RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2006-00249
		INDEX CODE:  131.04
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE:  28 JULY 2007

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

He be granted a time-in-grade waiver to meet eligibility requirements to test in the 06E7 promotion cycle.  

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Since being granted the opportunity to continue serving in the Air Force through the Air Force Return to Duty Program, he is currently serving as a technical sergeant which is a testament of both the effectiveness of the Air Force Return to Duty Program and his commitment to the Air Force and its mission.  Since his return to duty, he has made significant contributions, worked a myriad of crew positions within the Information Management Career Field and has earned two commendation medals, two wing level quarterly awards for excellence in the Communications and Information (C&I) career field and was nominated as a finalist for the annual C&I in 2000 and 2001.   With his experience and a colorful past, he feels he could offer a greater service by working in the capacity of a First Sergeant.  However, the only disqualifying factor is his current rank.  Since he did not meet the minimum eligibility requirements to test in the 2006E7 promotion cycle, he inquired at his MPF if any waiver existed.  He was informed that no provisions or specific guidelines existed in AFI 36-2502 or 36-2604.  He would like his performance reports his total active service and experience be considered and he be granted a waiver to test for the 2006E7 promotion cycle.    

In support of his request, applicant provides a personal statement, copies of his performance reports, awards, certificates and letters of appreciation.  His submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The Military Personnel Database (MilPDS) reflects the applicant’s Total Active Federal Military Service Date as 14 June 1987.  The applicant is currently serving in the grade of technical sergeant (E-6) with a date of rank (DOR) and an effective date of 1 July 2005.  His current duty title is NCOIC, Executive Support.  

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPPWB recommends the application be denied.  DPPPWB states that based on the applicant’s DOR to technical sergeant (1 Jul 05), he will not be eligible for promotion to master sergeant until cycle 07E7.  In accordance with AFI 36-2502, minimum eligibility requirements for promotion to master sergeant is a 7-skill level as of the Promotion Eligibility Cutoff Date, 24 months TIG, 8 years time-in-service, and a written recommendation by the promotion authority.  DPPPWB states that all members must “bide their time” to mature, gain knowledge, attend PME, and develop leadership skills in each rank before advancing to the next rank.   The DPPPWB evaluation is at Exhibit B. 

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Applicant states his work ethic is depicted in his EPRs and also demonstrates his level of maturity and leadership skills.  He asks that his accomplishments since his misconduct and his 19 years of military experience be considered and he be given the opportunity to test for the 06E7 cycle.  Applicant’s letter, with attachment, is at Exhibit D.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.	The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.	The application was timely filed.

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  We noted the applicant’s statements concerning the reasons why he should be granted a waiver to test for the 06E7 promotion cycle.  The applicant’s accomplishments since his misconduct are without dispute, stellar.  However, the evidence provided does not persuade us that granting the applicant a waiver to test for the 06E7 promotion cycle is appropriate.  Rather, we believe that he should continue to mature, gain knowledge and further develop his leadership skills and be recommended by his promotion authority for promotion consideration to master sergeant.  Therefore, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  In the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive Session on 12 April 2006 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence relating to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2006-00249 was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 19 Jan 06, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPPWB, dated 8 Feb 06.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 17 Feb 06.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, Applicant, dated 6 Mar 06, w/atch.