USEC Ranks

USEC Ranks Document: Reference > Ranks
The USEC rank structure is loosely based on US, European, and Oceania military rank structures - reflecting the unique mix of personnel from all over the world. Ranks are broken into four broad categories, Training, Enlisted, Officer, and General ranks.

General Ranks Results: 6 medals
Those who hold the senior command appointments are the USEC generals. It is a significant honour to hold the rank of General in USEC, those who do bring vast experience both within USEC and wider throughout the hobby. Expected to perform key leadership functions within USEC - Generals are also expected to be figureheads and role models for Force members.
Picture	Rank	Description
	General of the Force	Promotion to General of the Force is at the discretion of a fellow officer by duly nominating them, once they has achieved the following as a minimum: (1) 6 months service as a General; and (2) Appointed as the Chief of Staff; and (3) Outstanding contributions to USEC during this time; and (4) The entire Force comprises at least 200 personnel, across no less than four Force Groups.
	General	Promotion to General is at the discretion of a fellow officer by duly nominating them, once they has achieved the following as a minimum: (1) 6 months service as a Lieutenant General; and (2) Appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff; or (3) Appointed as the Chief of Staff; and (4) Outstanding contributions to USEC during this time; and (5) The entire Force comprises at least one hundred (100) personnel, across no less than four Force Groups.
	Lieutenant General	Promotion to Lieutenant General is at the discretion of a fellow officer by duly nominating them, once they has achieved the following as a minimum: (1) 6 months service as a Major General; and (2) Outstanding contributions to their Force Group during this time; and (3) The Force Group under their command is sized at more than 60 personnel, across no less than four Units.
	Major General	Promotion to Major General is at the discretion of a fellow officer by duly nominating them, once they has achieved the following as a minimum: (1) 6 months service as a Brigadier General; and (2) Outstanding contributions to their Force Group during this time; and (3) The Force Group under their command is sized at more than 40 personnel, across no less than three Units.
	Brigadier General	Promotion to the rank of General grants the officer the authority to act on behalf of the Chief of Staff for the area they are commander of. They have nearly the same powers as that granted to the Chief of Staff, and therefore it is important that only the most trusted and skilled officers are appointed to the General ranks. New Force Commanders are, generally, appointed at the rank of Brigadier General unless there are compelling reasons otherwise.
	Brigadier General (Ret)	This rank is reversed for retiring members whos contribution to the force is overwhelming. Their loyalty still remains and although no longer an fully active member their dedication to USEC streams far beyond that which people can see. Promotion to this rank can only be authorised by the Chief of Staff.

Officer Ranks Results: 6 medals
Our officers are expected to be both strong leaders and skilled administrators, in addition to any combat roles that they perform. USEC utilizes very advanced systems, and our officers provide the key management role to ensuring the smooth running of the force.
Picture	Rank	Description
	Colonel	Colonels are exceptionally competent Officers, and the Chief of Staff can only make promotion to this rank. This is the most senior Officer rank before the General officer ranks, and achievement of this rank is considered a great honour within the Force.
	Lieutenant Colonel	Lieutenant Colonels are highly competent Unit Commanders, Senior Executive Officers, Senior Staff officers, or competent Directors in UCOM. Eligibility for promotion to Lieutenant Colonel is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Prior or current service as a Commanding Officer or Staff Officer; and Participated in a decorated Force operation; and Serving in a Supernumerary position
	Major	Majors are typically unit Commanding Officers, Senior Executive Officers, Senior Staff Officers, or Junior Directors in UCOM. In exceptionally large Units with senior officers commanding them, Majors may command subunits. Eligibility for promotion to Major is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the requirements as listed in Standing Orders.
	Captain	Captains are typically seasoned Squad leaders, Executive Officers, or Staff Officers, who are preparing for Senior Management positions within Unit and Force command. Eligibility for promotion to Captain is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Completed the Joint Operation Planning Course (JOPC); and Active in unit events and on the forums; and Displayed exceptional leadership; and If a Sub-unit leader, the squad must be highly active
	First Lieutenant	Lieutenants typically fill Sub-unit leader positions within Units, although may be posted into Training Officer or other junior staff roles. Eligibility for Promotion to First Lieutenant is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Completed any unit training or assessment required; and Active in unit events and on the forums; and Displayed leadership; and If a Sub-unit leader, the squad must be active.
	Second Lieutenant	Newly appointed unit Commanding Officers are appointed to this rank, requiring successful completion of the Officer Training Course (OTC) and all requisite training for NCOs and unit members, although they may be commissioned at a higher rank where they have proven experience either within USEC or outside. Where a Second Lieutenant is posted as a Commanding Officer of a unit, such a posting is considered provisional unit they have been substantiated to the rank of First Lieutenant.

Enlisted Ranks Results: 10 medals
The cornerstone of the fighting force, our ground troops and maintenance staff are appointed to the enlisted ranks. A key focus for enlisted staff is training, as well as participation in combat operations.
Picture	Rank	Description
	Sergeant Major of the Force	One Sergeant Major may be selected as the senior member out of the entire Force. Typically they will be stationed in UCOM directly, or they may continue to serve in their unit. Their responsibility is as the most skilled member of the entire Force, with a keen focus on training and stewardship over new members. They are generally referred to as Sergeant Major, rather than their full title.
	Sergeant Major of the Group	As the senior Sergeant Major (SGTMAJ/G) within a Force Group, they are appointed within the command squad of one of the units in a Force Group and are the most senior enlisted member in the Force Group. Their responsibility is as the most skilled member of the group, with a keen focus on training and stewardship over new members. They are generally referred to as Sergeant Major, rather than their full title
	Sergeant Major	The rank of Sergeant Major (SGTMAJ) is both a rank as well as a position of Authority within a unit. It is a role and rank of significant tradition throughout the Armed Forces of the World. Each Unit within the Force may appoint a single Sergeant Major from within its members, as decided by the Commanding Officer. Promotion to Sergeant Major is at the discretion of a Commanding Officer, once the member has achieved the requirements listed in Standing Orders.
	First Sergeant	Eligibility for promotion to First Sergeant (FSGT) is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Appropriate roster opening (one per unit) for a First Sergeant; and Exceptionally active in unit events and on the forums; and Participated in the organization of training or events; and Displayed significant leadership
	Master Sergeant	Eligibility for promotion to Master Sergeant (MSGT) is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Appropriate roster opening for a Master Sergeant; and Exceptionally active in unit events and on the forums; and Completed all required unit specialized training; and Displayed leadership. Master Sergeant is considered a leadership rank and should have no history of disciplinary infractions.
	Staff Sergeant	Eligibility for promotion to Staff Sergeant (SSGT) is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Appropriate roster opening for a Staff Sergeant; and Active in unit events and on the forums; and Assisted in the leadership and/or management of Unit affairs. Staff Sergeant is as high as a member can go without being directly involved with the management and organization of their unit and events.
	Sergeant	Eligibility for promotion to Sergeant (SGT) is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Appropriate roster opening for a Sergeant; and Pass the NCO Qualification Course exam; and Active in unit events and on the forums; and (3) Completed any specialist init training or assessment required. DPERS is the only authority that can approve accelerated promotion to Sergeant.
	Corporal	Eligibility for promotion to Corporal (CPL) is at the discretion of a superior officer, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Appropriate roster opening for a Corporal; and Completed the NCO Qualification Course exam; and Active in unit events and on the forums. Accelerated promotion may be approved by a Commanding Officer or DPERS where compelling reasons exist, such as previous USEC experience.
	Private First Class	Eligibility for promotion to Private First Class (PFC) is at the discretion of a superior officer, most often the Commanding Officer of the Unity Training Academy, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: Completed any basic training or assessment required as defined by the Commanding Officer, Unity Training Academy and the Director of Training; and Active in unit events and on the forums. Accelerated promotion may be approved by Commanding Officer UTA or UCOM where compelling reasons exist, such as previous USEC experience.
	Private	Promotion to Private (PVT) is at the discretion of recruiting staff, once the member has achieved the following as a minimum: (1) Submitted a recruitment application; and (2) Completed the Basic Recruit Exam; and (3) Satisfied to the Director of Recruiting their intention to serve USEC and remain active.

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