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19D Cavalry Scout NCOER Duty Description Examples

Real NCOER duty description examples for 19D Cavalry Scouts. Covers direct, organizational, and senior leadership levels plus common duty positions including scout team leader, section leader, and troop master gunner.

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What makes a strong 19D duty description?

Cavalry scout duty descriptions should reflect reconnaissance operations, security missions, and the ability to provide intelligence to supported commanders. Reference specific reconnaissance systems, vehicles, and the formations supported. Use cavalry and reconnaissance terminology appropriate to the role.

Duty Descriptions by Rank Level

Direct Level (SGT/SSG)Scout Team Leader

Serves as Scout Team Leader responsible for the training, welfare, and combat readiness of a four-Soldier scout team; Directs mounted and dismounted reconnaissance operations in support of squadron and brigade missions; Operates LRAS3, JCR, and Blue Force Tracker systems to collect and report intelligence on enemy forces and terrain; Maintains accountability and readiness of assigned vehicles, weapons systems, and equipment; Trains team members on reconnaissance techniques, reporting procedures, and vehicle operations; Advises the section leader on team readiness and reports reconnaissance findings to higher headquarters

Organizational Level (SFC)Scout Section Leader

Serves as Scout Section Leader responsible for the training and combat readiness of a nine-Soldier scout section; Plans and directs reconnaissance, surveillance, and security missions in support of squadron operations; Supervises team leaders in the execution of mounted and dismounted reconnaissance operations; Manages section vehicle readiness, weapons maintenance, and equipment accountability; Coordinates intelligence collection and reporting with the squadron S2 and higher reconnaissance elements; Advises the troop commander on reconnaissance findings, threat assessments, and intelligence collection requirements

Senior Level (MSG)Squadron S2 NCOIC

Serves as Squadron S2 NCOIC responsible for intelligence operations and reconnaissance coordination for a cavalry squadron; Supervises intelligence analysts and reconnaissance section leaders in the execution of collection operations; Manages the squadron intelligence collection plan and coordinates reconnaissance requirements with brigade S2; Directs the development of IPB products, threat assessments, and reconnaissance SOPs for all subordinate troops; Coordinates with division cavalry and brigade reconnaissance elements for intelligence sharing and collection support; Advises the squadron S2 officer and commander on intelligence requirements, collection priorities, and threat assessments

Duty Descriptions by Position

Scout Team Leader

Serves as Scout Team Leader directing reconnaissance and security operations for a four-Soldier scout team; Plans and executes mounted and dismounted reconnaissance missions collecting intelligence on enemy forces and terrain; Operates LRAS3 and other reconnaissance systems to detect, identify, and report enemy activity; Maintains team vehicle readiness and manages weapons accountability for all assigned equipment; Reports reconnaissance findings in SALUTE format and coordinates with section leader on collection requirements; Trains team members on reconnaissance techniques, reporting procedures, and vehicle operations

Sniper Team Leader

Serves as Sniper Team Leader responsible for precision marksmanship and reconnaissance operations in support of squadron missions; Plans and executes long-range surveillance and sniper operations in support of commander requirements; Maintains sniper system readiness and manages all assigned precision weapons and optics; Coordinates infiltration, exfiltration, and sustainment requirements with supported unit; Provides reconnaissance and target acquisition in support of direct action and fires missions; Advises the supported commander on sniper employment, threat assessment, and reconnaissance findings

Master Gunner

Serves as Cavalry Master Gunner responsible for the gunnery training program for all scout vehicle crews; Develops and executes gunnery training plans ensuring all crews achieve and maintain qualification standards; Advises the squadron commander and staff on gunnery doctrine, vehicle employment, and direct fire planning; Manages range operations and coordinates live fire training events for the squadron; Conducts crew evaluations and certifies crew proficiency on all assigned weapon systems; Enforces gunnery standards and direct fire systems maintenance across all subordinate troops

Tips for writing 19D duty descriptions

  • Reference specific scout vehicles and systems — M3 Bradley, Stryker, LRAS3, JCR
  • Include reconnaissance and security mission scope
  • Reference cavalry doctrine — FM 3-20.96, FM 3-98
  • Scale scope to rank — SGT leads scout team, SFC leads scout section
  • Include both mounted and dismounted reconnaissance responsibilities

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Common duties at each rank for 19D

SGT
Serves as 19D scout or scout team leader. Maintains assigned vehicle and optics. Conducts reconnaissance drills.
SSG
Serves as 19D Scout Section Sergeant. Leads a scout section. Plans and executes section reconnaissance training.
SFC
Serves as 19D Platoon Sergeant. Mentors section sergeants. Plans platoon-level reconnaissance training.
MSG
Serves as senior 19D NCO at troop or squadron level. Develops platoon sergeants. Runs squadron-level cavalry training.

More example NCOER bullets for 19D duty position

CharacterExceeded Standard
o counseled 19D section on dignity and respect after off-post incident; reinforced standards and zero recurrence followed
LeadsExceeded Standard
o led 19D scout section through reconnaissance lanes at NTC; section rated proficient on all evaluated R&S collective tasks
AchievesExceeded Standard
o trained section on dismounted reconnaissance; section qualified 100 percent on scout skills first attempt at home station

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