Intel field accepting squadron command applications Published May 14, 2012 By Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO - RANDOLPH, Texas -- Nomination packages for officers interested in intelligence squadron command opportunities are due to the Air Force Personnel Center by June 1, center officials said. Candidates selected will fill projected calendar year 2013 vacancies, said Maj. Nicole Francis, intelligence career field assignments officer. To be considered for command, candidates must be lieutenant colonels with a July 1, 2008 or later date of rank, or lieutenant colonel-selects from the calendar year 2011 promotion board, said Francis. Core intelligence, space and missile, weather, cyber, scientist, engineer and acquisition officers are eligible, but non-intelligence officers must be released by their assignment team before they apply, she said. In addition, non-intelligence officers must have served in at least one intelligence-related assignment since May 31, 2006. "Squadron commanders play a significant role in the success of an organization as mission leaders, advisors and mentors, so only those officers who are ready for the scope of responsibility that command entails should be nominated," said Francis. Selection for a command opportunity is very competitive, she said. "The number of candidates typically exceeds projected or known vacancies, but that helps ensure enough candidates are available for unexpected requirements," said Francis. "All officers on the command candidate list are considered volunteers for worldwide command opportunities," she added. To be considered, officers must submit their statement of intent online via their Airman Development Plan. Nominating authorities (wing commander or equivalent or director) can nominate as many candidates as they choose, but should only nominate those who have the desired qualities for successful command, Francis said. "Nominees should be exceptional leaders, have unimpeachable integrity, exhibit professional competence, and be able to motivate others, among other qualities," she added. For eligibility requirements and nomination procedures, as well as information about other personnel issues, visit the Air Force Personnel Services website at https://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil.