COMDTINST 5300.13C — Special Command Aide Management

COMDTINST 5300.13C governs Special Command Aide duties, assignments, training, work hours, travel, and authorized uses.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 5300.13C
  • Title: SPECIAL COMMAND AIDE MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 12/1/2017
  • Proponent: CG-09

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The publication addresses SCA program management, responsibilities, selection, training, work schedules, travel reimbursement, and official events. It requires newly assigned SCAs to attend required courses before their first SCA tour, subject to a stated waiver authority.

Applies to: Personnel serving in the above assignments can use this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • Special Command Aide duties
  • Representational Facility support
  • SCA selection procedures
  • SCA training courses
  • SCA work hours
  • SCA travel reimbursement
  • Authorized use of SCAs

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of Special Command Aides?

Special Command Aides (SCAs) are authorized for the purpose of relieving the Flag Officers of those minor tasks and details which, if performed by the Flag Officers, would be at the expense of the Flag Officers’ primary military and other official duties and responsibilities.

Where can Special Command Aides be assigned?

There are several SCA assignments outside of REPFACs.

What qualifications are required for SCA selection?

SCA positions are reserved for only the most outstanding Culinary Specialists.

What security clearance is required for an SCA?

Have a current secret security clearance.

What training must newly assigned SCAs complete?

The Education and Training Quota Management Command (ETQC) provides two required courses to newly assigned SCAs, who must attend both courses before reporting for their first SCA tour.

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