00Z

Description

00Z identifies positions and personnel in grade E9 (CSM & SGM) where the incumbents are Sergeants Major of organizations commanded by General Officers. Additionally, Sergeants Major that serve as the principal Staff Sergeant Major at the HQDA may also be considered Nominative. Certain other Sergeants Major positions may be considered as Nominative at the direction of the Sergeant Major of the Army. A Nominative Command Sergeant Major or Sergeant Major is a senior leader who serves as the Senior Enlisted Leader for their command or agency. Nominative positions generally have direct oversight on a large number of Soldiers and civilians, typically at the strategic level. The Sergeant Major is expected to be above reproach, the standard bearer in all things, including fitness and appearance. They embrace the Army Professional Ethic. They are the senior enlisted trainer and spokesperson that enforces established policies and standards for enlisted soldiers pertaining to performance, care, conduct, appearance, effective personnel utilization and management and training; and ensures that subordinate leaders do the same.