ALCGENL 016/24 - SUBJ: AY24 SOLICITATION FOR TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST (TA) RATING FORCE MASTER CHIEF (RFMC)

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ALCGENL 016/24
SUBJ: AY24 SOLICITATION FOR TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST (TA) RATING
FORCE MASTER CHIEF (RFMC)
A. ALCOAST 018/24
B. Command Senior Enlisted Leader (CSEL) Rating Force Master Chief (RFMC)
and Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) Program, COMDTINST 1306.1 (series)
1. Creation of the Talent Acquisition Specialist was announced in REF (A)
and is an important action supporting the Coast Guard's Talent Management
Transformation. The vital first step to establish this rating is the
selection of the inaugural TA Rating Force Master Chief (RFMC). This
message solicits members to apply for this historic opportunity.
a. RFMCs are the senior subject matter expert in their respective rating
and serve as an advocate and advisor for all matters that could impact
the health and professional development of their rating.
b. This position will perform RFMC duties per REF (B) while also
completing the necessary tasks and functions as outlined in the TA Rating
implementation team Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
c. Estimated report date is 01 MAR 2024. This position will be located at
CG Headquarters. However, the opportunity exists to work remotely until
ooa 01 JUL 2024.
2. Eligibility:
a. All members in pay grade E9 or above the cut on a published Master
Chief Advancement Panel eligibility list at the time of the panel
convening, are eligible to apply.
b. Must meet all eligibility criteria listed in paragraph 11.a.6
of REF (B).
c. Tour complete in AY24, AY25, or AY26. Members in receipt of AY24
orders are ineligible to apply.
d. Prior assignment as a Production Recruiter or Recruiter-in-Charge.
3. Process/timeline:
a. All members who are interested in this prestigious position and meet
the requirements set forth in REF (B) and paragraph 2 of this message
will follow the below process.
b. 01 FEB 2024: Standard applications are submitted via email to
HQS-SMB-CGPSC-EPM-1-Panels@uscg.mil.
c. OOA 06 FEB 2024: CG PSC-EPM-1 Panel Convenes.
d. OOA 16 FEB 2024: Results released via ALCGENL.
4. Standard Applications: Members and Commands should pay close attention
to the requirements listed below in accordance with paragraph 11.b of
REF (B):
a. Request for Consideration Memorandum (not to exceed two pages).
All applicants must submit a memo to be considered for the TA RFMC
position. At a minimum, the member's submission shall address the
following:
(1) Why you are applying for this position and what makes you the most
qualified candidate.
(2) Special skills you have that will be helpful to establishing the
TA rating.
(3) A statement that you have reviewed your Official Military Personnel
File (OMPF) via iPERMS and made any necessary updates.
b. Eligibility waivers. Members who do not meet specific eligibility
requirements must submit a waiver request via email to
HQS-SMB-PSC-EPM-1-Panels@uscg.mil, utilizing the standard waiver request
memo template provided in paragraph 4.d.
c. Command Endorsement. The Commanding Officer endorsement must be
provided by an O-6 (or higher) and must certify the candidate is fully
qualified to assume the duties of RFMC. It is the responsibility of
the endorsing officer to validate the eligibility requirements outlined
in this section, prior to endorsing the member’s request for
consideration. The endorsement may not exceed one page. The CO’s
endorsement, at a minimum, shall address the following:
(1) The applicant’s leadership and management ability, critical and
strategic thinking skills, political savvy, and communication skills.
(2) Justification for any waivers necessary for specific eligibility
criteria.
(3) Address backfill concerns, if applicable.
d. Templates for the application memo and command endorsement can be found
on CG RC’s CG Sharepoint site: https://uscg.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/USCG-
CGRC/SitePages/TalentAcquisition.aspx
5. Points of Contact:
a. CG Recruiting Command: CDR Jessica Trujillo at (202) 795-6874 or
TArating@uscg.mil.
b. EPM-2 Special Assignments: CWO4 Derek Hardy at (202) 795-6587 or
HQS-SMB-PSC-EPM-2-SpecialAssignments@uscg.mil.
c. EPM-1 Boards and Panels: LTJG Maxwell McClay at (202) 795-6557,
CSMC Nicholas Wright at (202) 795-6559, or HQS-SMB-PSC-EPM-1-Panels@uscg.mil.
6. CAPT J. W. Guyer, Chief, Enlisted Personnel Management Division, sends.
7. Internet release authorized.