The Navy is encouraging senior and master chief petty officers to apply for the Command Master Chief and Command Senior Chief programs by Nov. 15 for the Jan. 2007 selection board. Prerequisites: possess superior leadership; good communication and administrative skills; personnel counseling skills; sharp military appearance, demeanor, and military bearing; meet all health and physical readiness standards; have an outstanding performance record; be a highly motivated role model; actively involved in quality of life initiatives and programs; no marks below 3.0 on fitness reports for the last five years; and work effectively with all levels of the chain of command. Those selected will be assigned based on billet availability and member’s experience, qualifications and desires. Initial assignments will normally be sea-shore code 2 or 4, regardless of current duty assignment. For more information contact CMDCM (SW/AW) Donald Magnes at (901) 874-4560/DSN 882, or email donald.magnes@navy.mil.