Army Officer Skill identifiers (SI)

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U.S. Army Officer Classification — Table 4-3

Numerical Listing of Skill Identifiers for Officers

Officers will be classified with the proper skill upon successful completion at required skill qualification course certified by the school commandant, or the commander of the unit to which the officer is assigned.

SI 1B — Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Level I

Code: 1BProponent: Army G-1, SHARP Office (DAPE-ARR-SH)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 1B. For use with personnel only. Personnel with SI 1B are eligible to serve as collateral duty Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or SHARP Victim Advocate (VA).

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the SHARP Foundation Course under the auspices of HQDA, G-1 SHARP; 2530 Clark Street, Arlington, VA 22202 and TRADOC, SHARP Academy.

(2) Complete the Central Background screening through the Human Resources Command (HRC).

c. Restrictions.

(1) May be awarded to qualified Soldiers in grades of 1LT or higher.

(2) This SI is subject to screening in accordance with the Personnel Suitability Screening Policy as a Position of Significant Trust and Authority.

(3) For use with any AOC.

SI 1D — Imagery Intelligence Officer

Code: 1D (Effective 202110)Proponent: U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Plans, directs, manages, coordinates, and participates in the collection, production, analysis, exploitation, and dissemination of optical, infrared and radar Imagery Intelligence (IMINT) from national, operational, and tactical sensors to support reconnaissance and surveillance operations at all echelons to include Joint/Interagency /Intergovernmental/Multinational).

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed the Imagery Intelligence Officer Course conducted under the auspices of the Intelligence and Security Command, Fort Belvoir, VA.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 35A positions and personnel and AOC 35B personnel identification only.

SI 1E — Knowledge Management Professional

Code: 1EProponent: U.S. Army Combined Arms Center & Fort Leavenworth

a. Description of positions.

Plans integrate and coordinate knowledge management operations across the spectrum of military operations. Provides for the integration and management of Army Battle Command Systems to optimize situational understanding and effective collaboration.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed the Army Knowledge Management Qualification Course at the Combined Arms Center, Fort Leavenworth, KS.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC/FA in grades O-3 through O-6.

(2) For use with positions in AOC 02A, 11A, 12A, 14A, 25A, 26B, 31A, 35A, 37A, 38A, 38S, 40A, 51C, 57A, 70H, 74A, 89E, and 90A.

SI 1F — Field Archivist

Code: 1F (Effective 202710)Proponent: USA Cener of Military History (USACMH)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring specialized training, knowledge, and expertise in historical collection and preservation operations. Inherent to these skill sets are conducting collection planning; identification and differentiation of official records and copies of records; organization of collected historical material into coherent collections in accordance with historical and archival best practices; employment of standard practices including naming conventions, metadata, versioning, and the application of proper markings; identifying and processing out of scope material and material with unique handling requirements; employment of stable file formats; developing collection summaries and finding aids; and transferring analog and digital collected historical material.

Identifies positions requiring the understanding of the impact archival operations have on the future development of joint and Army history, doctrine, organization, training, planning, and material acquisition.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals may obtain the 1F SI by completing the Field History Basic Course.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any officer AOC. To be awarded by USACMH only.

SI 1G — Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC)

Code: 1G (Effective 201710)Proponent: U.S. Army Fires Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies select Soldiers that are qualified (certified) Service members who, from a forward position, directs the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support and other offensive air operations. A qualified and current JTAC is recognized across the Department of Defense as capable and authorized to perform terminal attack control.

b. Qualifications.

Soldiers must meet all of the following:

(1) Must successfully graduate a course that is accredited by the Joint Fire Support (JFS) Executive Steering Committee (ESC) as defined in the JFS ESC Action Plan (AP) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) (Ground).

(2) Must be designated in writing to serve as a JTAC by their commander (O-5 or higher).

(3) Soldiers must not fail an initial or recurring evaluation in order to receive or maintain their SI.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 13A (CPT and MAJ only).

SI 1H — Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Intermediate Course Graduate

Code: 1H (Effective 202411)Proponent: Army G9, SHARP Office (DAIN-PRF-S)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions in TDA and/or Augmentation TDA in any AOC requiring assignment of officers certified as a full time Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) for the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Program.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the SHARP Basic Course and SHARP Intermediate Course under the auspices of HQDA, G-9 SHARP; 2530 Crystal Drive, Ste 6000, Arlington, VA 22202 and TRADOC, SHARP Academy.

(2) Complete interim screening for a Tier 3 clearance or awarded a Tier 3 clearance (Secret).

(3) Complete the State Criminal History Repository Check.

(4) Complete the Central Background screening through the Human Resources Command (HRC).

c. Restrictions.

(1) Must be a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) in grade O4 or higher or receive approved request for exception to policy.

(2) This SI is subject to screening in accordance with the Personnel Suitability Screening Policy as a Position of Significant Trust and Authority.

(3) For use with any AOC.

SI 1Q — Basic SC Planning, Oversight, and Execution (POE) Management

Code: 1QProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7

SI 1R — Intermediate SC POE Management

Code: 1RProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7

SI 1S — Suicide Intervention Trainer

Code: 1SProponent: Army G1 (DAPE-HR)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 1S. SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the five-day ASIST Training for Trainers (T4T) course conducted at installations, state/territory, Joint Forces HQ and by reserve suicide prevention program managers.

c. Certification requirements.

Must complete the ASIST T4T course which is presented in a five-day workshop lead by master trainers and conduct three ASIST workshops in one year. Certified ASIST (T4T) trainers obtain the necessary skills to conduct the two-day skills-building ASIST workshops for gatekeepers and green tab leaders.

d. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC in grades LT through MAJ.

SI 1T — Advanced SC POE Management

Code: 1T (Effective 202210)Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 1U — Executive SC POE Management

Code: 1U (Effective 202210)Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7

SI 1X — Green Belt (GB) in Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

Code: 1XProponent: Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation (OSA-OBT)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for ASI 1X.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete a prescribed Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Course conducted under the auspices of the Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation.

Soldiers classified in LSS Green Belt, ASI 1X, must continue to demonstrate professional excellence and good judgment and exhibit outstanding ability in support of a LSS project and under the supervision of a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

The Soldier must be able to analyze and solve quality problems and must be involved in quality improvement projects. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is someone with at least three (3) years of work experience who demonstrates his or her knowledge of traditional Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodology and tools augmented with critical enablers such as team leadership, project management and software tools. The Green Belt Soldier supports Black Belt LSS projects and/or leads projects part- time in their mission area of responsibility.

c. Certification requirements.

(1) Demonstrate comprehension of Green Belt tools and techniques.

(2) Successfully:

(a) Lead a GB Level DMAIC Project to completion or;

(b) Complete three (3) Rapid Improvement Events or;

(3) Complete either of the US Army training courses:

(a) GB-1 Course or;

(b) GB-EQUIVALENCY Course

d. Request for certification.

Request for certification will be forwarded to: Department of the Army, Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transportation, LSS PMO, 2521 S. Clark St, suite 1010, 10 th floor, Arlington, VA 22202.e. Restrictions. For identification of personnel only. Used with any officer AOC.

SI 1Y — Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

Code: 1YProponent: Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation (OSA-OBT)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for ASI 1Y.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Black Belt Lean Six Sigma Course conducted under the auspices of the Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation.

Soldiers classified in LSS Black Belt, ASI 1Y, must continue to demonstrate professional excellence and good judgment and have exhibited outstanding ability in team leadership, understand team dynamics and assign team member roles and responsibilities.

Soldiers must have a thorough understanding of and can use all aspects of traditional Lean Six Sigma methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Implement and Control (DMAIC)) and tools in accordance with Lean Six Sigma principles.

Soldiers must be responsible for leading the project team, which may include assigned LSS Green Belts, SMEs, and Resource Managers, to deliver value and benefits defined in business transformation impacts and have basic knowledge of lean enterprise concepts, identify non-value-added elements and activities and use specific tools. The Soldier may also perform Green Belt coaching and or assist in training, as required.

(2) Work on a LSS project on a part-time basis for the duration of a specific LSS project.

c. Certification requirements.

(1) Demonstrate comprehension of Black Belt tools and techniques.

(2) Lead one (1) LSS DMAIC project to completion.

(3) Lead five (5) sub tasks (one (1) in each DMAIC phase) of a MBB level DMAIC project, which is taken to completion.

(4) Successfully Complete either of the US Army training courses:

(a) BB-1 Course or;

(b) BB-EQUIVALENCY Course

d. Request for certification.

SI 1Z — Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

Code: 1ZProponent: Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation (OSA-OBT)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for ASI 1Z.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Master Black Belt Lean Six Sigma Course conducted under the auspices of the Office of the Secretary of the Army, Office of Business Transformation (OSA-OBT).

Soldiers classified in LSS Master Black Belt, ASI 1Z, are responsible for providing technical coaching and training to Black Belts and Green Belts in the long term; lead LSS DMAIC and DFLSS projects as necessary; provide guidance for LSS deployment; assist project identification; identify and propagate Best Practices; typically report to the Deployment Director and have one to five Black Belts and Green Belts under his or her oversight for mentoring and/or training.

Soldiers classified in LSS MBB, ASI 1Z, must also continue to demonstrate professional excellence and good judgment and have exhibited outstanding ability to lead and complete LSS projects. The Soldier must be able to analyze and solve quality problems and must be involved, as a leader, in quality improvement projects.

(2) Work on a LSS project on a full-time basis for the duration of a specific LSS project

(3) After certification, MBBs may continue to work selected, high value projects on an as-needed basis.

c. Certification requirements.

(1) Complete either of the US Army training courses:

(a) MBB-1 Course or

(b) MBB-EQUIVALENCY Course

(2) Must be an Army certified BB.

(3) Successfully take two (2) BB LSS projects to completion.

(4) Mentor two (2) BBs to completion.

(5) Successfully instruct two (2) classes of the US Army BB-1 Course.

(6) Successfully lead a Project Identification and Selection Workshop (PISW, resulting in project identification

d. Request for certification.

e. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any officer AOC.

SI 2A — Non-Lethal Capabilities Planner

Code: 2AProponent: U.S. Army Military Police School

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Officers trained in the background, planning, policy, training and application of non-lethal capabilities as an advisor to the commander. In grades LT-MAJ as listed below:

(1) One per Military Police Brigade/Battalion/Div PM cell/BCT PM cell.

(2) As an exception, one additional position per theater level functional Command can be requested based on the units TOE doctrinal mission.

(3) One per U.S. Army Garrison where non-lethal planner is required.

Code: 2H (Effective 202310)Proponent: U.S. Army Combined Arms Center (CAC)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring qualifications as a MILDEC Officer (MDO).

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the following:

(1) Graduate from one of the following Military Deception Courses:

(a) Information Operations Qualification Course (IOQC)

(b) Special Operations (SO) MILDEC Planners Course (SOMPDC)

(d) Joint IO Planners Course (JIOPC) AND

(2) Possess a current TS/SCI clearance.

(3) Successfully led MILDEC planning and integration staff actions at appropriate organizational level.

(4) Successfully maintained all MILDEC enterprise physical, information, personnel and operational security requirements.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with AOC 37A and FA 30 in grades of O3-O6.

(2) This SI is subject to screening in accordance with the Personnel Suitability Screening Policy as a Position of Significant Trust and Authority.

(3) Submit inquiries to: CAC Force Modernization Proponent Center, ATTN: MILDEC Proponent Director, 950 Bluntville Ave, Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027-2100 or to https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/mccoe/contact-us#cdid.

SI 2J — Basic SC Case Life Cycle Management (CLCM)

Code: 2JProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 2K — Intermediate SC CLCM

Code: 2KProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 2L — Advanced SC CLCM

Code: 2LProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 2M — Expert SC CLCM

Code: 2MProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 2N — Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Analyst

Code: 2N (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions that support the development of GMD tactics, techniques, and procedures, and the synchronization and deconfliction of system-related capabilities.

b. Qualifications.

Must have completed:

(1) Prerequisite. The GMD GFC Qualification Course, SI T3 (GMD System).

(2) Prior to FY28, the GMD Leader Qualification Course taught by the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School.

(3) FY28 and afterwards, the GMD Analyst Qualification Course taught by the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 14A and AOC 40A only for personnel and positions.

SI 2Q — Deception Planner

Code: 2Q (Effective 202510)Proponent: U.S. Army Deception Proponent, Combined Arms Center (CAC), Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring qualifications as a Deception Planner.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Graduate from one of the following Deception Planning Courses:

(a) Army Deception Planners Course (9E-F114/920-F111 (MC)).

(b) Resident IOQC (150-2G-FA30), after September 2019.

(d) Special Operations (SO) MILDEC Planners Course 2E-F286/011-F119, no constraining date.

(2) Possess a current Secret clearance.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with any AOC/FA in grades of O3 through O6.

(2) This SI is subject to screening in accordance with the Personnel Suitability Screening Policy as a Position of Significant Trust and Authority.

(3) Submit inquiries to: CAC Force Modernization Proponent Center, ATTN: Deception Proponent Director, 950 Bluntville Ave, Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027-2100 or to https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/mccoe/contact-us#cdid.

SI 2P — Space Control Planner

Code: 2P (Effective 202410 for Personnel), (Effective 202510 for Positions)Proponent: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Officers trained to plan for and integrate Army space control capabilities into operations and synchronize non-kinetic effects.

b. Qualifications:

(1) Must possess a security clearance of Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information access and

(2) Complete the Space Control Planner Qualification course taught by the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School.

c. Restrictions: For use with SRC 01A (in grade O2) only, AOC 35A (in grade O3) only, and FA 40A (in grades O3-O5) only.

SI 2U — AI Cloud User

Code: 2UProponent: Army Futures Command, Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AFC-AI2C)

a. Description of positions.

The Cloud Technician’s role is to create, provision, scale, monitor and manage, “virtualize,” and secure cloud services to provide the durable infrastructure upon which AI solutions are built.

Cloud Technicians will be trained in Microsoft Azure specific and general cloud administrator fundamentals that will prepare them to create, maintain and secure cloud services in various environments.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the AI Cloud User course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C).

(a) Successfully complete the instruction, project and testing and two industry cloud fundamental (MS Azure 900 and CompTIA CE+) certifications associated with AI Cloud User course.

(b) Complete a capstone academic project.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

SI 2V — AI Cloud Technician

Code: 2VProponent: Army Futures Command, Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AFC-AI2C)

a. Description of positions.

The Cloud Technician’s role is to create, provision, scale, monitor and manage, “virtualize,” and secure cloud services to provide the durable infrastructure upon which AI solutions are built.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the AI Cloud Technicians education program conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C).

(a) Successfully complete the in class and asynchronous instruction, project and testing and two industry cloud fundamentals (MS Azure 900 and CompTIA CE+) and one advanced (MS Azure 104) certifications associated with Carnegie Mellon University’s Cloud Administrator course.

(b) Successfully train on Army AI2C projects in the AI Factory.

(2) Must successfully complete a 24-month utilization tour with AI2C’s AI Factory.

(a) Demonstrate comprehension of cloud administrator practices associated with assigned AI2C projects.

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated skills associated with the practice of cloud administrator and technician roles under the guidance and direction of AI Factory cadre and Director, AI2C on projects in support of AI2C, Army Cross Functional Team, HQDA, AFC or other modernization priorities.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

SI 2W — Autonomous Systems Engineers

Code: 2WProponent: Army Futures Command, Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AFC-AI2C)

a. Description of positions.

Autonomous Systems Engineers (ASE) are individuals who have special knowledge at the intersection of robotics, autonomous systems, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

ASE SI holders have studied the technical concepts and skills necessary to understand, design, and operate robotic and autonomous systems. The ASE SI designates those who know how autonomous robots perceive environments, plan routes, and make decisions in complex environments using modern sensors and processing that includes AI and machine learning.

They are skilled in programming and the modular open systems architecture known as Robot Operating System (ROS), which is the foundational framework that most of today’s autonomous systems are built upon.

Those designated with this SI are prepared for positions in the research and development, deployment, and operation of robotic and autonomous systems.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must have previously completed education in science, technology, engineering and math related curriculum with specific concentration on autonomy, robotics and artificial intelligence. Degrees such as computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, robotics and mechanical engineering are preferred.

(2) Must successfully complete at least twelve months of an assignment as an autonomous systems engineer with AI2C’s AI Factory to include a successful capstone exercise/experiment.

(a) Demonstrate comprehension of autonomous systems engineering practices associated with assigned AI2C projects.

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated skills associated under the guidance and direction of AI Factory cadre and Director, AI2C on projects in support of AI2C, Army Cross Functional Team, HQDA, AFC or other modernization priorities.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

SI 2Y — Space Control Systems Operator

Code: 2YProponent: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Officers trained to conduct space control operations utilizing space control systems (currently, the Mobile Integrated Ground Suite (MIGS) or its replacement systems).

b. Qualifications:

(1) Must possess a security clearance of Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information access and

(2) Prior to 01 October 2025, complete the Mobile Integrated Ground Suite (MIGS) Initial Qualification Training (IQT) course taught by the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School or

(3) Starting 1 October 2025, complete the Space Control Systems Operator Qualification course taught by the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School.

c. Restrictions: For use with SRC 01A (in grade O2) and FA 40A (in grades O3-O5) only.

SI 3A — Joint Duty Assignment Qualified

Code: 3AProponent: AHRC (AHRC-ORD-J)

a. Description of positions.

(1) Identifies Army Joint Duty Assignment (JDA) positions in grade MAJ and above, designated by the Secretary of Defense to comply with the Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 which can be effectively supported by an officer who has completed a joint tour but has yet to be designated a Joint Qualified Officer (JQO).

(2) These are Army basic branch and functional area positions which are located in educational institutions, service component headquarters, interagency organizations, joint or multi-national commands or activities involved in the education, planning, employment, or support of joint and multinational forces.

b. Qualifications.

Officers awarded SI 3A must:

(1) Be in the grade of MAJ or above.

(2) Have successfully completed one of the following:

a. Have completed a standard joint duty assignment (S-JDA) and have been awarded full joint tour credit by AHRC-ORD-J but have not yet been nominated or approved for the JQO designation; officers must serve at least one day as a Major or above in the S-JDA; or

b. Accrued 24 experience Joint duty assignment (E-JDA) points approved through the JCS, J1 JQS panel with at least 365 days as a Major or above in that experience. A maximum of 6 points may be derived from joint training, education, and exercises.

(3) Have successfully completed requirements for Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) level 1 within their specific branch or functional area.

c. Restrictions.

AHRC-ORD-J will award Officers this specialty upon completion of a full tour of duty in a joint assignment by and completion of JPME-1. Positions will be coded with this specialty only after being designated on the approved Secretary of Defense Joint Duty Assignment List. Positions may not be additionally coded with SI 3L.

SI 3B — Level I Contract and Fiscal Law Practitioner

Code: 3B (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3C — Operational Contract Support (OCS)

Code: 3C (Rescind 202610)Proponent: U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Officers qualified in operational contract support planning and management.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Operational Support Course at either:

(1) U.S. Army Logistics University, Ft Lee, Va.

(2) Ft Lee Center of Excellence (FTLCOE) approved Mobile Training Team (MTT).

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any officer AOC in grade LT thru COL.

(2) For use with positions and personnel in officer AOC 12A, 70K67, 88A, 90A and 91A in grade LT thru COL.

(3) For COMPO 3 (USAR) ONLY, use with positions and personnel in officer AOC 01A LT thru COL.

(4) Course attendance is given priority to or limited to personnel currently assigned or designated to perform OCS related duties.

SI 3C — Operational Contract Support (OCS)

Code: 3C (Effective 202510 for Personnel) (Effective 202610 for Positions)Proponent: U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Officers qualified in operational contract support planning and management.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Operational Support Course at either:

(1) U.S. Army Sustainment University, Ft Lee, Va.

(2) Sustainment Center of Excellence (SCOE) approved Mobile Training Team (MTT).

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any officer AOC in grade LT thru COL.

(2) For use with positions and personnel in officer AOC 12A, 70K67, and 90A in grade LT thru COL.

(3) For COMPO 3 (USAR) ONLY, use with positions and personnel in officer AOC 01A LT thru COL.

(4) Course attendance is given priority to or limited to personnel currently assigned or designated to perform OCS related duties.

SI 3D — Military Justice Litigation

Code: 3D (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3E — Army Intelligence Development Program (AIDP) Counterintelligence (CI) (AIDP-CI)

Code: 3E (Effective 202110)Proponent: U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring officers to possess enhanced knowledge and experience in the conduct and management of Army CI Investigations, operations, and collections.

b. Qualifications.

Applicants must obtain a letter of recommendation (LOR) from a senior CI professional; 35A Skill Identifier 2E (CI Officer) (Major or above), 351L (CW4/CW5) or MICECP/DAC (GG13 or above).

The LOR is not mandatory for initial consideration/selection but is required for final approval into AIDP-CI. Applicants must contact the 902d MI Group S-3 at [email protected] or (301) 677-2541 to arrange for an interview with a CI agent in your area. Must successfully complete the two-year AIDP CI at 902d MI Group, Fort Meade, MD.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 35A positions and personnel with Skill Identifier 2E (CI Officer). Withdrawn by HQDA upon recommendation of the CG, INSCOM.

SI 3F — Army Intelligence Development Program (AIDP) Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (ISR) (AIDP-ISR)

Code: 3F (Effective 202110)Proponent: U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions to execute National to tactical collection management that synchronizes and integrates the planning and operation of sensors, assets, and processing exploitation, and dissemination systems in direct support of current and future operations.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the 1-year Army Intelligence Development Program under the auspices of Intelligence and Security Command at Fort Meade, Maryland.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 35A positions and personnel.

SI 3G — Level II Contract and Fiscal Law Practitioner

Code: 3G (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3H — Joint Planner

Code: 3HProponent: USACAC

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring personnel qualified in the Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) System and supporting information technologies.

b. Qualifications.

Completion of one of the following:

(1) The resident U.S. Army Command General Staff Officer Course (USACGSOC) and the USACGSOC Joint Planner Program.

(2) Joint Transition Course (JTC) and the JOPES Action Officer Course conducted by the Joint Deployment Training Center (JDTC).

(3) Completion of either the Joint Advanced Warfighting School, Advanced Joint Professional Military Education, or the Joint and Combined Warfighting School at the Joint Forces Staff College (JFSC).

(4) Completion of the Defense Planning Course Phases I and II at the U.S. Army War College (USAWC).

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 3I — Level I Military Justice Practitioner

Code: 3I (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to table 4-4

SI 3J — Level I National Security Law Practitioner

Code: 3J (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3K — Joint Command, Control and Communications (C3)

Code: 3KProponent: USACAC

a. Description of positions.

For positions that require detailed knowledge in C3 systems and procedures related to joint command, joint staff, and Army major command centers including staff positions which interface with the joint arena. This skill is normally used in the following branches or FAs: 25, 35, 53, and 54.

b. Qualifications.

Requires successful completion of the Joint C3 Course at the Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk Naval Base, VA.

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 3L — Joint Qualified Officer (JQO)

Code: 3LProponent: AHRC (AHRC-ORD-J)

a. Description of positions.

(1) Identifies “critical” Army Joint Duty Assignment (JDA) positions in the grade of LTC and above that require an Officer previously experienced, trained, and educated in joint matters. These billets are approved by the SECDEF with the advice of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

(2) These are Army basic branch and functional area positions which meet the definition of joint matters as defined by 10 USC 688.

(3) All SI 3L JDA positions must be filled by officers possessing the identifier or have a Joint Qualified Officer waiver approved by the Secretary of Defense prior to being assigned to the billet.

b. Qualifications.

Officers awarded SI 3L must:

(1) Be in the grade of MAJ or above.

(2) Have successfully completed their Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) level I and II requirements and—

a. Have completed a standard joint duty assignment (S-JDA) having been awarded full joint tour credit by AHRC- ORD-J or—

b. Have accrued 24 joint experience points awarded through a JQS Panel with a minimum of 12 points having been received since meeting joint level II qualification and—

(3) Have been selected by the Secretary of Defense for designation as a JQO.

c. Remarks.

Upon awarding of the SI 3L, the SI 3A is obsolete.

d. Restrictions.

Officers will be awarded this specialty after nomination by HQDA (AHRC-ORD-J) and approval by the Secretary of Defense. Positions will be coded with this specialty only after being designated on the approved Secretary of Defense Joint Duty Assignment List. Positions may not be additionally coded with SI 3A.

SI 3M — Level II Military Justice Practitioner

Code: 3M (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to table 4-4

SI 3N — Level V Military Justice Practitioner

Code: 3N (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3P — Level III Military Justice Practitioner

Code: 3P (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to table 4-4

SI 3Q — Level II National Security Law Practitioner

Code: 3Q (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3R — Force Management

Code: 3RProponent: ODCS G3/5/7

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require an incumbent who possesses detailed knowledge of Force Management (FM). The FM Officer serves as a staff officer at installation level through DA staff and is the expert on how to raise, train, and sustain forces.

Their knowledge allows them to determine Army requirements, develop, and structure forces, and how to modernize, station and maintain units using the tenets of the Army Life Cycle Management Model.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the How the Army Runs Course at the Army Force Management School, Ft Belvoir, VA.

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 3S — Unit Air Movements Officer

Code: 3SProponent: USATSCH

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions responsible for preparing/ensuring that units, to include their personnel and equipment, are capable of air deployment.

Requires knowledge of loading and securing unit vehicles, equipment, and supplies and movement of unit personnel on aircraft. Requires a working knowledge of air load planning, documentation and procedures necessary for the successful deployment of units world-wide and related strategic mobility missions.

b. Qualifications.

Must be a graduate of the Air Deployment Planning Course or have equivalent training, or experience.

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 3T — Level IV Military Justice Practitioner

Code: 3T (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to table 4-4

SI 3U — Level III National Security Law Practitioner

Code: 3U (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3V — Level IV National Security Law Practitioner

Code: 3V (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-4

SI 3W — NSA Junior Officer Cryptologic Career Program (JOCCP)

Code: 3W (Effective 202010)Proponent: U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring incumbents to possess in-depth knowledge of strategic signals intelligence collection and analysis processes. Duties include strategic signals intelligence operations and interface between strategic and tactical intelligence systems for officers assigned to Corps, Theater, and Army level units.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the 3-year National Security Agency Junior Officer Cryptologic Career Program.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 35A positions and personnel with Skill Identifier 2G (SIGINT Officer) and Aviation Intelligence Officers (AOC 15C) who possess Skill Identifier 2G (SIGINT Officer). Withdrawn by HQDA upon recommendation of the CG, INSCOM.

SI 3X — Bradley Leaders

Code: 3XProponent: U.S. Army Infantry School

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions that require an incumbent who possesses detailed knowledge in the tactical employment of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle Family of Vehicles.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have successfully completed one of the following:

(1) Mechanized Leaders Course (2E-SI3X/010-F5 (M2A2) on or before 1 October 2008 conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

(2) Mechanized Leaders Course (M2A2/ODS) 2E-SI3X/010-F5 (M2A2/ODS) on or before 4 November 2011 conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

(3) Mechanized Leader (M2A3) 2E-F201/010-F25 On or before 4 November 2011 conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

(4) M2 BIFV/M3 CFV/M7 BFIST Leader Course (2E-SI3X/010-F25 (PI) on or before 22 October 2012 conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

(5) M2 BIFV/M3 CFV/M7 BFIST Leader Course (2E-SI3X/010-F25 after 1 October 2012 conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

(6) Scout Commander Certification (171-SI3X/ASID3) conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Armor School.

(7) Complete M2 Bradley fighting Vehicle, M3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicle, or M7 Bradley fire Support Vehicle New Equipment Training (NET) conducted under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry, Armor, or Field Artillery schools (prior to 1 October 2013).

c. Restrictions.

For use with Armor, Infantry, Field Artillery and Engineer Branch AOCs only.

SI 3Y — Army Space Enabler

Code: 3Y (Effective 202601)Proponent: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies approved Army Space Enabler positions.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Successful completion of the USASMDC 80-hour Army Space Cadre Basic Course.

(2) Or, successful completion of the National Security Space Institute (NSSI) Space 200, or NSSI Space 300.

(3) Or, successful completion of the Space Activities portion (specifically courses A537 and A543) of the Command and General Staff Course at Ft. Leavenworth.

(4) Or, successful completion of the U.S. Space Force Schriever Space Scholars Program ILE

(5) Or, successful completion of other 80-hour space-related resident courses approved by the SI 3Y proponent (Office of the Chief of Space and Missile Defense).

c. Restrictions.

(1) Positions. Not for use with FA40, Space Operations Officer, positions.

(2) Personnel. For use with any Areas of Concentration (AOC) and Functional Areas except FA40.

SI 3Z — Mortar Unit Officer

Code: 3ZProponent: U.S. Army Infantry School

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require the assignment of officers who are qualified to lead mortar units.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must successfully complete an accredited Infantry Mortar Leader Course conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Army Infantry School (USAIS), Ft Benning, GA.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Infantry and Armor Branch AOCs only.

SI 4A — Industry and Production

Code: 4A (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The economic development functional specialty places emphasis on the existing national to localized economic network, any competing system, and their collective impacts upon stability within the Operational Environment.

Through assessments, analysis, and evaluation, this functional specialty provides advice and guidance access to additional resources to augment the national network to develop, implement, regulate, and enforce interstate and international policies and programs focused upon macroeconomics, market(s) development, and microeconomics.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in International Global Policy and Administration, International relations, International and Development Economics, Energy Economics, Economic Development (GPED), applied economics, policy economics, quantitative economics, Financial Economics, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Human Factors Engineering or other related fields of study; a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of industry and production.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4B — Operations Research/Systems Analysis

Code: 4BProponent: Army, G-8 (DAPR-DPM)

a. Description of positions.

Principal duties are related to a branch or functional area other than 49 and OR/SA training is applied as a secondary aspect of the job. Positions which require the following skills are appropriate for OR/SA skill coding:

(1) Analytical skills.

(a) Deductive reasoning through basic statistical analysis and hypothesis testing.

(b) Basic experimental design and sampling techniques.

(2) Application of existing methodology to problem solving.

(3) Exercise and update existing models.

b. Qualifications.

The ORSA Military Applications Course or a Masters degree in an ORSA related field approved by the proponent (DA Pam 600-3, Chapter 31).

c. Restrictions.

Cannot be used with FA 49.

SI 4D — Laws, Regulations, and Policies

Code: 4D (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The rule of law functional specialty places emphasis on the judiciary systems of the national and subnational governments that incorporate customary indigenous methods with internationally acceptable standards.

Application of the technical expertise of this functional specialty team delivers assessments, analysis, and evaluation, which allow for the provision of advice, guidance, and access to additional resources.

This augmentation to indigenous institutions enhances the capability of those institutions to implement and conduct assessments and oversight, provide policies and programs, and operate institutional systems and agencies from national to local levels.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Business Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal law, Environmental Law, Health Care Law, Intellectual Property Law, Animal law, Corporate law, Education Law, Labor law, Family and Juvenile law, Securities, Political Science, or other related fields of study; and a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of political and/or legislative processes at various levels of government.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4E — Environment and Natural Resources

Code: 4E (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The environmental management functional specialty places emphasis on the principles of protection and conservation of the natural resources and mitigation of hazards or pollution as it concerns the state, while fostering supportable access, development, and utilization.

Through the application of technical skills, functional specialists advise and assist in rehabilitating, establishing, delivering, and maintaining government environmental management agencies and systems and their associated requisite plans, policies, and procedures while supporting the integration of the efforts of individuals, civil society organizations, NGOs, international organizations, and other U.S. assistance and resources.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited college or university, in Life and Earth Sciences, Environmental Management/Policy, Environmental Engineering, Integrated Water Management, Forestry and Natural Resources Management, Development Studies and Foresight, Sustainable Solid Waste Management, Management of Mountain Areas, Environmental Policy and Sustainability Management (MS), Biology of Environmental Change (BEC), Master in Environmental Risks Management in the Arctic (ERM), or other related fields of study; and of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of conservation or environmental management.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4F — Energy

Code: 4F (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring comprehensive understanding of the production and/or distribution of electric, petroleum, natural gas, coal, nuclear and renewable energy resources.

A principal objective of the foreign policy of the U.S. is the encouragement and sustained support to people of developing countries for improving the quality of their lives.

Development assistance programs are programs executed by the DOS directly or indirectly, through USAID, which finances numerous development assistance programs.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree in Energy Studies or higher, from a regionally accredited college or university, in Engineering, or Industrial Management, Energy Management, Earth Sciences, Ecology, Energy and Environmental Sciences or other related fields of study; and a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of energy.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4G — Judiciary and Legal System

Code: 4G (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited college or university, in Business law, Constitutional law, Criminal law, Environmental law, Health Care law, Intellectual Property law, Animal law, Corporate law, Education law, Labor law, Family and Juvenile law, Securities, Political Economy other related fields of study; and 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of law.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4H — Corrections

Code: 4H (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The corrections functional specialty places emphasis on the role of the national and subnational governments in fulfilling the punitive phase of the rule of law through a transparent correctional system that conveys safe and humane detention, incarceration, rehabilitation, and reintegration of qualified prisoners.

Application of the technical expertise of this functional specialty team delivers assessments, analysis, and evaluation, which allows for the provision of advice, guidance, and access to additional resources.

This augmentation to indigenous institutions enhances the capability of those institutions to conduct assessments, implement oversight, provide policies and programs, and operate institutional systems and agencies at national to local levels.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Social Science Behavioral Science, Psychology, Social Work, Social Work- clinical Specialization, Social Work – Advanced Standing or other related fields of study; and a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of corrections.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 4J — Postal

Code: 4JProponent: USAAGS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which are concerned with formulating policies for, directing the activities of, or commanding units engaged in postal operations.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have completed the Postal Operations Course and/or the Postal Supervisors Course at the Adjutant General School, Ft Jackson, SC or successfully completed one year in a postal assignment.

c. Restrictions.

This skill is to be used only with positions coded AOC 42B. It will only be awarded to Adjutant General Corps Branch Officers.

SI 4K — Artificial Intelligence

Code: 4KProponent: SAIS-AI (U.S. Army Artificial Intelligence Center)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require the individual to conceptualize, design, and develop automated systems incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques or to perform ORSA analysis using AI to augment conventional analysis techniques.

These positions require incumbents to choose among and apply an assortment of knowledge representation techniques such as declarative logic, rule-based systems, and object oriented data structures.

Examples of analysis techniques include conventional tools such as linear programming and regression as well as AI techniques, such as Artificial Neural Networks. The following positions are examples of duties which require this skill coding:

(1) Software architects responsible for selecting and integrating AI techniques for improved system performance.

(2) Application efforts involving analysis, design, and development of automated systems requiring AI related techniques, such as knowledge-based systems.

(3) Program directors monitoring software development for AI systems and/or integrating AI components and modules into other automated systems.

(4) Instructors for courses in expert system development, knowledge representation techniques, or Artificial Intelligence enhancements to decision support systems.

(5) Responsibilities involving the testing and life cycle support of AI systems.

b. Qualifications.

Officers awarded SI 4K must possess at least one of the following qualifications:

(1) Hold a master’s or doctorate degree in Artificial Intelligence.

(2) Hold a master’s or doctorate degree in Computer Science, Operations Research/Systems Analysis, Management of Information Systems or related degree with graduate level course work to include:

(a) Artificial Intelligence–Fundamentals.

(b) Building Expert Systems.

(d) Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms.

(e) Systems Analysis and Design.

(f) Data Base Design.

(3) Hold a master’s or doctorate degree in Computer Science, Operations Research/Systems Analysis, Management of Information Systems, or related degree and possess at least 1 year of documented experience and accomplishment in a position applying AI techniques to the development of automated systems.

(4) Have completed an AI course at any Army training center (ALMC ITOR or SIGCEN AI) and possess at least 1 year of documented experience and accomplishment in a position applying AI techniques to the development of automated systems.

(5) Have completed an extensive AI training program which has been approved by the proponent. The Artificial Intelligence Program Sponsors Training with Industry (TWI) and Visiting Scholar programs at leading commercial and academic institutions which will satisfy this requirement.

c. Restrictions.

Positions and officers will be coded with this SI only with the approval of the Director, U.S. Army Artificial Intelligence Center (SAIS-AI).

SI 4N — Health Care Recruiter

Code: 4NProponent: U.S Army Recruiting and Retention College (RRC)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring Soldiers who are Health Care Recruiter qualified. The Health Care Recruiter is the subject matter expert at the Battalion/Brigade/USAREC Headquarters. They have primary skill sets to provide critical assessment, management, planning and implementation of all health care recruiting activities at every echelon in the command.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the Health Care Recruiter Course, Recruiting and Retention College, Fort Knox, Kentucky.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with position and personnel in SRC 05A, AOC 65K, 66N, and FA 70F in grades of O3 and O4.

(2) For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC (Except Finance) in grades O1 through O5.

SI 4P — Basic SC Acquisition Management (AM)

Code: 4PProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 4Q — Intermediate SC AM

Code: 4QProponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 4S — Attaché

Code: 4SProponent: ODCSOPS

a. Description of positions.

Maintains relations between the U.S. Army and armies of the country in which assigned. Provides military advice to the chief of the diplomatic mission.

b. Qualifications.

Officer must have attended the Attaché Course (Defense Intelligence School) and served successfully for at least 1 year in an attaché position.

c. Restrictions.

(1) or positions that require officers qualified in military free fall (MFF) special operations.

(2) Special Operations free fall team positions on the U.S. Army Airborne Board.

(3) General Officer (GO) positions in grades BG-LTG identified as commander and deputy commander in USASOC, USASFC and USAJFKSWCS.

(4) USA GO commander positions in grades BG-MG in Join Theater Special Operations Commands.

b. Qualifications.

Requires successful completion of the military free fall training conducted by the USAJFKSWCS.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Reporting Code 00B (General Officer) and AOC 11A, 12B, 18A, 21B, 25D, 49A, 51A, 92D and Immaterial Code 02A.

SI 4Y — Executive SC AM

Code: 4Y (Effective 202210)Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI 5A — Joint Air Tactical Operations Officer

Code: 5A (Eff 202112)Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence

There are no positions identified for SI 5F. For use with personnel only.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Product Developer Technical Accelerator course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Have greater than 90% attendance to all classes.

(b) Achieve status of “satisfactory” for greater than 80% of lessons.

(2) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Product Manager Pairing Program conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Demonstrate comprehension of all Software Product Manager tools and practices

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated each core Product Manager Skill. (ii) Must submit a portfolio of documents depicting successful implementation of each product management skill using a related practice.

(b) Must complete the Pairing Program within 365 days from the start date of the Software Product Manager Technical Accelerator course.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

(2) For use with personnel and positions in AOC 28A (Effective 202507 for Personnel), (Effective 202610 for Positions).

SI 5G — Software Product Designer

Code: 5GProponent: Army Futures Command, Modernization Proponent (AFC-MP)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 5G. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Product Developer Technical Accelerator course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Have greater than 90% attendance to all classes.

(b) Achieve status of “satisfactory” for greater than 80% of lessons.

(2) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Product Designer Pairing Program conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Demonstrate comprehension of all Software Product Designer tools and practices

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated each core Product Design skill. (ii) Must submit a portfolio of documents depicting successful implementation of each design skill using a related practice.

(b) Must complete the Pairing Program within 365 days from the start date of the Software Product Designer Technical Accelerator course.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

(2) For use with personnel and positions in AOC 28A (Effective 202507 for Personnel), (Effective 202610 for Positions).

SI 5H — Nuclear Target Effects Analyst

Code: 5HProponent: USANCA

a. Description of positions.

For positions which require assignment of personnel qualified to perform nuclear target planning, nuclear weapons suitability analysis, nuclear employment considerations, and preclusion analysis.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have completed the Theater Nuclear Operations Course (TNOC) – DNWS-R013 and one of the following additional courses: Nuclear Weapons Orientation Course (NWOC) – DNWS-ROO1, Nuclear Policy Course (NucPol) – NW401-NW501, Joint Targeting Staff Course (JTSC) – JTS001, or Joint Operational Fires and Effects Course (JOFEC) – 2E-SIL8/250-ASIL8.

In addition, individuals must be issued a Memorandum for Record from the Director, U.S. Army Nuclear and CWMD Agency (USANCA) granting the skill identifier 5H.

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 5J — Software Development Engineer (SDE)

Code: 5JProponent: Army Futures Command, Modernization Proponent (AFC-MP)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 5J. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Development Engineer Technical Accelerator course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Have greater than 90% attendance to all classes.

(b) Achieve status of “satisfactory” for greater than 80% of lessons.

(2) Must successfully complete a prescribed Software Development Engineer Pairing Program conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Demonstrate comprehension of all Software Development Engineer tools and practices

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated each core SDE skill. (ii) Must submit a portfolio of documents depicting successful implementation of each SDE skill using a related practice.

(b) Must complete the Pairing Program within 365 days from the start date of the Software Development Engineer Technical Accelerator course.

c. Restrictions:

(1) For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

(2) For use with personnel and positions in AOC 28A (Effective 202507 for Personnel), (Effective 202610 for Positions).

SI 5K — Instructor

Code: 5K (Effective 202304)Proponent: Army University (ArmyU)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions that require officers qualified to be full time formal instructors and/or doctrine writer subject matter experts in military subjects at an Army service school or other organized learning activity.

b. Officer qualifications.

Must successfully complete one of the ArmyU (ATZL-AUA) approved instructor training courses listed below:

(1) The Common Faculty Development – Instructor Course (CFD-IC).

(2) The schools listed below have multiple accreditation requirements and are authorized to use their instructor qualification courses in lieu of the CFD-IC as described below:

(a) United States War College’s (USAWC) Initial Institutional Orientation Course.

(b) United States Command and Staff College’s (CGSC) Initial Faculty Development Course (Faculty Development Phase 1 (FDP1)).

(c) United States Military Academy’s (USMA) Arriving Faculty Education Program. USMA instructors having completed instructor training within a department of instruction and having successfully served as a member of the faculty for a full academic year are eligible upon approval by the Dean of the Academic Board or Commandant of Cadets.

(3) Other service’s instructor qualification course including the Navy Instructor Training Course, Navy Master Training Specialist Program, Marine Corps Basic Instructor Course, or Air Force Basic Instructor Course.

c. Restrictions.

(1) Positions. For use with any AOC.

(2) Personnel. For ROTC Instructor, Professor of Military Science and Assistant Professor of Military Science positions, individuals can have no record of conviction by special or general courts-martial or civilian courts of offenses listed in AR 27-10 (Military Justice), chapter 24 or otherwise be required to register as a sexual offender under AR 27- 10, chapter 24.

SI 5L — Platform Engineer

Code: 5LProponent: Army Futures Command, Modernization Proponent (AFC-MP)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 5L. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Platform Engineering Technical Accelerator course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Have greater than 90% attendance to all classes.

(b) Achieve status of “satisfactory” for greater than 80% of lessons.

(2) Must successfully complete a prescribed Platform Engineer Pairing Program conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(i) Must have successfully demonstrated each core Platform Engineering skill (ii) Must submit a portfolio of documents depicting successful implementation of each Platform Engineering skill using a related practice.

(3) Must complete the Pairing Program within 365 days from the start date of the Platform Engineer Technical Accelerator course.

c. Restrictions:

(1) For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

(2) For use with personnel and positions in AOC 28A (Effective 202507 for Personnel), (Effective 202610 for Positions).

SI 5M — Technical Mission Force Cadre

Code: 5MProponent: Army Futures Command, Modernization Proponent (AFC-MP)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 5M. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete a prescribed Technical Mission Force Cadre course conducted under the auspices of the Army Futures Command, Army Software Factory.

(a) Must demonstrate excellent professionalism, attitude, teamwork, and judgment

(b) Must pass all blocks with a “satisfactory”.

(2) Must serve in an Emerging Technical Mission Force operational position for a period of six (6) consecutive months.

c. Restrictions.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any officer AOC.

SI 5T — Equal Opportunity Advisor

Code: 5TProponent: USAAGS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which are concerned with management of the Army Equal Opportunity program at installation/division level and higher. The following grading guidance applies:

(1) MTOE or AUGTDA to an MTOE: Division, Corps, and Theater Army Headquarters one LTC.

(2) TDA:

(a) MACOM Headquarters FORSCOM, TRADOC, USARPAC, USASOC, MDW, and MEDCOM one LTC.

(b) MACOM Headquarters INSCOM and CIDC one MAJ.

(d) HQDA one LTC and three MAJs.

Identifies positions requiring the analytical and critical thinking skills developed through the study of history. Identifies positions requiring the understanding of the impact history has on the development of joint and Army doctrine, organization, training, planning, and material acquisition.

b. Qualifications.

Through assessments, analysis, and evaluation, this functional specialty team provides advice and guidance access to additional resources to augment the national network to develop, implement, regulate, and enforce interstate and international policies and programs focused upon macroeconomics, market(s) development, and microeconomics.

These activities enable the interconnectivity of individuals, civil society, and institutions to produce coordinated, integrated, and synchronized efforts.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in economics or business administration emphasizing supply management and distribution, and a minimum of 48 months of experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of management of food or product distribution systems.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 6F — Transportation

Code: 6F (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The public transportation functional specialty places emphasis on the national transportation network as it exists within the Operational Environment.

Through assessments, analysis, and evaluation, this functional specialty team provides advice and guidance access to additional resources aimed to enhance the national network to develop, implement, regulate, and enforce interstate and international policies for the physical movement of commerce and people across ground, water, and through air conveyances.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in Civil Engineering or Transportation or equivalent experience in the management or design of transportation systems either public or private; and a minimum of 48 months of experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of development of plans and policy at the state or national Department of Transportation level.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 6G — Public Water & Sanitation

Code: 6G (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring identification, assessment of capability, rehabilitation, development, and operational supervision of Public Works and Utilities in the conduct of Civil-Military Operations.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Bachelor degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in either civil, electrical, mechanical, waste, or water management engineering, and 5 years’ experience in either management, design, or operation of public or private works and utilities. Officers holding a professional engineering license in any discipline are considered uniquely qualified.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any AOC (all components) in grades CPT-COL.

SI 6H — Law & Border Enforcement

Code: 6H (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring knowledge and experience to conduct transitional law enforcement. The law and border enforcement functional specialty places emphasis on indigenous ministerial and sub- ministerial responses required to enforce laws and secure national borders.

This augmentation to those institutions enhances capability of those institutions to implement and conduct assessments and oversight, provide and regulate policies and programs, and operate institutional systems and agencies from national to local levels. Law and border enforcement efforts have inherent crosscutting effects upon, and requirements of, the other functional areas.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in either criminology, police science, or Law Enforcement Administration and a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of practical experience in a supervisory or management position in a government related public safety field or equivalent private industry position.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 6L — Quality Assurance Evaluator

Code: 6L (Effective 202503)Proponent: HQ TRADOC QAO

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 6L. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the following:

(1) Active Component (AC). There are no active component positions identified for SI 6Q. For use with personnel only.

(2) National Guard Bureau (NGB). There are no National Guard positions identified for SI 6Q. For use with personnel only.

(3) U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). Identifies positions in USAR Tables of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) or Augmentation TDA to Modified Tables of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) only authorization documents requiring an incumbent officer qualified as a Ground Safety Officer to plan and develop safety activities.

b. Qualifications.

(1) AC. Awarded to officers who have successfully completed the Ground Safety Officer Course conducted and certified under the auspices of the USA Combat Readiness Center (USACRC).

(2) NGB. Awarded to officers who have successfully completed the Ground Safety Officer Course conducted and certified under the auspices of the USACRC. Training must be completed within 12 months of assignment as a State Safety and Occupational Health Manager, State Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, or BN/BDE/DIV Safety Officer Position.

(3) USAR.

(a) Individual must have successfully completed the USACRC Army Safety Intern class or;

(b) Have successfully completed the USACRC Joint Intern Course or;

c. Restrictions.

For use with any Officer AOC.

SI 6R — Technology & Telecommunications

Code: 6R (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The public communications functional specialty places emphasis on the national communications network as it exists within the OE. Through assessments, analysis, and evaluation, this functional specialty team provides advice and guidance access to additional resources aimed to enhance the national network to develop, implement, regulate, and enforce interstate and international policies for communications by radio, television, wire, wireless, satellite, cable, and postal means.

These activities enable the interconnectivity of individuals, civil society, and institutions to produce coordinated, integrated, and synchronized efforts.

These efforts have inherent crosscutting effects upon, and requirements of, the other functional specialty areas. This functional specialty team is prepared to assume the administrative and supervisory roles of the national and subnational institutions, as required by conditions of the OE.

b. Qualification.

(1) Requires a master’s degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in either Telecommunications Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering, communications management, or computer science and a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field engineering, management or telecommunications, or a related public or private communications position to include radio, television, postal service or automated data processing network.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI 6S — Advanced Military Studies Programs

Code: 6S (Effective 202204)Proponent: Army G3/5/7 (DAMO-SSF) ) (FA 59)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 6S. The SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed the requirements for any Advanced Military Studies Programs (AMSP) including:

(1) Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS).

(2) School for Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS).

(3) School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW).

(4) School for Advanced Military Studies (SAMS).

(5) Advanced Strategic Leadership Studies Program (ASLSP) conducted at SAMS.

(6) Maritime Advanced Wartime School (MAWS)

c. Restrictions.

For use with any officer AOC in grades CPT-COL for personnel only.

SI 6T — Military Auditor

Code: 6TProponent: ASA (FM&C)

a. Description of positions.

No position classification is required.

b. Qualifications.

Awarded to Reserve Component officers who have completed one of the following:

(1) Must have successfully completed a degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting.

The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. The term accounting means accounting and/or auditing in this standard. Similarly, accountant should be interpreted generally as accountant and/or auditor.

(2) Combination of education and experience–at least 4 years of experience in accounting or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant’s background must also include one of the following:

(a) Twenty four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law.

(b) A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor obtained through written examinations.

(c) Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24 semester hour requirement of paragraph (1), provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing or a related two field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4 year course of study described in paragraph (1), and

(c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant’s education, training and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of Reserve Component personnel only. Use with any AOC.

SI 6U — Agri-Business & Food

Code: 6U (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

Identifies positions in the Installation Management structure as follows:

(1) HQDA level. Promulgates, develops, and integrates policy and doctrine pertaining to the planning, programming, execution, and operation of Army installation.

(2) MACOM level. Performs base operations (BASOPS) oversight responsibilities managing the execution of BASOPS services in the following functional areas: Personnel and Community, Information Technology, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Resource Management, Acquisition, Health Services and Command and Staff.

(3) Installation level. Manages or executes base operations services for garrisons, Area Support Groups (ASG) and Base Support Battalions (BSBs) in the functional areas in a (2).

b. Qualifications.

Requires completion of the following:

(1) HQDA level. Individuals are assigned to Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management (OACSIM) staff (to include any ACSIM FOA or SSA), have successfully completed 12 months in the position and be certified by the ACSIM.

(2) MACOM level. Individuals must be assigned to BASOPS oversight duties, have successfully completed 12 months in the position and be certified by the MACOM Commander.

(3) Installation level. Individuals must be assigned to a garrison, ASG or BSB either managing or executing BASOPS services; have successfully completed 12 months in the position and be certified by the Installation/Garrison, ASG or BSB Commander.

(4) Installation commanders must have completed the General Officer Installation Commander Course (GOICC). Garrison, ASG or BSB Commanders must have completed the Garrison Pre-Command Course (GPC).

(5) Individuals assigned to Commandant, Army Management Staff College (AMSC) faculty in the sustaining base curriculum after successfully completing 12 months in the position and certified by the AMSC.

c. Restrictions.

None.

SI 6Z — Strategic Studies Graduate

Code: 6Z (Rescind 202610)Proponent: HQDA G-3/5/7 (DAMO-SSF)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies personnel for strategy and planning (strategic or operational level) billets on Army, Joint or Combined staffs.

b. Qualifications.

Requires successful completion of one of the following programs of study:

(1) Harvard Strategist Program.

(2) Joint Chiefs of Staff/Office of the Secretary of Defense/Army Staff Intern.

(3) Defense Strategy Course, U.S. Army War College (USAWC).

(4) Basic Strategic Art Program, USWAC.

(5) Advanced Strategic Art Program, USAWC.

(6) Grand Strategy Seminar, U.S. Air Force Air War College.

(7) Advanced Naval Strategist Course, U.S. Naval War College.

(8) Master of Arts in Strategic Studies, Naval Postgraduate School.

(9) Strategic Studies Program, Command and General Staff College (CGSC).

(10) Strategic Studies Program, Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation.

(11) Art of War Scholars Program, CGSC.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any AOC. May only be awarded by:

(1) Active Component. Human Resources Command.

(2) National Guard:

(a) National Guard Bureau (NGB).

(b) State/Territory Adjutant General.

(3) U.S. Army Reserve:

(a) Human Resources Command.

(b) U.S. Army Reserve Command.

SI 7A — Physical Disability Adjudicator (PDA)

Code: 7AProponent: United States Army Physical Disability Agency (USPDA)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 7A. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the Adjudicator course conducted by the USAPDA under the auspices of HQ, USAPDA, 2900 Crystal Drive, Arlington.

c. Restrictions.

b. Qualifications.

Requires successful completion of the USACHCS Chaplaincy Resources Manager (CRM) course after June 2013 and:

(1) Contracting Officer Representative (COR) course, and

(2) Training and experience in the military system (OJT). Requires 1 year satisfactory service in an identified position to include service as a Government Purchase Card Billing Official (GPCBO) or Alternate Billing Official (ABO).

c. Restrictions.

For use with Chaplain Branch AOC (CPT and above) only.

d. Exceptions.

As an exception to policy and to maximize training opportunities in support of current and future operations, commanders may request training on a space available basis for CMF 56 officers in the ranks of CPT and above who are not programmed for an SI coded position through the appropriate changes to the Office of the Chief of Chaplains, Director, Sustainment and Information, ATTN: DACH-IS, 2700 Army Pentagon, Washington, DC 20310-

2700.

SI 7G — Red Team Leader (SOCAP)

Code: 7GProponent: USA Training and Doctrine Command

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions in COL/civilian equivalent and higher level commands/directorates/agencies requiring officers qualified as leader of a Red Team that provides organizations an independent capability to fully explore alternatives in plans, operations, concepts, organizations and capabilities in the context of the operational environment and from the perspectives of our partners, adversaries, and others.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed the Red Team Members Course (9E-SI/ASI7J/920-ASI7J), at the TRADOC G2, Ft Leavenworth, KS.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any officer AOC (CPT–COL).

SI 7H — Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Evaluation

Code: 7HProponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications to perform upper extremity evaluation and treatment.

b. Qualifications.

Requires completion of an approved advanced course in upper extremity evaluation and treatment or in hand rehabilitation. In addition, officers must be credentialed to perform in the role of primary upper extremity musculoskeletal evaluation and have 1 year of experience in these specialty areas. Must be CPT or above.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Occupational Therapy AOC 65A only. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI 7J — Red Team Member

Code: 7J (Eff 202410)Proponent: U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command

a. Description of positions.

The qualified decision-support Red Team Member applies a set of structured tools and techniques to probe plans for hidden weaknesses, identify unseen dangers and opportunities, and generate creative alternatives.

The goal of Red Teaming is to overcome cognitive errors such as groupthink and confirmation bias, which can impair the decision-making or critical thinking ability of an individual or organization, and account for the risk of civilian harm in strategic plans and operations.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed the Red Team Qualification Course to Mitigate Civilian Harm at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, or via mobile training team to be awarded ASI 7J.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any officer AOC (CPT–COL).

SI 7K — Advanced Marriage and Family Care Instruction Chaplain Competencies

Code: 7KProponent: Chief of Chaplains (CCH)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require advanced spiritual counseling skills in the field of marriage and family ministries, trauma care, and spiritual wholeness. Provides area support, expertise and instruction on Spiritual Counseling competencies for the Senior Chaplain, chaplain sections and unit ministry teams at their assigned or deployed locations.

b. Qualifications.

Requires:

(1) Completion of an 18 month post-graduate degree in clinical training focusing on the use of spiritual counseling to facilitate marriage and family, trauma and wholeness counseling

(2) Possession of license with Marriage and Family Therapy state board or equivalent. (Includes NMFT exam, approved supervision, counseling hours, licensing fees)

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 56A and 56D only.

SI 7M — Chaplain Comptroller

Code: 7MProponent: CCH

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require advanced skills at MACOM, HQDA and USACHCS. These include:

(1) Ability to issue guidance and instruction for development or religious program/budget requirements (appropriated and non-appropriated).

(2) Ability to coordinate/supervise preparation of religious program/budgets (appropriated and non-appropriated).

(3) Ability to monitor the implementation of religious program/budgets and exercise staff control over accounting and financial procedures in areas of responsibility.

(4) Ability to coordinate, evaluate, and conduct in-depth periodic review and analysis of religious programs, evaluating current procedures and organizational goals and objectives to ensure that proper directives and instruments or procedures are established.

(5) Ability to analyze total religious program/budget capabilities and recommend appropriate funding to implement approved programs.

b. Qualifications.

Requires demonstrated aptitude and completion of an accepted post-graduate degree and an approved Military Comptrollership Course prior to reporting for utilization assignment. Additionally, must have documented Evaluation Reports reflecting satisfactory service during the utilization assignment.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Chaplain Branch AOC (CPT and above) only. Application must be made through the supervisory chaplain by the end of the second year of the utilization or upon reassignment if less than 2 years.

SI 7P — Maxillofacial Prosthodontist

Code: 7P (Effective 202509)Proponent: Office of The Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 7P. For use with personnel only

b. Qualifications.

Requires a Dental Corps AOC of 63F (Prosthodontists) and have successfully completed a CODA accredited Maxillofacial Prosthetic Fellowship.

c. Restrictions.

For use personnel only for AOC 63F

SI 7Q — Training Development

Code: 7Q (Effective 202304)Proponent: Army University (ARMYU)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions associated with the analysis, design, development, testing, management, standardization and evaluation of instructional systems and methods.

Requires thorough familiarity with the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) model, usage of the U.S. Army Training Development Capability (TDC) tool.

Principal functions associated with training development positions include implementing the ADDIE model and using TDC to manage the training development effort and standardize training programs and products (job/task analysis, lesson plan development, Training Support Packages (TSP), Training Requirements Analysis System (TRAS) documents to include Individual Training Plan (ITP), Course Administrative Data (CAD), and Programs of Instruction (POI)).

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the Common Faculty Development – Developer Course (CFD-DC).

c. Restrictions.

(1) Positions. For use with any AOC by TRADOC commandants of the Army service schools and other training facilities.

(2) Personnel. Individuals can have no record of conviction by special or general courts-martial or civilian courts of offenses listed in AR 27-10 (Military Justice), chapter 24 or otherwise be required to register as a sexual offender under AR 27-10, chapter 24.

SI 7R — Advanced Critical Care Instruction Chaplain Competencies

Code: 7RProponent: Chief of Chaplains

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require advanced chaplain professional competencies in critical spiritual care for various ministry settings, which include highly vulnerable populations, populations exposed to intense trauma or contexts requiring special liaison with medical professionals.

Assignments include medical unit assignments, CID Groups and Battalions, Military Police Internment/Resettlement Battalions, and Military Confinement Centers.

Provides area support, expertise, and instruction on spiritual care and development of spiritual care competencies for the Senior Chaplain, chaplain sections and unit ministry teams at their assigned or deployed locations.

b. Qualifications.

Requires:

(1) Completion of a Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Resident Course (5G-CPE-7R) [including 4 units of Association of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) accredited CPE] or equivalency granted by Department of Army Chaplain – Personnel (DACH-PER), under recommendation from the Dean of Graduate School for Army Chaplain Corps Professional Development (GSACCPD).

(2) Possession/completion of an advanced professional degree (e.g. Ph.D., Doctor of Ministry, or Ed.D.) in a related field or chaplaincy Professional/Board Certification.

c. Restrictions.

b. Qualifications:

(1) Must be a clinical psychologist or forensic psychiatrist and have successfully completed Phase I & Phase II of the Behavioral Science Consultation Team Training Course (6A-F16/302-F28).

Identifies positions which require advanced knowledge and experience in veterinary global health engagement competencies.

b. Qualifications.

Requires successful completion of:

(1) Field Veterinary Global Health Engagement Specialist SI.

(2) Successful completion of the following courses from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Engagement Certificate Program:

(a) Global Health 1: Fundamentals of Global Health (PMO 528)

(b) Global Health 2: Advanced Concepts in Global Health (PMO 539)

(3) Demonstration of veterinary global health engagement competencies by participating in the execution of at least one global health engagement activity in one of the five following engagement categories:

(a) Animal Health Systems

(b) Food Safety Systems

(d) Foreign Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Preparedness

(e) Veterinary Civic Action Programs

(4) Demonstration of veterinary global health engagement competencies by completing at least 12 weeks of cumulative global health engagement experience in one or more of the following categories:

(a) Global Health Engagement Operational Experience

(b) Expeditionary Operational Experience

c. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 64 (Veterinary Corps) in the grades of O4-O6. Qualified Officers should send course completion transcripts, Veterinary GHE Specialist SI application, ORB, and DA 4187 signed by their unit commander to US Army Human Resources Command, ATTN: Health Services Division, Veterinary Corps Branch (AHRC-OPH-V). The Veterinary Corps Branch Chief, HRC will be the approval authority.

SI 8H — Clinical Investigation and Research Regulatory Oversight

Code: 8HProponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions and personnel requiring special knowledge in the application of regulations governing clinical and laboratory research.

b. Qualifications.

AMEDD officers who have completed the following can be considered:

(1) Formal Education: Professional (Doctoral) level degree in medicine, biomedical research and other clinical healthcare research related fields (MD, PhD, DVM, DDS, DPT, ODT DSc, PharmD).

(2) Documented experience in at least one of the following 4 categories:

(a) Investigator

1. Completion of a clinical or animal research project as a Principal Investigator, or

2. Completion of 3 or more clinical or animal research projects as an Associate Investigator

(b) Institutional Review Board (IRB) member

1. IRB member for at least 2 years, or

2. IRB chair for at least 6 months

(c) One year of staff experience in a human research protection activity, such as Army Department of Clinical Investigation, Office of Research Protections, or Human Research Protection Office

(d) Completion of formal training in clinical research, such as Clinical Research Fellowship at Brook Army Medical Center, Clinical Pharmacology Fellowship at WRAIR, Clinical Investigation Certificate Program at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, or other training deemed comparable by the Proponent

(3) Knowledge and proficiency in the application of research regulations. Documentation of knowledge and proficiency can be demonstrated by addressing the following areas:

(a) federal regulations governing the conduct of research (Health and Human Services, Department of Defense, and Army)

(b) defining human subject research and applying exemptions

(d) assuring and documenting informed consent

(e) ensuring privacy and confidentiality

(f) requirements for IRB approval of protocols

(g) requirements for IRB administration and operation

(h) special considerations for research enrolling vulnerable populations, conducted in educational settings or at non-United States locations, research using the internet, historical records, or genetics-based data, using Federal Drug Administration regulated products or devices, defining characteristics of Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement versus human subjects research.

(i) ethical principles of a human research protection program. Documentation of Collaborative Institutional Review Board Initiative training, and IRB 101 and 102 training sponsored by professional organizations such as the Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research and certification as an IRB professional by a recognized agency are supportive.

(j) Officers should submit a memorandum of request thru Office of The Surgeon General ATTN: Human Resources Directorate, 7700 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22042; For Human Resource Command, AHRC-OPH-C, 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue, Fort Knox, KY 40122.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any AMEDD AOC only. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI 8J — Master Resilience Trainer-Facilitator

Code: 8JProponent: HQDA DCS-G3/5/7

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI.

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 8J. The SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Description of Requirements.

Students who attend the ten day MRT Course are assessed objectively (depth of knowledge through written checks on learning and Q&A, use of MRT lexicon, performance oriented practical exercises), and subjectively (through class participation, presentation style and motivation) by the MRT training team.

Students who excel in the MRT course are invited to attend the five day MRT Facilitator Course. This next level course trains selected MRTs to assist the Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Program in the delivery of training at the MRT Course.

The Facilitator’s role is to assist the MRT Trainer in managing the breakout classroom environment (timing, capturing learning points from students, etc).

The MRT-F generates discussions for students with a ratio of 1:6 to teach, learn and the application of the 12 skills. The MRT-F Course is designed to build the MRT’s depth of knowledge and develop a facilitation style that maximizes the MRT learning environment.

The MRT-F graduates are not qualified to do anything different at the unit level, however, as a result of having a greater exposure to the MRT curriculum, MRT facilitators could be used to guide resilience programs at higher echelons.

Facilitators are not authorized to conduct MRT courses that train certified MRTs or award the 8R ASI. The MRT’s can only be certified by HQDA DCS G-3/5/7 DAMO CSFF.

c. Prerequisites.

Must successfully complete the SI 8R ten day course at the (a) University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia; (b) Leader Development Division, Fort Jackson, SC, or Fort McCoy, Wisconsin and Fort Custer, Michigan for the National Guard and Reserve or at (d) various installations by Mobile Training Teams (CONUS or OCONUS).

d. Qualifications.

1. Must successfully complete the Master Resilience Trainer 9E-SI 8R Course.

2. Selected by Master Resilience Trainer Course Leadership and DAMO-CSFF.

3. Must have six months of Master Resilience Trainer experience.

4. Must successfully complete an additional five day Master Resilience Trainer-Facilitator Course 5K-F40/520-F13 at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, or Leader Development Division Fort Jackson, SC.c. Restrictions. For use with personnel only. For use with officers in any AOC in grades O3-O5.

SI 8K — Master Resilience Trainer-Assistant Primary Instructor (API)

Code: 8KProponent: HQDA DCS-G3/5/7

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 8K. The SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Description of Requirements.

The MRT API Course is offered to MRT-F’s who excel in their role as facilitators by demonstrating a significant depth of knowledge for the MRT materials, are exceptionally confident, have a personable presentation style and also possess a high degree of motivation .

The five day MRT–API course prepares the graduate to assist Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness in the delivery of the MRT course. The MRT-API leads breakout group instructions during the ten day MRT Course.

An MRT-API primary role is to lead practical exercises and reinforce the key principles taught during the large group portion of the course with a ratio of 1:30 students per breakout group.

The MRT-API curriculum focuses on building the students depth of knowledge by covering the research behind the Penn Resilience Project and the field of Positive Psychology. This course is by selection only.

c. Prerequisites.

(1) Must successfully complete the SI 8R ten day course at the (a) University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia; (b) Leader Development Division, Fort Jackson, SC, or Fort McCoy, Wisconsin and Fort Custer, Michigan for the National Guard and Reserve or at (d) various installations by Mobile Training Teams (CONUS or OCONUS).

2. Must successfully complete an additional five day MRT Facilitator Course at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia or Leader Development Division Fort Jackson, SC.

d. Qualifications.

1. Must successfully complete the Master Resilience Trainer Course 9E-SI 8R/920-SI 8R Course.

2. Master Resilience Trainer-Facilitator (MRT-F) 5K-F40/520-F13.

3. Selected by MRT Course Leadership and Department of the Army Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness (DAMO-CSFF).

4. Must successfully complete an additional five day MRT Course at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

5. Must have at least six months of MRT-F experience and/or trained three classes as a MRT-Facilitator. Restrictions. For use with personnel only. For use with officers in any AOC in grades O3-O5.

SI 8L — Master Resilience Trainer-Primary Instructor

Code: 8LProponent: HQDA DCS-G3/5/7

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 8L. The SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Description of Requirements.

The MRT PI is the lead instructor for the MRT course. The PI is responsible for plenary session instruction and oversees breakout group instruction.

The PI, presents key material, debriefs exercises that were completed in breakout groups, maintains appropriate balance among didactic presentation, experiential learning and consolidation of the material and sets the overall tone of the class.

The PI is responsible for creating a positive, reflective and energetic learning environment in the plenary room and consistency of instruction in the breakout groups.

The PI provides leadership for his/her team of trainers and facilitators and ensures the smooth delivery of training in order to optimize participants’ absorption of the material.

Selectees will have completed all previous levels of training and gained experience at each level. They must have mastery of the MRT curriculum; a strong teaching skill set, and extensive knowledge of the Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Program.

The ten day Primary Instructor Course is intense and consists of didactics and practical exercises, as well as student led instruction in order to demonstrate depth of content knowledge and teaching ability with a ratio of 1:120 students per class.

c. Prerequisites.

1. Must successfully complete the SI 8R ten day course at the (a) University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia; (b) Leader Development Division, Fort Jackson, SC, or Fort McCoy, Wisconsin and Fort Custer, Michigan for the National Guard and Reserve or at (d) various installations by Mobile Training Teams (CONUS or OCONUS).2. Master Resilience Trainer-Facilitator (MFT-F) 5K-F40/520-F13.

3. Master Resilience Trainer-Assistant Primary Instructor (API).

d. Qualifications.

1. Must successfully complete the Master Resilience Trainer-Assistant Primary Instructor course.

2. Must be selected by the MRT Course Leadership and Department of the Army Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness (DAMO-CSFF) Director.

3. Must successfully complete an additional ten day Master Resilience Trainer-Primary Instructor Course at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

4. Must have a minimum of six months of the Master Resilience Trainer-Assistant Primary Instructor experience and/or trained at least six classes as a Master Resilience Trainer-Assistant Primary Instructor.

d. Restrictions.

For use with personnel only. For use with officers in any AOC in grades O3-O5.

SI 8R — Master Resilience Trainer (MRT)

Code: 8RProponent: HQDA Army G-3/5/7 (DAMO-CSFF)

Special designation: Professional development proficiency code (PDPC) SI

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI 8R. SI is for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

PDPC SI 8R. Must successfully complete the ten day Master Resilience Training Course (MRTC) conducted under the auspices of HQDA G-3/5/7 (DAMO-CSFF) at either:

(1) Under contract at the University of Pennsylvania.

Code: 8XProponent: APPD

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which requires Army Medical Department (AMEDD) officers (in the acquisition workforce) requiring qualifications in AMEDD defense acquisition for AMEDD acquisition career development.

Position coding applies to all AMEDD acquisition positions approved by the HQDA, AHRC AMEDD Military Acquisition Position List Review Board.

The AMEDD acquisition officer workforce consists of officers in the grade of 2LT and above, in the Medical Corps, Medical Service Corps, Veterinary Corps, Army Medical Specialist Corps, Army Nurse Corps, and Dental Corps involved in the acquisition functions of acquisition logistics; auditing; business cost estimating; financial management; communications-computer systems; contracting (including construction); industrial and/or contract property management; manufacturing and production (including quality assurance); program management; purchasing, systems planning; research; development and engineering; test and evaluation (Refer to Defense Acquisition University Course Catalog, chapter 4); and logistical contract internships.

b. Qualifications.

Skill Identifier will be awarded by HQDA, AHRC upon an AMEDD officer being identified in the AMEDD acquisition workforce. At a minimum an officer should:

(1) Possess a baccalaureate degree or higher in technical, scientific or managerial field; and

(2) Appropriate MEL.

c. Restrictions.

Skill Identifier (SI) can only be awarded to an officer in the AMEDD acquisition workforce by the Commander, Human Resources Command-Fort Knox. Request for additions or changes to SI will be in the form of a memorandum submitted through the requestor’s major command to AMEDD Personnel Proponent Directorate, ATTN: MCCS-DO, Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234-6175.

SI 8Z — Medical Research, Development, Test and Evaluation

Code: 8ZProponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in research development, test, and evaluation.

b. Qualifications.

(1) The Surgeon General or the Chief, Health Services Division, Human Resources Command, will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

(2) Graduate degree in a relevant research discipline (master’s degree with thesis, Army Physical Therapy Master’s Program or Ph.D.).

Code: 9I (Effective 202212)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in developing Medical, Veterinary and Medical Research Facility Planning Concepts, understanding Facility Life Cycle and Construction Management and the ability to translate medical requirements to engineering and architectural concepts. Provides facilities planning services to applicable commanders.

b. Qualification.

(1) Active-Duty Officers: Award of the skill for Active Duty Officers is satisfied through successful completion of the Health Facility Planner Internship program plus completion of two years in a Health Facility assignment or possess a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management or Health Administration plus one year of Health Facility assignment experience; or, successfully complete three years in two or more Health Facility Planning assignments.

(2) Reserve Officers: Award of the skill for Reserve Officers is satisfied through possession of a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management or Health Administration and complete either two years mobilization or four honorable years of continuous Individual Mobilization Augmentee service in Health Facility Planning assignments. Reserve Officer civilian-acquired work experience may also be considered for award of SI.

c. Request for award: Requests for approval for award of the SI will be forwarded to: Assistant Chief of Staff for Facilities (ACSFAC), 7700 Arlington Blvd, Suite 5147, Falls Church, VA 22042.

(Defense Health Headquarters (DHHQ), ATTN: Asst Chief of Staff for Facilities (ACSFAC) Building 7700 Arlington BLVD Falls Church, VA 22042).

d. Restrictions

1. For use with Positions and Personnel in AOC 70K67.

2. For use with Personnel only in AOC 67J and 70B

SI A4 — Military Mountaineer

Code: A4 (Effective 202510)Proponent: U.S. Army Infantry School (USAIS)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI A4. For use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

(1) On or After 1 January 2009, must graduate Basic Military Mountaineer Course (071-SQIE) taught under the auspices of the United States Army Infantry School.

SI B4 — UH-72A Pilot

Code: B4Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Warfighting Center

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in the UH-72A helicopter.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Individuals must have successfully completed qualification training in the UH-72A helicopter per AR 95-1.

(2) Active Component individuals selected for this training must have completed a utilization tour in their primary advanced aircraft.

(3) Reserve Component individuals must complete IERW training.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any rated aviator AOC.

SI C1 — Cyber Leader Development Program (CLDP)

Code: C1Proponent: Army Cyber Institute United States Military Academy (West Point) (MASP-CYB)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified with SI C1

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the following under the auspices of United States Military Academy, West Point

(1) Officer must have a major or minor in a cyber-related discipline such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, System Engineering (with a focus on cyber security), or Mathematical Sciences (with a focus in cryptography and discrete mathematics).

(2) Be a U.S. citizen and be eligible for a Top Secret security clearance.

(3) Must have participated in at least one cyber-related internship or USMA Academic Individual Advanced Development (AIAD) opportunity lasting at least three weeks. These include cyber security-related internships with National Security Agency, U.S. Cyber Command, U.S. Army Cyber Command, a private-sector organization or national laboratory such as MIT Lincoln Laboratory.

(4) Must have regularly participated in an extracurricular cyber security club or study group for a cumulative two academic years. At West Point, these include the USMA chapter of the Association of Computing Machinery’s Special Interest Group on Security, Audit, and Control (ACM SIGSAC), or the Cadet Competitive Cyber Team (C3T).

Participation includes attending most meetings or gatherings and attending trips sponsored by these organizations. To fulfill this requirement, participants should also help provide content (such as research papers, lab exercises, presentations, or software tools) and present classes or research appropriate to the organization.

(5) Attend at least one cyber security training opportunity or conference from the lists provide at enclosure 1 (or a comparable security training event or conference) while enrolled in the CLDP program.

(6) Participated in a significant cyber security-related capstone project or event as part of their security studies. Examples of such an event could include a semester-long senior capstone project (either individually or with a group), a thesis as part of a college graduation requirement, or a major team-based cyber security competition such as the NSA- sponsored Cyber Defense Exercise or the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition.

c. Certification requirements:

(1) Endorsement of local program coordinator and approval of the Director, Army Cyber Institute. To be awarded an SI, program coordinators must route a letter or memorandum endorsing each candidate to the Director of the Army Cyber Institute.

The endorsement should include a listing of the program requirements completed by the candidate, in the form of curriculum vitae or resume, and a recommendation to the ACI Director describing why candidate would make a good Army cyber leader.

Since a solid ethical foundation is required for leader in the cyber domain, this endorsement must include an assessment of the candidate’s moral character.

(2) Applicants may provide summaries of other activities that support the application, such as certifications, professional reading, self-study, and independent research. These will all be considered in the holistic assessment of the candidate.

For use with any AOC.

SI C8 — ADAM/BAE Cell Air-Ground Integration

Code: C8 (Effective 201710)Proponent: U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery School

a. Description of positions.

Designates Captain and Major positions in Air Defense Airspace Management (ADAM) and Brigade Aviation Element (BAE) Crews. Officers must perform continuous planning and execution of Airspace Management and Air Ground Integration within Army, and Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational (JIIM) Environments.

b. Qualifications.

Officers must have successfully completed:

(1) Course 2G-F97/043-F18, ADA Airspace Coordination Digital (prior to FY13) or

(2) Course 2C-F109/556-F1, Brigade Aviation Element (prior to FY13) or

(3) Course 2G-F110/043-F33, ADAM/BAE Air Ground Integration (prior to FY18) or

(4) Course 2G-SIC8/ASIC8/043-ASIC8 ADAM/BAE Cell Air-Ground Integration

Code: D3Proponent: Army Futures Command, Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AFC-AI2C)

a. Description of positions.

Data Engineers focus directly on the transportation, transformation and storage of data. They provide organized, consistent data flow to enable data-driven work such as training machine learning models and doing exploratory analysis.

Data Engineers are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to develop the layers of technology involved in the next generation of massive information system deployments and analyze the data those systems generate.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the curriculum and graduate from the master degree program(s) aligned with the Data Engineer pathway of the AI2C Artificial Intelligence Scholar Program (AISP).

This curriculum is currently administered through Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science and confers a Master of Computational Data Science degree however can be expanded to include any AI2C designated university providing Data Engineer graduate level instruction under the AISP.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. Used with any AOC.

SI D4 — Data Analyst

Code: D4Proponent: Army Futures Command, Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AFC-AI2C)

a. Description of positions.

Data Analysts are individuals who have special knowledge at the intersection of analytics, data, programming, machine learning, algorithms and models. Data Analysts will explore the data and products and will perform exploratory data analysis, compare data models, choose algorithms and provide insights and decision support based on this work.

b. Qualifications.

Code: E5Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Warfighting Center

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in the C-12 aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have successfully completed qualification in the C-12 aircraft under AR 95-1.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation), FA 51 with Branch in the secondary (51×15) and AOC 67J only.

SI E9 — Arctic Leader

Code: E9 (Modified 202305)Proponent: 11th Airborne Division (11 ABN DIV)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions for this SI. The Arctic Leader’s role is to effectively plan and conduct operations in an extreme cold weather environment.

Personnel will be trained in extreme cold weather survival techniques, effects of extreme cold on personnel and material, use of extreme cold weather clothing and equipment, winter field craft, snowshoe/ski techniques, extreme cold/winter region navigation and route planning.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must have completed the following:

(1) Identifies positions requiring Soldiers trained to serve as an Observer Controller Trainer (OC/T) and manage the day-to-day operations of regiment, group, brigade, battalion command posts.

(2) ASI may be associated with positions in grade O3-O6 as follows: G1/S1, G2/S2, G3/S3, G4/S4, G5/S5, G6/S6 positions in Battalion, Brigade, Group, or Regiment level TOE units.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully be a graduate of CONUS Training Center, OCONUS Training Center, or First Army Observer Controller Training Academy.

c. Restrictions.

(1) Personnel. May be awarded to qualified Officers in grades O3-O6 in any AOC/FA.

(2) Positions. For use with any AOC/FA at grades O3-O6 per description of positions above.

SI G3 — Air Cavalry Leaders Course (ACLC)

Code: G3Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a Soldier to complete the Air Cavalry Leaders Course at the Army Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker Alabama. Individuals are Apache Aviators and UAS technicians, and Operators who will gain additional skills in specific areas of air ground Reconnaissance and Security missions.

b. Qualifications.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Individual must possess an aeronautical designation and have successfully completed the United States Army Safety Center’s (ASC) resident course, or

(2) Possess an aeronautical designation and have successfully completed the USASC ASO correspondence course to include a two-week resident phase at USASC, or

(3) Possess an aeronautical designation and have successfully completed a combination of the U.S. Army Safety Center (USASC) Accident Prevention and Naval Postgraduate School (NPGS) Aviation Safety Officer Course.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation), FA 40 and 51 with Branch 15 in the secondary (51×15) and AOC 67J only.

SI G9 — Multi-Aircraft Aviation Officer

Code: G9Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Warfighting Center

a. Description of positions.

a. Identifies command and staff flight positions in multi-aircraft TOE/MTOE organizations requiring an officer aviator qualified in one or more of the organic, subordinate, or supported unit aircraft. May be used to code positions in:

(1) Aviation Battalion/Squadron Headquarters with multiple helicopter types in organic companies.

(2) Air Traffic Services Company/Battalion/Group Headquarters.

(3) Aviation Brigade/Group/Regiment Headquarters with multiple helicopter types in subordinate units.

(4) Division and Echelons above Division.

(5) Aviation Support Battalions (ASB), Maintenance Company.

b. TDA USAR Support Groups.

(1) Operational Support Airlift Command/Agency.

(2) Theater Aviation Sustainment Maintenance Group (TASMG).

b. Qualifications.

Individuals assigned to these positions must have successfully completed qualification in one or more of the organic, subordinate or supported unit aircraft under the provisions of AR 95-1.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation) and AOC 43A positions only. Not for use with personnel classification.

SI H8 — Pulmonary Officer – CCM Physicians

Code: H8 (Effective 202410)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Examines, diagnoses, and treats or recommends course of treatment for adult patients, with particular emphasis on diseases of the respiratory system and tuberculosis.

b. Qualifications.

Must have specialty training in this field at a level that is recognized by the OTSG and have had adequate training or professional experience in this specialized field of Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine sufficient to meet minimum requirements established by DA.

Must have Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy degree (DO) from a school acceptable to DA. Non-CCM trained officers will remain as AOC 61FH8 Pulmonary and 61F Internal Medicine.

c. Restrictions.

For use with 61F and 60X AOC for both Critical Care Medicine Structure and Personnel obtaining Pulmonary Fellowship certification in accordance with the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education standards. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI I1 — Reserve Component Combat Arms Specialized Training

Code: I1Proponent: Army G-3 (DAMO-TRI)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI I1. SI for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed one of the below listed courses to meet a specific combat arms mobilization qualification. Course/Proponent School/AOC

(1) Scout Leader (2E-F137/521-F2)/Armor School/Any Branch 11, 13, 15, 19, 21, 35 series AOC.

(2) Sapper Leader (2E-F73/030-F3)/Engineer School/AOC 21A, 21B and 21D.

(3) Urban Mobility Breaching (4A-F11/030-F11)/Engineer School/AOC 21A, 21B and 21D.

(4) Area Clearance (4A-F14/030-F16)/Engineer School/AOC 21A, 21B and 21D.

(5) IED Defeat T3 (9E-F21/920-F10)/Engineer School/Any AOC.

(6) Military Search/Advisor (9E-F24/920-F16)/Engineer School/ AOC 21A, 21B and 21D.

(7) Route Reconnaissance/Clearance Operations (4A-F15/030-F17)/Engineer School/Any AOC.

(8) Route Reconnaissance/Clearance Sapper (4A-F13/030-F18)/Engineer School/ AOC 21A, 21B and 21D.

(9) Joint Operational Fire and Effects (2E-F229/250-F55)/Field Artillery School/AOC 13A and 40A.

(10) Aviation Safety Officer Advanced (7K-F21)/Combat Readiness Center/Branch 15 and AOC 67J.

c. Restrictions.

For use with officer AOC as designated for personnel only.

d. Termination.

ASI I1 will terminate effective October 2017 unless approved for continuance by Army G-1 (DAPE- PRP).

SI I2 — Reserve Component Combat Support Specialized Training

Code: I2Proponent: Army G-3 (DAMO-TRI)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI I2. SI for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed one of the below listed courses to meet a specific combat support mobilization qualification. Course/Proponent School/MOS

(1) Special Reaction Team (7H-F17/830-F12)/Military Police School/AOC 31A.

(2) Protective Services Training and Anti-Terrorism Driving (7H-F18/830-F13)/Military Police School/AOC 31A.

(3) Unit Anti-Terrorism Advisor/Military Police School/Any AOC.

(4) High Risk Personnel Security (920-F12 MTT-A/G)/Military Police School/Any AOC.

(5) Evasive Vehicle Operations GO/Selected (1A-F3(CT))/Military Police School/Any AOC.

(6) Enhanced Position Location Reporting System (EPLRS) Planners (4C-F57/201-F9)/Signal School/AOC 25A.

(7) Intelligence In Combating Terrorism (3C-F14/244-F8)/Military Intelligence School/Any AOC.

(8) Middle East Orientation (SOED-MEOC)/Hurlburt Field AFB/Any AOC.

c. Restrictions.

For use with officer AOC as designated above for personnel only.

d. Termination.

SI I2 will terminate effective October 2017 unless approved for continuance by Army G-1 (DAPE-PRP).

SI I3 — Reserve Component Combat Service Support Specialized Training

Code: I3Proponent: Army G-3 (DAMO-TRI)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI I3. SI for use with personnel only.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed one of the below listed courses to meet a specific combat service support mobilization qualification. Course/Proponent School/AOC

(1) Contracting Officer Representative (ALMC-CL)/Army Logistics Management College/Any AOC.

(2) Defense Packaging of Hazardous Materials for Transportation (8B-F7)/Ordnance School/Any AOC.

(3) Transportation Coordinators Automated Information for Movement System (TC-AIMS) II Functional User (8C- F33/553-F15)/Transportation School/Any AOC.

(4) Transportation Coordinators Automated Information for Movement System (TC-AIMS) II System Administrator (8C-F35/ 55-F17)/Transportation School/Any AOC.

(5) Technical Transportation of Hazardous Material (LTC-014)/ NGPEC Camp Robinson, AR/Any AOC.

(6) Unit Movement Officer Deployment Planning (8C-F17/553-F5)/Transportation School/Any AOC.

c. Restrictions.

For use with officer AOC as designated above for personnel only.

d. Termination.

SI I3 will terminate effective October 2017 unless approved for continuance by Army G-1 (DAPE-PRP).

SI J1 — Arctic Skills Specialist

Code: J1 (Modified 202305)Proponent: 11th Airborne Division (11 ABN DIV)

a. Description of position.

There are no positions for this SI. The Arctic Skills Specialist’s role is to maintain efficiency and knowledge within units in extreme cold weather, mountainous, and high latitude environments.

Personnel will be trained in the Cold Weather Indoctrination and Certification (CWIC) program, field exercises and day-to-day duties. CWIC levels I, II and III will be successfully completed.

This entails CWIC I given during in-processing and annually on extreme cold weather, mountainous, and high latitude survival techniques, effects of extreme cold on personnel and material, use of extreme cold weather clothing and equipment, winter field craft, snowshoe/ski techniques, extreme cold/winter region navigation and route planning.

CWIC II must be completed prior to the end of the 1st Quarter in the fiscal year during winter months when the temperature is 10 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.

It consists of two nights: night one bivouac in a heated shelter typically used in the field (tent and heater) and night two bivouac in an improvised, unheated shelter using only issued clothing and sGragg-Adamsp system in duration of at least eight hours each.

CWIC III is a Brigade or Battalion certifying event where the unit exercises its METL tasks and must be completed in the winter months before the end of the 1st Quarter.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must have completed the following:

(a) Successfully complete 24 months in an active duty, Army Reserve or National Guard capacity in any area of concentration (AOC) while assigned to an Alaska unit and not have any adverse action during assignment.

(b) Within the period of assignment in (a) above, must complete CWIC levels I, II and III.

(c) Must have a current valid Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), or appropriate service fitness test and meet height/weight standards.

(d) Approval and Removal Authority: The first O5/LTC in the Soldier’s chain of command must certify that the requirements in b (1) have been met and approve action.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC.

d. Exceptions: As an exception for award.

(1) Awarded upon departure from an Alaska unit.

(2) Soldier must be in good standing and display great potential for future Alaska assignments.

(3) Be recommended by the first Lieutenant Colonel in the Soldier’s chain of command stationed in Alaska.

(4) All requests for SI J1 must be processed through the Battalion S1.

SI J4 — Jedburgh Operator

Code: J4 (Effective 202210)Proponent: USA John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring officers who are Jedburgh qualified to operate in an Operational Detachment G and H.

b. Qualifications.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must be assigned to an Army Special Operations Aviation (ARSOA) unit and completed the appropriate ARSOA training course. Officer must be K4 qualified. Approval authority is Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO- GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

c. Revocation authority is Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(a) Civil convictions (regardless of an appeal pending resolution) for a felony offense or an offense involving moral turpitude or any other conviction for civil criminal offenses that result in suspended or unsuspended punishments of more than 6 months confinement or a fine exceeding $5,000.

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

(6) Officers who have previously served in a SOA unit and meet the above qualifications must contact the DCS G1, ATTN: AOAO-GPE, ARSOAC, Fort Bragg, NC 28310-9110 for award of the SI.

d. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 15B only.

SI K3 — Special Operations Aviation (SOA) MH-6 (Assault) Pilot

Code: K3 (Effective 202510 Personnel) (Effective 202610 Personnel and Positions)Proponent: U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in SOA mission and in the AH-6 (assault) aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

c. Revocation authority is Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

(6) Officers who have previously served in a SOA unit and meet the above qualifications must contact the DCS G1, ATTN: AOAO-GPE, ARSOAC, Fort Bragg, NC 28310-9110 for award of the SI.

d. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 15B only.

SI K4 — Special Operations Aviation (SOA)

Code: K4Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring aviator personnel qualified in SOA mission and specially modified aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have been accepted by an Army Special Operations Aviation (ARSOA) unit and completed the appropriate ARSOA training course.

The appropriate battalion-level or above Commander with knowledge of course completion is the approval authority for awarding of the SI K4. The approval authority’s S-1 will forward the DA Form 4187 to: Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

c. Revocation authority.

Revocation authority of the SI K4 is CG, ARSOAC. Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(a) Civil convictions (whether or not an appeal is pending resolution) for a felony offense or an offense involving moral turpitude or any other conviction for civil criminal offenses that result in suspended or unsuspended punishments of more than 6 months confinement or a fine in excess of $5,000.

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

d. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation).

SI K5 — MH-60 Pilot

Code: K5Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in the MH-60K, MH-60L, or MH-60M aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have been accepted by an Army Special Operations Aviation (ARSOA) unit and completed the appropriate ARSOA training course.

The appropriate battalion-level or above Commander with knowledge of course completion is the approval authority for awarding of the ASI K5. The approval authority’s S-1 will forward the DA Form 4187 to: Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

c. Revocation authority.

Revocation authority of the SI K5 is CG, ARSOAC. Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

d. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation) only.

SI K6 — MH-47 Pilot

Code: K6Proponent: U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in the MH-47E or MH-47G aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

Individuals must have been accepted by an Army Special Operations Aviation (ARSOA) unit and completed the appropriate ARSOA training course.

The appropriate battalion-level or above Commander with knowledge of course completion is the approval authority for awarding of the SI K6. The approval authority’s S-1 will forward the DA Form 4187 to: Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

c. Revocation authority.

Revocation authority of the SI K6 is CG, ARSOAC. Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

d. Restrictions.

For use with Branch 15 (Aviation) only.

SI K7 — Special Operations Aviation (SOA) MH-60 (Assault) Pilot

Code: K7 (Effective 202510 Personnel) (Effective 202610 Personnel and Positions)Proponent: U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in SOA mission and in the MH-60 (assault) aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

c. Revocation authority is Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

(6) Officers who have previously served in a SOA unit and meet the above qualifications must contact the DCS G1, ATTN: AOAO-GPE, ARSOAC, Fort Bragg, NC 28310-9110 for award of the SI.

d. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 15B only.

SI K8 — Special Operations Aviation (SOA) MH-60 Defensive Armed Penetrator (DAP) Pilot

Code K8 (Effective 202510 Personnel) (Effective 202610 Personnel and Positions)Proponent: U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring a pilot qualified in SOA mission and in the MH-60 (DAP) aircraft.

b. Qualifications.

c. Revocation authority is Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE), Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

Commanders may request revocation for the following reasons:

(1) Indefinite suspension of flying status, IAW AR 600-105;

(2) Failure to maintain appropriate security clearance;

(3) Failure to fulfill professional requirements or are found unsuitable, as evidenced by any of the following (not all inclusive):

(b) Initiation of any adverse administrative elimination action.

(d) Any other act or series of acts inconsistent with the integrity, professionalism, and conduct required of an ARSOA Aviator.

(4) At any time in the first year after graduating from the qualifying ARSOA training course, the officer requests reassignment outside the ARSOA.

(5) Requests for revocation will be forwarded through the first Colonel in the chain of command to Cdr, ARSOAC (AOAO-GPE) Fort Bragg, NC 28310.

(6) Officers who have previously served in a SOA unit and meet the above qualifications must contact the DCS G1, ATTN: AOAO-GPE, ARSOAC, Fort Bragg, NC 28310-9110 for award of the SI.

d. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 15B only.

SI K9 — Special Operations Support

Code: K9Proponent: United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for this SI is (for personnel only).

b. Qualifications.

Must have completed the following:

(1) Successfully complete 22 months in an active-duty capacity in any area of concentration (AOC) with a Special Operations Forces (SOF) designated unit USSOCOM, TSOC, USASOC, USASFC, USAJFKSWCS, USASOAC, USAMISOC, 95th CA Bde, or 528th Sustainment Bde) or a 12-month SOF deployment.

(2) Army Reserve or National Guard officers must meet the same qualifications but require a cumulative 22 months of assignments in a SOF designated unit or a 12-month SOF deployment.

(3) Must be airborne qualified.

(4) Must have a current APFT and meet height/weight standards.

(5) Approval and Removal Authority: Must be approved by the first ARSOF O6/COL in the chain of command or O6/COL commander assigned to USASOC.

(6) Officers who have previously served in a SOF unit and meet the above qualifications must contact the DCS G1, ATTN: AOPE-MPD, US Army Special Operations Command, 2929 Desert Storm Dr, Fort Bragg, NC 28310-9110 for award of the SI.

c. Restrictions.

For use with any AOC authorized in a SOF unit except AOC 18A, AOC 37A or AOC 38A.

SI L1 — Level I Administrative Law Practitioner

Code: L1 (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to table 4-4

SI L2 — Level II Administrative Law Practitioner

Code: L2 (Effective 202409)Proponent: The Judge Advocate General

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Identifies positions for Officers requiring qualifications as Joint Fires Observer. Officers will be assigned to positions in an IBCT, SBCT, BFSB and Recon Squadron.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Joint Fires Course at either:

(1) U.S. Army Field Artillery Center, Ft Sill, OK.

(2) Einsiedlerhof, Germany.

(3) Various Mobile Training Team (MTT) locations.

c. Restrictions.

(1) Position coding. For use with AOC 13A in grade LT only.

(2) Personnel classification. For use with AOC 13A only.

SI L8 — Joint Operational Fires and Effects (JOFE)

Code: L8 (Rescind 202610)Proponent: Commander, U.S Army Field Artillery Center

a. Description of positions.

Identifies personnel from all services, ABCA countries and other government agencies that have the baseline knowledge required to integrate, coordinate and synchronize the full range of joint fires and effects, including lethal and non-lethal fires.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Joint Operational Fires and Effects Course at either:

(1) U.S. Army Field Artillery Center, Ft Sill, OK.

(2) Ft Sill Center of Excellence (FCOE) approved Mobile training Team (MTT).

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 13A in grades CPT thru COL only.

SI L8 — Joint Operational Fires and Effects (JOFE)

Code: L8 (Effective 202610)Proponent: Commander, U.S Army Field Artillery Center

a. Description of positions.

Identifies personnel and positions that have the baseline knowledge required to integrate, coordinate, and synchronize the full range of joint fires and effects, including lethal and non-lethal fires.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Joint Operational Fires and Effects Course at either:

(1) U.S. Army Field Artillery Center, Ft Sill, OK.

(2) Ft Sill Center of Excellence (FCOE) approved Mobile training Team (MTT).

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with AOC 13A (grades O3-O6)

(2) Effective 202610 for use with AOC 14A (grades O3, O4), 15B (grades O3, O4), 17B (grades O3-O5), 27A (grades O3, O4), 30A (grades O3-O5), 35A (grades O3-O5), 37A (grades O4, O5), 38A (grade O4), 38S (grades O4, O5), 40A (grades O3-O5), 90A (grade O4), 02A (grade O4), 02B (grade O4)

SI M1 — Orthopedic Physician Assistant

Code: M1Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in orthopedics.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires 3 years’ experience as a physician assistant (PA) and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with additional training in a military orthopedic residency designed specifically for PA and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification, or;

(2) Reserve Component PA and civilian PA newly appointed on active duty with orthopedic experience and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification may be awarded SI M1 if they meet the following experience and core competencies requirements.

(a) Experience. Must provide documentation verifying they have worked full-time as an orthopedic surgical PA for 3 consecutive years within the last 5 years. Documentation must provide the following information:

1. Type of practice and specialty of the physicians.

2. Inpatient, surgical and outpatient duties.

3. Principle patient responsibilities.

4. Principle skills and procedures performed.

(b) Core competencies. Must submit verification of core competencies on the checklist approved by the PA Consultant to The Surgeon General. The checklist must be completed by the supervising physician and must verify the skills and knowledge the PA currently possesses.

(d) All PA’s are required to submit a copy of their following certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS).

(e) The packet must be reviewed and approved by an appointed 65D Consultant to The Surgeon General prior to being boarded and HRC-St Louis, Team AMEDD for final determination of the SI.

c. Restrictions.

For use with physician assistant AOC 65D only. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI M2 — Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Code: M2Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in emergency medicine.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires 3 years’ experience as a physician assistant (PA) and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with additional training in a military emergency medicine residency designed specifically for PA and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant certification.

(2) Reserve component PA and civilian PA appointed on active duty with emergency medicine experience and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification may be awarded SI M2 if they meet the following experience and core competencies requirements.

(a) Experience. Must provide documentation verifying they have worked full-time as an emergency medicine PA for 3 consecutive years within the last 5 years. Documentation must provide the following information:

1. Type of practice and specialty of the physicians.

2. Inpatient, surgical and outpatient duties.

3. Principle patient responsibilities.

4. Principle skills and procedures performed.

(e) The packet must be reviewed and approved by an appointed 65D consultant to The Surgeon General prior to being boarded and HRC-St Louis, Team AMEDD for final determination of the SI.

c. Restrictions.

For use with physician assistant AOC 65D only. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI M3 — Aviation Medicine Physician Assistant

Code: M3 (Effective 202410)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in aviation medicine.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree from a program accredited by ARC-PA, current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification and completion of the Aviation Medicine Basic Course at Ft Rucker, AL.

(2) Reserve Component PAs and civilian PAs appointed on active duty may be awarded the SI M3 with 3 years’ experience as a physician assistant and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and completion of the Aviation Medicine Basic Course at Ft Rucker, AL.

c. Restrictions.

For use with physician assistant AOC 65D only. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI M4 — Trauma Surgeon

Code: M4 (Effective 202310)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Positions that require special qualifications in managing, evaluating, and integrating the care of critical surgical care of critically ill patients with complex illness or injury, including multi-system organ failure. Physicians will support regional trauma systems as theater Trauma Medical Director, aero-medical evacuation and in theater resuscitation and stabilization.

b. Qualifications.

As a minimum, officers will be a certified 61J (General Surgeon) and have successfully completed at least 1-year Surgical Critical Care fellowship, and/or be Board eligible or Board certified in Surgical Critical Care.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 61J. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI M5 — Enroute Critical Care Nurse (ECCN)

Code: M5 (Effective 202311)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require advanced critical care transport knowledge and skills across a variety of casualty transport platforms which may include air, ground, ship, or other platforms of opportunity.

While authorized to transport from point of injury, the ECCN capability is optimized as an adjunct to the Critical Care Flight Paramedic or ground transportation medic when transporting complex polytrauma patients and hemodynamically fragile patients following damage control surgical and resuscitation procedure from Role 2 to 3 levels of medical care, and on fixed wing evacuation/transportation missions requiring enroute care of multiple critically ill or injured patients.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete all of the following:

(1) Must have 12 months of experience performing advanced critical care and resuscitation skills in the clinical setting of an Intensive Care Unit or Emergency Department.

(2) Must have successfully completed the Joint Enroute Care Course within the past two years. Officers must attend JECC every three years to maintain skill identifier qualification and clinical currency on updated transportation techniques.

(3) Must have a current Class 3 flight physical per AR 40-501.

c. Restrictions.

For use with the Army Nurse Corps AOCs 66S and 66T only.

SI M6 — Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) Psychologist

Code: M6 (Effective 202509)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in the psychological effects of SERE and the over-all experiences, treatment and handling of isolated personnel and their next of kin during survival, evasion, captivity, and reintegration process.

b. Qualifications.

Requires completion of a Department of Defense SERE Level C training course or its equivalent, with a minimum of an 80-hour course, and the Introduction to SERE Psychology Course developed by the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency.

Code: N1Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring special qualifications in aviation medicine health care practices.

b. Qualifications.

Army Nurse Corps officers who have completed the following:

(1) Masters of Science in the specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner.

(2) National Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

(3) Must be a graduate of the Army Flight Surgeon Primary Course.

c. Restrictions.

For use with Army Nurse Corps AOC 66P only.

SI N2 — Clinical Informatics Officer

Code: N2 (Eff 202210)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring special qualifications in clinical informatics (medical, dental, nursing, public health or other healthcare disciplines).

The clinical informatics specialty leverages the officer’s knowledge of clinical and business processes within health systems to optimize use of computer science, information systems, and related technology to promote health systems through clinical and business intelligence.

The focus of the graduate trained informatics officer is not the computer itself, or an individual piece of healthcare technology device, hardware, or software system.

As a functional advocate, consultant, liaison, and sponsor for the clinical end users, including service members, patients, caregivers, and healthcare industry best practices Clinical Informatics Officers administer and manage clinical functions, codify requirements to the Information Technology (IT) community; lead acquisitions; lead clinical system testing, implementation, training, and support; lead clinical systems adoption, human factors evaluation, and user integration; and lead system life cycle management and operation.

b. Qualifications.

AMEDD officers who have completed the following:

(1) Masters or Advanced Degree in Healthcare Informatics (clinical, health, medical, dental, nursing, public health or other healthcare disciplines).

Identifies positions requiring special knowledge in the application of behavioral science to complex legal and administrative matters.

b. Qualifications.

AMEDD officers who have completed the following:

(1) Formal Education:

(a) Professional (Doctoral) level degree in medicine or clinical psychology (MD/DO, PhD/PsyD).

(b) Completion of an approved post-graduate fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry or Forensic Psychology, or an equivalent combination of training and experience as determined by the OTSG Consultant for Forensic Psychiatry.

(2) Documented experience of at least one year in the practice of Forensic Psychiatry or Forensic Psychology in the military justice system, including fellowship experience.

(3) Knowledge and proficiency in the application of forensic behavioral science to military justice issues and complex administrative matters. Documentation of knowledge and proficiency can be demonstrated by addressing the following areas:

(a) provisions of the Uniformed Code of Military Justice and the Manual for Courts-Martial applicable to the practice of forensic behavioral science, including RCM 706, RCM 909, RCM 916, RCM 1102a, and MRE 513

(b) conducting evaluations of competency to stand trial and the lack of mental responsibility

(d) laws and regulations affecting the legal practice of behavioral health, including malpractice, confidentiality, and involuntary hospitalization

(e) assessment of civil capacities, including competency to manage finances, medical decision-making, and testamentary capacity

(f) threat assessments

(g) assessment of suitability for security clearance and other specialized or sensitive duties with special regulatory requirements

(h) ethical principles of military psychiatry and psychology

(4) Qualified Officers should send DA 4187request for award of SI must be submitted thru: Office of the Surgeon General, ATTN: Human Resources Directorate, 7700 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22042; to US Army Human Resources Command, ATTN: Health Services Division, Medical Service Corps Branch (AHRC-OPH-M) or Medical Corps Branch (AHRC-OPH-C), respectively, 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue, Fort Knox, KY 40122 for implementation.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 60W (Psychiatrist), SI 8C (Child Psychiatrist) and AOC 73B (Psychologist) only. The Surgeon General is the approval authority and will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI N6 — Pain Medicine

Code: N6 (Effective 201810)Proponent: Office of The Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in managing, evaluating, and integrating the care of patients with complex pain, including acute, chronic, and cancer pain.

Physicians will support acute peri-operative and chronic pain management in theater as well as participating in pain management planning for aero-medical evacuation.

Designated physicians will provide clinical, educational, and research expertise at Regional Interdisciplinary Pain Management Centers (RIPMCs), at Pain Management Fellowship training sites, and at additional sites with a significant pain management mission.

b. Qualifications.

Medical and Dental Corps Officers (60, 61 and 63 series) that have successfully completed a 1 year American College of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) fellowship in Pain Management and have board eligibility or certification.

For those officers with AOC 60N, proof of a one-year fellowship in Regional Anesthesia / Acute Pain Management will be recognized as equivalent since no ACGME board is currently offered.

Dental Officers (63 series) who complete a 2-year Oralfacial Pain Fellowship and have board eligibility or certification are also eligible. Qualified Officers should send DA 4187 request for award of SI must be submitted thru: Office of the Surgeon General, ATTN: Human Resources Directorate, 7700 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22042; to US Army Human Resources Command, ATTN: Health Services Division, Medical Corps Branch (AHRC-OPH-C) or Dental Corps Branch (AHRC- OPH-D), respectively, 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue, Fort Knox, KY 40122. The Surgeon General will approve and forward to the CG, Human Resources Command (AHRC-OPH-C), for award.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 60 Series, 61 Series and 63 Series.

SI N8 — Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP)

Code: N8 (Effective 202510)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI N8. For use with personnel only. Identifies advanced practice nursing personnel who possess special qualification in the care and management of emergency patients.

These personnel augment the emergency physician’s operational reach and cares for high volumes of patients requiring urgent and emergency care.

Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs) triage, perform complete physical examinations, analyze diagnostic tests, formulate treatment plans, implement plans of care, and collaborate with other health professionals and refer patients as appropriate.

b. Qualifications: Be able to perform duties described above and possess the following qualifications:

(1) Have a Master’s Degree or higher in nursing. Must be prepared and nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).

(2) Must be nationally certified as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP). ENP exam eligibility requires certified FNPs to meet one of the following training requirements:

1. Must have completed a training program through an approved, accredited graduate or post graduate ENP program or

2. Must have completed and approved advanced practice fellowship program in emergency care. The program will be accredited by approved national accrediting body.

(3) The provision of completing 2,000 direct, emergency care clinical practice hours as a Family Nurse Practitioner in the past five (5) years, will not meet eligibility requirements alone.

(4) ENPs are required to submit a copy of their following certifications: Emergency Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (ENP-BC) from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Board (AANPCB), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) (recommended), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS) (recommended).

(5) All packets must be reviewed and approved by the COMPO 1 appointed AN 66P and 66T Consultant to The Surgeon General. Approved memorandum for COMPO 1 and 3 will be routed to HRC, or to State OPM for COMPO 2 for SI award.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 66T for personnel only.

SI N9 — Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)

Code: N9 (Effective 202509)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI N9. For use with personnel only. Identifies duties of the advanced practice nursing personnel who possess special qualification in acute and critical patients.

These personnel extend the reach of critical care physicians and relieve procedural and patient management burdens of physicians caring for high volumes of critical patients.

When utilized for inpatient or outpatient care outside of the Intensive/Critical Care Unit (ICU/CCU) setting, ACNPs extend the reach of admitting physicians for the care of patients in inpatient units such as telemetry and critical care step-down units and various specialty outpatient clinics.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (ACNPs) are able to care for patients characterized as physiologically unstable, technologically dependent, and/or highly vulnerable to complications.

The range of care for ACNPs includes the provision of care to prevent disease as well as the acute and critical care management to stabilize the patient’s condition, prevent complications, restore maximum health, and or provide palliative care.

To achieve this, ACNP capabilities include managing acute resuscitations, eliciting comprehensive health histories, performing complete physical examinations, ordering and performing diagnostic tests, analyzing health data, formulating treatment plans, implementing plans of care (to include placement of vascular access and other monitoring or treatment devices), collaborating with other health professionals and referring patients to specialty providers, as appropriate.

b. Qualifications: Be able to perform duties described above and possess the following qualifications:

(1) Have a Masters degree or higher in nursing. Must be prepared and attain national board certification in the Adult and or Adult-Gerontological Acute Care population.

(2) Experience and Core Competencies. Must have 1 year of work experience as a nationally certified ACNP in a Critical Care setting, Inpatient unit, Emergency Department or Urgent Care setting. Must provide documentation to verify; documentation must include:

1. Type of practice and specialty of the ACNP

2. Principal patient responsibilities

3. Principal skills and procedures performed

4. Core competencies; must submit verification of core competencies on the checklist approved by the 66H or 66S Consultant to The Surgeon General. The checklist must be completed by the supervising physician and must verify the skills and knowledge of the ACNP currently possesses.

(3) ACNPs who attended a formal education program must submit a copy of their transcript of education. ACNPs who attended a post-graduate ACNP fellowship must submit verification from the supervising program director or physician that outlines the fellowship length and training requirements met, including clinical hours by specialty location/clinical setting.

(4) ACNPs are required to submit a copy of their following certifications: AGACNP, ACNP, ACNPC (Adult), or ACNPC-AG from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Board (AANPCB), American Nurses Credentialling Center (ANCC) or American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) preferred, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS) preferred.

(5) All packets must be reviewed and approved by the COMPO 1 appointed AN 66H or 66S Consultant to The Surgeon General. Approved memorandum for COMPO 1 and 3 will be routed to HRC, or to State OPM for COMPO 2 for SI award.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 66H and 66S for personnel only.

SI N7 — Aeromedical Psychologist

Code: N7Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Clinical psychology staff positions within Medical Treatment Facilities that conduct periodical flight evaluations.

b. Qualifications:

(1) Must be a clinical psychologist and hold a valid clinical psychologist licensure.

(2) Must be a clinical psychologist who has successfully completed the Aeromedical Psychology Training Course (6H-F27).

(3) Officers who meet qualifications prior to 1 October 2012 are eligible for award of the SI. Request for award of SI must be submitted via memorandum of request thru: Office of the Surgeon General, Health Policy and Services, to US Army Human Resources Command, ATTN: Health Services Division, Medical Service Corps Branch (AHRC-OPH-M), 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue, Fort Knox, KY 40122. Awarding of SI to eligible officers will be automatic upon completion of 6H-F27.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AMEDD MFA/AOC 73B only. This SI may be awarded to all three Army Components.

SI P1 — Theater Sustainment Planners Course

Code: P1 (Effective 202503)Proponent: Army Sustainment University (U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM))

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring an officer incumbent who possesses detailed knowledge in critical problem-solving skills, joint logistics, peacetime planning for logistics support of contingency operations, maneuver sustainment operations, distribution systems management, logistics infrastructure support, logistics support areas and activities, coordination of force protection resources, and management of redeployment operations.

Officers will be assigned to key positions within Theater Sustainment Commands, Expeditionary Sustainment Commands, Sustainment Commands and echelons above.

b. Qualifications.

Must have successfully completed one of the following:

(1) Theater Sustainment Planners Program taken at Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS

(2) Joint Logistics Planners Course, course number 8A-F91/552-F9, at the U.S. Army Sustainment University, Ft Lee, VA.

c. Restrictions.

For use with positions and personnel in AOC 90A in grades O3 through O5.

SI P2 — Civil Security

Code: P2 (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring knowledge, experience, and technical expertise in public safety, including protection from internal and external threats. Civil Security concentrations include law enforcement administration, application of the rule of law, the legitimate monopoly of force, and science-based investigative methodologies.

(1) Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited academic institution in specific fields of study and 48 months of related civilian experience after earning a master’s degree.

Degrees and work experience should be concentrated in international and development economics, energy economics, industrial engineering, finance, international business, agribusiness and food management, and logistics and supply management.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI P8 — Public Administration

Code: P8 (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The public administration functional specialty places emphasis on the structure and conduct of the indigenous government from national to local levels.

This functional specialty provides advice and guidance for access to additional resources to augment the nationwide network of indigenous civil authorities to promote oversight, establish legislative and executive institutions and the processes of these institutions in the administration of governance, and be prepared to assume the administrative and supervisory roles of the national and subnational institutions and all other aspects of the development and operation of the apparatus of government.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Political Science, International relations, Financial Economics, or other related fields of study; a minimum of 48 months civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of civil leadership, city and county operations, finance and budgeting, election administration, grant writing, and public policy and ethics.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI P9 — Economic Development

Code: P9 (Effective 202410)Proponent: USAJFKSWCS

a. Description of positions.

The economic development functional specialty places emphasis on the existing national to localized economic network, any competing system, and their collective impacts upon stability within the OE.

These activities enable the interconnectivity of individuals, civil society, and institutions to produce coordinated, integrated, and synchronized efforts. These efforts have inherent crosscutting affects upon, and requirements of, the other functional areas.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Requires a master’s degree, from a regionally accredited college or university, in finance, Financial Examiners, International and Development Economics, Economic Development (GPED), Financial Economics international business, Science in Risk Management Degree, Financial Analysis and Investment Management or business administration and a minimum of 48 months of civilian experience after earning a master’s degree, working in the field of economics, banking, public finance, or foreign/domestic development or a related field.

(2) Validation of qualifications will be made by the Commandant, Civil Affairs Branch (AOJK-CA) of the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Ft Bragg, NC.

c. Restrictions.

For use only with AOC 38G in grades CPT-COL.

SI Q4 — Joint Tactical Ground Station Operator

Code: Q4 (Rescind 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery School

a. Description of Positions.

For use with AOC 14A positions which require qualification in the operation of the Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS) System.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the Joint Tactical Ground Station Operators Initial Qualification Course at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Colorado Springs, CO.

c. Restrictions.

AOC 14A only.

SI Q6 — Protection Cell Operations

Code: Q6 (Effective 202410)Proponent: Maneuver Support Center of Excellence

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI Q6. For use with personnel only. Personnel with SI Q6 are eligible to serve as a member of an echelon above brigade (EAB) Protection Cell staff as outlined in ADP 3-37 Protection.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must successfully complete the Protection Integration Course (PIC) under the auspices of the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence (MSCoE), Fielded Forces Integration Directorate, Protection Division Force Modernization Proponent and

(2) Complete the Central Background screening through the Human Resources Command (HRC).

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with AOC 12A, 13A, 14A, 17A/B, 25A, 31A, 60A/B/C/D, 61J, 62A, 63A, 64A/B/C/D/E/F, 65D, 66B/C/E/F/G/H/N/P/R/S/T/W, 67C, 74A, 89E, FA26, FA30, FA52 in grades 04 thru 06.

(1) Prior to 30 September 2017, must successfully complete the Stryker Leader Course (2E-F207/010-F28) conducted under the auspices of the US Army Infantry School.

(2) After 1 October 2017, must successfully complete the Stryker Leader Course (2E-F207/010-F28 (MC)) conducted under the auspices of the US Army Infantry School.

c. Restrictions.

For use with personnel only AOC 11A, 12A, 13A, and 14A in grades O1 thru O4.

SI R4 — Stryker Armor Vehicle Operations/Maintenance

Code: R4Proponent: U.S. Army Armor School

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require an incumbent who possesses detailed knowledge on the operation of the Stryker vehicle and its weapons systems.

b. Qualifications.

Requires completion of one of the following courses:

(1) Stryker Scout Commander Course.

(2) New Equipment Training (NET) taught under the auspices of the US Army Armor School.

c. Restrictions.

For use with SRC 02B and Armor Branch 19 only.

SI R7 — Scout Leader

Code: R7Proponent: U.S. Armor School

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions and personnel requiring Platoon Leaders within Cavalry organizations and Scout Platoons who can operate in unpredictable combat and training environments within their commander’s intent.

b. Description of functions.

Identifies positions and personnel only requiring graduates to develop higher level fundamental skills at Reconnaissance, Security, Navigation, Communications, Reporting, and Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB).

c. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete the Scout Leader Course under the auspices of the U.S. Army Armor School at Fort Benning, Georgia.

d. Restrictions.

1. For identification of personnel only. For use with Branch 11 (Infantry), 12 (Engineer), 13 (Field Artillery), 15 (Aviation), 35 (Military Intelligence), and 74 (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear) in grades 2LT-CPT.

2. For positions and personnel in SRC 02B and AOC 19 (Armor) in grade LT.

SI R8 — Petroleum and Water Officer

Code: R8Proponent: U. S. Army Quartermaster Center & School (USAQC&S)

a. Description of positions.

Command or exercises staff responsibility for units engaged in petroleum and/or water operations. Direct the acquisition, storage, inspection, testing, issue, and distribution of petroleum and water products.

Determine bulk and packaged petroleum products and water requirements, storage space requirements, distribution system requirements, and quality surveillance requirements.

Establish and direct water purification operations, storage and distribution and issue systems in support of field operations. Develop, direct and coordinate unit procedures and programs on the environmentally sound handling of petroleum, wastewater and water treatment chemicals.

b. Qualifications.

Officers awarded SI R8 must:

(1) Must be a graduate of the Petroleum Officers Course (POC) conducted at Ft Gragg-Adams, VA.

(2) Have equivalent training and practical experience that has been approved/accepted by the Quartermaster Center and School at Ft Gragg-Adams, VA.

(3) Possesses a degree in Petroleum Engineering or Management or training with Industry that has been approved/accepted by the Quartermaster Center and School at Ft Gragg-Adams, VA.

SI R9 — Aerial Delivery and Materiel Officer (ADMO)

Code: R9 (Rescind 202610)Proponent: U. S. Army Quartermaster Center & School

a. Description of positions.

Determine requirements for and plan the employment of aerial delivery systems in support of tactical and special operations. Command, direct, supervise and train personnel engaged in the storage, packing and preparation of materiel to be delivered by air; supply of aerial delivery equipment; and delivery of materiel by air.

Plan and supervise the inspection, repair, testing, packing, rigging, storage of parachutes, allied assemblies, aerial delivery containers, airdrop kits, cargo parachutes and other airdrop retardation devices. Advise and assist in the coordination of transportation requirements to include recovery of airdrop equipment.

b. Qualifications.

Must be a qualified parachutist and a graduate of the Aerial Delivery and Materiel Officer Course conducted at Ft Gragg-Adams, VA.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 90A and AOC 92A only.

SI R9 — Aerial Delivery and Materiel Officer (ADMO)

Code: R9 (Effective 202510 for Personnel) (Effective 202610 for Positions)Proponent: U. S. Army Quartermaster Center & School

a. Description of positions.

b. Qualifications.

Must be a qualified parachutist and a graduate of the Aerial Delivery and Materiel Officer Course conducted at Ft Gragg-Adams, VA.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 90A only.

SI S1 — AMEDD Special Operations Officer

Code: S1Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for this SI (for personnel only).

b. Qualifications.

Must have completed one of the following:

(1) Complete 12 months in an active-duty capacity in any AMEDD area of concentration (AOC) with a SOF designated unit.

(2) Participated in a SOF designated unit deployment/mission for four consecutive months.

(3) Must be Special Forces, Civil Affairs, or Psychological Operations qualified by way of formal schooling through the United States John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School. The following courses satisfy this formal training (Special Forces Qualification Course (Q-Course), Psychological Operations Qualification Course, and the Civil Affairs Operations Course).

(4) The United States Army Reserve AMEDD officers require the same qualifications but have to complete a cumulative 24 months of assignments in a SOF designated unit.

(5) Approval and Removal Authority: The Army Surgeon General, based on the recommendations of the Consultant for Special Operations Medicine or the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) Surgeon, will be the authority for awarding or removing the skill identifier.

Approval authority will be the Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG), ATTN: DASG-HR, 703.681.3176. Officers can have the SI removed by forwarding a request to their branch manager at HRC.

c. Restrictions.

For use with personnel only. Used with AMEDD Branches 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66 and 67.

SI S2 — Sports Medicine

Code: S2 (Effective 202311)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for Sports Medicine SI S2. For use with personnel only. Personnel with SI S2 are eligible to serve as a physician trained in sports medicine to enhance health, fitness, prevention of injury and illness.

b. Qualifications.

As a minimum, officers will be:

(1) Certified in AOC 60P (Pediatrician), 61F (Internist), 61H (Family Medicine), 61P (Physiatrist) and 62A (Emergency Medicine).

(2) Have successfully completed Sports Medicine Fellowship.

(3) Are board eligible or certified in Sports Medicine.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 60P, 61F, 61H, 61P and 62A only.

d. Exceptions.

The Surgeon General will determine eligibility for other AOCs on a case-by-case basis.

SI S3 — Surgical Critical Care Physician Assistant

Code: S3 (Effective 202510)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI S3. For use with personnel only. S3 SI is established for personnel with special qualification in trauma surgery and critical care. These personnel extend a surgeon’s operational reach and task shed procedural and patient management burdens of surgeons caring for high volumes of critical patients.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Compo 1 Requires successful completion of the Army-Baylor General Surgery/Intensivist Long Term Health Education Training (LTHET) program (course 6-250-C21).

(2) Compo 2 and 3 PAs and civilian PAs newly appointed in an active status with surgical critical care experience and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification may be awarded SI S3 if they meet the following experience and core competencies requirements.

(a) Experience. Must provide documentation verifying they have worked full-time as a surgical critical care PA for 3 consecutive years within the last 5 years. Documentation must provide the following information:

1. Type of practice and specialty of the physicians.

2. Inpatient, surgical and outpatient duties.

3. Principle patient responsibilities.

4. Principle skills and procedures performed.

Identifies positions and personnel within Security Force Assistance Brigade (SFAB) units requiring Soldiers trained to maintain operational competency in defense of civil support and stability operations and promote the ability to generate, employ, and sustain local, host nation or regional security forces.

b. Qualifications Must complete one of the following:

1. Must successful complete the Combat Advisor Training Course (CATC) at the Military Advisory Training Academy (MATA) under the auspices of the U.S. Army Armor School, Fort Benning, GA.

2. Must have successfully completed Training and Transition (TT) Team training conducted under the auspices of the 1st Infantry Division Transition Team Cadre, Fort Riley, KS and completed a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.

3. Must have successfully completed Training and Transition (TT) Team training conducted under the auspices of the 162nd Infantry Training Brigade Cadre, Fort Polk, LA and completed a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.

4. Must have successfully completed Training and Transition (TT) Team training conducted under the auspices of the Phoenix Academy, Multinational Forces, Iraq and completed a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.

5. Must have successfully completed Training and Transition (TT) Team training conducted under the auspices of the 162nd Infantry Training Brigade, Fort Polk, LA, Mobile Training Team and completed a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.

6. Must have successfully completed a 1 year deployment to Afghanistan or Pakistan and served in Afghanistan Pakistan Hands Program (APH) Joint Manning Document (JMD) billet utilizing APH skills and training and all the requirements for Afghanistan Pakistan Intermediate Language Skill and completed a deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.

7. Request for waivers must be submitted to the Office of the Chief of Armor 1 Karker Street, Fort Benning, GA. for approval.

c. Restrictions.

b. Qualifications.

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI U1. For use with personnel only. Personnel with SI U1 are eligible to serve as C-sUAS Planners.

b. Qualifications.

b. Qualifications.

(1) 2LT and above.

Identifies positions requiring qualification as a Special Technical Operations Planner (STO) Planner.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Graduated the U.S. Army Special Technical Operations Planners (USASTOPC) course or Joint equivalent IAW Army STO policies.

(2) Completed the Planning and Decision Aid System (PDAS) Operations course for STO Network Environment training.

(3) Possess a current TS/SCI clearance.

(4) Successfully integrated and synchronized STO planning within the command’s operational and training missions.

(5) Must successfully complete six months as a STO planner in a qualified STO billet within the command.

d. Restrictions

(1) For use with any AOC in grades O-3 thru O-6 while assigned to an authorized STO billet. The HQDA G-3/5/7 STO Branch is the approving authority for awarding SI V8 STO Planner. Skill Identifiers V8 and V9 cannot be awarded for the same time periods.

(2) Submit requests for award of SI V8 on DA Form 4187 and DA Form 4187-1-R (for Chain of Command and HRC routing) along with qualification certificates and supporting documentation (such as chain of command recommendations, proof of meeting the assignment and experience requirements, or other proof of qualification).

(3) Submit packets thru the SM’s command and HRC Branch management, to: HQDA, ODCS, G-3/5/7, ATTN: Army STO Branch Chief, DAMO-ODG, 3200 Army Pentagon Washington, DC 20310-3200.

SI V9 — Special Technical Operations (STO) Chief

Code: V9Proponent: HQDA G-3/5/7

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions requiring qualification as a Special Technical Operations (STO) Chief.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Graduated the U.S. Army Special Technical Operations Planners (USASTOPC) course or Joint equivalent IAW Army STO policies

(2) Successfully completed the Planning and Decision Aid System (PDAS) Operators course for STO Network Environment training.

(3) Possess a current TS/SCI clearance.

(4) Successfully led STO planning and integration staff actions at appropriate organizational level.

(5) Successfully maintained all STO enterprise physical, information, personnel, and operational security requirements.

(6) Must successfully complete one year in a qualified SI V9 billeted position.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with any AOC in grades O-4 thru O-6 while assigned to an authorized STO Chief billet. The HQDA G- 3/5/7 STO Branch is the approving authority for awarding SI V9 STO Chief. Skill Identifiers V8 and V9 cannot be awarded for the same time periods.

(2) Submit requests for award of SI V9 on DA Form 4187 and DA Form 4187-1-R (for Chain of Command and HRC routing) along with qualification certificates and supporting documentation (such as chain of command recommendations, proof of meeting the assignment and experience requirements, or other proof of qualification).

(3) Submit packets thru the SM’s command and HRC Branch management, to: HQDA, ODCS, G-3/5/7, ATTN: Army STO Branch Chief, DAMO-ODG, 3200 Army Pentagon Washington, DC 20310-3200.

SI W1 — Facilities Planner

Code: W1 (Effective 202406)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School Description of positions. Officers whose duties include planning, developing and managing expeditionary protection, survivability, and base camp construction projects.

b. Qualifications.

Must meet both of the following requirements.

(1) Must possess a Bachelor or Master’s degree from one of the following.

(a) Program accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) or Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Applied Science Accreditation Commission (ASAC) in construction management, construction science or similar discipline or

(b) Regionally accredited program in project management, engineering management, or construction management.

(d) Regionally accredited (non-NAAB accredited) pre-professional Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in architecture, architectural studies or environmental design.

(e) Regionally accredited Bachelor or Master’s degree in urban design.

(2) Must successfully pass a mission-related, entry-level credential exam associated with one of the following credentials.

(a) Construction Documents Technologist (CDT).

(b) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (GRAGG-ADAMSD) Green Associate.

(d) Construction Manager in Training (CMIT).

(e) Associate Constructor (AC).

(f) Facility Management Professional (FMP).

(g) Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP).

(h) Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) (Effective 202406).

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru COL). Officers with an NAAB-accredited professional Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) are eligible for the W4 SI and may not also be awarded the W1 SI for the same degree.

SI W2 — Geospatial Leader

Code: W2 (Effective 202211)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

Officers serving in any geospatial engineering capacity or officers whose duties include managing Geospatial Information & Services (GI&S), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and related operational or generating force assignments where geospatial data is Generated, Managed, Analyzed, and/or Disseminated (GMAD).

b. Qualifications.

Must meet one of the following requirements from the three options listed below and conform to the W2 descriptor above:

(1) Option 1:

(a) Education (Must successfully complete one of the below requirements) and both sub paragraphs (b) and (c).

(i) Possess an undergraduate or higher from an accredited college or university in GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Photogrammetry, or Geography with a track in GIS. (ii) Have a minimum of 12 credit hours from an accredited college or university in any Geospatial related field.

(b) Successfully complete NGC GEO2121; Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S) Officer Training Course (GOTC) (40hrs).

(2) Option 2 (Must successfully complete sub-paragraphs (a) thru (d).

(a) Successfully complete NGC GIS2101; Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems (40hrs).

(b) Successfully complete NGC GIS3201; Intermediate GIS for Analysis (40hrs).

(c) Successfully complete NGC GEO2121; Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S) Officer Training Course (GOTC) (40hrs).

(d) Acquire NGA GEOINT Professional Certification (GPC) – Fundamentals (Level 1).

(3) Option 3:

(a) On the Job Training (Must successfully complete one of the below requirements) and sub paragraph (b).

(i) 12 months as a Geospatial Development Program Officer. (ii) Complete the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Joint Officer Geospatial Program (Engineer) (iii) 12 months as a Geospatial Planning Cell Plans Officer (Officer in Charge).

(b) Acquire NGA GEOINT Professional Certification (GPC) – Fundamentals (Level 1). Restrictions. For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru COL).

SI W3 — Licensed Engineer Officer

Code: W3 (Rescind 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Officers responsible for final approval of designs, engineering determinations concerning contract award or other major aspects of design and construction work to be performed by architects and engineers, or authoritative interpretation and administration of construction contracts.

(2) Officers serving in USACE positions requiring professional engineer or registered architect licensing.

(3) Engineer unit leaders who require expert knowledge of applied engineering principles in support of full spectrum operations; make decisions or provide advice that substantially impacts health, safety, and welfare; or approve engineering products or services to ensure the protection of life, property, and the environment.

(4) Officers who develop architecture engineering or construction policy, criteria, and/or standards that affect health, safety and welfare or the public and the environment.

(5) Officers who provide instruction of engineering principles.

b. Qualifications.

Must pass one of the following exams and maintain the associated registration or license: (1) The Professional Engineer (PE) exam and PE license.

(2) The Professional Geologist (PG) exam and Registered Geologist, Professional Geologist or Professional Geoscientist license.

(3) The Professional Surveyor or Land Surveyor (PS or PLS) exam, and Professional Surveyor or Land Surveyor (PLS) license.

(4) All required divisions of the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) and Registered Architect (RA) license.

(5) All required sections of the Landscape Architecture Registration Exam (LARE) and Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) license.

(6) The American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification Exam and Certified Planner certification.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru COL). Officers who achieve the W3 SI remain eligible for all W4 coded positions. Active Component W4 SI officers without the W3 SI remain the priority for assignment to W4- coded positions to obtain the experience required to obtain a professional license and the W3 SI.

SI W3 — Licensed Engineer Officer

Code: W3 (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(2) Officers serving in USACE positions requiring professional engineer or registered architect licensing.

(4) Officers who develop architecture engineering or construction policy, criteria, and/or standards that affect health, safety, and welfare or the public and the environment.

(5) Officers who provide instruction of engineering principles.

b. Qualifications.

Must pass one of the following exams and maintain the associated registration or license:

(1) The Professional Engineer (PE) exam and PE license.

(2) The Professional Geologist (PG) exam and Registered Geologist, Professional Geologist or Professional Geoscientist license.

(3) The Professional Surveyor or Land Surveyor (PS or PLS) exam, and Professional Surveyor or Land Surveyor (PLS) license.

(4) All required divisions of the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) and Registered Architect (RA) license.

(5) All required sections of the Landscape Architecture Registration Exam (LARE) and Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) license.

(6) The American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification Exam and Certified Planner certification.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC.

(2) For use with positions and personnel in AOC 12A.

(3) Officers who achieve the W3 SI remain eligible for all W4 coded positions.

(4) Active Component W4 SI officers without the W3 SI remain the priority for assignment to W4-coded positions to obtain the experience required to obtain a professional license and the W3 SI.

SI W4 — Degreed Engineer Officer

Code: W4 (Rescind 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Officers whose duties include applying engineering principals to plan, design, or construct structures or facilities to support military operations.

(2) Officers who assist local officials in alleviating social, economic, and environmental problems by recommending solutions and assisting in planning, design, and construction of facilities and infrastructure. This work includes forecasting the future needs of the population.

(3) Officers who provide instruction of engineering principles.

(4) Officers who have completed initial requirements for professional licensure but require experience in the discipline to become candidates for a licensure exam.

b. Qualifications.

Must possess one of the following academic degrees, and pass a respective initial exam related to licensure in the discipline of the degree, along with any additional requirements as stated below:

(1) Bachelor’s degree accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) in any discipline of engineering and pass any discipline of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

(2) Professional Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) or Master of Architecture (MArch) accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB); at least one division of the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) if permitted by licensing jurisdiction (state), or either the Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) or GRAGG-ADAMSD Green Associate exam; and enrollment in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) through the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).

(3) Master or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (MSLA or BSLA), or Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB); pass at least one section of the Landscape Architecture Registration Exam (LA.R.E) if permitted by licensing jurisdiction (state), or either the Construction Documents Technologist (CDT), Envision Sustainability Professional, or GRAGG-ADAMSD Green Associate exam.

(4) Regionally accredited degree in geology, geoscience or geological engineering, and pass the Fundamentals of Geology exam (FG).

(5) Complete the minimum education requirement in surveying related coursework as required by any US state or territory licensing jurisdiction/board for the Registered or Professional Land Surveyor license, pass the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam, and enrolled as a Land Surveyor in Training/Intern.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru LTC). Officers who achieve the W3 SI remain eligible for all W4-coded positions. Active Component W4 SI officers without the W3 SI remain the priority for assignment to W4-coded positions to obtain the experience required to obtain a professional license and the W3 SI.

SI W4 — Degreed Engineer Officer

Code: W4 (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Officers whose duties include applying engineering principals to plan, design, or construct structures or facilities to support military operations.

(3) Officers who provide instruction of engineering principles.

b. Qualifications.

Must possess one of the following academic degrees, any additional requirements as stated below:

(1) Bachelor’s degree accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) in any discipline of engineering.

(2) Professional Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) or Master of Architecture (MArch) accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB).

(3) Master or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (MSLA or BSLA), or Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB).

(4) Regionally accredited degree in geology, geoscience, or geological engineering.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC.

(2) For use with positions and personnel in AOC 12A.

(3) Officers who achieve the W3 SI remain eligible for all W4-coded positions.

(4) Active Component W4 SI officers without the W3 SI remain the priority for assignment to W4-coded positions to obtain the experience required to obtain a professional license and the W3 SI.

SI W5 — Construction Project Manager

Code: W5 (Rescind 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

Officers whose duties include the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to plan and manage project activities to meet project requirements; and the management of scope, schedule, quality, and budget while leading a project delivery team.

b. Qualifications.

Must pass any one of the following exams and maintain an active certification.

(1) Project Management Professional (PMP) exam and active PMP certification.

(2) Certified Construction Manager (CCM) exam and active CCM certification.

(3) Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) exam and active CCCA certification.

(4) Certified Facility Manager (CFM) and active CFM certification.

(5) Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) exam and active CPC certification.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru COL).

SI W5 — Construction Project Manager

Code: W5 (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

b. Qualifications.

Must pass any one of the following exams and maintain an active certification.

(1) Project Management Professional (PMP) exam and active PMP certification.

(2) Certified Construction Manager (CCM) exam and active CCM certification.

(3) Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) exam and active CCCA certification.

(4) Certified Facility Manager (CFM) and active CFM certification.

(5) Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) exam and active CPC certification.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For identification of personnel only. For use with any AOC.

(2) For use with positions and personnel in AOC 12A,

SI W6 — Construction Quality Assurance Officer

Code: W6Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Officers whose duties include various management procedures employed to assure the quality of troop or contracted construction projects, or other contracted requirements.

(2) An officer appointed in writing by the contracting officer who provides technical direction, clarification, and guidance with respect to the contract specification and statement of work; a contracting officer’s representative (COR).

Serves as the technical liaison between the contractor and the contracting officer and is responsible for ensuring satisfactory performance and timely delivery as set forth in the contract; a contracting officer’s technical representative (COTR).

(3) Officers who are required to systematically plan activities that directly support projects and ensure their completeness.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete all the following:

(1) Defense Acquisition University (DAU) CLC 222 or COR 222 course Contracting Officer’s Representative course (32 hours DL or 4-day resident equivalent).

(2) USACE Prospect 29 – Construction Quality Management (20 hours DL).

(3) Continuing Professional Development. Officers with the W6 SI are highly encouraged to begin completing requirements for the W8 SI, with priority to DAU ACQ 101 and FE 201.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (2LT thru CPT). MAJ and above are not eligible for the W6 SI but are recommended to complete requirements for the W8 as a higher-level SI.

SI W7 — Energy and Environmental Officer

Code: W7 (Effective 202406)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

Positions which require qualifications for utilizing engineering, design, scientific and management principles, and practices to protect health and the environment while reducing the resource and logistical requirements for Army facilities, missions and operations.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the USAES Environmental Officer Course (DL) and achieve any one of the following 17 qualifying credential requirements (civilian education and/or certification):

(1) Master’s Degree, or Post-Graduate/Graduate Certificate in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Energy Design, Energy Management, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Planning or Sustainable Design.

(2) Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Energy Design, Energy Management, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Planning or Sustainable Design, and must successfully pass one mission-related, entry-level credential exam associated with one of the following four credentials (a-d) or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and must successfully pass two mission related, entry level credential exams associated with the following four credentials (a-d):

(a) Envision Sustainability Professional; (ENV SP).

(b) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate.

(d) Certified Environmental Professional in Training (CEP-IT).

(3) Certified Environmental Professional; (CEP).

(4) Certified Environmental Auditor; (CEA).

(5) Certified Environmental Scientist; (CES).

(6) Certified Environmental Systems Manager; (CESM).

(7) Registered Environmental Manager; (REM).

(8) Certified Energy Manager (CEM).

(9) Energy Management Professional (EMP).

(10) Certified Environmental Planner (AICP- CEP).

(11) Accredited Professional in any specialty.

(12) Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP).

(13) Certified Commissioning Authority (CCA)

(14) Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)

(15) Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP)

(16) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager.

(17) Certified Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP).

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A and AOC 74A (2LT thru COL).

SI W8 — Facilities Engineer

Code: W8 (Effective 202406)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI W8. For use with personnel only.

(1) Officers whose duties require diverse skills focused on the design, construction, and life-cycle maintenance of military installations, facilities, civil works projects, airfields, roadways, and oceanic facilities throughout the acquisition process, including providing engineer expertise for design and construction contracts for facilities.

Duties involve all facets of life-cycle management from planning through disposal, including design, construction, environmental protection, base operations and support, housing, real estate, and real property maintenance. Officers that receive SI W8 are not members of the Acquisition Workforce (AWF).

(2) Additional duties include advising or assisting commanders and acting as, or advising, program managers and other officials in executing all aspects of facilities management, and the mitigation/elimination of environmental impact in direct support of the Defense Acquisition process in support of DOD or Army requirements.

b. Qualifications.

Officers must be AOC qualified and additionally complete the following Defense Acquisition University (DAU) distance learning (DL) courses are required for award of the W8 Facilities Engineer Skill Identifier:

(1) DAU ACQ 101 – Fundamentals of System Acquisition Management (25 hours DL).

(2) DAU FE 201 – Intermediate Facilities Engineering (16 hours DL)

(3) DAU CON 216 – Legal Considerations in Contracting (23 hours DL)

(4) DAU CLM 059 – Fundamentals of Small Business for the Acquisition Workforce (9 hours DL).

(5) DAU CLC 011 – Contracting for the Rest of Us (2 hours DL).

(6) DAU CON 140 – Art and Science of Contracting (3 hours DL).

(7) DAU CON 072 – Source Selection (7 hours DL).

(8) DAU CON 161 – Competition in Contracting (4 hours DL).

(9) DAU CLC 106 – COR with a Mission Focus (8 hours DL).

c. Continued Self Development. Officers are encouraged to continue their Facilities Engineer self-development with the following Virtual (Instructor Led) courses offered by DAU at no cost.

(1) DAU CON 2440v – Construction Contracting (38 hours Virtual Instructor Led).

(2) DAU CON 2450v – Construction Modification Proposal Analysis (38 hours Virtual Instructor Led).

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 12A (Engineer 2LT thru COL).

SI W9 — Structural Discipline Engineer

Code: W9 (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Summary Capability. Officers responsible for preparation of designs, assessments, and engineering determinations concerning building and non-building structural systems in support of military operations.

Officers have experience and knowledge of the requirements for load carrying structural systems. Officers are familiar with the engineer reach back system to address structural problems beyond their knowledge or expertise.

(2) Facility Assessment. Officer is qualified to complete the structural component of assessment of existing facilities for use in military operations at the detailed level. (Reference UFC 1-201-02).

(3) Facility Design. Officer is qualified to modify standard designs for temporary facilities and, with approval for the Designer of Record, semi-permanent facilities. (Reference UFC 1-201-01).

(4) Bridge Assessments. Officer is qualified to conduct deliberate reconnaissance of nonstandard fixed bridges, utilize the analytical bridge classification method to determine Military Load Class, and advise the engineer commander on emergency bridge repairs. (Reference TM 3-34.22).

(5) Protection/Survivability. Officer is qualified to evaluate structural aspects of constructing field fortifications, hardening critical infrastructure and facilities, and preparing protective positions. (Reference ATP 3-34.40)

(6) Limitations/Constraints. Officer performs structural design engineering responsibilities under supervision of a registered professional engineer or architect or, when supporting military operations, within policy established by the theater commander.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Must possess one of the following academic degrees, and pass a respective initial exam related to licensure in the discipline of the degree, along with any additional requirements as stated below:

(a) Bachelor’s degree accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering and pass any discipline of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

(b) Professional Bachelor of Architecture or Professional Master of Architecture accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) and pass at least one division of the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) if permitted by licensing jurisdiction (state); and enrollment in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) through the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). Or.

(2) Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a discipline structural engineer role or a structurally focused architectural designer role under the supervision of a registered professional engineer or registered architect. The experience will be validated through one of the following:

(a) Verified work experience entries totaling two years in the officer’s National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying Record.

(b) Verified work experience entries totaling two years in the officer’s NCARB Record in the AXP.

(c) Letter(s) of reference from the registered professional engineer(s) or registered architect(s) under whose supervision the officer served while in a discipline structural engineer role or structurally focused architectural designer role for a minimum of two years. The letter(s) must endorse the officer’s experience and knowledge described in the “Description of positions” section of this identifier.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with personnel only in any AOC.

(2) For use with Positions and Personnel in AOC 12A (2LT thru COL).

SI X1 — Electrical Discipline Engineer

Code: X1 (Effective 202710)Proponent: U.S. Army Engineer School

a. Description of positions.

(1) Summary Capability. Officers responsible for preparation of designs, assessments, and engineering determinations concerning electrical systems in support of military operations.

Officers have experience and knowledge of the requirements for the specification and design of electrical systems and equipment for power generation and distribution, control, and communications. Officers are familiar with the engineer reach back system to address electrical problems beyond their knowledge or expertise.

(2) Facility Assessment. Officer is qualified to complete the electrical component of assessment of existing facilities for use in military operations at the detailed level. (Reference UFC 1-201-02)

(3) Facility Design. Officer is qualified to modify standard designs for temporary facilities and, with approval of the Designer of Record, Semi-permanent facilities. (Reference UFC 1-201-01).

(4) Generator Overload Protection. Officer is qualified to design generator overload protection and balancing.

(5) Power Distribution. Officer is qualified to design power distribution for military basecamps including load center, branch circuits, and tie-in with the local electrical grid.

(6) Limitations/Constraints. Officer performs electrical design engineering responsibilities under supervision of a registered professional engineer or, when supporting military operations, within policy established by the theater commander.

b. Qualifications.

(1) Meet the following qualifications:

(a) Must possess Bachelor’s or Master’s degree accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) in Electrical engineering and pass any discipline of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

(b) Have minimum of 2 years of experience in a discipline electrical engineer position under the supervision of a registered professional engineer (validated by (a) letter(s) of reference from the registered professional(s) under who the officer served, or through verified work experience entries in the officer’s National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying Record). Or.

(2) Must possess a license as a Master Electrician in any state.

c. Restrictions.

(1) For use with personnel only in any AOC.

(2) For use with Positions and Personnel in AOC 12A (2LT thru COL).

SI X3 — Operations Support Specialist

Code: X3Proponent: U.S. Army Military Intelligence Center of Excellence:

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI X3.

b. Qualifications.

Must successfully complete both of the following courses: Joint Operations Support Basic Course and the Joint Operations Support Advanced Level-1 Course conducted under the auspices of the Defense Operations Support Training Program.

c. Restrictions.

For identification of personnel only. For use with any officer AOC. Submit application (DA Form 8187) (Request for Personnel Action) for attendance for the above course at: Registrar, Defense Operations Support Training Program, 3300 75th Avenue, Landover, MD 20785, phone 301-394-6690.

SI X4 — Basic SC Execution Support (ES) Management

Code: X4Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI X5 — Intermediate SC ES Management

Code: X5Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI X6 — Advanced SC ES Management

Code: X6Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI X7 — Executive SC ES Management

Code: X7 (Effective 202210)Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI X3 — Operations Support Specialist

Code: X3Proponent: U.S. Army Military Intelligence Center of Excellence:

a. Description of positions.

There are no positions identified for SI X3.

b. Qualifications.

c. Restrictions.

SI Y6 — Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Collector

Code: Y6 (Eff 202610)Proponent: U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence and Ft Huachuca

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions and personnel requiring key knowledge and skills to conduct OSINT collection activities.

b. Qualifications.

Must complete the Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Basic course conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 35A.

SI Y7 — Sensor Manager Operations

Code: Y7Proponent: Commander, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command / Army Forces Strategic Command

(USASMDC/ARSTRAT) through the Army Space Personnel Development Office (ASPDO)

a. Description of positions.

For use with AOC 14A positions that require qualification in the operation of the AN/TPY-2 (FBM) Radar system.

b. Qualifications.

Must have completed the AN/TPY-2 Sensor Manager Qualification Course on or after 1 October 2008 conducted under the auspices of the USA Space & Missile Defense Command, Colorado Springs, CO.

c. Restrictions.

For use with positions and personnel in AOC 14A only.

SI Z1 — Basic SC Organization (SCO) Operations and Management (O&M) Management

Code: Z1Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7

SI Z2 — Intermediate SCO O&M

Code: Z2Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI Z3 — Sleep Medicine

Code: Z3 (Effective 202411)Proponent: Office of the Surgeon General (OTSG)

a. Description of positions.

Identifies positions which require special qualifications in managing, evaluating, and integrating the care of patients of all ages that have disorders of sleep disruption, daytime hypersomnia, parasomnias and circadian rhythms.

b. Qualifications.

As a minimum, officers will be:

(1) Certified in AOC 61FH8 (Pulmonary Officer non-CCM trained), 60N (Anesthesiologist), 60P (Pediatrician), 60R (Child Neurologist), 60T (Otolaryngologist), 60V (Neurologist), 60W (Psychiatrist), 60X (Critical Care Medicine Officer), 60XH8 (Pulmonary/CCM), 61F (Internist) or 61H (Family Medicine).

(2) Have successfully completed at least one-year sleep medicine fellowship.

(3) Be board eligible/board certified in sleep medicine.

c. Restrictions.

For use with AOC 61FH8, 60N, 60P, 60R, 60T, 60V, 60W, 60X, 60XH8, 61F and 61H. The Surgeon General will determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

SI Z4 — Advanced SCO O&M

Code: Z4Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

SI Z5 — Executive SCO O&M

Code: Z5 (Effective 202210)Proponent: Office of the Assistance Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics.

Special designation: Professional Development Proficiency Code (PDPC) SI

Specifications: Refer to Table 4-7.

Source: DA PAM 611-21, Chapter 4 (Officer Skill Identifiers), Table 4-3 — Numerical Listing of Skill Identifiers for Officers.

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