Job #: 26-037
Status: AGR
Location: Madison
Closing Date: 02/23/2026

Wisconsin Air National Guard Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Vacancy Announcement

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-037 ANG
OPENING DATE: 22 January 2026
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL: 11:59PM ON 23 February 2026
POSITION TITLE: State Command Chief Master Sergeant
AFSC REQUIREMENTS: 9E000 (Open to any AFSC)
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED: 9
MINIMUM GRADE: E9
MAXIMUM GRADE: E9
UNIT/LOCATION: WI ANG/HQ, Madison, WI
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to anyone within the State of WI, eligible to join the WI ANG AGR program

APPOINTMENT FACTORS

1. Initial tours will be 4 years. Follow-on tour lengths may be from 1 to 6 years per ANGI 36-101.
2. Non AGR Person receiving a federal military retirement or retainer pay are not eligible.
3. Must meet the physical requirements of AFI 36-2905, prior to being placed on AGR tour.
4. Members who are not suitable for Career AGR may be considered for an Occasional Tour.
5. Military grade will not exceed the maximum authorized grade on the unit manning document.
6. Must meet all AGR requirements of ANGI 36-101 and AFSC requirements of AFECD/AFOCD.
7. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 5.10, applicants should be able to complete 20 years of active federal service prior to Mandatory Separation Date (MSD). Individuals selected for AGR tours that cannot attain 20 years of active federal Service prior to reaching mandatory separation must complete a Statement of Understanding contained in Attachment 3 of ANGI36-101 and obtain TAG waiver approval prior to starting AGR tour.
8. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 6.6.1., members should remain in the position to which initially assigned for a minimum of 24 months. TAG may waive this requirement when in the best interest of the unit, State, or Air National Guard.
9. Hiring of an E-8/9 or O4+ is contingent on controlled grade availability.
10. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 5.7, an individual must not have been previously separated for cause from active duty or previous Reserve Component AGR tour.
11. Must meet additional mandatory requirements for AFSC entry on attachment 4 of AFECD.
    1. Must be able to lift more than 40 LBS
    2. ASVAB requirements: N/A
    3. PULHES: 333333

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

The Command Chief Master Sergeant serves as a member of the commander’s staff to advise and assist in matters concerning enlisted members of the command or organization. A CCM is the commander’s key enlisted advocate and advisor on operational effectiveness and the organization, training and equipping of enlisted Airmen. CCMs ensure the commanders’ directions and policies are carried out and the Airmen understand and are dedicated to the mission of the command. CCMs are responsible for the professional development and proper utilization of the command’s enlisted force. CCMs work in concert with other enlisted leaders such as group superintendents and first sergeants to oversee the readiness, training, health, morale, welfare, quality of life and force development of assigned personnel.

SPECIALTY QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge. CMSgts selected for CCM duty are exceptionally well qualified with a broad breadth of experience, significant supervisory and leadership experience and have a physical appearance and military image in all uniform combinations that meet the highest standards expected of the most professional CMSgts.

Education. Must possess an Associate degree or higher. Must have previously attended the ANG Chief Master Sergeant Orientation Course (ANG CMSOC)

Training. N/A

Other. – Meet AF standards of good physical health and demonstrated consistent fitness levels at or above the minimum standard. Initial selection: Must have scored 80 or above on last two fitness tests, or 90 or above on most recent fitness test; no failure on any portion within the last 12 months. Has the ability to speak clearly and distinctly. Must be worldwide qualified (both deployment and assignment) and not have a permanent assignment limitation code “C3.”

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested applicants must submit the following documentation to be considered for interview. Any missing items are encouraged to be documented with an explanation in the cover letter included in the application.

APPLICATIONS WILL INCLUDE (All documents must be personally identifiable and must include date if required)

• Cover letter with Job Announcement Number and Position Title for which you are applying, current Military Status (AGR, Technician, Traditional, Active Duty), along with contact information (i.e. Phone numbers and an e-mail address).
• Resume (2 pages maximum)
• NGB Form 34-1 (Application for AGR Position) dated 20131111 (must be signed and dated). Manually signed copy accepted. Digital signature may fall off when combining PDF files. Double check prior to sending packet.
• Record Review RIP (NOT point credit summary or Career Data Brief) complete and current. Other Service Components submit appropriate individual personnel information printout. This is used to verify AFSCs, aptitude scores, position status, time in service, time in grade, etc. This can be pulled from vMPF.
• Current Fitness Report. Current Fitness report from myFitness in pdf format
• Enlisted Performance Reports. Last 4 EPRs.
• AF Form 422 Current (within 12 months), Physical Profile Serial Report. Other Service Components submit medical documentation that includes PULHES score. If any PULHES are a “3”, a statement indicating that individual is Worldwide Deployable needs to be submitted.
• SF 181 – (Race and Ethnicity Identification). Form is required for packet. However, completion is voluntary. Please see further instructions on the form.
• All Other Service Component applicants must have their ASVAB raw scores converted to Air Force ASVAB scores and include them in a letter from either a Recruiter or MEPS Counselor.

NOTE:

1. Failure to provide all the required documents will result in being disqualified.
2. Applicants must sign NGB Form 34-1; failure to sign the form will result in being disqualified. Please ensure 34-1 reflects Tour Announcement number and current telephone number.
3. If selected for the job, member must have a current passing fitness and an AGR qualified AF Form 422 Signed by the State Air Surgeon prior to being placed on AGR tour.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants who meet the eligibility criteria may apply by emailing all required documents, as one (1) pdf to MSgt Lachance at michelle.lachance@us.af.mil and SMSgt Kasten at melanie.kasten@us.af.mil. Portfolio formats are accepted. The file and email subject line should read as: LastName, FirstName_#_JobTitle (i.e. Doe, John_22-001_Personnel) An email will be sent to confirm receipt of application. Feel free to call Comm (608) 242-3761 or (608) 242-3138 to verify receipt of your application. Applications will not be reviewed before the closing date.