USAF Professionalism Study Guide PDF

Study Guide to SSgt Section 24A—USAF Professional AFH 1 1 November 2021 Chapter 24 PROFESSIONALISM REQUIRED LEVEL OF COMPREHENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION Chapter 24—PROFESSIONALISM SSgt TSgt MSgt SMSgt CMSgt Section 24A—USAF Professional B B C C C 24.1 Professionalism Professionalism describe...

Study Guide to SSgt Section 24A—USAF Professional AFH 1 1 November 2021 Chapter 24 PROFESSIONALISM REQUIRED LEVEL OF COMPREHENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION Chapter 24—PROFESSIONALISM SSgt TSgt MSgt SMSgt CMSgt Section 24A—USAF Professional B B C C C 24.1 Professionalism Professionalism describes who we are as a service and how we conduct ourselves as Airmen and representatives of the USAF. It sets the standards all Airmen are expected to adhere to—and exceed. Professionalism within the USAF is framed by the requirements of trust, loyalty, dignity, and personal commitment. We must be dependable and responsible for our own actions while being good wingmen for fellow Airmen and co-workers. At the root of professionalism is respect. Respect is what bonds every Airman’s contribution to the mission with the collective understanding of what it means to serve with humility and deference for those we serve with. The USAF is a Total Force that effectively leverages the unique capabilities of officer, enlisted, and civilian Airmen across RegAF, Guard, Reserve, and Auxiliary Components. As a Total Force, we are a values-based, mission-focused, people-oriented air and space force. Professionalism is the heart and soul of who we are and who we aspire to be every day. Our sense of professionalism underlies the pride we feel when we say, “I am an American Airman.” Professional Obligation and Status. Every Airman has an obligation to be the very best professional possible. As stated in AFI 1-1, the USAF has a very important national defense mission; and you, as a member of the USAF, have serious responsibilities for carrying out that mission. You are responsible for following orders, performing specific daily tasks related to your duties, and living up to the high standards of the USAF. Maintaining good order and discipline is paramount for mission accomplishment. Our core values demand that Airmen treat others with genuine dignity, fairness, and respect at all times. Each Airman is entitled to fair and unbiased treatment, and each Airman has an obligation to care for, teach, and lead others. We must also maintain loyalty to the USAF’s core values and standards and maintain professionalism and respect for others regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. This respect for others not only involves personal interaction, but also extends to communications and interactions in social media and cyberspace. You must never degrade the public’s trust and confidence in the USAF and in you. Professional status comes to people at different times in their lives and careers. Professional status is expressed by attitudes and commitments, and by internalizing military values. Studying and understanding these factors are vital to Airmen and the future of the USAF. Professional military members of today and tomorrow must accept responsibility for their actions, hold others accountable, and take appropriate action to never hide behind excuses. Focus must be directed toward devoted service to the nation, not on pay, working conditions, or the next assignment. Our Air Force is a critical part of the greatest fighting force the world has ever known. It is powered by the greatest Airmen the world has ever seen. 187 Study Guide to SSgt AFH 1 1 November 2021 Mission-Focused. As Airmen, we stand ready, performing selfless duty in defense of our Nation. We, and our families, are dedicated to answering our Nation’s call, making sacrifices for the good of the mission. We, as Airmen, must have the courage to take appropriate risks when necessary. Our heritage of breaking barriers and accelerating faster, farther, and first drives us to see things differently, continually innovate, and improve our craft to execute the mission. People-Oriented. Our most important resource is the people who commit to serving as USAF professionals. Taking care of our wingmen is our duty. We are an integrated force—strong, able, and ready. We, as Airmen, value the contribution of every USAF member and motivate each other to achieve excellence. We honor and respect all who serve, and when we strengthen our alliances— we are stronger together. Diversity. Diversity is a military necessity. USAF capabilities and warfighting skills are enhanced by diversity among its personnel. At its core, such diversity provides our Total Force an aggregation of strengths, perspectives, and capabilities that transcends individual contributions. USAF personnel who work in a diverse environment learn to maximize individual strengths and to combine individual abilities and perspectives for the good of the mission. Our ability to attract a larger, highly talented, diverse pool of applicants for service with the USAF, both military and civilian, and develop and retain our current personnel will impact our future Total Force. Diversity is about strengthening our force and ensuring our long-term viability to support our mission. 188