Award of AOC. (1) Each BR and FA, or MFA has associated areas of concentration. The AOC is shown as a three character alpha-numeric code in authorization documents. All AOCs are described in DA Pam 611-21 (electronic Smart Book). (2) A commissioned officer may be assigned to any duty position authorized by the Commissioned Officer Branch/Functional Area Substitution Table (appendix G), and no branch transfer will be required. However, the OPCB will determine duty position qualification. Commissioned officers may be awarded the appropriate AOC upon meeting position qualifications. (3) ARNG commissioned officers may hold multiple AOC or specialties but should only be assigned to them for duty if the commissioned officer has maintained current qualifications through MILED, CIVED or experience. (4) AMEDD officers (less MFA 70) may only be assigned their primary or secondary skill specialty AOC as determined by the AMEDD Personnel Program Manager. Appropriately branched AMEDD officers may be assigned to position codes of 60A, 62B, 63R, 65Z, 65X, 66N, 67D, and O5A; however position codes will not be awarded as AOC-MFAs. All MC, DC, AN, VC, SP and 71-73 series MS officers require validation of professional credentials by the AMEDD Personnel Program Manager using DA Form 5074-R (Record of Award of Entry Grade Credit (Medical and Dental Officers) or DA Form 5074-1-R (Record of Award of Entry Grade Credit (Health Service Officers) or by ARNG-CSG AOC award memorandum. MC Officers that obtain the 60N AOC through attending Fort Sam Houston or Fort Rucker Flight Medicine School are not authorized to be awarded 60N as a primary AOC. These Officers will only be awarded the AOC of the medical residency or fellowship trained in as a primary AOC. (5) Those 70B MS Officers who qualify in AOC/MFA 70A, C, D, E, F, or K will have 70B withdrawn completely. c. Initiating changes in BR/FA/AOC. At any time during ARNG service, the Officer, the commander, the OPM, or TAG of the State may determine that long term development and utilization of the commissioned officer requires a change in BR, FA, or AOC. Although the officer's personal desires will be considered, the needs of the ARNG will normally be the determining factor. 6-4. Exemption from Federal Recognition Board action FRB examination is not required for: a. Change in initial BR of 2LTs who have been extended Federal Recognition or temporary Federal Recognition and who have not yet completed a BOLC. Officers initiating transfer into the AMEDD must first compete and be selected by a USAREC board prior to initiating a BR change. b. BR transfer of a commissioned officer who served on AD or in an active drilling status in the same BR and grade. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 23 c. Any action that is covered by paragraph 6-6 of this publication. 6-5. The Officer Personnel Classification Board (OPCB) a. Adjutants General will establish a State OPCB to review changes in AOCs/FAs that do not require branch transfer of commissioned officers. The OPCB will also review assignments of commissioned officers to branch substitutable positions in other than their initial or additional AOC/FA as well as requests for the award of additional AOC/FA (formats found in appendix G and H). The OPCB is responsible for recommending to TAG of the State any educational requirements to be completed by commissioned officers in these categories. The OPCB recommendations will not result in an AOC change within or between specialty branches. (1) As a minimum, the OPCB will be composed of the OPM and two other officers, one of whom will be senior in grade to any officer being considered. (2) The OPCB will meet as often as required. b. If the redesignation in initial specialty does not require BR transfer, or FRB review is not required, the OPCB will review the action and stipulate any educational requirements. These redesignations reflect a lesser change in the officer's additional qualification requirements than redesignations that require BR transfer. See appendix H to determine which redesignations do not require BR transfer. c. When designating AOC and establishing educational stipulations, civilian experience of each officer must be evaluated by examining both educational background and employment history per the guidance in AR 611-21 Smart Book and DA Pam 600-3/600-4. d. The OPCB will stipulate additional training requirements and impose a time limitation of 18 months, extendable to 24 months by TAG of the State. (1) Not all commissioned officers assigned to positions with a given AOC are required to satisfy identical requirements such as completion of correspondence courses, schools, or independent study. (2) In addition to evaluating each commissioned officer's MILED and experience, the OPCB should carefully consider qualifications for accomplishing specific tasks required of the position and not necessarily the full scope of the branch and AOC as described in AR 611-21 Smart Book. The officer will be expected to become fully qualified in the AOC through assignment experience, unit training, and requirements which may be directed by the commander. This process may take longer than the formal education requirements imposed by the OPCB. 6-6. Educational stipulations and award of area of concentration/functional area designation/redesignation a. Educational stipulations may be imposed by either the FRB or OPCB. However, requirements imposed by the FRB and the OPCB should be comparable. Both boards should consult AR 611-21 Smart Book which contains the qualifications required for commissioned officers to be awarded the various branches, FAs, and AOCs. b. TAG of the State may review all educational requirements imposed and request reevaluation to ensure consistency and fairness. c. Officers may appeal to their TAG, any educational requirements imposed by the FRB or OPCB that they feel excessive or inconsistent. Appeals should be based on the grounds that the board(s) failed to adequately consider complete civilian and military backgrounds. d. Officers may not be considered for award of FA or AOC until they have completed educational requirements stipulated by the FRB or OPCB, demonstrated appropriate knowledge, and satisfactorily performed required duties. MC, DC, AN, SP, VC and 71-73 series MS officers will be awarded their AOCs by the CSG’s AMEDD Personnel Program Manager. 70 series MS officers may be awarded an AOC based on a DA 1059 in an MFA acceptable to the CSG/The Surgeon General (TSG). e. Commissioned officers assigned to a position who are not qualified must qualify for award of the required FA or AOC within 18 months (extendable to 24 months by TAG of the State). f. Commissioned officers failing to become fully qualified in the FA/MFA/AOC within the prescribed period will be reassigned to a position for which they are qualified. g. Award of FA, AOC, ASI, and language indicator code (LIC) after the requisite testing, will be accomplished by TAG of the Soldier’s State and will not be delegated below State level. h. Withdrawal of AOC/FA, ASI, and LIC (if the periodic testing is not completed) may be accomplished on the recommendation of the commander, the State OPM, or the request of the officer concerned. Review should be accomplished annually to determine whether AOC/FA, ASIs, or LIC are valid or should be withdrawn. Officers should only retain those AOC/FA, ASIs, and LIC in which currently qualified. For officers who have not been assigned to an appropriate position or received related training (either military or civilian) within five years, consideration should be given to withdraw the AOC/FA, ASI, or LIC. 26 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Guard are extended Federal Recognition in that grade, without the examination prescribed by 32 USC 307 (see 10 USC 14316). 8-2. Promotion criteria a. Promotion criteria will be based on efficiency, time in grade (TIMIG), time in commissioned service, demonstrated command and staff ability, military education (MILED) and civilian education (CIVED), and potential for service in the next higher grade. Promotion will not be used solely as a reward for past performance. Neither a Soldier's marital status nor the employment, educational pursuits, or the volunteer service activities of their spouse may be considered when determining whether to recommend a Soldier for Federal Recognition. b. Except as provided in this chapter, promotion will be accomplished only when the officer is assigned to an appropriate MTOE or TDA higher graded position vacancy in the unit. c. Promotions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin. d. All officers recommended for promotion must be fully qualified under the terms of this chapter and AR 135-155. e. When an officer is being considered for promotion to a grade above 1LT and is assigned to a unit that is subsequently assigned to a higher HQ from another component or State, the recommended promotion will be reviewed by the Title 10 officer assigned as an advisor to TAG of the State which has authority of the considered officer and will issue a concurrence/non-concurrence with the promotion before the promotion is made. The Personnel Actions Division (ARNG-HRP) will publish annual guidance regarding promotion review policy and procedures. f. Promotion criteria and the effects of assignment into Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) IAW 10 USC Chapter 61 and AR 635-40. (1) All officers remain eligible for consideration, potential selection, assignment, and acceptance of promotion. (2) An officer who has been issued a P3 profile will remain eligible for promotion. (3) Officers determined medically non-available can be promoted during the IDES process. They will not be promoted in a position within a unit that has received a notification of sourcing; however, they may be promoted in a position in another MTOE or TDA. (4) Officers assigned to a Medical Management Processing System or Medical Management Activity (MMPS/MMA) remain eligible for promotion. (5) As a function of the disability evaluation proceedings, 10 USC 1372 provides that an officer retired for physical disability, who is DA select or an officer who is already on an approved scroll for a unit vacancy promotion, will be placed on the retired list in the selected promotion grade, provided the reason for the physical disability is determined to be in the line of duty (LOD) (LOD approved per DODI 1332.18 (Disability Evaluation System)), and the officer is not serving under a suspension of favorable personnel action (AR 600-8-2) on the effective date of transfer. Promotion orders are not issued. The approval authority for this action is the SA. g. Officers must be assigned to a valid MTOE or TDA position to be eligible for promotion, with the following exceptions: (1) Assignment to Temporary TDA (TTDA) position as Warrior Transition Unit/Community Based Warrior Transition Unit (WTU/CBWTU) cadre. (2) Assignment to TTDA positions as medical, dental, Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP), clinical psychologist, or social worker AMEDD students and chaplain candidates who meet all requirements for mandatory promotion, to include completion of their respective specialty branch BOLC. AMEDD and Chaplain students that have previously completed BOLC do not require completion of their respective specialty branch BOLC. 8-3. Promotion as a Reserve Commissioned Officer of the Army A commissioned officer who has been promoted by the State and extended Federal Recognition in the higher grade will be concurrently promoted to the higher grade in the Reserves of the Army with assignment to the ARNGUS. a. An officer's effective date and date of rank (DOR) as a Reserve of the Army will be determined by their duty status, type of selection board which selected the officer, and delay status (if applicable), and will be as defined below, unless otherwise provided by law. CNGB will extend Federal Recognition in the higher grade to an ARNG commissioned officer using NGB Form 0122E series orders (NGB Special Federal Recognition Orders). (1) The Effective Date determines the officer Federal pay and allowances in the next higher grade. The Effective Date is determined when CNGB in conjunction with the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) approval or the Senate confirmation date (COLs only). The Effective Date is displayed as the “A” Date on the Promotion as a Reserve Commissioned Officer of the Army Memorandum for Commissioned Officers. (2) The DOR is the date the Officer actually or constructively was appointed or promoted to a specific grade. The NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 27 DOR is used in calculating time in grade toward promotion consideration in the next higher grade. It is the date used to determine the relative seniority for Officers holding the same grade. The DOR is displayed as the “B” Date on the Promotion as a Reserve Commissioned Officer of the Army Memorandum for Commissioned Officers. If the Officer is recommended for promotion via the FRB/UVP process, the “B” Date will match the “A” Date. b. Effective Date and DOR Determinations: (1) 1LT. Effective Date and DOR are established based on eligibility dates (see paragraph 8-9). The following date determinations do not apply to 1LT: (2) Unit Vacancy Promotion (UVP). Effective Date and DOR are the same date and are established when the scroll is either approved by the SECDEF (LTCs and below) or the Senate confirmation date (COLs only). (3) Department of the Army (DA) Select M-Day Commissioned Officers. Effective Date and DOR will be the DA Board approval (LTCs and below) or Senate confirmation date (COLs only) if the Officer was assigned to a position in the next higher grade. If the Officer was not assigned to a position in the next higher grade, the Effective Date and DOR will be the date of assignment to the next higher grade position. If a DA Select M-Day Officer requests a voluntary delay, the Effective Date and DOR will be established after the delay when Federal Recognition is extended after the Officer is assigned to a position in the next higher grade. (4) DA Select AGR Commissioned Officers promoted upon DA Selection. If an AGR Officer is recommended for promotion by a DA Board to the grade of LTC or below, is already assigned to the next higher grade position on the day the board report is approved, and an AGR controlled grade is available, the Officer's Effective Date and DOR will be the date the board report is approved by the SECDEF. The Effective Date and DOR of an Officer in a COL position who is promoted to the rank of COL is the date of Senate confirmation. (5) DA Select AGR Commissioned Officers who are involuntarily delayed due to lack of controlled grade (10 USC 14311). If a DA Select AGR Officer is involuntarily delayed and not assigned to the next higher grade position, the DOR will be the date the Officer is subsequently assigned to the position of higher grade or the Maximum Time in Grade per AR 135-155 (Table 2-1), whichever is earlier. The Effective Date will be the date the controlled grade authorization is available per ARNG-HRA. Backdated Effective Dates due to AGR controlled grade limitations in previous fiscal years are not authorized. (6) Promotion Review Board (PRB). Effective Date and DOR will be backdated to the DA Board approval date, or Senate confirmation date (for COLs only) for Officers referred to a PRB and subsequently retained on the DA Board promotion list by the SECARMY, providing officers were assigned to the next higher grade position and would have otherwise been promoted at the time. (7) Maximum Time in Grade (TIG). Officers may attain maximum TIG as described in paragraph 8-15, however, the Department of the Army Promotion Selection Boards schedule and zones of consideration usually result in an officer being considered at approximately one year before attaining their Maximum TIG. If an officer selected by a DA mandatory promotion board has a maximum TIG date that is before the approval date of the board, the officer’s promotion date and effective date will be no earlier than the date of approval of the mandatory board or the date of Senate confirmation, as applicable. (8) Inter-State Transfer (IST). Officers and warrant officers conducting an 1ST will maintain their DOR. The DOR will not reflect the accession date into the gaining State/Territory. (9) Special Selection Board (SSB). The DOR and effective date of promotion of an ARNG commissioned officer who was selected by a DA SSB will be the same date(s) the officer would have had if the officer had been recommended for promotion to that grade by the selection board which should have considered or which did consider the officer; or the date the officer meets all applicable promotion criteria as outlined in this chapter (10 USC 14502(e)(2)). c. Federal Recognition orders erroneously promoting an ineligible officer must generally be revoked within six months of being extended Federal Recognition per AR 135-155. However, Federal Recognition orders erroneously promoting an officer who was not eligible by law for promotion (for example, failed to meet statutory minimum time in grade) may be revoked upon discovery. 8-4. Computation of time in grade An ARNGUS officer's years of service for purposes of promotion and Federal Recognition will be computed from DOR per 10 USC 14006. Such service is generally computed by adding all service that the officer has or is credited with by the Secretary of the Army (SA): a. In grade held in the Army. b. Or in any other armed force, while in an active status or as a regular officer on the active list of that service (at the discretion of the SA). c. No service may be counted more than once. 28 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 d. TAGs and ATAGs who are not Federally recognized as a GO, will continue to accrue time and grade at their Federally recognized grade. 8-5. Personnel security clearance All officers must hold a valid security clearance, per their assigned AOC and duty assignment requirements. 8-6. Wearing of insignia Wearing of insignia of the higher grade is not authorized until Federal Recognition has been extended by the CNGB. All insignia of grade and branch will be worn as prescribed in AR 670-1. Section II Promotion to fill unit vacancies 8-7. Eligibility for promotion a. To be considered for Federal Recognition following State promotion to fill a unit vacancy, an ARNG commissioned officer must: (1) Be in an active status; for a minimum of one consecutive year immediately preceding promotion consideration. This one-year period will be on the ADL, RASL, or combination of the two (10 USC 14301). (2) Be medically fit in accordance with AR 40-501 and meet the height and weight standards prescribed in AR 600-9. (3) Have completed the minimum years of TIMIG indicated in paragraph 8-8. (4) Have completed the minimum MILED requirements prescribed in paragraph 8-10. (5) Have completed the minimum CIVED requirements prescribed in chapter 9. (6) Have passed an APFT/ACFT within the time frame dictated by AR 350-1. An officer who has failed the APFT/ACFT or failed to take the APFT/ACFT should be flagged in accordance with AR 600-8-2 and is not eligible for Federal Recognition. (7) Chaplains must submit a copy of their DD Form 2088 (Statement of Ecclesiastical Endorsement) before being considered for promotion to MAJ, LTC, or COL. (8) AMEDD providers (MC, DC, AN, SP, MS (MFA 71-73)) must provide a current credentialing memorandum from the current military credentialing system. b. States will not promote a commissioned officer who is in the zone of consideration for a Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA) Selection Board if they are: (1) Within 120 days of the convening date of the board for those officers in the grade of 1LT-MAJ. (2) Within 180 days of the convening date of the board for those officers in the grade of LTC. c. Any officer in the rank of 1LT through LTC who was non-selected by a mandatory selection board convened under AR 135-155 will not be considered for promotion under this section unless selected by a subsequent DA mandatory board. d. An officer erroneously omitted from consideration by a DA mandatory selection board may request consideration by a DA SSB. These officers remain ineligible for a unit vacancy promotion. e. Except for officers (LTC and below) assigned as MC, DC, VC, AN, SP, and CH, officers retained beyond their MRD and who are otherwise qualified for promotion to the next higher grade will not be promoted without prior approval of the SA or designee. Action to promote officers in this category must be taken within two years of their original MRD. If the officer was not selected for promotion by the last DA mandatory selection board that considered the officer, the officer is not eligible for promotion and the recommendation will not be forwarded. Officers retained beyond MRD under the provisions of 10 USC 14701 or similar provisions of law are retained in an active status on the RASL. Pursuant to 10 USC 14301, officers who are on the RASL and who are in or above the primary zone of consideration for promotion must be considered for promotion by a Mandatory DA Promotion Selection Board. States may not remove officers properly continued beyond MRD from the list of officers to be considered for promotion IAW Standard Installation/Division Personnel System Army National Guard (SIDPERS- ARNG) Data Reference Manual (SDRM) and SIDPERS Users Manual (SUM), or IPPS-A equivalent, when published. It is not applicable to retiree recalls, as officers in this category do not serve on the RASL, or to officers who will reach MRD within 90 days of the date on which a Mandatory DA Promotion Selection Board is scheduled to convene. f. Mobilized ARNG Officers, regardless of the units to which they are assigned or mobilized, may be unit vacancy promoted against positions within their respective states provided they meet the promotion eligibility requirements outlined in this regulation and other G1 personnel guidance. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 31 limited to company grade officers per DA Pam 611-21. j. Aviation LTs may be promoted upon completion of BOLC as verified by the Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) but before completion of Initial Entry Rotary Wing (IERW). A DA Form 1059 will not be issued prior to completion of IERW. k. MILED waivers are for consideration by DA Mandatory Board only. (1) This section applies to all commissioned officers in the ARNG serving in an active status (M-Day, Title 32 AGR, or Title 10 AGR). Exceptions contained in AR 135-155 pertaining to Chaplains and some AMEDD officers remain. HRC is the approval authority for MILED and CIVED waiver. (2) Waiver requests must be submitted through ARNG-HRH-O per paragraph 2-10h of this publication. States must submit waiver requests NLT 60 days prior to the DA Board's scheduled convene date. ARNG-HRH will submit requests to HRC for further processing. HRC does not routinely issue memoranda approving or disapproving MILED waivers, therefore States should consider an officer's selection as an approval of the waiver. (a) Military Education. MILED waivers are authorized for promotion to the grades of MAJ and LTC only. CPTs and MAJs may request a waiver if they are in or above the zone of consideration for the DA Board, served 12 or more cumulative months of documented OCONUS deployment within the 36 months preceding the convening date of their mandatory promotion board, and have completed the following: 1. For promotion to MAJ, CPTs must have completed the nonresident portion of CCC. 2. For promotion to LTC, MAJs must have completed Phases I and II of CGSOC. 3. AMEDD officers must be fully qualified per with DA PAM 611-21 in the AOC of the position to which being promoted. Promotion to MAJ includes the completion of AMEDD CCC and completion of the AOC course to which the officer is being assigned and promoted in for 70 /67J series officers. 70 /67J series education is not waiverable. 4. Officers selected for promotion by a DA Board with an approved MILED waiver may be promoted prior to completing the education required for the higher grade. Selection notification memoranda will not include language further restricting the officer's promotion eligibility due to incomplete MILED requirements. (b) Officers who are considered by the DA Board while enrolled in resident CGSOC or resident CGSOC Common Core satellite course will be considered by the board to have their educational requirement "complete" without requiring a waiver for the board. This is for consideration/selection purposes only. If selected, the officer may be promoted prior to completion of the course. Regardless of the "completed" status granted for board consideration, the officer must complete the remainder of their required course to be considered educationally qualified. (c) The authority to promote a DA select officer remains a function of the State. Once a DA select officer is promoted by the State under the provisions of paragraph 8-16, they will be extended Federal Recognition without further examination per 10 USC 14316. Promotion packets for DA select officers will continue to be administratively processed by the Federal Recognition section. (d) An officer who has an approved waiver, has been selected by the DA Board, or has been promoted to the higher grade must still complete regulatory or statutory MILED requirements. The officer must complete the required MILED prior to being seen by the next promotion board in order to be considered educationally qualified. None of the previously listed actions are considered equivalent or to serve as constructive credit. 8-11. Civilian education requirements CIVED requirements are found in chapter 9 of this publication. 8-12. Federal Recognition board procedures FRB is required for unit vacancy promotions, refer to chapter 10 of this publication. 8-13. Required documents The records and related documents indicated in appendix B for commissioned officers promoted to fill vacancies will be electronically submitted to the CNGB, ATTN: ARNG-HRP-C, 111 South George Mason Drive, Arlington, VA 22204-1373. a. Memorandum of recommendation from the officer's immediate commander, properly endorsed by all commanders concerned and by the State’s TAG. Format of memorandum and endorsements are contained in appendix E. b. Copy of document appointing the FRB (applicable to unit vacancy promotions only). c. NGB Form 89 (Proceedings of a FRB) including required certifications and endorsement from the Senior Regular Army Advisor (applicable to unit vacancy promotions only). 32 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 d. Copy of State promotion order. e. Evidence of completion of required MILED. f. Evidence of completion of required CIVED (transcripts). g. Copy of current Medical Protection System (MEDPROS) printout/IMR. h. DA Form 705(or replacement), APFT/ACFT score card, including DA Form 3349, when applicable. i. Any other pertinent documents. j. AMEDD specific requirements: (1) AN Corps officers must have Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree (or higher) to be promoted to MAJ and above if appointed prior to 1 October 2009. (2) AN Corps officers must have BSN degree (or higher) to be promoted to CPT if appointed after 30 September 2009. (3) Officers must be assigned to a valid vacancy, with no other officer assigned to that position and must be assigned to a position requiring the specialty held by the officer or be an authorized substitution. MSC officers’ (67A-67D AOC only) primary specialty will be shown in SIDPERS by their MFA AOC (70-73 series), not branch AOC (67 A-D series). (4) MC, AN, DC, SP and VC officers will have a confirmation memorandum verifying that the officer is credentialed in the official military credentialing system, and not just at State level. This includes AN Corps officers who hold 66F and 66P only. (5) A 70B MFA is for company grade officers only. To be eligible for promotion to MAJ 70B MSC officers must have graduated from a MFA course (70A, 70C, 70D, 70E, 70H, 70K, 67J) per requirements of DA Pam 611- 21, or apply for and be awarded constructive credit by the AMEDD Center and School, and be assigned to the corresponding MFA or O5A position. (6) MC officers will have their primary AOC shown in SIDPERS per the medical specialty training they received as denoted on their DA 5074-R and not the AOC of the duty position to which assigned. Section III. Mandatory consideration for promotion 8-14. Consideration for promotion by a mandatory selection board a. A commissioned officer will be considered for promotion by a DA mandatory selection board, in their competitive category as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army, when the officer meets minimum TIMIG requirements prescribed for the zone of consideration. Consideration for promotion by a DA mandatory selection board will occur during the year prior to the year the officer reaches maximum TIMIG. The provisions of AR 135- 155 will apply. b. An officer identified as erroneously omitted by a mandatory selection board or whose record contained a material error (as defined by AR 135-155) when reviewed by the mandatory selection board will be immediately submitted by the State for consideration for promotion by a SSB. Requests for SSB consideration will be forwarded through the CNGB, ATTN: ARNG-HRP-DA, 111 South George Mason Drive, Arlington, VA 22204-1373, to the Chief, Office of Promotions (RC), KNOX-HRC-PDV-PO, 1600 Spearhead Division Ave, Fort Knox, KY 40122. 8-15. Time in grade for mandatory consideration for promotion Maximum TIMIG in years for mandatory promotion consideration is: Grade Maximum Time in Grade in Lower Grade 2LT to 1LT 36 months 1LT to CPT 5 years CPT to MAJ 5 years MAJ to LTC 7 years LTC to COL 6 years* *Announced annually. Normal time in grade is 6 years, subject to the needs of the Army. 8-16. Federal Recognition for promotion after Department of the Army Mandatory Board selection a. An ARNG commissioned officer selected for promotion as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army resulting from mandatory consideration may be extended Federal Recognition in the higher grade, provided they meet the promotion criteria as outlined in this chapter. b. An officer may be promoted and extended Federal Recognition in the higher grade prior to reaching the date NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 33 of maximum time in grade provided they are otherwise qualified. c. The following exceptions for vacancy requirements are authorized: (1) MC, DC, VC, SP, CH, and JAGC officers who have been selected for promotion by a mandatory selection board may be promoted over-grade (extended Federal Recognition in the higher grade), provided promotion is to the rank of LTC or below, and it is not more than one grade higher than that specified for the position in the MTOE or TDA. These officers may be extended Federal Recognition in the higher grade on or after the date of eligibility for promotion. MC and DC officers may be promoted in any AOC appropriate position, regardless of the grade of the position if selected by a DA mandatory board. AN and 70 series MSC officers (to include 67J) may be promoted one grade over the grade of the position (from 1LT to CPT only) on maximum TIMIG, and/or per ARNG G1 Overgrade Policy guidance. (2) Professional ARNG commissioned officers (AMEDD students (Medical, Dental, IPAP, Clinical Psychology, and Social Worker), JAGC and Chaplain Candidates) assigned to temporary additional TDA positions. A copy of the TTDA approval memorandum must accompany the promotion packet. (3) Policy for promotion of officers assigned in an overstrength status will be published by ARNG-HRH. d. Upon notification of DA Board selection for promotion, the State will validate the officer meets all promotion criteria as listed in paragraphs 8-8, 8-10 and 8-15 of this publication, then submit the following documents to CNGB, ATTN: ARNG-HRP-C. (1) Copy of Board results announcing selection. (2) Copy of State promotion order. (3) Personnel Qualification Record (DA Form 2B) reflecting required civilian and military education. (4) Copy of MILED Waiver for DA Board selection (if required). 8-17. Delay of promotion as a Reserve of the Army a. The State TAG or their designated representative is the approval authority for delay of promotion for officers in the rank of LTC and below per AR 135-155. b. An officer below the rank of COL that has been selected to the next higher grade by a mandatory selection board may request to voluntarily delay the promotion. The one-time delay period may be granted by TAG or their designated representative in any increment up to a maximum of three years from the release date of the board or the date of eligibility for promotion, whichever is later. If the delay is approved, the officer will remain on the promotion list until the promotion is accepted, declined or the officer is separated, but no longer than three years from the authorized start date of delay. At the end of the approved delay period, if not yet promoted, the officer must either accept promotion, transfer to the USAR (IRR) and be promoted, or decline the promotion. An officer who elects transfer to the USAR to accept promotion may be separated from the ARNG at any time but not later than the day after the expiration date of the delay. If the officer declines the promotion, they will be removed from the promotion list and considered to have failed selection for promotion, thus becoming a first time nonselect. The officer will be considered again for promotion by the next mandatory selection board for their grade. An officer below the rank of Colonel who declines a promotion will be considered again for promotion by the next mandatory selection board for their grade. If selected, the officer can again request a delay. However, the period of delay will be for no longer than three years from the release date of the board. The same options are available to the officer during and at the end of the delay period as described above. Officers below the grade of LTC who again decline the promotion, will be removed from the promotion list, considered to have failed selection a second time and will be removed from active status, unless subsequently placed on a promotion list, selected for continuation, or retained under any other provision of law. c. An officer (other than AGR) in the rank of LTC who twice declines a promotion will be considered again for promotion by the next mandatory selection board for their grade. d. An officer who requests delay of promotion and is denied by the approval authority must either accept promotion or be removed from the promotion list and considered to have failed selection. e. An officer who has been selected for promotion by a mandatory selection board who fails to make an election to be promoted, or declines a promotion on or before the end of the maximum allowable delay period will be transferred to the IRR. f. An officer who elects transfer to the USAR (IRR) for purposes of promotion should notify HRC Office of Promotions, Reserve Components, Fort Knox, KY by memorandum to facilitate the action. The promotion will be processed in accordance with AR 135-155 after the officer has been accessed into the USAR (IRR). Requests should be forwarded to HRC Office of Promotions, Reserve Components, Fort Knox, KY. g. A qualified First Lieutenant, after having delayed promotion as authorized under AR 135-155, may be 36 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Chapter 9 Civilian education 9-1. General a. As a reflection of the total Army, the demand for officers with advanced level degrees within the ARNG has escalated sharply in recent years. b. For appointment and/or promotion to a grade above First Lieutenant, an officer must have a baccalaureate degree from a qualifying educational institution. Qualifying educational institutions are as follows: (1) An accredited institution recognized by the SA, or (2) An unaccredited institution provided that, as of the year of the applicant's graduation, it meets the requirements of 10 USC 12205(c). c. The Education Services Officer, or an officer designated by the Directorate of Military Personnel Management (DMPM)/G-1 office will verify accreditation of colleges and universities. 9-2. Civilian education requirements a. ARNG basic branch commissioned officers require a baccalaureate degree for initial appointment and/or promotion to CPT (see chapter 14 of this publication for OCS Exceptions). CIVED requirements for specialty branch officers are contained in AR 135-100, AR 135-101, AR 351-3, and AR 611-21. b. Waivers are not authorized for CIVED requirements for appointments (see chapter 14 of this publication for OCS exceptions). c. The CIVED requirement for promotion from 1LT to CPT is a baccalaureate degree. CIVED waivers are authorized only for officers who are commissioned through OCS. Officers who have received a CIVED waiver cannot be promoted until the CIVED requirement is met. A selection based on a CIVED waiver is only valid for two years per 10 USC 12205(d)(3). Officers who have not earned a baccalaureate degree by the end of the period in which the waiver was granted must be discharged. This process requires submission through ARNG-HRH-O for coordination of final approval. 9-3. Civilian education goals Officers who have obtained a baccalaureate degree are encouraged to pursue a graduate program or specialized education related to one of their military specialties. 9-4. Civilian education documentation (fig 3-4) a. College semester hours/degree may be earned by any method, but must be documented on an official transcript issued from a qualifying educational institution and signed by the registrar. b. Official transcripts will be issued from the qualifying educational institution directly to the office of the State TAG, ATTN: OPM. c. Official transcripts need not be included in appointment/promotion packets. However, the State MPMO/G1 will certify photostatic copies of transcripts for inclusion in appointment/promotion packets as indicated in figure 3-4. d. Transcripts marked: "Student Copy”, "Issued to Student" (or words to that effect), will not be accepted by CNGB in appointment or promotion actions. 9-5. Civilian education requirements for direct appointment applicants a. Applicants for direct appointment in all of the specialty branches must meet the educational requirements per AR 27-1, AR 165-1, AR 351-3, AR 611-21, AR 135-100, and/or AR 135-101, as appropriate. b. Applicants for direct appointment in the basic branches must have a baccalaureate degree from a qualifying educational institution. 9-6. Civilian education requirements for promotion of basic branch officers a. No officer may be promoted to or Federally recognized in a grade above 1LT unless that officer has been awarded a baccalaureate degree from a qualifying educational institution recognized by the SA. b. Both the statutory requirement, 10 USC 12205, and the regulatory requirement, AR 135-155, paragraph 2-9, requiring commissioned officers to possess a baccalaureate degree for promotion to the next higher grade contain “grandfather clauses” for officers promoted to CPT before 1 October 1995 and officers appointed prior to 1 October 1987. Officers grandfathered from the statutory requirements must meet the requirements as applicable. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 37 Chapter 10 Federal Recognition boards for other than general officers 10-1. General Commissioned officers of the ARNG are appointed and promoted by the States under Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution. In order for an officer to be concurrently appointed, promoted, or receive a branch transfer as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army, the State action must be Federally recognized. Federal Recognition action is the acknowledgment by the Federal government that an officer appointed, promoted, or transferred to an authorized grade and position vacancy in the ARNG meets the prescribed laws and regulations. This chapter outlines the personnel actions requiring examination for Federal Recognition and for the conduct of an FRB. When necessary, the applicant will be advised in advance of any additional information desired by the board or required by regulations to correct or complete an application. 10-2. Authority Under 32 USC 307, a board of officers will be convened to determine whether applicants for Federal Recognition meet the medical, moral, and professional qualifications to perform the duties of the grade and position for which examined. A commissioned officer who is Federally recognized is tendered an appointment as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army with assignment to the ARNGUS (10 USC 3351). 10-3. Appointment FRBs are appointed by the area commander having jurisdiction. Appointments are made for the SA. This authority may be further delegated. The Senior Army Adviser (SAA) is the delegated authority to appoint FRBs and sign the appointment order for the area commander. 10-4. Composition FRBs will consist of a total of three commissioned officers of the Active Army and the ARNG. In the selection of officers from the ARNG, State TAG may be requested to nominate officers for membership. a. All officers on an FRB must be at least a CPT and at least one grade senior to the applicant who is to be examined for promotion. For other actions (such as appointment and branch transfers), all officers on an FRB must be at least a CPT and senior in date of rank to the applicant who is to be examined. b. At least one of the three officers of the board will be from the Active Army. The remaining officer(s) will be from the ARNG. The Active Army officers must be either Active Component (AC), or ARNGUS serving on AD or Full Time National Guard Duty (FTNGD) status authorized by Title 32 USC. ARNG officers must be in an active ARNG status. When it is determined by the Army commander that Active Army officers are not available, ARNG officers may be detailed in their place. Each ARNG officer must be Federally recognized in grade and branch. The assignment of ARNG officers in place of Active Army officers should be used as a last resort. c. The senior officer on the FRB will serve as president of the FRB. d. Whenever possible a minimum of one officer on the FRB, and preferably two, should be Federally recognized in the same branch or be qualified in the same specialty for which the applicant is to be examined. e. When available, a commissioned Army aviator will be included as a member of the board when considering applicants for appointment with assignment to an aviation position. f. Whenever possible, board membership should include a minority group or female officer when considering minority group or female applicants. g. The SAA will, whenever possible, convene the board using internal assets. In cases where this is not possible, the SAA is authorized to coordinate directly with other Army activities, and adjoining States. 10-5. Board site The FRB should be established at State level to provide a uniform basis for selection and to assure that only candidates possessing full qualifications and high potential for success as commissioned officers are appointed or promoted. a. When geographical considerations warrant the designation of multiple board sites, their number should be strictly limited, and each board will be given identical guidance. b. When necessary, the applicant will be advised in advance of any additional information desired by the board or required by regulations to correct or complete an application. 38 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 10-6. Procedure a. Conduct of the board. The board will assemble at the time and place designated and proceed as follows: (1) The recorder will read the order appointing the board. (2) Challenges will be received. If challenges are received, follow procedures prescribed in 10-7c of this publication. (3) The recorder will administer the oath to all other members of the board and then the President of the board will administer the oath to the recorder. (4) The president of the board will brief the members of the board as to their responsibilities. (5) The president of the board will discuss with the other members of the board the Memorandum of Instructions. (6) If required, interview applicant(s). (7) It will be the responsibility of the board to determine, from the records submitted, whether or not the applicant(s) meets all requirements for Federal Recognition in the grade and position for which being considered. (8) The president of the board will advise the applicant(s) that all statements made to the board and all forms submitted in connection with the application for Federal Recognition will be verified against available records, and the disclosure of any false or incomplete statement may be cause for denial of Federal Recognition by the CNGB. (9) The board will proceed with the examination of the applicant(s) as specified in the following paragraphs. If at any time during the examination it is determined that the applicant(s) is not qualified, the examination will cease, and the applicant(s) will be excused. (10) The findings and recommendations of the board will be indicated on NGB Form 89 (see appendix B). b. Attendance. (1) Members. Full membership of a board constitutes a quorum. If all members are not physically or electronically present, the board will adjourn until such time as the attendance of all members can be obtained. If all members cannot be assembled within a reasonable time, the president of the board will report that fact to the appointing authority. (2) Applicants. All applicants, except as indicated below, will be required to appear before the FRB. (a) Applicants being considered for promotion need not appear, unless the president of the FRB desires. (b) Applicants being considered for branch transfer need not appear, unless the president of the FRB desires. (c) Graduates of approved officer candidate schools applying for initial appointment as second lieutenants need not appear. The OCS selection process and the evaluation procedures for successful course completion are considered sufficient for that purpose. (d) TAG may grant a waiver for an applicant for initial appointment to not have to appear, if a scheduling conflict arises that cannot be overcome. This should only be used in extreme cases. (Example: a doctor has been called away for a medical emergency.) c. Challenges. Each applicant will be given an opportunity to challenge any member or members for causes as follows: (1) Only one challenge will be made at a time. (2) The applicant will declare cause on which each challenge is based. (3) The board, exclusive of the challenged member, will determine the validity of the challenge. (4) When a challenge is sustained, the board will suspend proceedings and transmit the record of proceedings to the appointing authority. (5) The appointing authority may: (a) Approve the action of the board and replace the challenged member, or (b) Disapprove the action and direct the board to proceed. d. Oaths. Oaths will be administered to the board to proceed. (1) By the recorder to the other members of the board: "Each of you and state your name, _________ , do solemnly swear (or affirm) that you will, without prejudice or partiality, and having in view both the special fitness of officers and the efficiency of the Army, perform the duties imposed upon you, and further, that you will not divulge the proceedings or results thereof except as may be directed by proper authority." (2) By the President to the recorder: "I, state your name,_________, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that you will keep a true record of the proceedings of this board, and further, that you will not divulge the proceedings or results thereof pertaining to the selection or non-selection of individual officers except to proper authority." 10-7. Examination a. General qualifications. The board will determine the general qualifications of each applicant to evaluate NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 41 will be returned to the board with instructions to correct. If found in order, the SAA will forward the proceedings to TAG by endorsement indicating the board was conducted per this regulation and the current SA Memorandum of Instruction to the FRB. 10-17. Actions required by the State Adjutant General TAG will take the following action when: a. The applicant is favorably recommended by the board: (1) Examine application for completeness of NGB Form 89, NGB Form 337, and other documents entered into the record of the board. (2) Endorses application to ARNG-HRP-R. b. The applicant is not favorably recommended by the board. Notify rejected applicants through channels used for submission of application furnishing reason for disqualification. If the reason for rejection does not act as a permanent bar to Federal Recognition, advise applicant of procedure and requirements for resubmission of application. 10-18. Actions by the Chief, National Guard Bureau a. Reviews the record of board proceedings and the recommendations of the TAG to determine if the application meets the qualifications and requirements for Federal Recognition. b. Extends permanent Federal Recognition to the applicant in the grade and branch in which the individual is qualified. c. Concurrently, requests HRC appoint applicant as a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army in the grade in which Federally recognized. d. Grants temporary Federal Recognition, for a period not to exceed 12 months from date of State order, for commissioned officers whose application and credentials require further review. e. If upon review of all records, an applicant is not granted Federal Recognition, TAG will be notified. Temporary Federal Recognition, if in effect, will be withdrawn. Chapter 11 General Officers 11-1. Appointment and promotion authority The appointment and promotion of ARNG officers to and within general officer grades are functions of the State concerned, as distinguished from the Federal recognition of such appointment or promotion. 11-2. Appointment of Chiefs of State military departments a. Of one of the 50 States. The appointment of an individual as the Chief of the State military department, their authorized assistant, and their tenure of office are governed by the laws of the State (normally, these positions are entitled “Adjutant General” and “Assistant Adjutant General,” but the exact titles are governed by the laws of the State). b. Of a Territory or Commonwealth. Governors of the Territories of Guam and the Virgin Islands and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, respectively, appoint their Adjutants General. c. Of the District of Columbia. The President appoints the Commanding General of the District of Columbia National Guard and prescribes the grade and qualifications for the position. 11-3. Federal recognition criteria for Chiefs of State military departments a. State Adjutants General (TAG). (1) A TAG may be appointed and serve in that capacity without Federal recognition if authorized in State law. (2) No officer will be federally recognized to serve in the position authorized for a TAG other than the officer who is appointed as and performing the duties of the State TAG. (3) A TAG may be federally recognized in the grade authorized by the respective State code, but not to exceed the grade of MG, subject to the following: (a) Commissioned officers or former commissioned officers of the Armed Forces who have served in the grade of BG for a minimum of one year and are otherwise qualified may, as TAG, be considered for Federal recognition in the grade of MG. (b) Commissioned officers or former commissioned officers of the Armed Forces who have served in the grade of COL for a minimum of one year and are otherwise qualified may, as TAG, be considered for Federal recognition in the grade of BG. (c) To be considered for Federal recognition in general officer grades, a TAG must meet the requirements for the 42 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 grade sought as prescribed by paragraph 11-5. (d) Upon termination of appointment as a TAG, an officer will be processed in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 14314 and Army Regulation 135-156. b. State Assistant Adjutants General (AAG). Officers assigned as a State AAG may be considered for Federal recognition in the grade of MG or BG when the AAG position has a corresponding ARNG strength authorization and the State code provides specifically for one or more Army AAG in the grade of MG or BG. c. Commissioned officers holding a certificate of eligibility (COE) for Federal recognition in the grade of BG or MG may be extended Federal recognition in that grade if appointed as a TAG or AAG. 11-4. General Officer Federal Recognition Boards a. Authority. Under the provisions of 32 U.S.C. 307 and AR 135-156, a General Officer Federal Recognition Board (GOFRB) will be convened by the SA to determine the physical, moral, and professional fitness of candidates for federal recognition in the general officer grade and branch for which examined. b. Appointment. Boards for examination of candidates for Federal recognition in general officer grades will be appointed by the SA. These GOFRBs will ordinarily be convened semiannually by the SA, typically in April and October, with supplemental boards convened as needed. c. Composition. The board will consist of three general officers, two of whom will be from the Regular Army and one from the ARNGUS. Additional nonvoting members, such as a medical officer, JAG, chaplain and recorder, may be appointed by the SA. d. Board Memorandum of Instructions (MOI). For every GOFRB convened by the SA, the SA will provide a MOI prescribing approved board procedures that must be followed by the board members. 11-5. Prerequisites for GOFRB consideration for Federal recognition in general officer grades There is one GOFRB process, which is used to consider all National Guard officers for Federal recognition in general officer grades, to include COE candidates. Candidates must satisfy the following prerequisites to be considered by a GOFRB for Federal recognition to a general officer grade: a. Hold an appointment in the ARNG of a State, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Territories of Guam or the Virgin Islands, or the District of Columbia in the grade for which being considered. This prerequisite is not applicable to COE candidates. b. Be assigned to a general officer position in a federally recognized ARNG unit. This prerequisite is also not applicable to COE candidates. c. Have satisfied the following time-in-grade requirement for consideration to the next higher grade: (1) COL to BG: 1 year (2) BG to MG: 1 year d. Be in an active status at the time the GOFRB is convened. This prerequisite is not applicable to a TAG or AAG. e. Have served continuously for five years in an active status immediately preceding consideration by a GOFRB. This prerequisite is not applicable to a TAG or AAG, and for all other officers the requirement may be waived by the CNGB if an officer has been in an inactive status for no more than two years during the preceding five-year period. f. Beginning on the first day of the month in which the GOFRB convenes, officers must have sufficient time remaining to serve in an active status before their mandatory removal date for maximum age. (1) Officers other than a TAG or AAG must have at least four years remaining to serve in an active status in the higher grade before reaching maximum age for that grade (BG – age 62; MG – age 64). (2) A TAG or AAG must have at least two years remaining to serve in an active status in the higher grade before reaching maximum age (BG AAG – age 62; MG AAG – age 64; TAG – age 66). (3) Officers assigned to special branches (CH, JAGC, and AMEDD) must have at least two years remaining to serve in an active status in the higher grade before reaching maximum age for that grade (BG – age 62; MG – age 64). If retained under 10 U.S.C. 14703, CH and AMEDD officers must have at least four years remaining to serve in an active status in the higher grade before reaching age 68, which is the maximum age under that retention authority. (4) Officers retained under 10 U.S.C. 14702 must have at least two years remaining to serve in an active status in the higher grade before reaching the last day of their retention period. (5) The CNGB may approve exceptions on a case-by-case basis. Such requests must contain full justification citing the extraordinary circumstances involved, and they must be signed by the officer’s Adjutant General or Governor and be submitted to the CNGB, ATTN: NGB-GO. g. Have successfully completed the Army War College, another resident Senior Service College, or a Military Education Level – 1 (MEL-1) producing fellowship program, as described in AR 350-1, prior to GOFRB consideration for Federal recognition to BG. Completion of this requirement may be waived by the CNGB only for those officers who will complete this requirement within 60 days after the convene date of the GOFRB. Officers who are granted a waiver will be conditionally considered by a GOFRB, but their names will be administratively removed from the GOFRB recommended NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 43 list if they fail to complete the requisite military education requirement within 60 days after the convene date of the GOFRB. h. Be medically qualified. All officers must meet the medical standards for retention prescribed by AR 40-501. For a TAG or AAG, if Federal recognition in a lower grade has been authorized under the provisions of NGR 635-101 despite a medical disqualification, or if a medical waiver for retention in an active status has been authorized previously, the CNGB may authorize Federal recognition in the higher grade if the CNGB determines that the disqualification will not hamper performance of duty. i. All candidates must meet the weight and/or body fat standards of AR 600-9. j. Reserve Component officers receiving retired pay may be transferred from the Retired Reserve and returned to an active status in the Ready Reserve if the SA makes a special finding of indispensability under 10 U.S.C. 10145 and AR 135-156. These officers are eligible for GOFRB consideration if they otherwise satisfy the prerequisites of this paragraph. k. Have evidence of a favorable investigative files check and be in possession of a Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) indicating a security clearance of Top Secret (TS) based on a favorable Background Investigation (BI) or Special Background Investigation (SBI), or Single Scope Background Investigation. For those individuals who do not possess a TS clearance, a BI must be initiated prior to the convening date of the GOFRB. l. Must possess a baccalaureate degree or higher from an institution accredited by the American Council of Education at the time the degree was awarded. 11-6. Limitations of Certificates of Eligibility a. Officers confirmed by the Senate for appointment in a general officer grade, but who are not assigned to a general officer position, may be issued a COE for federal recognition in that grade. A COE is valid for two years from the date it is issued. Officers assigned to a general officer position within two years after the date the COE was issued may be granted Federal recognition for that grade without further examination, except as to physical condition, provided they remain otherwise qualified for Federal recognition. A COE becomes invalid when an officer is removed from an active status for any reason, to include transfer to the Standby Reserve (Inactive Status List) or reaching a mandatory removal date (unless otherwise retained). A COE expires if an officer has not been assigned to a general officer position within two years from the date the COE was issued. b. COEs cannot be extended under any circumstances. If officers are still qualified, they must be re-examined by a subsequent GOFRB IAW paragraph 11-10e to attain another COE. c. An officer’s COE will not be invalidated solely because the officer is retained beyond mandatory removal date, for any reason, by competent authority. 11-7. Nomination procedure and documentation Upon announcement by the CNGB that the SA will convene a GOFRB, the responsible State will submit documents for each officer being nominated for GOFRB consideration IAW the current ARNG GOFRB Handbook published by NGB- GO. The following must be submitted, in addition to any supplemental documents required in the ARNG GOFRB Handbook: a. Nomination memorandum prepared IAW the current ARNG GOFRB Handbook. The nomination memorandum must specify if the officer is being nominated as a candidate for Federal recognition or as a candidate for a COE. For candidates for Federal recognition, the memorandum must state the specific reasons the individual was selected for assignment to a general officer position. For candidates for a COE, the memorandum must specify the projected general officer assignment, identify the incumbent, and provide the projected date and reason the incumbent will vacate the position. b. A nomination memorandum must be submitted for all officers, to include officers previously confirmed by the Senate and issued a COE that expired and Adjutant Generals Corps officers requesting consideration for General Officer of the Line (GOL) qualification. c. Official military photograph (8x10 for general officers, 4x6 for COLs) taken within six months of the GOFRB convene date. The photograph will meet the specifications of AR 640-30. d. Biography that includes a separate addendum describing the nature of the officer's civilian occupation and the scope and extent of responsibilities. Biography and addendums will be prepared as prescribed in the current ARNG GOFRB Handbook. e. For a TAG or AAG, an extract of the pertinent portion of the State code governing appointment and grade. Executive orders or other directives (which implement a State code, but are not specific in nature) are not sufficient evidence for Federal recognition purposes. f. Copy of State orders appointing and assigning the officer to general officer grade and position in the ARNG. A TAG position is branch immaterial. Candidates for a COE do not require a copy of State orders. g. Copy of State order reassigning incumbent of the general officer position unless the position is a new authorization. This requirement is not applicable to candidates for a COE. h. Current Retirement Points Accounting Management System (RPAM) printout covering the past five years or a 46 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 a. Have enrolled in the SROTC program. b. A memorandum of acceptance from the ARNG for a valid vacancy verified by TAG (figure 12-1) and a memorandum of understanding signed by the cadet (figure 12-2) are required prior to commissioning. A copy of these memoranda will accompany the application for Federal Recognition. 12-5. Applying for Federal Recognition LTs seeking ARNG appointments from the ECP will apply for Federal Recognition per the procedures for transfer from the USAR established in chapter 3. 12-6. Control of officer pending call to active duty or initial training a. CDR, HRC-AR PERSCOM is the administrative agency for ECP LTs and all coordination should be made through their office. The 36-month delay is specific in that the ECP LT must be concentrating on the completion of the baccalaureate degree; CDR, HRC-AR PERSCOM may extend the 36 month delay period. When an extension is granted the ECP LT may not complete the BOLC requirement within 42 months. In these cases, the OPM should coordinate with the Special Officer Team at CDR, HRC-AR PERSCOM to ensure that the ECP LT is scheduled to attend BOLC immediately upon completion of the baccalaureate degree requirement. b. Per DA Pam 611-21, the reporting classification code for all ROTC commissionees awaiting training in the appropriate resident officer basic course/BOLC will be designated as 00D. c. Officers who fail to complete BOLC within 36 months, fail to enroll in a baccalaureate degree program, dis- enroll from college or fail to obtain a baccalaureate degree within 36 months will be released to the control of the ARNG, are dis-enrolled from ROTC, and processed for separation. d. Officers who fail to complete baccalaureate degree requirements in 36 months continue to serve in the Selected Reserve, provided they have an educational waiver out to 42 months. e. If the officer has not been promoted to 1LT prior to disenrollment from college, they are not eligible for promotion until they meet the same promotion eligibility criteria as other 2LTs as outlined in chapter 8. 12-7. Basic Officer Leaders Course training for officers commissioned under the Early Commissioning Program a. Resident attendance at BOLC is the only method for a newly appointed basic branch officer to become branch qualified and eligible for the award of the appropriate AOC. b. ECP Officers will be scheduled to attend a resident BOLC as soon as possible following graduation from the baccalaureate degree program by the CDR, HRC-AR PERSCOM c. During the 36 months they are allowed to complete the baccalaureate degree, ECP 2LTs may be promoted to 1LTs without first attending BOLC, at 24 months of commissioned service, but may not be promoted to CPT until successfully completing BOLC and baccalaureate degree requirements. d. Early commissionees may volunteer to attend BOLC prior to receiving a baccalaureate degree. However, scheduling and paying for the officer to complete BOLC prior to obtaining their baccalaureate degree, requires approval by CDR, HRC-AR PERSCOM. e. Upon degree completion the officer should be scheduled for BOLC if remaining in the ARNG. If the officer is assessed to the active component, upon receipt of orders from HRC-AR PERSCOM, the officer must be separated from the ARNG. 12-8. Mobilization policy Mobilization procedures for ECP are the same as those for Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) cadets. See chapter 13 of this publication for guidance pertaining to mobilization constraints for ECP or SMP. 12-9 Assignment Officer trainees commissioned under the ROTC ECP must compete for officer position vacancies. Selection will be based upon individual qualification and demonstrated potential and the needs of the unit. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 47 LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM THRU The Adjutant General THRU Professor of Military Science FOR ROTC Region Commander SUBJECT: Acceptability of Assignment to an ARNG Unit under the provisions of the Early Commissioning Program 1. Second Lieutenant (first name MI last name.) (SSN) has requested consideration for assignment to the Army National Guard on or about (date) as a commissioned officer under the provisions of AR 145-1. I certify that a unit vacancy exists and that Second Lieutenant (name) is acceptable for assignment upon commissioning to the ( unit designation, location, para/line _______. 2. I understand that Second Lieutenant (name) is obligated by law to serve on active duty for a period established by their contract and depending upon Second Lieutenant (name’s) desires and the needs of the Army. By accepting Second Lieutenant (name) for assignment to the unit listed in paragraph 1 above, I agree to release them for active duty at the appropriate time. 3. I further understand that in the event the unit to which Second Lieutenant (name) is assigned is mobilized, they will be ordered to active duty with the unit; however, they cannot be deployed overseas until they have completed their initial active duty for training (IADT). 4. I also understand that Second Lieutenant (name) will be commissioned in the United States Army Reserve (USAR) and initially assigned to the USAR Control Group (OADO) and that they will be transferred to the (State) Army National Guard upon receipt by the Commanding General, HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R of a properly executed DD Form 368, which I agree to initiate. (AUTHORITY LINE - IF USED) ARNG Unit S1 or Commander (signature block) Figure 12-1. Letter of Acceptance by ARNG of a Lieutenant for ECP 48 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) THRU Professor of Military Science FOR ROTC Region Commander SUBJECT: Cadet Statement of Understanding Concerning Appointment as an Officer Under the Provisions of the Early Commissioning Program 1. I understand that if commissioned early under the provisions of AR 145-1, I am still obligated by law to serve on active duty until completion of my Initial Entry Training (IET) the terms of my contractual service obligation are completed, or the needs of the Army are met. Any time that may be spent in the Reserve Components, prior to that tour of active duty, will not be credited toward completion of my active duty obligation. 2. I further understand that if commissioned early, I will be given up to 36 months to complete a baccalaureate degree and if at any time before the 36-month period has expired, I do not enroll or am disenrolled from college I will be released to the control of the Army National Guard and processed for separation. At the present time, it is my intent to obtain a baccalaureate degree on (date). 3. I also understand that I must attend resident officer basic course (BOLC) upon graduation from college. At the end of 42 months after appointment, I am aware that I will be separated from the Army National Guard if I have not completed BOLC. 4. I agree to comply with any and all orders or instructions issued by the Commanding General, HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R I will keep HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R informed of my status in school by providing copies of my grades after each semester or term, any change in address, and any other pertinent data. Should I be disenrolled from school for any reason, I will immediately notify HRC, ATTN: AHRC-OPM-R. 5. Under the provisions AR 145-1, I understand that will receive a RA appointment, if: a. I am otherwise qualified. b. I am enrolled in a Baccalaureate degree program during the school year in which I am applying. 6. If I am not eligible or become ineligible to apply for active duty, I will automatically be selected for Reserve Forces Duty (RFD). 7. I understand that scholarship and subsistence benefits terminate at the time I accept this commission. Lieutenant’s Signature Block Figure 12-2. Sample of Cadet Statement of Understanding NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 51 final determination of their conditional status. The conditional period of participation is limited to one academic year. The conditional status must be favorably resolved within the specified period or the SMP cadet must be released from the SMP. b. ARNG members who wish to conditionally participate as SMP non-scholarship cadets must sign a written agreement (fig 13-4) stating that they agree to the following: (1) Promotion to Sergeant E-5 (MOS 09R20) in the ARNGUS will be effective the day that the cadet is fully contracted, no longer in a conditional status. Any reenlistment or extension bonuses due to the cadet during the conditional period will be paid and will not be subject to recoupment. (2) The conditional status must be resolved within one academic year or such status will be terminated. Further, they will not be allowed to continue in the ROTC Advanced program until the disqualifying condition is resolved and the cadet becomes fully eligible to reenter under current enrollment criteria. (3) The cadet understands that the time spent in the ROTC Advanced program as a conditional participant is creditable towards meeting Military Science requirements for commissioning but will not be credited for either length of service (10 USC 2106 and 2107) or for pay purposes (37 USC 205) as a commissioned officer. (4) The cadet understands that their promotion to Sergeant E-5, if awarded as a result of becoming a SMP participant, is effective only so long as they continue to be a SMP participant. Should a cadet cease to be a SMP participant or be dis-enrolled for any reason from SROTC, the cadet will revert to the grade held immediately prior to promotion to E-5 as a SMP participant, unless the provisions of AR 145-1 dictate a higher grade. 13-7. Policies applicable to officer trainees who have completed the Reserve Officer Training Corps Advanced Course a. Commissioning. (1) Officer trainees who have a baccalaureate degree at the time they complete the ROTC Advanced Course and those persons scheduled to receive a baccalaureate degree within eight months after completion of ROTC Advanced Course may be commissioned per AR 145-1 and may be subsequently appointed in the ARNG. (2) Officer trainees commissioned under the ROTC ECP must compete for officer position vacancies. Unit membership as an SMP participant does not guarantee a position within the unit under ECP. Selection will be based upon individual qualification and demonstrated potential and the needs of the unit. (3) Officer trainees with GRFD contracts will receive priority consideration for ARNG unit assignments. (4) Officer trainees unqualified for appointment under this regulation, but qualified for commission under other provisions of AR 145-1 will be granted a conditional release from the ARNGUS to accept appointment in another component. (5) Officer trainees with a remaining Mandatory Service Obligation (MSO) who are dis-enrolled from ROTC Advanced Course, fail to complete the ROTC Advanced Course, fail to be tendered a commission, fail to volunteer for ECP, or fail to accept a commission will be retained in their enlisted status if otherwise qualified, for the completion of their MSO (see table 13-1 and processing procedures in paragraph 13-20). (6) Officer trainees not qualified for retention in an enlisted status will be discharged in accordance with NGR 600-200. b. SMP completion cadets. SMP officer trainees (who are not commissioned after completing all ROTC Advanced course requirements except graduation may continue their SMP status with their ARNG unit for a maximum of 24 additional months. All SMP's must remain satisfactory participants in their ARNG Troop Program Unit (TPU). Per 10 USC 2107a, the SA has the authority to revoke the GRFD status when in the interest of the Army. c. Officer trainees granted a commissioning delay due to academic deficiencies are subject to reevaluation by their unit commander as to whether they should be discharged, retained in an officer trainee status, or transferred to USAR Control Group, (ROTC). The unit commander will consult with the PMS before taking action. If transferred to USAR Control Group (ROTC), the individual's records will be forwarded to the PMS. Section IV Assignment 13-8. Assignments a. An SMP participant will be assigned as an officer trainee in a unit based on current or projected commissioned officer vacancies. This includes authorized over strength positions when authorized. Once the person is assigned to a position as an officer trainee, that position will not be used to justify additional officer trainees until the person originally assigned has been commissioned or disqualified from participating in the SMP. The unit may fill this 52 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 position with a commissioned officer at any time, and the officer trainee may continue participating in an over strength status until either commissioned or disqualified from participating in SMP. b. An SMP will not be assigned to a specialty branch position (AMEDD, JAG, Chaplain) without specific written approval from NGB prior to assignment. c. The total number of SMP participants will be limited by the commander to the number which can be effectively supervised and properly trained. d. The total number of SMPs per State will not exceed 4% of wartime required aggregate (officer and enlisted) strength without prior approval of CNGB. All requests for waiver to exceed the authorized number of SMPs in the State will be forwarded through TAG to ARNG-HRH-O. e. SMP participants may be attached to other units. However, the total number attached must be controlled by the State OPM. f. When the number of SMP participants exceeds the capability for effective supervision and quality training, only the best qualified should be selected under a State managed system. Priorities for selection by category will be (in order of priority): (1) Current ARNG enlisted Soldiers who are participating in State funded scholarship programs or recipients of a Reserve Forces Duty (RFD), dedicated ARNG or a two-year MJC scholarship. (2) SMP cadets who are contracted by a GRFD agreement. (3) Other applicants who are enrolled in the ROTC Advanced Course. g. SMP cadets may only be assigned to basic branch positions, they will not be assigned to specialty branch positions (CH, JA, MS, MC, AN, DC, SP, etc.). h. The cadet’s Primary Military Occupational Specialty (PMOS) and Duty Military Occupational Specialty (DMOS) (not the position MOS/SSI) will be 09R and their qualification code will be "S" until they complete the ROTC program or are released from the program. Graduates of ROTC are required to accept commission immediately upon graduation. Section V Training and utilization 13-9. Training a. Officer trainees are required to attend ARNG AT as long as training does not interfere with academic achievement, scheduled ROTC training or the Army ROTC LDAC (formerly known as National Leaders Advanced Camp (NLAC) or ROTC Advanced Camp). The priority will be given to the Army ROTC LDAC and AT will be rescheduled in accordance with NGR (AR) 350-1 when possible. Otherwise, AT has a priority over USACC ROTC training. Commanders will interview all of their officer trainees to determine the best time for scheduling their AT. The scheduling of AT will not conflict with the college classes or course work. Attendance at ROTC airborne or air assault school is encouraged and authorized. Constructive credit will be used to report these members on the DA Form 1379 for Inactive Duty for Training (IDT) or AT. b. The commander will ensure that an appropriate training plan is prepared and proper supervision given to assist in the development of the officer trainee. c. Commanders will provide a copy of the unit training schedule to the PMS to assist in preventing training conflicts. d. Commanders should be aware of the cadet's academic workload and field instruction being received by the officer trainee, and when possible, training given by the unit to the officer trainee should complement the training received from ROTC participation. e. When a conflict occurs between an ROTC field training exercise (FTX), dining in, or military ball and weekend drill, the following applies: (1) When the ROTC event is part of the required program of instruction in Military Science (MS) II or MS IV, attendance is mandatory for the officer trainee and the ROTC training will have priority. However, the officer trainee must notify the unit of the conflict in advance and provide a training attendance certificate. (2) If the ROTC training is not part of the required program of instruction and is voluntary, the ARNG weekend drill will have priority. (3) When a weekend drill is missed, the commander has the option to grant an excused absence (no pay involved). f. A cadet who has completed Initial Active Duty for Training (IADT) is eligible for AT with a unit deploying for Overseas Deployment Training (ODT). ROTC Leadership Training Course (LTC) (formerly known as ROTC Basic Camp) and/or any combination of MS I, MS II, MS III, and MS IV do not equate to IDT and do not qualify the individual for ODT (Title 10, USC, section 671). NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 53 13-10. Officer Candidates a. Officer trainees will be assigned duties commensurate with the rank of 2LT. Commanders should ensure that officer trainees are given the respect and courtesy (except saluting) normally reserved for commissioned officers of the United States Armed Forces. Officer trainees will be expected to salute all officers and warrant officers. b. As part of their training, officer trainees should be exposed to duties (in a supervisory capacity) normally accomplished by lower grade enlisted personnel (e.g., guard duty, Kitchen Police (K.P), motor stables, etc.). c. Commanders will provide the officer trainee with continuous counseling on the officer's leadership role. The commander must always be aware of the officer trainee's future role as a commissioned officer and provide regular feedback on how the officer trainee is executing leadership functions. d. Officer trainees will not be placed in any position requiring them to act directly for the commander (e.g.: duty officer, member of a court-martial, officer solely responsible for the conduct of live fire training, handling of public monies or records pertaining to same, or to any position requiring an officer's certification). Officer trainees may serve as officer of the guard or officer of the day, but such duties must be performed under the supervision of the staff duty officer. e. Officer trainees will be referred to as "Mister" or "Miss/Misses." Terms such as "Sir", "Ma'am", or sergeant will not be used as a form of military courtesy. Section VI Uniform, subsistence, and billeting 13-11. Uniform a. The specific uniform worn by the officer trainee at ARNG unit activities will be determined by the State. Officer trainees will receive the normal unit issue authorized by Common Table of Allowance (CTA) 50-900 (clothing bag). The ROTC unit will not issue clothing items furnished by the ARNG according to CTA 50-900. b. The following are not appropriate for wear while participating in ARNG training activities: (1) ROTC cadet rank, ribbon, and fourragere. (2) Officer or enlisted military rank insignia. (3) Unit insignia (crest) on headgear. c. ROTC insignia is authorized for wear while in ARNG status. 13-12. Subsistence During IDT and AT, officer trainees will not be charged for meals but will be required to sign for meals on the unit signature headcount sheet (DA Form 3351). 13-13. Billeting Officer trainees should be billeted with junior officers during periods of training which require overnight billeting. Section VII Processing 13-14. General Officer trainees must be reported at time of accession under the ARNG SIDPERS or IPPS-A systems. States are encouraged to coordinate with the PMS to ensure accurate reporting and to resolve any discrepancies between the ARNG SIDPERS and the U.S. Army ROTC Cadet Command Management Information System (MIS). 13-15. Enlistment procedures a. Soldiers currently enlisted in the ARNG who volunteer and meet the requirements for the SMP must execute the SMP Agreement Annex (NGB Form 594-1R). b. When an extension of enlistment is required to comply with table 13-1, the provisions of NGR 600-200 apply. The Soldier will execute the DA Form 4836 (Oath of Extension of Enlistment or Reenlistment). c. When an individual is enlisting in the ARNG for the SMP, the provisions of NGR 600-200 apply except as follows: (1) In DD Form 1966, Item 39, enter “Enl for ARNG ROTC/SMP Program NGR (AR) 600-100 as a (SMP participant) (potential SMP participant).” (2) In item 43a, enter “ARNG ROTC/SMP, chapter 13, NGR (AR) 600-100 (SMP participant) (potential SMP 56 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 LETTERHEAD (ROTC Institution) (Office Symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM FOR State G1 SUBJECT: PMS Certification 1. According to Chapter 13, NGR (AR) 600-100, officials of the Army National Guard must have certificates from a PMS, ROTC, that an applicant for the ROTC/SMP will be enrolled in the ROTC Advanced Course, before the ARNG enlistment can be completed. 2. As a result of an interview with ____(NAME)______on ______DATE_______, I hereby certify that he/she will be accepted for enrollment in the ROTC Advanced Course. The applicant appears to have those qualifications necessary for becoming an effective Army officer. (Signature Block of PMS) Figure 13-1 Sample PMS (ROTC) Certification NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 57 LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM FOR SUBJECT: Notice of Removal from Participation in Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) with Continuing Membership in the Unit of Assignment 1. Effective this date, Officer Trainee ________________, SSN: ____________ SMP as a result of··------ , is hereby removed from the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). a Not having enrolled in the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Advanced Course within one year of entry into the SMP; b. Not having been accepted for enrollment in the ROTC Advanced Course; c. Having been disenrolled from the ROTC Advanced Course; d. Refusing to accept a commission when tendered; e. Not having been tendered a commission. 2. Soldier has a remaining military service obligation, either statutory or contractual. They are thereby retained as a member of the ARNG, currently assigned to this unit, until the date of expiration of term of service (ETS), which is- ___________________________ 3. The following additional information is provided: a. Per NGR 600·200, enlisted pay grade reverts from Officer Trainee to____________. b. Reporting code is changed from 09R10/09R20 to ____________ (PMOS/DMOS) c. Entry on IADT to complete basic training or advanced individual training, or both, (is) (is not) required. A training reservation (has) (has not) been obtained through the REQUEST system. The member will enter on IADT _________________ at ____________________ to undergo training in MOS ______________. FOR THE COMMANDER: (Signature Block) Figure 13-2. Notice of Removal from Participation in SMP 58 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM FOR SUBJECT: Statement of Understanding of Conditional Enrollment - Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) I, __________________, have been briefed and understand that while conditionally enrolled in the ROTC Simultaneous Membership Program I am subject to the following: a. I can only be conditionally enrolled in the ROTC Advanced Course for a maximum of one academic year. b. I will receive commissioning credit for the time spent as a conditional cadet provided I meet all eligibility requirements and become fully contracted within one academic year. c. I will be eligible for any reenlistment or extension bonuses due as an actively participating enlisted member of the ARNG while in a conditional status. d. If not already in a pay status equivalent to E-5 or above, I will be eligible for an administrative advancement to Cadet/E-5 (MOS 09R20) in the ARNG effective on the day that I am fully contracted into the ROTC Advanced Course. e. I will not receive credit for my reserve time for either length of service (10 USC 2106(c)) or pay purposes (37 USC 205(d)) once I am commissioned. ________________________________ ___________________________________ Signature of Applicant) (Signature of PMS or Enrollment Officer) Figure 13-3. Statement of Understanding of Conditional Enrollment - Simultaneous Membership Program NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 61 complete 10 years of commissioned service in order to be able to retire as a commissioned officer 10 USC 3911. c. Promotion. Soldiers who fail OCS will be administratively returned to their previously held grade upon release from their OCS program. (1) Soldiers in the grade of E5 or below attending State or Accelerated OCS will be advanced to SSG (with a title of Candidate) one day before they enter the program. (2) Soldiers in the grade of E4 and below attending Federal OCS will be advanced to SGT (with a title of Candidate) one day before they enter the program. d. Branching. Graduates from OCS desiring an appointment to the Medical Service (MS) Corps must coordinate with the AMEDD Recruiting point of contact in their State for professional boarding action at United States Army Recruiting Command, Fort Knox. It is recommended that this process be initiated at least three months prior to graduation from OCS in order to be able to appoint as MS upon graduation. e. Vacancy requirement. A position vacancy is not required to enroll in the OCS Program. However, assignment to a valid MTOE/TDA position is required for appointment. f. Candidates attending Federal OCS should be examined by a FRB prior to attending the course to ensure eligibility for commissioning. g. State and Accelerated OCS candidates should not be examined by a FRB prior to completion of the course This is consistent with the guidance contained in para 10-7b(2)(c) and para 10-15b(3) of this regulation. However, this specific choice of verbiage will allow states that board early to continue to do so. 14-7. Waivers All waivers must be obtained prior to enrollment in State or Accelerated OCS. a. No waivers (medical, judicial or administrative) for the Federal OCS standards are authorized. b. Waivers and exceptions to policy for State and Accelerated OCS will be considered on a case by case basis by the appropriate offices as indicated below. Approved waivers must be included with the OCS enrollment packet as well as included in the Federal Recognition application packet. c. Requests for medical waivers for State and Accelerated OCS will be forwarded to ARNG-CSG with the documentation listed below: (1) Original DD Form 2807-1, DD Form 2808 and last PHA (if applicable). (2) DA Form 3349 (if applicable). d. All other requests for Exceptions to Policy and Waiver Requests which are not specifically outlined within this regulation will be sent to ARNG-HRH-O. 14-8. Assignments a. Federal OCS candidates, once awarded the MOS of 09S and advanced to Sergeant, will be assigned to either a valid officer position (if no qualified officer is available) or excess to an officer position. The Soldier will be carried 9993 if they are excess to an officer position. The Soldiers PMOS and DMOS (not the position MOS/SSI) will be 09R and their qualification code will be "S" until they are commissioned and complete the BOLC. NGR 351-5 directs that personnel will not attend the Federal OCS program to obtain a COE; they must be appointed upon graduation. b. State OCS candidates may remain assigned to an enlisted position as the primary slot holder, carried 9993, if they are excess to that enlisted position, assigned to a valid officer position (if no qualified officer is available), or carried 9993 if they are excess to an officer position. The Soldiers PMOS and DMOS (not the position MOS/SSI) will be 09S and their qualification code will be "S" until they complete the OCS program or are released from the program. Graduates of the State OCS are not required to accept commission immediately upon graduation. (1) If the Soldier elects not to commission at the completion of the State OCS program, validation of their completion of OCS must be added to their OMPF. Per AR 600-8-19, completion of OCS is authorized constructive credit for Warrior Leader course (WLC). Per NGR 600-101, it is also authorized constructive credit for Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS) for up to five years after completion of OCS. Additionally, per paragraph 2-10 of this regulation, Soldiers in this category have up to five years to accept appointment as a commissioned officer. (2) If the Soldier elects to accept a commission at the completion of the State OCS program, their qualification code will be “S” until they complete BOLC. 62 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix A References Section I References The United States Constitution Article 1, Section 8 (Cited in para 2-1) 10 USC U.S. Code governing Armed Forces (Cited in para 1-7, as the first reference) 32 USC U.S. Code governing National Guard (Cited in para 2-13a,_as the first reference __) AR 11-2 Managers Internal Control Program (Cited on Cover Page) AR 25-50 Preparing and Managing Correspondence (Cited in para 7-4b) AR 40-68 Clinical Quality Management (Cited in para K2 of Appendix K) AR 40-501 Standards of Medical Fitness (Cited in para 2-7h, as the first reference) AR 135-7 Incentive Programs (Cited in para _f of Table 13-1 as the first reference) AR 135-91 Service Obligations, Methods of Fulfillment, Participation Requirements, and Enforcement Procedures (Cited in para 2-1 as the first reference) AR 135-100 Appointment of Commissioned and Warrant Officer of the Army (Cited in para 2-7b(2)(d) as the first reference) AR 135-101 Appointment of Reserve Commissioned Officers for Assignment to Army Medical Department Branches (Cited in para 2-7b(2)(b), as the first reference) AR 135-155 Promotion of Commissioned Officers and Warrant Officers of the Army Other than General Officers (Cited in para 4-3g(6) as the first reference) AR 140-10 Assignments, Attachments, Details, and Transfers (Cited in para 2-8j(2) as the first reference) AR 145-1 Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Program: Organization, Administration & Training (Cited in Figure 12-1 as the first reference) AR 165-1 Army Chaplain Corps Activities (Cited in para 8-10g(5)as the first reference) NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 63 Appendix A (Continued) AR 195-3 Acceptance, Accreditation, and Release of United States Army Criminal Investigation Command Personnel (Cited in para 4-4c) AR 380-67 Personnel Security Program (Cited in para 2-8c as the first reference) AR 600-8-2 Suspension of Favorable Personnel Actions (FLAG) (Cited in para 3-1e(1)(a)as the first reference) AR 600-9 Army Body Composition Program (Cited in para 2-11j(1)(d) as the first reference) AR 600-20 Army Command Policy (Cited in para 1-6 as the first reference) AR 611-21 Military Occupational Classification and Structure Development and Implementation (Cited in para 2-7e(4) as the first reference) AR 614-100 Officer Assignment Policies, Details and Transfers (Cited in para 7-1 as the first reference) AR 635-200 Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations (Cited in para 2-8l) AR 670-1 Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia (Cited in para 2-4 as the first reference) CTA 50-900 Common Table of Allowances – Clothing and Individual Equipment (Cited in para 13-11a) DA Pam 600-3 Commissioned Officer Professional Development and Career Management (Cited in para 4-3a as the first reference) DA Pam 600-4 AMEDD Officer Development and Career Management (Cited in para 4-3a) DA Pam 611-21 Military Occupational Classification and Structure (Cited in para 2-7e(4) as the first reference) NGR 10-1 Organization and Federal Recognition of Army National Guard Units (Cited in para 2-4d as the first reference) NGR (AR) 600-100 Commissioned Officers Federal Recognition and Related Personnel Actions (This regulation) NGR 600-200 Enlisted Personnel Management (Cited in para 13-1e as the first reference) NGR 614-1 Inactive National Guard (Cited in para 1-8e) 66 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix B Proponent Forms B-1. Function The function of this appendix is to create a quick reference of all the forms needed to establish written agreements between the ARNG and the officers entering the ARNG. B-2. Purpose This Regulation is the proponent for the following NGB Forms: B-3. NGB Form 62E, Application for Federal Recognition as an Army National Guard Officer or Warrant Officer and Appointment as a Reserve Commissioned Officer or Warrant Officer of the Army in the Army National Guard of the United States. a. As referenced in paragraph 2-9e. b. Intended use: This form is used to apply for Federal Recognition as an ARNG officer or warrant officer, and appointment as a Reserve commissioned officer or warrant officer of the Army in the ARNG of the United States. The original will be maintained if the Soldier’s Official Military Personnel File or electronically filed in a DoD approved system. A copy will be maintained by the Military Personnel Officer for State records. Disclosure is voluntary, however, if individual does not provide the information requested by the Board, Federal Recognition may be denied. c. Form Cataloging Information: This form is an approved NGB Form and is cataloged by the NGB Publications and Forms Library at https://www.ngbpdc.ngb.army.mil/Portals/27/forms/ngb%20forms/ngb62E.pdf?ver=2018-10-03-123615-950. d. Preparation Instructions: Self-explanatory. B-4. NGB Form 78, Recommendation for Promotion to 1LT/CW2 a. As referenced in paragraph 8-8a. b. Intended use: This form is used to provide for automatic promotion from 2LT to 1LT or W1 to CW2 based on time in grade. Disclosure is voluntary, however failure to do so will limit promotion capabilities. c. Form Cataloging Information: This form is an approved NGB Form and is cataloged by the NGB Publications and Forms Library at https://www.ngbpdc.ngb.army.mil/Portals/27/forms/ngb%20forms/ngb78.pdf?ver=2018-10-03-123617-810 d. Preparation Instructions: Self-explanatory. B-5. NGB Form 89, Proceedings of a Federal Recognition Board (ARNG) a. As referenced in paragraph 3-1a(7). b. Intended use: This form is used to record the proceedings of the Federal Recognition Examining Board. Disclosure is voluntary, however, if individual does not provide the information requested by the Board, Federal Recognition may be denied. c. Form Cataloging Information: This form is an approved NGB Form and is cataloged by the NGB Publications and Forms Library at https://www.ngbpdc.ngb.army.mil/Portals/27/forms/ngb%20forms/ngb89.pdf?ver=2018-09-28-105136-163. d. Preparation Instructions: Self-explanatory. B-6. NGB Form 337, Oaths of Office a. As referenced in paragraph 3-1a(8), as the first reference. b. Intended use: This form is used to swear in an officer into the ARNG and acknowledge temporary Federal recognition. c. Form Cataloging Information: This form is an approved NGB Form and is cataloged by the NGB Publications and Forms Library at https://www.ngbpdc.ngb.army.mil/Portals/27/forms/ngb%20forms/ngb337.pdf?ver=2019-09-13-135107-220. d. Preparation Instructions: Self-explanatory. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 67 Appendix B (Continued) B-6. NGB Form 594-1, Annex to DD Form 4 ARNG Simultaneous Membership Program Agreement a. As referenced in paragraph 13-15a as the first reference. b. Intended use: This form is used when recruiting an individual into the ARNG's Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) to acknowledge requirements for attending ROTC classes and also participating in Unit Training Assemblies. Requires authentication by enlistee, PMS, ROTC Command and unit commander. c. Form Cataloging Information: This form is available on line at the NGB Publications and Forms Library at https://www.ngbpdc.ngb.army.mil/Portals/27/forms/ngb%20forms/ngb594-1.pdf?ver=2018-10-03-123616-560. d. Preparation Instructions: Self-explanatory. 68 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix C Documents Required by National Guard Bureau for Federal Recognition (for other than General Officers) Document In it ia l A pp oi nt m en t R ea pp oi nt m en t/N ew A pp oi nt m en t A pp oi nt m en t f ro m U S A R in g ra de a nd br an ch A pp oi nt m en t f ro m U S A R in g ra de b ut in ne w b ra nc h B ra nc h T ra ns fe r In te rs ta te T ra ns fe r in br an ch In te rs ta te T ra ns fe r in ne w b ra nc h U ni t P ro m ot io n C er tif ic at e of E lig ib il ity A pp oi nt m en t C er tif ic at e of E lig ib il ity P ro m ot io n 1 NGB Form 22 and/or NGB Form 22A 2 Birth Certificate 3 Copy of Reserve of the Army appointment 4 Copy of the Reserve of the Army promotion letters/orders 5 Verification of Security Clearance (see fig 3-5 ) 6 DD Forms 2808 and/or 2807-1 7 Evidence of highest civilian education (copy of certified transcripts) 8 NGB Form 89 (Proceeding of FRB) 9 NGB Form 337/DA Form 71 (Oath of Office) 10 Diploma from OCS/required MEL course 11 Waivers granted by TAG, CNGB, or SA 12 Aeronautical aviation orders 13 Statement of MSO per AR 135-91 14. Conditional Release from other Components/State (DD Form 368) 15 DD Form 214 or similar documents to substantiate prior service 16 Evidence of citizenship 17 Orders announcing personnel action 18 Current ecclesiastical endorsement and documents required by AR 135-100 and NGR (AR) 600-100 appendix J (Chaplain applicant) 19 Highest State Court/US District Court Certificate, interviews, statements, and photographs required by AR 135-100 (JAGC applicants) 20 Documents required by AR 135-101 and NGR (AR) 600-100 Appendix K, (AMEDD applicants) 21 Verification of applicant's SSN 22 Copies of orders relating to awards, decorations, and citations 23 Statement of understanding if unable to complete 20 years retirement service NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 71 Appendix E (Continued) Format for Promotion Recommendations by State Adjutant General LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM FOR: President, Federal Recognition Board, (address) SUBJECT: Recommendation for Promotion of Officer 1. Concur with recommendation contained in basic communication. 2. Request records examination to determine officer's qualification for Federal Recognition in the Army National Guard in the branch and higher grade. 3. Promotion in the Army National Guard of the State will be accomplished if recommended by the board. 4. Entries listed in the basic communication have been verified from the official records in this office. (Authority line, when used) Encls SIGNATURE BLOCK Order appointing board (The Adjutant General or Representative) Personnel records 72 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix E (Continued) Format for Promotion Recommendations LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM THRU Office of the Senior Army Advisor (address and date) FOR: The Adjutant General, (State and address) SUBJECT: Recommendation for Promotion of Officer The examination of the officer has been completed. The recommendations of the board are enclosed. Encl SIGNATURE BLOCK NGB Form 89 (President of the Board) NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 73 Appendix E (Continued) Format for Promotion Recommendations LETTERHEAD (Office symbol) (Date) MEMORANDUM FOR The Adjutant General, (State and address) SUBJECT: Recommendation for Promotion Officer As provided in chapter 10, NGR (AR) 600-100, the Federal Recognition Board proceedings have been reviewed and the following action is recommended: Encl SIGNATURE BLOCK (Senior Regular Army Advisor) 76 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix G Commissioned Officer Branch/Functional Area Substitution Table If MTOE/TDA position description is: It may be filled by substituting officers who have the following branch or functional area code (see notes 1, 2, and 3): 1. Commander (all levels) No substitution authorized. Officers selected to command must be qualified per the requirements of the MTOE/TDA position. (See chapter 6.) 2. Executive officer, deputy commander (all levels) No substitution authorized. Officers selected to command must be qualified per the requirements of the position. (See chapter 6.) 3. Adjutants; personnel staff officer (G1, S1); ACofS G1 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 21, 25, 31, 35, 41, 42, 70, 90, 88, 91, and 92 4. Assistant adjutant; assistant personnel staff officer (G1, 51); Deputy ACofS G1 Same as item 3 above. 5. Division, brigade, and battalion level operations officer (G3, 53) Same as item 2 above. 6. Operations, plans, training, TAC, or force development officer not at brigade or battalion level 54 or Area of Concentration (AOC) designated on authorization document. Substitution to be determined based on individual qualifications and position requirements. 7. Supply staff officer (G4, 54) 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 21, 25, 31, 35, 70, 90, 88, 91, 92, 97 8. Assistant supply staff officer (G4, 54), logistics officer Same as item 7 above. 9. Supply and service officer; assistant supply and service officer 21, 25, 70, 90, 88,91,92,97 10. Supply management officer Same as item 9 above. 11. Maintenance staff officer, unit maintenance officer Same as item 9 above. 12. ACofS G5 Same as item 3 above. 13. ACofS G2, S2, security officer (See notes 4, 5, and 6.) 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 21, 25, 31, 70, 90, 88, 91, 92 14. Military intelligence officer (See notes 4, 5, and 6.) All other positions coded 35 may be filled with codes in item 13 above. 15. Human relations officer Branch immaterial. Officer must have skill 5T. 16. Motor officer Branch immaterial. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 77 Appendix G (Continued) Commissioned Officer Branch/Functional Area Substitution Table - Continued 17. Communications and electronics No substitution authorized in signal units. All other positions coded 25 may be filled with the codes in item 3 above. 18. Chemical officer No substitution authorized in chemical units. All other positions coded 74 may be filled with the codes in item 3 above. 19. Headquarters commandant Same as item 3 above. 20. Rotary wing and fixed wing aviators 15. Officer must meet skill requirements of the position. 21. Aeromedical evacuation officer 67J (MSC Branch required). 22. Aide-de-camp Same as item 3 above. 23. Recruiting and induction officer Same as item 3 above. 24. Selective service officer Branch immaterial. 25. Civil affairs officer 38 26. Psychological operations officer 37 Notes: 1. This table is intended to be used as a guide in making assignments which do not meet full management and utilization criteria found in the regulations. It allows for branch and functional area substitution pending training of the incumbent officer or future assignment of a fully qualified officer. 2. Officers assigned under the substitutability criteria of this table will immediately be given educational stipulations to qualify for award of the AOC required by the authorization document. An exception to this requirement is authorized for MS officers assigned in lieu of MC officer under the provisions of paragraph 4-3g. 3. The staff specialist branch is a branch of the Army to which personnel of the ARNG and the USAR may be appointed and serve. The three categories of personnel that are appointed and assigned to the staff specialist branch are chaplain candidates or seminarians, officers assigned to Selective Service positions, and selected instructors. 4. The substitution of non-branch-qualified officers in CMF 35, Military Intelligence Corps, positions in Combat Arms and Combat Support Arms units (to include battalion and brigade S2 sections) is permitted provided that: a. A qualified CMF 35 MI officer is not available b. Prior to being assigned to or appointed in the intelligence duty position, the prospective officer possesses: (1) TOP SECRET security clearance and eligibility for access to sensitive compartmented information (SCI). (2) A completion certificate from the correspondence phase of the Reserve Component MI Officer Transition Course unless the officer has completed other MI courses leading to branch qualification per AR 611-1. c. Within one year of assignment to the position, the officer has completed the correspondence and resident phases of the Reserve Component Ml Officer Transition Course of any course in AR 611-1 that supports branch qualification. 5. An officer assigned to a non-CMF 35 52 position at Brigade level or higher (primarily accounts for artillery brigades) will complete the Reserve Component MI Officer Transition Course of any MI course in AR 611-1 that would normally support MI branch qualification within one year. 6. Branch qualification will require that each of the stipulations of AR 611-1 and DA PAM 600-3 is met in order to consider personnel "qualified" in Military Intelligence or the Military Intelligence position. Unit Commanders and the State Officer Personnel Classification Board may not waive these prerequisites. 78 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix H Branch and Functional Area Code Table H-1. Redesignation of an initial AOC to another AOC associated in the same basic branch. Redesignation of an initial AOC to another AOC associated in the same basic branch does not require FRB action. Review by OPCB is required to ensure officer's qualifications match those in appropriate classification guidance. H-2. All redesignations of AOCs to or within specialty branches. All redesignations of AOCs to or within specialty branches will be in accordance with guidance and limitations set forth in AR 611-1. H-3. If found qualified by OPCB. If found qualified by OPCB, officers may be awarded and assigned duties in AOCs listed in Section II of this appendix without branch redesignation or FRB action. Section I • The Basic and Specialty Branches of the Army and their associated Branch Code (*Denotes Specialty Branch) Branch Associated Code Infantry 11 – Infantry Armor 19 – Armor Field Artillery 13- Field Artillery Air Defense Artillery 14- Air Defense Artillery Aviation 15 - Aviation Special Forces 18 - Special Forces Corps of Engineer 12 - Corps of Engineer Signal Corps 25 - Signal Corps Military Police Corps 31 - Military Police Corps Military Intelligence 35 - Military Intelligence Adjutants General's Corps 42 - Adjutants General's Corps Finance Corps 36- Finance Corps *Judge Advocate General’s Corps 27- Legal *Chaplain’s Branch 56 - Chaplain *Medical Corps 60-62 - Medical Corps *Dental Corps 63 - Dental Corps *Veterinary Corps 64 - Veterinary Corps *Army Medical Specialist Corps 65 - Army Medical Specialist Corps *Army Nurse Corps 66 - Army Nurse Corps *Medical Service Corps 67, 70, 71, 72, & 73- Medical Psychological Operations 37 – PSYOPS Civil Affairs 38 – Civil Affairs Cyber Branch 29 – Cyber Acquisition 51 - Acquisition Chemical 74 – Chemical Logistician 90 – Logistics Corps Transportation Corps 88 - Transportation Corps Ordnance 91 - Ordnance Corps Quartermaster Corps 92 - Quartermaster Corps Staff Specialist Branch 00- See Note 1 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 81 Appendix I (Continued) Joint Service Commendation Medal Army Commendation Medal Army Achievement Medal Army Good Conduct Medal Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal National Defense Service Medal Afghanistan Campaign Medal Iraq Campaign Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Armed Forces Reserve Medal Army Service Ribbon Overseas Service Ribbon Joint Meritorious Unit Award Army Superior Unit Award Combat Infantry Badge Air Assault Badge Office of the Secretary of Defense Identification Badge Army Staff Identification Badge Chronological List of Appointments Second Lieutenant ARNG 27 Jul 91 First Lieutenant ARNG 27 Jul 94 Captain ARNG 06 Jun 97 Major ARNG 03 Sep 03 Lieutenant Colonel ARNG 12 May 08 Colonel ARNG 21 Sep 12 Chronological Record of Duty Assignments: From To USAR – Not on Active Duty USAR – Delayed Entry May 87 Aug 87 Student Enlisted, Infantry School, Fort Benning, Georgia Aug 87 Nov 87 Indirect Fire Infantryman, 3-37th Armor Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Riley, Kansas Nov 87 Aug 89 Cadet, HHC 45th Infantry Brigade, Oklahoma Army National Guard Aug 89 May 90 Officer Candidate, Distinguished Honor Graduate, 45th Infantry Brigade (Separate), Oklahoma Army National Guard May 90 Jul 91 Rifle Platoon Leader, Company B, 1-180th Infantry Battalion, Oklahoma Army National Guard Jul 91 Feb 92 Student, Air Assault School, Camp Gruber, Oklahoma Feb 92 Feb 92 Student Officer, Infantry School, Fort Benning, Georgia Feb 92 Jun 92 Rifle Platoon Leader, Company B, 1-189th Infantry Battalion, Oklahoma Army National Guard Jun 92 Feb 93 Liaison Officer, 1-155th Infantry Battalion, Mississippi ARNG Feb 93 Jul 93 Bradley Platoon Leader, Company B, 1-155th Infantry Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard Jul 93 Jul 94 Detachment Commander/Mortar Platoon Leader, 1-155th Infantry Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard Jul 94 Aug 96 82 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix I (Continued) Commander, Company A, 1-155th Infantry Battalion, Mississippi Army From To National Guard Aug 96 Oct 97 S3 Air, 2-156th Infantry Battalion, Louisiana Army National Guard Oct 97 Feb 98 Commander, Company A, 2-156th Infantry Battalion, Louisiana Army National Guard Feb 98 Jun 99 S3 Air, 2-156th Infantry Battalion, Louisiana Army National Guard Jun 99 Jan 00 Assistant Plans Officer, 39th Infantry Brigade, Arkansas Army National Guard Jan 00 Aug 01 Assistant S3, 1-99th Troop Command, Nevada Army National Guard Aug 01 Jan 02 Logistics Officer, 1/221st Cavalry Squadron, Nevada Army National Guard Jan 02 Jul 03 Force Integration Readiness Officer, State Area Command, Nevada Army National Guard Jul 03 Dec 03 Plans and Operations Specialist, Joint Forces Headquarters, Directorate of Military Support, Alabama Army National Guard Dec 03 Oct 04 Liaison Officer, National Guard Affairs, Combined Joint Task Force 76, Bagram, Afghanistan Oct 04 Mar 05 Retention Section Chief, Strength Maintenance Division, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia Apr 05 Dec 05 Recruit Sustainment Section Chief, Strength Maintenance Division, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia Dec 05 Feb 07 Readiness Action Officer, Readiness and Mobilization Division, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia Feb 07 Feb 08 Current Operations Branch Chief, Headquarters, Department of the Army, G-3/5/7, Readiness Division, Washington, District of Columbia Feb 08 Jun 09 Chief, G1 Mobilizations and Readiness Branch, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia Jun 09 May10 Student, Combat Advisor Academy, Fort Polk, Louisiana May 10 Jul 10 Deputy, Military Transition Team, United States Forces – South, Basra, Iraq Jul 10 Jul 11 Student, United States Army War College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania Jul 11 Jun 12 Director, Military Personnel Policy, Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs, Washington, District of Columbia Jun 12 Jun 15 Chief, Personnel Policy Division, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, VA Jun 15 Present NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 83 Appendix J Instructions for Processing Applications for Chaplain and Judge Advocate General Corps Branches J-1. Application Processing Application processing is divided into three distinct actions. a. Medical review. b. Professional certification/predetermination. c. Granting of permanent Federal Recognition. J-2. Appointment in the Chaplain or Judge Advocate General's Corps Branch Applicants for initial appointment in the Chaplain or Judge Advocate General’s Corps Branch will not be extended temporary Federal Recognition prior to completion of a predetermination of eligibility by, as appropriate, the DA Chief of Chaplains (DACH) or DA The Judge Advocate General (TJAG). a. Utilize AR 135-100 and this regulation to determine if the applicant meets all the prerequisites for the branch being sought and the documentation necessary for submitting the appointment packet for a pre-determination b. Applicants may be considered for a predetermination of eligibility prior to completion of a NAC/DNACI. c. Temporary Federal Recognition may be extended in their eligible grade after the predetermination is completed and prior to completion of a NAC/DNACI provided that: (1) The NAC/DNAC is initiated at the time an application for a commission is submitted. (2) The applicant agrees, in writing, if the results of the investigation are unfavorable and if found to be ineligible to hold a commission they will be subject to discharge. (3) Commissions in the Army National Guard may not be tendered to immigrant alien applicants. (4) Waivers of the above requirements will not be granted. J-3. Medical Review of the Application a. If an applicant requires a medical waiver, prior to sending the initial appointment packets, the State will electronically transmit the applicant's physical (SF-88 and SF-93, to include any consultations and requests for waiver) through ARNG-CSG to ARNG-HRP-R as soon as the physical has been completed and reviewed at the State level. Each physical so transmitted requires an endorsement which will include the applicant's specialty branch to which appointment is desired and the sender's name, duty phone number, and facsimile phone number, for reply purposes. b. Once the physical has been reviewed, ARNG-HRP-R will send the approved/disapproved physical back to the State MILPO. When the completed appointment packet is subsequently sent to ARNG-HRP-R, the approved facsimile copy of DD Form 2808 and DD Form 2807-1 must be included. If the physical is not included, the packet will be returned to the State without action. J-4. Professional Certification and Predetermination of the Application a. All requests for waiver (i.e., age, etc.) will be will be included in the predetermination packet prepared by the State. Waivers will only be granted by the CNGB, DACH, or TJAG, as determined by appropriate regulation, in conjunction with approval of professional qualifications and the needs of the service. b. Applicants for direct accessions from AD and USAR transfers in grade and branch: (1) JAG officer applicants do not require predetermination by TJAG and therefore these packets will be sent directly to ARNG-HRP-R for Federal Recognition upon effecting appointment in the State. (2) Chaplain and Chaplain Candidate transfers require an updated DD Form 2088 (Ecclesiastical Endorsing Agent Certification) on which the applicant's endorser indicates endorsement/approval for appointment to the ARNG. Applicant will request the endorser to provide update DD Form 2088 to the Office of the Chief of Chaplains. Appointment packets will be uploaded into the Direct Commissioning and Accessioning (DCA) system, Office of the Chief of Chaplains, ATTN: DACH-PER, The Pentagon, Washington, DC 20310. c. All packets must be complete when submitted. Chaplain packets will include a verification that the ecclesiastical endorsement has been granted by the respective denominational endorsing agent and the original has been sent to the Office of the Chief of Chaplains. The interview statement, as required by AR 135-100, will also be sent directly to the Office of the Chief of Chaplains; however, the applicant should ensure that the remarks section of the NGB Form 62 list the date and place of interview and the identity of the interviewing chaplain. 86 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix K (Continued) K-9. Forwarding packets to Headquarters, Department of the Army. ARNG-HRH ensures that all packets are administratively correct before forwarding to Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), Office of The Surgeon General (OTSG) for boarding and final approval. a. After OTSG publishes results of the board, the entire packet, if approved, will be endorsed through ARNG- CSG to ARNG-HRH-O for processing of the permanent Federal Recognition action. b. Packets not approved by OTSG will be returned to ARNG-HRH-O. ARNG-HRH-O will then notify the State to withdraw the officer's temporary Federal Recognition. K-10. Direct accessions from Regular Army and U.S. Army Reserves Direct accessions from Regular Army and USAR officers transferring in grade and branch do not require board action by OTSG. However, these packets must be sent directly to ARNG-HRH-O. Upon completion of a QA review, packets will be forwarded to ARNG-HRP-CO to award permanent Federal Recognition. NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 87 Appendix L OCS Enrollment and Attendance History ____ I have never been enrolled or attended OCS in the past. ____ I was previously enrolled and/or attended OCS: a. Date(s) of Attendance: Start:_____________End:_____________ b. I did not complete the course due to (check all that apply and explain circumstances for release: ____ Cadre Request ____ Failure to pass FRB ____ Honor Code Violation ____ Law Violation ____ Medical Injury/Illness ____ Involuntarily disenrolled ____ Did not desire to complete program ____ Personal Reasons ____ Civilian Employment ____ Other: _________________________________________________ Individual Signature: Date: __________ Authenticator Signature: Date: __________ 88 NGR 600-100 • 6 July 2020 Appendix M Branch Transfer Predetermination Requests by Proponent Adjutants General - The HRMQC-RC is not a substitute for any branch CCC. In order to attend the HRMQC-RC, CCC must be complete. No memo required from HRH. Air Defense Artillery - Memo required from HRH. AMEDD - Memo required from HRH. Armor - Memo required from HRH. Army Acquisition Corps - Memo required from HRH. Aviation - Memo required from HRH. Chaplain Corps – Memo required from HRH Chemical - Memo required from HRH. Civil Affairs - Memo required from HRH. Cyber Warfare – No Memo required from HRH. Electronic Warfare - Memo required from HRH. Engineer - No memo required from HRH. Field Artillery - Memo required from HRH. Financial Management - Memo required from HRH. Infantry - Memo required from HRH. Judge Advocate General’s Corps - Memo required from HRH. Non-Logistics to Logistics Corps - Memo required from HRH. Ordnance, Quartermaster, and Transportation AOCs to Logistics Corps - No memo required from HRH. Military Intelligence - Memo required from HRH. Military Police - Memo required from HRH. Psychological Operations - Memo required from HRH. Space Operations - Memo required from HRH. Special Forces – No memo required from HRH. Signal Corps – No memo required from HRH. All Functional Areas require Memo from HRH.