CHAPTER FOURNSCC FIELD ORGANIZATIONSection 1: General0410 - Organizational Structure 0410.1 NLUS has 17 regions within the continental United States and overseas. NSCC has subdivided these NLUS regions for more efficient control and coordination. The NSCC/NLCC programs in each region are conducted under the general supervision of Regional Directors, who are under the supervision of the NHQ Representative, and under the overall guidance and direction of the Executive Director. 0410.2 Each unit is assigned a unit identification code for data processing purposes. The code, consisting of three numbers and three letters. It identifies the region in which the unit is located and unit name. Unit identification codes appear on NSCC/NLCC identification cards and are used to obtain computer generated reports. They are not used in routine correspondence. This code is not the same and has no link to a DoD UIC. 0410.3 A Field Organization Chart is depicted at Figure 4-7. Section 2: NSCC National Headquarters (NHQ) Representatives 0420 - General 0420.1 NHQ Representatives perform in a supervisory role between National Headquarters (NHQ) and field activities. Their primary function is to help ensure the success of assigned Regional Directors and unit Commanding Officers in attaining program training goals and objectives through oversight and coordination of their respective training and administrative functions. 0421 - Consultant Services 0421.1 NHQ Representative services to be provided within an assigned geographic area include the following:
Section 3: NSCC Regional Directors 0430 - General 0430.1 Regional Directors are appointed by the National Chairman to serve for a period of one or more years. They may be reappointed. There will be at least one Regional Director for each NSCC Region, however, there is no limit as to the number that may be appointed. 0430.2 Regional Directors are accountable for the proper performance of duties and must, prior to appointment, indicate their willingness and commitment to fully support the Cadet programs. 0430.3 A Regional Director who finds it impossible to properly fulfill the duties of office because of illness, or for other reason, should submit his/her resignation to the National Chairman, via the NHQ Representative and Executive Director. 0430.4 Regional Directors report to the designation NHQ Representative, but when appropriate, have access to the National Chairman via the Executive Director. This establishes the Chain of Command within each Regional Director's region and NHQ Representatives' area. 0430.5 An NSCC officer in the grade of Lieutenant may be appointed as a Lieutenant Commander upon assignment as Regional Director at the direction of the NSCC National Chairman. This will be a one year probationary appointment which may be made permanent upon satisfactory performance of all duties and responsibilities. 0430.6 Where there are two or more Regional Directors within a region, one may be selected or elected by the group to serve as a facilitator responsible for coordinating region-wide programs such as training, flagships, inspections, ORI, etc. Regional facilitators serve at the pleasure of the Executive Director who will assign their responsibilities in addition to normal duties as a Regional Director. Creation of an additional echelon in the chain of command for this position is not authorized. 0431 - Duties/Responsibilities 0431.1 Regional Directors are responsible for helping to ensure the success of unit commanding officers through oversight of training and administrative functions of assigned units, and only for those units. They have the authority to direct actions as may be necessary to meet this responsibility keeping the President/Committee Chairman of the sponsoring NLUS Council, or other sponsoring organizations informed. Specific duties/responsibilities of Regional Directors include, but are not limited to, the following:
0432 - Regional Director Allowance 0432.1 Regional Directors receive a quarterly allowance from National Headquarters to help defray costs of regional administration and activities. The amount paid is on a per cadet basis and is based on the number of cadets, both NSCC and NLCC, enrolling or reenrolling during each quarter (31 March, 30 June, 30 September and 31 December). 0432.2 Payment of allowance will be withheld pending receipt of the required quarterly report. (See Sub-Section 0433) Quarterly allowance funds will be transferred to the general operating fund at the end of the fiscal year for those Regional Directors delinquent in reporting at the end of each quarter. 0432.3 Regional Directors will submit an accounting of funds to National Headquarters along with any excess funds, when they are relieved of their appointment. National Headquarters will disburse funds to any successor. 0433 - Regional Director Report 0433.1 Regional Directors will submit a narrative report on the status of assigned units and an accounting of funds received on a quarterly basis, to arrive no later than ten days following the end of the quarter (10 April, 10 July, 10 October, and 10 January). 0433.2 The narrative report should provide the information needed to accurately assess the operational status of assigned units, commenting on both problem areas and accomplishments/achievements. Planned corrective actions, where indicated will be noted. The report should include progress in resolving problem areas previously reported, status of forming units, reports on liaison visits, planned regional training activities, and other information needed to accurately reflect conditions within the region. 0433.3 An accounting of funds received/expended during the previous quarter will be submitted using NSCC Regional Directors Financial Report Form (NSCADM 019). 0434 - Regional Director Meeting 0434.1 An annual national meeting of Regional Directors will be held for orientation and training. The purpose of the meeting is to reinforce their understanding of the role, responsibilities and authority of their position; and, to discuss/resolve issues raised in regional operations/administration and submissions from their units. Section 4: NSCC Associate Regional Directors/Regional Staff 0440 - General 0440.1 Associate Regional Directors may be appointed by the Executive Director, acting for the National Chairman, at the request of the Regional Director. Associate Regional Directors will perform such duties as may be assigned by the Regional Director in furtherance of the NSCC/NLCC programs. Where qualified personnel are available, each region will have Associate Regional Director for:
The above are the only authorized Associate Regional Director positions. 0440.2 Regional staff officers may be assigned, as requested by the Regional Director, in accordance with Regional Staff billet descriptions/rank structure. Duties include, but not limited to operations, administration, training, recruiting, retention, supply, public relations and such other duties as may be assigned. Personnel assigned to the regional staff should be experienced officers, preferably assigned as a post-command tour. officers will not normally be assigned to a regional staff upon initial appointment. Section 5: Organizational Relationships 0450 - National Headquarters (NHQ) Representatives 0450.1 NHQ Representatives function as national headquarters representatives for the Executive Director in the performance of their assigned duties. 0450.2 Regional Directors report to the NHQ Representative and will comply with their guidance and direction, and shall keep the NHQ Representative informed about matters concerning assigned units. Regional Directors have direct access (when appropriate) to the Executive Director, keeping the NHQ Representative informed. 0451 - Unit Commanding Officer 0451.1 Unit commanding officers report to the Regional Director have direct access (when appropriate) to their respective NHQ Representatives. Compliance to the NSCC chain of command is absolutely essential. 0451.2 Unit commanding officers will comply with the direction of the NSCC chain of command in accordance with these Regulations and NSCC Bylaws. The unit must establish a good relationship with the Committee Chairman/Council President to insure the success of the unit in accomplishing its mission. 0451.3 Unit commanding officers will maintain a liaison with the "host: of their meeting location to ensure continued usage of the facility. This may be the school principal, the Commander of the American Legion Post, the base of DoD activity commanding officer, to ensure continued usage of the facility. |