Signal / Forward Signal Support Specialist
Developmental counseling statement sample covering Signal / Forward Signal Support Specialist

Posted Tuesday, November 22, 2005

Counseling Sample For:

Signal / Forward Signal Support Specialist

Possible Key Points To Discuss During Counseling:

• Close out last quarter’s counseling (Assessment Section of DA Form 4856)
• Perform deployment, installation, operation, maintenance, and redeployment procedures for a secure Single-Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS)
• Perform deployment, installation, operation, maintenance, and redeployment procedures for a secure Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) Radio Set
• Perform unit level maintenance on assigned signal support systems TMDE
• Configure a desktop IBM or compatible microcomputer for operation
• Install network hardware/software in a desktop IBM or compatible microcomputer
• Troubleshoot a desktop IBM or compatible microcomputer
• Perform unit level maintenance on a desktop IBM or compatible microcomputer
• Troubleshoot a Tactical Local Area Network (LAN) cable
• Install the Army Tactical Command and Control System (ATCCS) Common Hardware Software
• Troubleshoot and perform unit level maintenance on the Maneuver Control System
• Troubleshoot and perform unit level maintenance on the Standardized Integrated Command Post System
• Performs troubleshooting of the Single-Channel Ground and Airborne Radio Systems (SINCGARS)
• Perform unit level maintenance and troubleshooting on Radio Set AN/PRC-127
• Install multiplexer TD-1456/VRC
• Perform operation, troubleshooting, and unit level maintenance on Precision Lightweight Global Positioning System Receiver (PLGR)
• Troubleshoot communications systems in nuclear-biological-chemical reconnaissance system (NBCRS) FOX XM-93
• Perform unit level maintenance on antenna group OE-254/GRC or a similar antenna system
• Install, troubleshoot, and perform unit level maintenance on facsimile equipment AN/UXC-7
• Perform deployment, installation, operation, maintenance, and redeployment procedures for diesel generator sets
• Restore system outages in a single channel communications network
• Install and perform unit level maintenance on Precision Lightweight Global Positioning System Receiver
• Prepare a site layout for a single channel radio site in a field environment
• Perform operation, maintenance, and security procedures for COMSEC equipment
• Check for the activation and reliability of radio communication links
• Prepare emergency destruction plan
• Perform station/net operations
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on all assigned equipment
• Perform shift work as required by the operation
• Brief superiors on capabilities and limitations of single channel communications systems
• Interpret operation orders, policy letters and standing operating procedures (SOP)
• Ensure compliance with security regulations governing communication equipment, COMSEC, and automated data processing (ADP) equipment
• Request logistical and maintenance support for day to day operations
• Maintain standards on established Army and unit training programs--APFT, CTT, weapons qualification, weight control, etc
• Maintain Army Value standards
• Perform additional or appointed duties

Possible Plans of Action:

• Inspect DA 5988 (PMCS) on all assigned equipment for maintenance status
• Maintain proficiency on communication system equipment assigned by getting thoroughly involved with the units daily mission
• Perform installation and operation crew drills during SGTs Time
• Maintain equipment accountability/serviceability for future exercises/missions
• Review unit’s policy letters and SOPs
• Maintain COMSEC compliance measures
• Go to gym to improve APFT score
• Discuss communication operations with peers to gain additional knowledge or better ideas to accomplish the unit’s mission
• Input training needs to maintain proficiency in required duties

Possible Leader Responsibilities:

• Provide soldier with all current DA-5988s on all assigned equipment
• Provide soldier with a copy of all SOPs and policy letters
• Provide soldier with short/long term calendars
• Provide soldier with required resources to conduct training and operations
• Provide soldier with manuals and supervision to improve communication operations
• Provide soldier with the proper leadership to get promoted to the next higher grade