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8999

Sergeant Major-First Sergeant

Description

The Command Senior Enlisted Leader is responsible to the commander for all matters which effect the morale, welfare, discipline, mission success, and overall readiness of the unit. They disseminate and enforce Marine Corps and local policies, orders, and directives. They possess comprehensive knowledge of Marine Corps organization, history, traditions, customs and courtesies. They are directly responsible for all enlisted career human resource matters within the unit and have a mandate to maintain and develop the total force.

Core Skills

  • senior enlisted leadership and mentorship
  • organizational management and readiness oversight
  • policy implementation and enforcement
  • human resources and talent management
  • performance management and counseling
  • strategic planning and execution
  • command climate and culture management
  • risk management and compliance oversight
  • training program development and oversight
  • communications with senior leadership and staff
  • conflict resolution and problem solving
  • change management and organizational transformation
  • resource and manpower planning
  • metrics and readiness reporting
  • stakeholder engagement and coordination
  • public speaking and briefing
  • crisis and incident management

Common Certifications

  • SHRM-CP
  • PHR
  • Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
  • CAP
  • PMP

Civilian Career Paths

  • HUMAN RESOURCES
  • 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.