The Army uses three systems to decide what enlisted members will get promoted. Decentralized Promotions (E-2 through E-4) The unit is the promotion authority. The commander decides who gets promoted or not. There are no quotas for promotion for these ranks so, commanders typically promote everyone who meets the "promotion criteria." Promotion Criteria is set by the Army to … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2011
National Guard Warrant Officer Pay Rates (FY2011)
The pay charts below reflect a 1.4% pay raise and show MONTHLY pay for Active Duty Warrant Officers in the Army National Guard. Members are paid twice a month on the first and fifteenth, therefore you will receive half of the amount listed below on each payday. Visit the Pay Overview for other types of Army National Guard pay. Warrant Officer Basic Pay Rates … [Read more...]
Ways to Count Down Military Timelines
January 2011 When your loved one joins the military, you will have the feeling of always being on some sort of countdown while he serves. You are either counting down until he leaves, counting down until he comes home or counting down until the next PCS move. If you must count down this often, you will invent some creative ways to make the countdowns more fun, especially if … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Warrant Officer Pay – (FY2011)
The charts below reflect a 1.4% pay raise and show MONTHLY pay, therefore, you would receive 1/2 of this on each payday. Active duty service members are paid twice per month, on the 1st and the 15th of each month. Warrant Officer Basic Pay Rates January 1, 2011 Monthly Military Pay for Warrant Officers Less than 11 Years of Service … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Education
As a soldier in the Marine Corps, you will gain access to the competitive benefits and resources to continue your education. 100% of your education expenses may be paid for by numerous Federal Government Assistance Programs. There are a variety of unique and specialized programs to help you meet your goals and reach your true potential. Exclusive colleges and universities, tech … [Read more...]