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8991

Sergeant Major of The Marine Corps

Description

Assists the CMC as Senior Enlisted Marine in the Marine Corps. Advises the CMC in matters pertaining to enlisted personnel and assists the CMC in the performance of his duties. Performs such specific duties as member of the CMC's enlisted performance board, member of the permanent Marine Corps uniform board, and member of the CMC's party on all visits and inspection trips to Marine Corps installations when enlisted personnel are involved. When directed by the CMC, assists staff agencies in matters pertaining to enlisted Marines. Represents the CMC at the Staff Noncommissioned Officers symposium.

Core Skills

  • enterprise-level leadership
  • strategic planning and execution
  • organizational change management
  • policy development and governance
  • executive advising and stakeholder management
  • performance management and metrics
  • communications and public speaking
  • cross-functional coordination
  • crisis and incident management
  • talent development and mentoring
  • program and portfolio oversight
  • negotiation and conflict resolution
  • risk management
  • culture and engagement leadership
  • governance board participation

Common Certifications

  • SHRM-SCP
  • SPHR
  • PMP
  • Certified Manager (CM)
  • CPTD

Civilian Career Paths

  • IT MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION
  • ADMINISTRATION

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Data sourced from official Marine Corps publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.