The Command Enlisted Advisor (CEA) functions as an intermediate communication link between the command and its enlisted personnel. To stimulate communication among all levels of command and enhance sensitivity to the goals and needs of all personnel, CEA billets have been established at all Area, MLC, and district offices, training centers, and some other major commands. Assignment to CEA duties is reserved for those truly outstanding master chief petty officers who can accomplish the goals enumerated above and are genuinely motivated to serve in such a billet regardless of geographic location. The tour of duty depends on the flag officer's or training command CO's tour of duty.
Qualifications
1. Must serve in pay grade E-9 or pay grade E-8 if above the cutoff on the E-9 Advancement Eligibility List or number one on the E-9 Advancement Eligibility List where the cutoff is zero.
2. Must be within two years of normal tour rotation. A member currently serving in a CEA billet who desires consideration for another similar assignment must be within one year of normal tour rotation.
3. Must have completed one of the Senior Enlisted Academies.
4. Must possess the highest standards of personal integrity, devotion to duty, and financial responsibility.
Submitting Requests
Qualified members desiring assignment as a CEA must submit an application package to Commander, (CGPC-epm-2) for consideration. The package should include at least these items:
1. ADC requesting desire for assignment to CEA duty.
2. The member's statement agreeing to an active duty commitment for three years if selected.
3. Command endorsement indicating the member's current security status and comments on his or her ability to perform a CEA's duties.
4. Two 8" x 10" color photos, one front view (with combination cap) and one profile view (without cover) showing left sleeve with rating badge and hash marks. Photos must be full length with member in Service Dress Blue Bravo.
5. Any additional information appropriate to help in the selection process.
