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... the battalion (BN) training calendar and inclusive of basic acute care, injury control ... and Brigade Command Sergeant Major as requested to support unit development and execution of ...

... the battalion (BN) training calendar and inclusive of basic acute care, injury control ... and Brigade Command Sergeant Major as requested to support unit development and execution of ...

... the battalion (BN) training calendar and inclusive of basic acute care, injury control ... and Brigade Command Sergeant Major as requested to support unit development and execution of ...

... the battalion (BN) training calendar and inclusive of basic acute care, injury control ... and Brigade Command Sergeant Major as requested to support unit development and execution of ...

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How much do battalion command sergeant major jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for battalion command sergeant major in the United States is $56,879.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $56,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a battalion command sergeant major?

A Battalion Command Sergeant Major (CSM) is the senior enlisted advisor to the battalion commander in the U.S. Army. They are responsible for the welfare, training, and professional development of all enlisted soldiers in the battalion. The CSM acts as a key link between the enlisted personnel and the command, ensuring the commander's policies are understood and implemented while also advising on matters affecting troop morale and discipline. Their leadership is crucial in maintaining unit readiness and effectiveness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a battalion command sergeant major?

To thrive as a Battalion Command Sergeant Major, you need extensive military leadership experience, advanced knowledge of Army regulations, and completion of senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) education courses. Proficiency in military management systems, communication platforms, and operational planning tools is standard, along with maintaining required security clearances. Outstanding interpersonal skills, decisiveness, and the ability to mentor and motivate soldiers set exceptional leaders apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring mission readiness, discipline, and the effective functioning of the battalion.

What are some of the primary challenges faced by a battalion command sergeant major when balancing administrative duties with troop leadership responsibilities?

A Battalion Command Sergeant Major often faces the challenge of ensuring effective communication and coordination between enlisted personnel and the command team while managing extensive administrative tasks. Balancing the need to lead, mentor, and be present for soldiers with the demands of planning, policy enforcement, and reporting can be difficult. It requires strong time-management skills, delegation, and the ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities. Success in this role depends on building trust with both officers and enlisted personnel, while maintaining high standards of discipline and readiness across the battalion.

What does a battalion command sergeant major do?

A battalion command sergeant major is the senior enlisted advisor to the battalion commander, responsible for maintaining discipline, morale, and training standards among soldiers. They serve as a link between enlisted personnel and leadership, often overseeing administrative tasks and ensuring operational readiness within the battalion. The role requires extensive leadership experience, military knowledge, and often involves mentoring junior NCOs and soldiers.
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Infographic showing various Battalion Command Sergeant Major job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,879 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Military)

Fort Knox, KY โ€ข On-site, Remote

US ARMY HUMAN RESOURCES COMMAND (DRU)
National Securityย โ€ขย 10K+ employees

$125K - $163K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


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About the Position: This position is with US Army Human Resources Command, Command Talent Alignment & Development located at Ft. Knox, KY.
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Duties
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  • Direct, plan, and coordinate all short- and long-range activities for the Army's Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Combat Service Support Slating (CSSS) program, serving as the principal operating agent and managing worldwide command and key billets.
  • Lead and execute critical annual personnel events, including the Sergeant Major Evaluation Board and the CSM Centralized Selection, Slating, and Assignment processes.
  • Directly supervise and mentor a diverse 20-member military and civilian team, managing performance evaluations, development standards, and personnel actions.
  • Serve as the principal advisor to senior leadership on all policy, regulatory, and systemic matters regarding CSM/Sergeant Major (SGM) talent management.
  • Develop and monitor management systems within Integrated Personnel and Pay System - Army (IPPS-A) for accuracy, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend updates to established military personnel policies and regulations.

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Conditions of employment
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • You may be expected to travel up to 25% for this position.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • One-year supervisory probationary period may be required. A one-year probationary period is required if the selectee has not previously met this requirement.

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Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
  • Current Civilian Employees of the Command
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes coordinating Senior Enlisted (E-9 equivalent) Evaluation Boards and aligning Senior Enlisted Advisors (such as Sergeants Major or equivalent branch representatives) to serve as panel members; managing and executing global talent management, selection, slating, and/or assignment programs for senior enlisted advisors or equivalent executive-level leaders; and advising senior executives on human resources policies, rules, and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13).
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-13).
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Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted.
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  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • This is a 50 - Military Human Resources Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Eligible for situationaltelework telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework".
  • Government ethics responsibilities of supervisors.
    Every supervisor in the executive branch has a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. It is imperative that supervisors serve as models of ethical behavior for subordinates. Supervisors have a responsibility to help ensure that subordinates are aware of their ethical obligations under the Standards of Conduct and that subordinates know how to contact agency ethics officials. Supervisors are also responsible for working with agency ethics officials to help resolve conflicts of interest and enforce government ethics laws and regulations, including those requiring certain employees to file financial disclosure reports. In addition, supervisors are responsible, when requested, for assisting agency ethics officials in evaluating potential conflicts of interest and identifying positions subject to financial disclosure requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information
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