Duties and Responsibilities

The Command Sergeant Major is the senior enlisted member of the Battalion. He supervises noncommissioned officers and enlisted Cadets and advises the Commander on all matters pertaining to them. Specific duties are:

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• Supervises Battalion staff noncommissioned officers to be sure they are properly fulfilling their responsibilities. This requires tactful coordination with the officer supervisors of the Battalion NCOs.

• Helps train and counsel noncommissioned officers and enlisted Cadets regarding attitude, appearance, military courtesy, and discipline. Reports serious cases to the Battalion Commander.

• Directly supervises the Color Guard to maintain the highest standards of training and appearance. Supervises the flag detail.

• Inspects Cadet uniforms for serviceability and cleanliness, and for compliance with regulations.

• Assumes command of the battalion in the absence of all officers.

• Make recommendations to the Battalion Commander as deemed necessary, i.e., promotions, dismissals from the Corps, etc

• Make the PT schedule.