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First Sergeant Vacancy Announcement 2025 Poster

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This event is open to ALL JBMDL PERSONNEL! Comprehensive Fitness Day is all about building resilience and connectedness within our community. This year we will have a festival like atmosphere with classes, games, therapy animals, food trucks and more! Contact our office if you have any questions 609-754-5718.

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SPECIALTY QUALIFICATIONS: The person selected must meet the requirements of AFI36-2113, The First Sergeant, AFH 36-2618, The Enlisted Force Structure, and must fully comply with

AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary as well as the ability to work long and irregular hours. A position description of the job can be found in AFI 36-2113, The First Sergeant. First Sergeants are eligible for Special Duty Assignment Pay (SDAP).

PRE-BOARD REQUIREMENTS: Must be a promotable Technical Sergeant or Master Sergeant. Must have scored 80 or above on last two fitness tests, or 90 or above on most current fitness test; no failure or exemptions within the past twelve months. Must enroll and complete the USAF Senior NCO Academy Course within 24 months after completing the FSA. Must possess a Community College of the Air Force degree or must complete this degree within 18 months of completing the FSA. Have a minimum physical profile of PULHES 333231, possess a current 7-skill level, and not have an Assignment Limitation Code (ALC) of C-3. You must be financially stable and meet minimum USAF/ANG standards and overall image must exceed minimum standards.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Any DSG eligible enlisted member desiring consideration should email the following documents as a single PDF document to the 108ᵗʰ Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, CMSgt. Christian Skierski christian.skierski.1@us.af.mil no later than COB 04 May 2025.

1. Letter of intent using the indorsement memo format to include your unit Commander's indorsement

(AFH 33-337, dated 27 May 2015)

2. Official AF Biography with photograph

3. Resume (AFH 33-337)

4. Current vMPF RIP

5. Copy of most recent EPR

6. Individual Fitness Report, generated from Air Force Fitness Management System II, report should

include Fitness History.

A position description of the job can be found in AFI 36-2113, The First Sergeant.. All candidates that pass the board process will remain eligible to fill a First Sergeant Vacancy for a pre-determined time, which will be announced at a later date.

Questions may be directed to the 108th Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, CMSgt Christian Skierski at 609-754-8510 or by email: christian.skierski.1@us.af.mil.

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VRP Flyer with QR Code and New Toll Free Phone Number

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108th Wing Mentorship Program Empowers Airmen

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108th Wing Mentorship Program aims to connect Airmen with mentors for career growth, leadership development, and skill enhancement.

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108th Wing Dedicates Building in Honor of Brigadier General (Ret.) Robert S. Dutko

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Mission Generation Complex Building Dedication Ceremony

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Woods n Water Outdoor Organization

MSgt Eric Suarez 108th MXS/ ASM

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It was predawn on July 5th when the smell of smoke engulfed Lt. Col. Drew Eisenhofer's senses during his routine morning jog around the 108th Wing. "The air smelled like fireworks or firecrackers," said Eisenhofer, 204th Intelligence Squadron commander. "I was like, something is wrong here."

As he jogged towards the wing's headquarters and vehicle yard, he saw smoke. "The smoke became thicker as I moved closer to the vehicle yard," said Eisenhofer. "At that time, you shouldn't be seeing smoke. I walked into the yard. I looked around the truck, and there was clearly a fire."

Moving to safety, Einsenhofer called the 108th Wing Command Post whose number he had memorized. "It was in the back of my mind that this needed to be reported right away or there will be major damage," said Eisenhofer. The 108th Command Post is one of several 24-hour agencies on Joint Base McGuire Dix-Lakehurst that can handle emergency situations. "They have countless checklists for every situation you can encounter," said Einsenhofer. "If there is something that you think needs to be reported, just report it. If nothing happens that's fine, but in a situation like this they can be the ones to let you know."

Command post took the call and acted swiftly. "I heard multiple sirens," said Eisenhofer. "It seemed like all the first responders converged in a couple of minutes. By the time they arrived, it was a pretty big inferno going on."

Eisenhofer's familiarity with his location made for a smooth handover. However, in similar situations, that is not always the case. Many people become disjointed and have difficulty relaying where they are.

The JB MDL Fire and Emergency Services Assistant Chief Scott Stavely advises everyone to call 911 for emergencies on and off base. "The protocol is always 911," said Stavely. "911 calls on base are picked up by the emergency communications center here. We can pinpoint your exact location using nearby cell towers."

A recent survey on base concluded that many individuals do not have a confident grasp on how to respond to emergencies while on base, although most respondents did say 911 would be their first choice. For those looking for additional education, Master Sgt. Stanley Tarasewicz, 108th CES Emergency Management Program Manager, recommends that everyone subscribe to the JB MDL Emergency Management Monthly. The newsletter provides the most up-to-date emergency management information, in addition to protocols on how to report a fire or other major incidents on base. The periodicals can be easily accessed via the 108th Wing's virtual bulletin board, said Tarasewicz.

The fire caused an estimated $62,000 worth of vehicle damage. At first, the dollar amount may seem jarring, but a later assessment concluded the incident could have resulted in a much greater loss if it were not for the quick actions of Lt. Col Eisenhofer and the professional and timely response of the 108th Command Post and JB MDL first responders, said Stavely.

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Quick-Thinking and Rapid Response Save 108th Wing from Major Fire Damage

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A swift report and rapid response contained a fire at the 108th Wing, preventing extensive damage and highlighting the importance of knowing emergency protocols.

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Better together – NGB legal community increases knowledge during training event

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Every year, millions of Americans have their personal data compromised online. On June 8, 2024, the 140th Cyber Operations Squadron held an open house to educate members on the common cyber dangers they may encounter.

The open forum event also served as an opportunity to engage with members who are interested in a cyber career. "We are always on the lookout for members who are interested in joining our mission," said Senior Master Sgt. Christopher Motta, 140th COS, senior enlisted leader. "It was great getting the opportunity to speak with and assist them."

Held during the 108th Wing's June Unit Training Assembly, the Open House was a collaboration between the Wing's Mentoring Council and the 140th COS. The forum included two unclassified briefings on the unit's mission, followed by demonstrations with real-world devices used by adversaries. The attendees learned that constant accessibility to Wi-Fi, while undoubtedly a great convenience, can be easily exploited by malicious actors.

Motta explains that these professional networks "use a variety of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to capitalize on vulnerabilities, gain unauthorized access, exfiltrate data, disrupt services, or cause damage to systems and networks. Most pointedly, creating rogue access points using small hardware devices like a Wi-Fi Pineapple. Rogue access points are illegitimate Wi-Fi networks designed to mirror legitimate ones, thereby luring unsuspecting users into connecting. "Connecting to a Wi-Fi Pineapple can have serious consequences," said Motta. Attackers can intercept and manipulate your network traffic. It can expose sensitive information, compromise your device, and enable unauthorized access to your online accounts."

The risk and challenges of cyber attacks are omnipresent. So much so that the Office of the National Cyber Director presented its first-ever report on the cyber security posture of the United States to the President and Congress. The 2024 Report identified challenges including the increased risk to critical infrastructure and supply chain, and increased incidents of ransomware that pose significant threats to U.S. national security, public safety, and economic prosperity. To stymie such challenges, the Biden-Harris administration recommends recruiting and positioning the best talent in cyberspace, in both the public and private sector, amongst other measures.

One of 16 Air National Guard Cyber Protection Teams that defend networks and systems against threats, the 140th COS has proven itself to be a formidable ally in the fight against cyber attacks. Recognized in Congress for its work with State Partner Nation Albania, the unit is accustomed to conducting workshops in an effort to build global resilience in cybersecurity.

The June open forum may be the first of more to come as careers in cybersecurity are expected to grow by 32% from 2022-2032, according to the U.S. Bureau of labor statistics. Even if you're not a cybersecurity expert , "it is important to be cautious when connecting to Wi-Fi networks, especially public ones," said Motta. "You should always use strong passwords, enable encryption, and avoid transmitting sensitive information over unsecured networks. Additionally, you should regularly monitor your devices for signs of infection and take appropriate security measures, such as using antivirus software and keeping your software up to date."

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Securing the Future:140th Cyber Operations Squadron Educates and Recruits at Open House

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Father's Day is a day each year to recognize and appreciate the dads in our lives. Here at the 108th Wing, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David M. Savino, 108th Operations Group comptroller, reminisces about his late father, Lt. Col. David C. Savino, who also served in the 108th Wing as a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker pilot.

MSgt. Savino described his father as a likable and funny man who loved the outdoors. He recalls a time when he and his twin brother were children who loved pirates, and their father created their very own treasure map to follow from New Jersey to Maine.

"He made a pirate map; made and hid treasure; and had clues to where the treasure was hidden," Savino said. "He even burnt the paper to make it look like an old treasure map and put it in a bottle.

Their father told them he found it while traveling and took them on an adventure to Maine to find their treasure. Only to find when they got to their destination, it had washed away. Although they never found their hidden treasure, Savino reminisces fondly on this time spent with his father

"I always thought it was awesome," Savino said. "He was always taking us on adventures-he always had to do something.

The sense of adventure and humor his dad brought to his life is something that MSgt. Savino tries to emulate with his own children. He wants his children to get out in nature, be active and live life with less screen time.

Lt. Col. Savino started as a U.S. Air Force Republic F-105D Thunderchief pilot. He then started flying the KC-135, and went on to fly for Continental Airlines. Lt. Col. Savino left his mark on the 108th Wing and had the consolidated squadron operations facility named after him in his honor. There, you will find a plaque and display case dedicated to him.

We wish everyone at the 108th Wing a Happy Father's Day!

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