Initial Counseling, NCO

      HUMINT COLLECTOR

35M30

Obtains critical intelligence information through interrogations, source operations, liaison and key leader engagements; uses interpreters to translate and interpret intelligence; supervises intelligence operations and provides technical guidance to subordinates; reviews reports and assists in presenting information to superiors; supervises two Soldiers.

Ensure shift members are up to date on ancillary training and shift qualified within 3 months.

        Training NCO, HAZMAT NCO

o we work with a lot of officers; follow protocol, especially with coalition partners
o be considerate of team members, show respect to senior NCOs
o Commander and First Sergeant have open door policy but use discretion and chain of command
o facilitate teamwork, document all findings and encourage sharing

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

DA FORM 2166-8-1, OCT 2011

PREVIOUS EDITIONS ARE OBSOLETE

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o Duty Proficiency       o Technical and tactical; knowledge, skills, and abilities
o Sound Judgement     o Seeking self-improvement; always learning
o Accomplishing tasks to the fullest capacity, committed to excellence

o stay on top of mission
o maintain awareness of SIPRNET, JWICS, and radio status; report failures immediately
o watch AMHS and SIPRNET traffic at all times for mission taskings
o always read the log, starting from the last day worked to maintain operational awareness

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

o Mental and physical toughness     o Endurance and stamina to go the distance
o Displaying confidence and enthusiasm; looks like a soldier

o maintain clean and serviceable uniforms; no PT gear in workcenter
o watch conduct off-duty; minor infractions elsewhere are major career-stoppers here
o if security clearance is lost, cannot access cell or building
o maintain fitness; must participate in unit runs unless on shift

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

o Mission first
o Instilling the spirit to achieve and win

o Genuine concern for soldiers
o Setting the example; Be, Know, Do

o be on time, 15 minutes before shift change to ensure adequate handover
o this is a high visibility billet, expect you to demonstrate leadership and set the example
o prioritize taskings and assign appropriately
o stay involved and follow up frequently

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

o Individual and team
o Teaching soldiers how; common tasks, duty-related skills

o Mission focused; performance oriented
o Sharing knowledge and experience to fight, survive and win

o all sections members should be shift qualified in 90 days, 100% qualified in 1 year
o ask for help if having problems; ensure subordinates have tools required to succeed
o attending school during duty hours Ok but only after being certified and with NCOIC permission
o off-duty school is encouraged but clear with supervisor before committing to schedule

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

o Care and maintenance of equipment/facilities
o Conservation of supplies and funds
o Responsible for good, bad, right & wrong

o Soldier and equipment safety
o Encouraging soldiers to learn and grow

o remain alert for security breaches, always use STE
o always follow safety procedures; do not operate vehicle or join patrol before being briefed
o will rely on you to maintain security of section and issued equipment

    NO ENTRY REQUIRED FOR INITIAL COUNSELING

DA FORM 2166-8-1, OCT 2011

PREVIOUS EDITIONS ARE OBSOLETE

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APD PE v1.00E8