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United States Joint Task Force
“Tip of the Spear”
Charter and Bilaws
V 2.4 (JAN 2013)
Fourth Division Second Division
Third DivisionFirst Division
USJTF “Special Warfare” Corps
Fifth Division
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What is this manual?
This USJTF manual provides a doctrinal framework on how the United States Joint Task Force Operates with our
Code of Conduct, Special Warfare Creed, and USJTF bylaws. It also addresses administrative issues and the layout
of the USJTF in all aspects of operations. Content discussion includes rules that apply to the organization of the
USJTF and our regulations in the current operational environment. It is not intended to be a stand-alone
publication. To fully understand operations of the United States Joint Task Force, leaders must have an
understanding of all aspects of operations, organization, and doctrine encompassing the organization.
This manual provides the “Checks and Balances” That an all-Volunteer organization needs!
The primary audiences for this manual are Infantry, Reconnaissance, and Special Warfare Company Commanders,
Executive Officers, Strike Group Leaders, Strike Team Leaders, and Individual Enlisted members. Secondary
audiences include Corps, Division, Brigade, and Battalion Commanders and Executive Officers in the Senior USJTF
Command Structure to include Sergeant Majors. Training cadre of the USJTF Special warfare schools and their
appointed administrative staff are also directed to teach doctrine from the USJTF Charter and bylaws.
USJTF leaders and members must understand our Code of Conduct, Special Warfare, Creed, and USJTF bylaws.
They should use this manual as a set along with the publications listed in the references.
The version number (Current Version Number 2.4) identifies the current copies from the previous editions. They are
intended to apply across the entire spectrum of the USJTF Program.
The proponent for this publication is USJTF Headquarters. The preparing agency is the Senior Command Staff
(USJTF). You may send comments and recommendations for improvement of this manual by e-mail, or
telephone. Point of contact information follows:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 785-365-9815
This publication applies to all members of the United States Joint Task Force (USJTF) unless otherwise stated.
Teams are encouraged to print a hard copy of this manual for review.
Unless otherwise stated, whenever the masculine gender is used, both men and women are implied.
Bradley Crawford
Bradley Crawford
Major General (Airsoft), USJTF
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Table of Contents USJTF Commander Introduction (Page 2)
USJTF Table Of Contents (Page 3)
USJTF Code of Conduct and Special Warfare Creed (Page 4)
I. USJTF Media Regulations and Member Fees (Page 5)
II. USJTF Eligibility and Enlistment (Page 6) III. USJTF Rank and Promotions (Page 6-15)
IV. USJTF Commanding Officer (Lieutenant General) (Page 15-16)
V. General Officers (General-Brigadier General) (Page 16-18)
VI. Field Grade Officers (Colonel-Major) (Page 18-19)
VII. Company Grade Officers (Captain-Second Lieutenant) (Page 20-12)
VIII. Enlisted Members (Sergeant Major-Operator) (Page 21-24)
IX. Official USJTF Events (Page 24-25)
X. USJTF Uniform (Page 25)
XI. Voting (Page 25-27)
XII. Conflict of Interest (Page 27)
XIII. Separation policy due to misconduct (Page 27-28)
XIV. Safety Procedures and use of Legal Fields (Page 28-32)
XV. USJTF Cadet Program (Page 32-33)
XVI. USJTF Event Hosting Rules (Page 33)
XVII. Amendment Changes (Page 33)
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I. You are a member of the Task Force, a fighting man or woman with a true dedication to MILSIM
Airsoft and the essence of teamwork at your side representing the Worldwide Allied Countries of the
USJTF. Never will you forget the virtues of honor, integrity, teamwork and dedication as you are a
Task Force Operator.
II. You will always train yourself to a higher standard, and be humble to the fact never wavering in
this regard. Never will you revert to physical or verbal arguments to resolve issues on the field or off
the field. Professionalism will be your motto as you will lead the way in your conduct regardless of
the situation. Cheating to gain an advantage on the Airsoft field will not be tolerated.
III. If you are senior in rank you will take command, if you are junior in rank you will follow the
leaders appointed over you. Regardless of team affiliation all members will respect the Task Force
Rank System at all levels from ALL Countries. In the absence of orders the most senior officer or
enlisted member will lead his or her USJTF Operators onward to victory.
IV. USJTF leaders will respect Subordinates and lead by example at all times. USJTF Leaders will
not give an order that they are not willing to do themselves. Task Force leaders are not allowed to
belittle or talk down to Junior Task Force members at any level. Respect will be maintained at all
levels of the Chain of Command both up and down the chain.
V. USJTF Enlisted members will follow all orders given by the USJTF officers appointed over them
regardless of the Situation. USJTF Officers will also follow all orders given to them by the Senior
Staff appointed over them regardless of the Situation. All Operators are encouraged to offer
suggestions on the field of battle, but once the decision has been made by the senior ranking
member regardless of affiliation, all Task Force members are required to follow orders given by the
Senior USJTF Member on the field.
I am a Special Warfare (SW) Operator a master of my tactical and technical trade. I am proficient
with my weapons systems and know how to employ them to the environment. I am a warfighter
capable of fighting in the woods or in the city, in the day or in the night. Weather does not my hinder
my ability to operate on the Airsoft field as I will use it for the advantages it possesses. As a
Special Warfare Operator I know how to use the terrain to enhance my situational awareness and
battlefield prowess. I move silently, but quickly with solid drilled training and plans executing
missions given to me with professionalism and honor. I am honed with the skills needed to survive
and to excel on the modern day Airsoft battlefield.
I am a humble minded individual who has the confidence and dedication to get the job done, no
matter what the odds. I will always strive to be a team player that trains others on the skills I learn
to enhance the sport with the future generation. I will assist new and upcoming players alike and
will be patient and tactful to my students never wavering in this regard. I will constantly hone my
skills to enhance the readiness in the community and the Task Force. This is what makes me the
total sum of my parts, a warrior, a mentor, and a Professional!
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USJTF Charter and Bylaw’s V 2.4 (JAN 2013)
I. USJTF (United States Joint Task Force)
1. The name of the organization/agency/group shall always be the USJTF or United States
Joint Task Force during all official sanctioned USJTF events, Training days, or
organizational travels as a Joint group regardless of world location.
2. All USJTF Members are expected to Abide by the USJTF Bylaw’s, Code of Conduct, and for
Special Warfare Members (The Special Warfare Creed) at all times during official
sanctioned USJTF events, Training days, or organizational travels as a Joint group. Teams
are encouraged to keep a good reputation, excellent conduct, professionalism, Integrity,
and Honor at all times off USJTF time as we are all representatives of the Organization.
3. Use of USJTF patches, badges, rank, seals, symbols, and other USJTF images and videos
are not to be trademarked or used for unofficial purposes. Unofficial purposes include
claims of team ownership of any of the above items, claims of individual ownership of any
of the items above, any use of NON-USJTF Entities, or use of any items above for
derogatory or distasteful purposes. They belong to the USJTF and all members who
represent it!
4. Any team or individual associated with the USJTF are authorized to create USJTF
Pictures, Media items, or Videos to promote the program. All Pictures, Media items, or
Videos used to promote official sanctioned USJTF events, Training days, or organizational
travels as a Joint group will include the following:
All members participating in any official USJTF Media shoots or in a position to be
interviewed by a NON-USJTF Media group will be in the full USJTF Uniform and conduct
themselves as professionals.
Use of Derogatory language, racist or sexist remarks, use of pornography, unsafe acts, or
acts of less than moral character during the Media shoot are prohibited.
Member Teams are allowed to promote themselves in the USJTF (For recruiting drives,
Events promotion, EXC) during USJTF Media shoots as long as the USJTF is mentioned in
the Media shoot and they are wearing the FULL USJTF uniform as prescribed in USJTF
Regulations.
If USJTF Media items or Videos are used to promote official sanctioned USJTF events,
Training days, or organizational travels as a Joint group are made the organization asks
that the originating members please share them on the USJTF website under their home
state link.
There is no fee, or join up cost is applied to USJTF Membership at any time.
Training is provided “at the cost” of charges for all USJTF Members as stated in the USJTF
Bylaw’s except for Special Warfare Courses with a 40 Dollar (20 EURO Fee) MAX given back to
the school. No profit will be made on any USJTF School. Members will put all profits made at
Special Warfare Schools back to the school to buy materiel for the next set of students to
improve the course or the next generation.
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Only “Legitimate” fields and training grounds are used by the USJTF at ALL Times! Members
will have the right to charge fees to run events (At a reasonable cost) or all events conducted
by the Task Force. USJTF Teams who host local games have the option of keeping the money
for themselves, Donating to charity, or donating the money to their state command for
equipment and supplies to be voted on by the team who raised the money at the event in
question.
II. USJTF Eligibility and Enlistment
The USJTF will provide equal opportunity and fair treatment for all personnel, and family
members, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, or National origin, or Age, and
provide an environment free from sexual harassment.
Applicants will be over the age of 15 or older For Officer and Enlisted
Applicants will be between the ages of 13-15 years old for the USJTF Cadet Program.
Teams will have minimum of (5) Players upon application (And through their
membership) and are made into companies that fall under state or country brigades in
the USJTF program.
Individuals can join each Brigade under the Reserve Company located in each Brigade,
The Chapter Commander places them as necessary.
Teams will contact their local Commanders of their states and countries prior to
joining the USJTF.
Teams and Individuals will register on the USJTF Website prior to joining the USJTF.
III. USJTF Promotions
The New USJTF promotion standards are broken down into three sections (By order here):
1)Initial Entry of USJTF Teams, Members, and Reserve Forces
2)The promotion of Officers in the USJTF Rank Structure
3)The Promotion of Senior Sergeants, Sergeants, and Operators in the USJTF Rank Structure
1) Initial Entry of USJTF Teams, Members, and Reserve Forces
Initial Entry into the USJTF (Starting Teams): Starting teams and individuals to the USJTF are
authorized the following rank structure upon arrival into the program in Two distinct
categories:
1) USJTF USA Chapter Program (Starting)
2) USJTF Chapter Worldwide Program (Starting)
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1) The USA Chapter Program (Starting Teams includes):
The USJTF Member is the current “MULTICAM Uniformed Force” of the USJTF and the Active
Duty component of its Airsoft Arm. These Forces are the same worldwide regardless of
location.
These members wear the USJTF MULTICAM Battle Uniform
http://www.wix.com/usjtfstaff/uniform in the Task Force.
All Members in the USJTF are the professionals of the organization and are expected to
achieve and excel at their duties. USJTF Members are outside the box thinkers expected to
train on Tactics, Strategy, and Command based tasks on the airsoft battlefield through self-
education and self-will. The USJTF Member takes average men and women in the sport and
molds them into something special in the MILSIM airsoft World. As a USJTF Member you’ll
learn about structure, discipline, service, dedication, and commitment. You’ll become
stronger—both physically and mentally in both your airsoft and your daily life—and be better
equipped to take care of yourself and others in just about any situation.
Requirements to be a "Member" in the USJTF:
1) 15 Years or older
2) Must buy a USJTF Multicam Battle Uniform
3) Must have a dedication and willingness to learn!
4) Willing to go the Extra Mile for not just yourself but others!
5) Be a supporting member of the USJTF in your local community!
6) Anyone including members in “Reserve” Teams who meet Regular requirements can be
USJTF Regulars.
The USJTF USA “Regular” Command Structure (Starting):
Command Group
(1) First Lieutenant (Company Commander)
(1) Sergeant First Class (Acting as the Senior Sergeant or Acting First Sergeant)
(1) Second Lieutenant (Acting as the XO or Executive Officer)
(1) Corporal (RTO or Radio Telephone Operator)
Strike Section Leadership: If companies have two or more full strike groups they can Form a
"Strike Section" (Platoon equivalent) In the USJTF. Strike Sections can only be formed when 2
or more full strike teams are present in one team.
Strike Section Leadership includes:
(1) Second Lieutenant (Strike Section Commander)
(1) Sergeant First Class (Strike Section Sergeant)
Strike Group Leadership:
Strike Groups (our equivalent of a Squad) are made with as many people as the team provides
in manpower as regardless of team size as teams can fill as many Strike Groups as they have
personnel. Teams will fill the following ranks based off of the best trained people possible to
hold them.
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The organization and ranks for a Strike Group include:
Strike Group (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta...EXC based on phonetic order as far as it can go)
Strike Group Sergeant (Staff Sergeant....NCO in Charge of ALL Enlisted members of the Strike
Group)
Corporal (RTO or Radio Telephone Operator)
Strike Group (Our equivalent for a Squad in the USJTF)
Strike Group Command
Strike Group Leader (Staff Sergeant)
Strike group Radio telephone Radio Operator (Corporal)
Strike Team Alpha
Strike Team Leader (Sergeant)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Strike Team Bravo
Strike Team Leader (Sergeant)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Attached rules:
1) Teams can add or take away from Strike Groups (EXAMPLE: have up to 5 but no less than 3
personnel in a fire team)
2) Teams MUST have a fully functional Command Group at all times (No Exception)
3) ALL Strike Groups must be manned by a Staff Sergeant for the Command of that Strike
Group (Unless time and rank advancements dictate)
4) All members in a USJTF Unit must have a USJTF Multicam Battle Uniform in their
possession complete when they are in the organization.
2) USJTF Worldwide Program
The Worldwide Program includes:
Command Group
(1) Major (Battalion Commander for the Country...Can be expanded to a Brigade Commander
(Colonel) if Three Battalions exist in the set Country)
(1) Sergeant Major (Acting as the Battalion Sergeant Major). Can be expanded to a Brigade
Sergeant Major if Three Battalions exist in the set Country.
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(1) Captain (Acting as Battalion Executive officer...Can be expanded to a Brigade Executive
Officer (Major) if Three Battalions exist in the set Country)
(1) Sergeant (RTO or Radio Telephone Operator)
If Extra Battalions Exist: (3 Teams in a different geographical location in the same Country)
Two personnel will be assigned to report the Brigade Command Group for their set regions as
assigned by the Colonel of the Country.
(1) Major (Battalion Commander....To report to the Brigade Commander of the Rank of
Colonel)
(1) Sergeant Major (Battalion Sergeant Major....To report to the Brigade Sergeant Major)
Company Command: Each company (Independent Airsoft Team) is organized into Companies.
Each Battalion has a minimum of 3 Companies and a Maximum of 5 Companies.
Each Company or Airsoft Team participating with the USJTF will have:
(1) Captain (Company Commander for each One to Three Strike Groups in a Country...Based
on team size)
(1) First Sergeant (For each Company encompassing One to Three Strike Groups in a
Country...Based on team size)
(1) First Lieutenant (As the Executive Officer For each Company encompassing One to Three
Strike Groups in a Country...Based on team size)
Strike Section Leadership: If companies have two full strike groups they can Form a "Strike
Section" (Platoon equivalent) In the USJTF. Strike Sections can only be formed when 2 or
more full strike teams are present in one team.
Strike Section Leadership includes:
(1) Second Lieutenant (Strike Section Commander)
(1) Sergeant First Class (Strike Section Sergeant)
Strike Groups (our equivalent of a Squad) are made with as many people as the team provides
in manpower as regardless of team size as teams can fill as many Strike Groups as they have
personnel. Teams will fill the following ranks based off of the best trained people possible to
hold them. These formations are the same around the World.
The ranks for a Strike Group include:
Strike Group (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta...EXC based on phonetic order as far as it can go)
Strike Group Leader (Staff Sergeant....NCO in Charge of ALL Enlisted members of the Strike
Group)
Strike Team (Our equivalent for a Fire Team)
Strike Team Alpha
Strike Team Leader (Sergeant)
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Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Strike Team Bravo
Strike Team Leader (Sergeant)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Designated Marksman/Rifleman/Machine Gunner/Grenadier (Operator)
Attached rules:
1) Teams can add or take away from Strike Teams (EXAMPLE: have up to 5 but no less than 3
personnel in a fire team)
2) Strike Group’s MUST have a fully functional Staff Sergeant at all times (No Exception)
3) ALL Strike Groups must be manned by a Staff Sergeant for the Command element of that
Strike Group (No Exception)
4) All members in a “Regular” USJTF Unit must have a USJTF Multicam Battle Uniform in their
possession complete when they are USJTF “Regulars” in the organization.
5) USJTF Regulars will earn the “Full time USJTF Ribbon” and a title of “Regular” on their
profile block.
USJTF Promotion Officer Criteria
Promotion Requirements for officers:
From Second Lieutenant To First Lieutenant: Key leaders (Company Commander: Captain, And
the First Sergeant of the Company) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for
promotion to have the compliance and ability to lead a Strike Group and take on the role of an
Executive Officer. This is evaluated after a 6 month period of service with the USJTF of their
assigned rank (The date assigned to the organization) where the Second Lieutenant took on
duties with the company assigned as his or her rank in a successful effort. The Company
Commander will decide to either promote the Second Lieutenant or keep him or her at their
current rank for the next 6 month evaluation period. After an additional six months if they did
not make it the first promotion board the Officer in question will be reevaluated for promotion
by the board (Captain and the First Sergeant of the Company are assigned to the board). The
officer in question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the standard required for promotion.
From First Lieutenant To Captain: Key leaders Battalion Commander: Major, And the Sergeant
Major of the Battalion) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for promotion to have
the compliance and ability to lead a Company and take on the role of a Company Commander.
This is evaluated after a 6 month period of service with the USJTF of their assigned rank (The
date assigned) where the First Lieutenant took on the duties with the company assigned as
his or her rank in a successful effort. The Battalion Commander will decide to either promote
the First Lieutenant or keep him or her at their time rank for the next 6 month evaluation
period. After an additional six months if they did not make it the first promotion board the
Officer in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (Captain And the First
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Sergeant of the Company are assigned to the board). The officer in question will be RE-
Boarded until they meet the standard required for promotion.
From Captain To Major: Key leaders (Brigade Commander: Colonel and the Sergeant Major of
the Brigade) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for promotion to have the
compliance and ability to lead a Battalion and take on the role of a Battalion Commander. This
is evaluated after a 12 month period of service with the USJTF on the time of service of their
assigned rank (The date assigned) where the Captain took on the duties with the company
assigned as his or her rank in a successful effort. The Brigade Commander will decide to
either promote the Captain or keep him or her at their time rank for the next 6 month
evaluation period. After an additional six months if they did not make it the first promotion
board the Officer in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (Brigade
Commander: Colonel And the Sergeant Major of the Brigade are assigned). The officer in
question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the standard required for promotion.
From Major to Lieutenant Colonel: Key leaders (Brigade Commander: Colonel And the Sergeant
Major of the Brigade) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for promotion to have
the compliance and ability to lead a Brigade or a National USJTF Staff and take on the role of
either a Brigade or a National USJTF Staff. This is evaluated after a 12 month period of service
with the USJTF of their assigned rank (The date assigned) where the Captain took on the
duties with the company assigned as his or her rank in a successful effort. The Brigade
Commander will decide to either promote the Captain or keep him or her at their time rank for
the next 6 month evaluation period. After an additional six months if they did not make it the
first promotion board the Officer in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board
(Brigade Commander: Colonel And the Sergeant Major of the Brigade are assigned). The officer
in question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the standard required for promotion.
From Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel: Key leaders (Division Commander: Brigadier General and
the Sergeant Major of the Division) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for
promotion to have the compliance and ability to lead a USJTF Brigade. This is evaluated after
a 12 month period of service with the USJTF of their assigned rank (The date assigned) where
Lieutenant Colonel took on the duties with the Battalion assigned as his or her rank in a
successful effort. The Division Commander will decide to either promote the Lieutenant
Colonel or keep him or her at their time rank for the next 6 month evaluation period. After an
additional six months if they did not make it the first promotion board the Officer in question
will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (Division Commander: Brigadier General And
the Sergeant Major of the Division are assigned). The officer in question will be RE-Boarded
until they meet the standard required for promotion
From Colonel to Brigadier General: Key leaders (USJTF Commander: Major General and the
Command Sergeant Major of the USJTF) will identify the ability of the Officer in Question for
promotion to have the compliance and ability to lead a Division and take on the role of a
Division Commander. This is evaluated after a 12 month period of service with the USJTF of
their assigned rank (The date assigned) where the Colonel took on the duties with the Brigade
assigned as his or her rank in a successful effort. The USJTF Commander will decide to either
promote the Colonel or keep him or her at their time rank for the next 6 month evaluation
period. After an additional six months if they did not make it the on the first promotion board
the Officer in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (USJTF Commander:
Major General and the Command Sergeant Major of the USJTF are assigned to the review
board). Review Boards will be held every 6 months until the Officer in question holds the skills
to advance in his or her field.
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So in closing the promotion rate (If you lead the way) is:
2LT to 1LT: 9 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
1LT to CPT: 25-35 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
CPT to MAJ: 100-150 USJTF Troops under your command (12 Months)
MAJ to LTC: 150-250 USJTF Troops under your command (12 Months)
LTC to COL: 250-1000 USJTF Troops under your command (12 Months)
COL to BG: 1000-2500 USJTF Troops under your command (12 Months)
Total time to Brigadier General: 5 Years
USJTF Promotion Enlisted Criteria
Promotion Requirements for enlisted members:
3) The Promotion of Senior Sergeants, Sergeants, and Operators in the USJTF Rank Structure
Enlisted Members in the USJTF will be promoted off of requirements of success, dedication,
ability to lead operators in airsoft combat, and commitment to the program. All USJTF Enlisted
Members are required to uphold the highest traditions of Military Honor, True Brotherhood,
Teamwork, Respect, humbleness, Integrity, Dedication, and total group effort. Team
commanders of these Enlisted men and women and if necessary Higher command (For
Lieutenant Colonels and above) will promote enlisted members on their merits, commitment to
the organization, and their ability to lead Airsoft players at higher levels of responsibility.
Cadet (UE-1):
Cadets are our USJTF member between the ages of 13-15 who cannot participate in large
scale events, or USJTF Schools but are the future of our Program. They hold no rank (Blank
rank patch) in the USJTF but are eligible for training events with USJTF units worldwide.
These members are eligible for training at any time with USJTF units they request. Once they
turn 15 they are awarded the rank of Operator First Class for their Training service and are
assigned to USJTF Units Worldwide.
Promotion Standards: None
Operator (UE-2) Operator First Class (UE-3):
The Operator is the Start of the USJTF rank system, serving as Operators for some of the
smallest Task Force units such as Strike Teams. They principally serve as Riflemen, Support
Gunners, Designated Marksmen, and Anti/Tank Gunners in Strike Teams (4 Man Teams).
Operators are responsible for their individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness.
To be an “Operator” is a step taken to become a professional in their trade. Although it is the
lowest rank in the Task Force, the Operator has very important responsibilities that can make
or break the success of the Task Force.
ALL NEW AIRSOFT PLAYERS WITH LESS THAN ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE WILL START AS A
(UE-2) OPERATOR IN THE USJTF (NO EXCEPTIONS)!
Promotion Standards: Operator to Operator First Class: Key leaders grading the promotion
(First Sergeant of the Company the Operator is assigned) will identify the ability of the
Operator in Question for promotion to have the compliance and ability to serve in a Strike
Team and take on multiple roles in the team. This is evaluated after a 4 month period of
service with the USJTF of their assigned rank (The date assigned to the organization) where
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the Operator took on duties as a Riflemen, Support Gunner, Designated Marksmen, or
Anti/Tank Gunner in Strike Team with his or her rank in a successful effort.
The Company First Sergeant will decide to either promote the Operator or keep him or her at
their current rank for the next 4 month evaluation period with a fair and due process. After an
additional four months if they did not make it the first promotion board the Operator in
question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (The First Sergeant of the Company
the Operator is assigned to will make the Final Determination on Promotion). The Operator in
question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the standard required for promotion.
Corporal (UE-4)
The corporal is the base of the NCO ranks, serving as leader of the smallest Task Force units,
principally; Strike Team leaders (4 Men). Like sergeant, corporals are responsible for the
individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of their Operators. As the command
sergeant major is known as the epitome of success in the NCO corps, the corporal is the
beginning of the NCO corps. As the NCO corps is known as the backbone of the Task Force,
the corporal is the backbone of the NCO corps. Can act as a Strike Team Leader or serve in a
Strike Team
Promotion Standards: Operator First Class to Corporal: Key leaders grading the promotion:
(First Sergeant of the Company the Operator is assigned) will identify the ability of the
Operator First Class in Question for promotion to have the compliance and ability to serve as a
Strike Team Leader. This is evaluated after a 4 month period of service with the USJTF of
their assigned rank (The date assigned) where the Operator First Class took on duties as a
Riflemen, Support Gunner, Designated Marksmen, or Anti/Tank Gunner in Strike Team with his
or her rank in a successful effort.
The Company First Sergeant will decide to either promote the Operator First class or keep him
or her at their current rank for the next 4 month evaluation period with a fair and due process.
After an additional four months if they did not make it the first promotion board the Operator
First class in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (The First Sergeant of
the Company the Operator First Class is assigned to will make the Final Determination on
Promotion). The Operator First Class in question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the
standard required for promotion.
Sergeant Ranks (UE-5-8)
Of all the NCO ranks, these ranks, very possibly, has the greatest impact on lower-ranking
Task Force Members. Operators, who are the basic manpower strength of the Task Force,
generally have sergeants as their first NCO leaders. It is to the ranks of sergeants that the
Operators look for example. Sergeants are responsible for the individual training, personal
appearance and cleanliness of their Operators. The authority of the sergeants is equal to that
of any other NCO rank. The sergeants must be unquestionably competent in order to carry out
the mission correctly, accomplish each task and care for assigned Operators. The rank of
sergeant is not a position in which to learn how to become a leader - no apprenticeship here.
While certainly the new sergeant will be developed new skills, strengthening old ones and
generally better, he or she is a sergeant, and is no less a professional than those grades of
rank to come. Commands Strike Groups and Strike Teams
Promotion Standards: Sergeant to Master Sergeant: Key leaders grading the promotion: (The
First Sergeant regardless of Sergeant Rank assigned) will identify the ability of the Sergeant in
Question for promotion to have the compliance and ability to serve as a Strike Team or Strike
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Group Sergeant. This is evaluated after a 6 month period of service (For Each Sergeant Rank)
with the USJTF of their assigned rank (The date assigned) where the Sergeant took on duties
as a Strike Team Leader, Strike Group Sergeant, or additional duty) with his or her rank in a
successful effort. The Company First Sergeant will decide to either promote the Sergeant or
keep him or her at their current rank for the next 4 month evaluation period with a fair and due
process (Per Sergeant Rank). After an additional four months if they did not make it the first
promotion board the Sergeant in question will be reevaluated for promotion by the board (The
First Sergeant of the Company is assigned to will make the Final Determination on Promotion).
The Sergeant in question will be RE-Boarded until they meet the standard required for
promotion.
First Sergeant (UE-8)
When you are talking about the first sergeant, you are talking about the lifeblood of the
Company in which He or She serves. There can be no substitute for this position or any
questions of its importance. When first sergeants are exceptional, their units are exceptional,
regardless of any other single personality involved. Perhaps their ranks insignia should be the
keystone rather than the traditional one depicted here. It is the position of first sergeant in
which almost all unit operations merge. The first sergeant holds formations, advises the
Company Commander (Captain) and assists in training all enlisted members. The first sergeant
is proud of the unit and, understandably, wants others to be aware of the unit's success. For
the first time, the title of address for this grade is not sergeant it is "first sergeant." There is a
unique relationship of confidence and respect that exists between the first sergeant and the
Company Commander (Captain) not found at another level within the Task Force. Responsible
for all Enlisted Operators in his or her Company
Promotion Standards: First Sergeant: Key leaders grading the promotion: (The Company
commander Selects the First Sergeant) The Company Commander will select his or her First
Sergeant from the best the USJTF has to offer (Sergeants Corps) on His or Her Team. These
men or women will be responsible for conduct, integrity, and the maintaining of standards of
the unit. First Sergeants must serve at least 6 Months as a Strike Group Sergeant to be
qualified for the position.
Sergeant Major (UE-9)
Enlisted Operators who attain the distinction of being selected to be Sergeant Major are the
epitome of success in their chosen field, in this profession of arms. There is no higher grade of
rank for enlisted Task Force Members, and there is no greater honor. The Sergeant Major
carries out policies and standard of the performance, training, appearance and conduct of
enlisted personnel. The Sergeant Major advises and initiates recommendations to the
commander and staff in matters pertaining to the local NCO support channel. Perhaps slightly
wider and more experienced than the First Sergeant, the Sergeant Major is expected to
function completely without supervision. Like the old sage of times past, the Sergeant Major's
counsel is expected to be calm, settled and unequivocally accurate, but with an energy and
enthusiasm that never wanes, even in the worst of times. Responsible for all Enlisted
Operators in the Unit assigned.
Sergeant Majors must have served at a least 12 Months as a First Sergeant and are picked and
appointed to their ranks by their area Commander (Lieutenant Colonel or Higher).
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So in closing the promotion rate (If you lead the way) is:
OPR to OFC: Yourself (4 Months)
OFC to CPL: 4 USJTF Troops under your command (4 Months)
CPL to SGT: 4 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
SGT to SSG: 8 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
SSG to SFC: 8-24 USJTF Troops under your Command (6 Months)
SFC to MSG: 8-24 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
MSG to 1SG: 30 USJTF Troops under your command (6 Months)
1SG to SGM: 100-2000 USJTF Troops under your command (12 Months)
Total time to Sergeant Major: 4 Years
IV. USJTF Commanding Officer (Lieutenant General)
Commanding Officer, USJTF shall serve without pay and consist of 1 member.
Members include: Corps Commander, USJTF (Lieutenant General)
Minimum Requirements: 8-10 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 8 Years Active Duty Military,
Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
Corps Commander, USJTF can serve 8 Years, extensions can be made and time of service
starts on the first day of the appointment order from the National Command.
Vacancies shall be filled by the Commander, USJTF with the recommendations of the USJTF
Division Commanders in consensus.
Corps Commander, USJTF absent from his or her position for more than 3 months will be
dismissed from their positions by vote of the General Officer Pool by vote from the General
Officer Ranks.
Corps Commander, USJTF shall preside at all Online General Officer meetings, appoint and
supervise Division Commanders programs, members, and perform other duties as associated
with the office in the entire USJTF Area Of Operations.
The Corps Commander, USJTF does have the authority to advise what individual Divisions do
in their divisional areas however unless it is Official USJTF Regulations that must be followed
they are only suggestions.
The Corps Commander, USJTF responsibilities are the following:
Develop systems for recruiting, supervise the development of Joint TECH Sharing projects,
Supervise Corps and Division Media shoot productions, Supervise Corps and Division Staff
(Operations, Logistics, and Intelligence officers), Supervise and pass guidance to Division
Commanders, Brief Sergeant Major, USJTF to Corps and Division activity or events, Plan for
Corps level operations and events as the Officer in charge. The Corps commander will also be
in charge of Troops if present on the field at official USJTF Events as he or she is the highest
ranking member present.
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Promotion authority: The USJTF Corps Commander is authorized to promote anyone as long as
they make the minimum requirement for promotion for Major General and below with
consultation from Division, Brigade, Battalion, or Company Commanders and their approval.
General Officers (Brigadier General and up) promotions can be authorized only by the
Commander, USJTF with the recommendations of the USJTF Division Commanders in
consensus.
Exceptions to command authority: The Corps Commander, USJTF cannot order USJTF Member
Teams (Companies, Battalions, Brigades, or Divisions) that are not at official USJTF Events
(See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) or any other members of the organization in
any official capacity.
Airsoft Command on field: (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) during an official
USJTF event the Corps Commander while present at that event will have full command and
control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as he or she is the senior ranking
officer and is present at the USJTF Function.
The Assistant Corps Commander shall assume the duties of the Corps Commander in case of
the Corps Commander’s absence. During this time the Assistant Corps Commander is
responsible for all roles and responsibilities as the Corps Commander. During an official
USJTF event the Assistant Corps Commander while present at that event will have full
command and control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as he or she is the
senior ranking officer.
V. General Officers (Major General-Brigadier General)
General Officers shall serve without pay and consist of 11 members.
Members include: Assistant Corps Commander, USJTF (Major General), 1st Division
Commander, USJTF (Major General), Assistant Division Commander, 1st Division , USJTF
(Brigadier General) 2nd Division Commander, USJTF (Major General), Assistant Division
Commander, 2nd Division , USJTF (Brigadier General), 3rd Division Commander, USJTF (Major
General), Assistant Division Commander, 3rd Division , USJTF (Brigadier General), 4th Division
Commander, USJTF (Major General), Assistant Division Commander, 4th Division , USJTF
(Brigadier General), 5th Division Commander, USJTF (Major General), Assistant Division
Commander, 5th Division , USJTF (Brigadier General).
Minimum Requirements: 6 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 4 Years Active Duty Military,
Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
General Officers can serve 4 Years, extensions can be made and time of service starts on the
first day of the appointment order from the National Command.
Vacancies shall be filled by the Commander, USJTF with the recommendations of the USJTF
Division Commanders in consensus.
General Officers absent from their positions for more than 2 months shall be dismissed from
their positions by vote of the General Officer Pool by vote from the General Officer Ranks.
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General Officers shall preside at all Online General Officer meetings, appoint and supervise
Brigade Commanders programs, members, and perform other duties as associated with the
office in their Divisional Area.
Division Commanders do have the authority to advise what individual Brigades, Battalions, and
Companies do in their divisional areas however unless it is Official USJTF Regulations that
must be followed they are only suggestions.
The division commander’s responsibilities are the following:
Develop systems for recruiting, supervise the development of Joint TECH Sharing projects,
Supervise Division Media shoot productions, Supervise Division Staff (Operations, Logistics,
and Intelligence officers), Supervise and pass guidance to Brigade Commanders, Brief
Commander, USJTF to Division activity or events, Plan for Division level operations and events
as the Officer in charge. The Division commander will also be in charge of Troops if present on
the field at official USJTF Events (If he or she is the highest ranking member present).
Major General: The Major General carries out and creates policies and standards on the
performance, training, appearance, and conduct of All USJTF personnel in his or her Division.
The Major General uses all assets of his or her Division to incorporate its functionality, and to
constantly strive to improve the organization. The Major General is not an end all position as
he or she must take suggestions, ideas, and comments from all operators both enlisted and
officer and makes them into well founded all accepted policies in his or her Division.
The Major General is expected to function completely without supervision, not only making
the right decisions at all times, but acting as the standard of professional conduct for his or
her Division to follow.
Brigadier General: The Brigadier General is a direct link to the Division Commander as an
advisor for all functions of Training, Guidance, Logistics, and information regarding the
Division in combat and in Garrison. The Brigadier General also has a seamless working
relationship with the Division Sergeant Major in relation to all Enlisted Activities.
Promotion authority: Division Commanders are authorized to promote anyone as long as they
make the minimum requirement for promotion for Colonel and below. General Officers
(Brigadier General and up) promotions can only be authorized by the Commander, USJTF with
the recommendations of the USJTF Division Commanders in consensus. Division Commanders
cannot promote anyone outside of their Division commands.
Exceptions to command authority: Division commanders cannot order USJTF Member Teams
(Brigades, Battalions, or Companies) that are not at official USJTF Events (See Section IX.
Definition: Official USJTF Events) or any other members of the organization in any official
capacity.
Airsoft Command on field: (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) during an official
USJTF event the Division Commander while present at that event will have full command and
control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is the senior
ranking officer and is present at the USJTF Function.
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The Assistant Division Commander shall assume the duties of the Division Commander in case
of the Division Commander’s absence. During this time the Assistant Division Commander is
responsible for all roles and responsibilities as the Division Commander. During an official
USJTF event the Assistant Division Commander while present at that event will have full
command and control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is
the senior ranking officer.
VI. Field Grade Officers (Colonel-Major)
Field Grade Officers shall serve without pay and consist of 3 rank grades.
Members include: Colonel (Brigade Commander’s), Lieutenant Colonels (Battalion
Commanders or Staff Officers), Major (Company or Battalion Commanders, Staff Officers)
Minimum Requirements: 4 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty Military,
Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
Field Grade Officers can serve 3 Years, extensions can be made and time of service starts on
the first day of the appointment order from the National Command.
Vacancies shall be filled by the Local Brigade Commander with the recommendations of the
Region Division Commander.
Field Grade Officers absent from their positions for more than 3 months shall be dismissed
from their positions by vote of the General Officer Pool.
Field Grade Officers shall preside at all Online Brigade meetings, appoint and supervise
Brigade Commanders programs and guidance, and perform other duties as associated with the
office in their Brigade Area.
Brigade Commanders do have the authority to advise what individual Battalions, and
Companies do in their Brigade areas however unless it is Official USJTF Regulations that must
be followed they are only suggestions.
The Field Grade Officer’s responsibilities are the following:
Develop systems for recruiting, supervise the development of Joint TECH Sharing projects,
Supervise Brigade Media shoot productions, Supervise Brigade Staff (Operations, Logistics,
and Intelligence officers), Supervise and pass guidance to Company Commanders, Plan for
Brigade level operations and events as the Officer in charge. The Brigade Commander will also
be in charge of Troops if present on the field at official USJTF Events (If he or she is the
highest ranking member present).
Colonel: Colonels hold a command positions at the Brigade and sometimes the Division level
as senior Staff or “Chief of staff”. Colonels also work as Brigade Commanders in the USJTF.
Colonels are Responsible for Running a Brigade or if in a Division Staff Running the special
Functions assigned.
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They are the direct link to the Division Commander as advisors for all functions of Training,
Guidance, and information regarding their Brigades in combat and in Garrison. Colonels, when
acting as Brigade Commanders also have a seamless working relationship with the Brigade
Sergeant Major in relation to all Enlisted Activities
Lieutenant Colonel: Lieutenant Colonels hold a command positions at the Battalion (With a 2
state Brigade they command a Battalion with all forces located in that State (one state out of
the two) and sometimes the Brigade level as senior Staff or “Chief of staff”. Lieutenant
Colonels also work as Battalion Commanders in the USJTF. Lieutenant Colonels are
Responsible for Running a Battalion or if in a Brigade Staff Running the special Functions
assigned.
They are the direct link to the Battalion Commander as advisors for all functions of Training,
Guidance (For a 2 state area as two Battalion commanders are assigned, one per state under
on Brigade Commander), and information regarding their Battalion in combat and in Garrison.
Lieutenant Colonels, when acting as Battalion Commanders also have a seamless working
relationship with the Brigade Sergeant Major in relation to all Enlisted Activities.
Major: Majors hold a command position at the Battalion (For a 2 state area as two Battalion
commanders are assigned, one per state under on Brigade Commander), and sometimes the
company level as senior company commanders. Majors also work as staff Officers in the
USJTF. Majors are Responsible for Staff Work or if a Company Commander what their
companies do or fail to do on or off the field.
They are the direct link to the Brigade Commander as advisors for all functions of Training,
Guidance, and information regarding staff roles or as company commanders. Majors, when
acting as Company Commanders also have a seamless working relationship with their
company First Sergeants in relation to all Enlisted Activities
Promotion authority: Brigade Commanders are authorized to promote anyone as long as they
make the minimum requirement for promotion for Lieutenant Colonel and below. Brigade
Commanders cannot promote anyone outside of their Brigade Command.
Exceptions to command authority: Brigade Commanders cannot order USJTF Member Teams
(Companies) that are not at official USJTF Events (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF
Events) or any other members of the organization in any official capacity.
Airsoft Command on field: (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) during an official
USJTF event the Brigade Commander while present at that event will have full command and
control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is the senior
ranking officer. Command authority is only valid during official USJTF Events or designated
occasions where the Brigade commander is actually present on the field.
The Brigade Executive Officer shall assume the duties of the Brigade Commander in case of
the Brigade Commander’s absence. During this time the Brigade Executive Officer is
responsible for all roles and responsibilities as the Brigade Commander. During an official
USJTF event the Brigade Executive Officer while present at that event will have full command
and control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is the senior
ranking officer.
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VII. Company Grade Officers (Captain-Second Lieutenant)
Company Grade Officers shall serve without pay and consist of 3 rank grades.
Members include: Captain (Company Commander’s), First Lieutenant (Company Executive
Officers, Strike Group Leaders), and Second Lieutenant (Strike Group Leaders)
Minimum Requirements: 1 Year of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty Military,
Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
Company Grade Officers can serve 3 Years, extensions can be made and time of service starts
on the first day of the appointment order from the Local Brigade Command.
Vacancies shall be filled by the Local Brigade Commander for Captain, and the Company
Commander for all Company internal promotions.
Company Grade Officers absent from their positions for more than 3 months shall be
dismissed from their positions by vote of the Brigade Officer Pool.
Company Grade Officers shall preside at all Online Brigade and Company meetings, appoint
and supervise Company Commanders programs and guidance, and perform other duties as
associated with the office in their Company Functions.
Company Commanders have full discretion to run their teams as they see fit as they are the
Company Commanders of their assigned Companies and run them as the senior team member
off USJTF Time. During official USJTF Events, Company Commanders will enforce all USJTF
Standards as they are in effect
The Company Grade Officer’s responsibilities are the following:
Develop systems for recruiting, supervise the development of Joint TECH Sharing projects,
Supervise Company Media shoot productions, Supervise Company Staff (Operations, Logistics,
and Intelligence officers), Supervise and pass guidance to Company Commanders, Plan for
Company level operations and events as the Officer in charge. The Company Commander will
also be in charge of Troops if present on the field at official USJTF Events (If he or she is the
highest ranking member present).
Captain: Captains hold a command position at the company level. Captains run the first true
large scale formations to take place in combat operations in the USJTF. Captains are
Responsible for what their companies do or fail to do on or off the field. They are the direct
link to the Brigade or Battalion Commander for all functions of Training, Guidance, and
information regarding their companies. Captains also have a seamless working relationship
with their company First Sergeants in relation to all Enlisted Activities.
First Lieutenant: First Lieutenants hold an XO billet that is not a command position; rather it is
considered staff. The XO is typically responsible for the management of day-to-day activities
on the field, such as maintenance and logistics, freeing the Company Commander (Captain) to
concentrate on tactical planning and execution. The XO also takes charge in the absence of
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the CO. While the experience gained as an XO is highly beneficial for an officer's professional
development, never serving in the position will not preclude an officer from commanding later.
Second Lieutenant: Second Lieutenants Are the beginning of the rank of officers ,and are used
in Strike Groups consisting of two strike teams of 4 members each and a command section
with themselves, a Strike Group Sergeant (Master Sergeant-Staff Sergeant), and a RTO
(Radioman). The Second Lieutenant is responsible for all that the Strike Group does or fails to
do. This includes the tactical employment, training, administration, personnel management,
and logistics of his Strike Group. He or she must know their Sergeants and Operators and how
to employ the Strike Group weapons systems.
Promotion authority: Company Commanders are authorized to promote anyone as long as they
make the minimum requirement for promotion for First Lieutenant and below. Company
Commanders cannot promote anyone outside of their Company command.
Exceptions to command authority: Company Commanders cannot order USJTF Members or
other members that are below or equal to their grade of rank from other teams that are not at
official USJTF Events or any other members of the organization in any official capacity. They
also cannot order USJTF units outside their Area of Responsibility without coordination with
the Acting area Commander in charge of the specific set of USJTF Personnel. Command
authority is only valid during official USJTF Events or designated occasions.
Airsoft Command on field: (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) during an official
USJTF event the Company Commander while present at that event will have full command and
control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is the senior
ranking officer in the Company. Command authority is only valid during official USJTF Events
or designated occasions where the Company commander is actually present on the field.
The Company Executive Officer shall assume the duties of the Company Commander in case
of the Company Commander’s absence. During this time the Company Executive Officer is
responsible for all roles and responsibilities as the Company Commander. During an official
USJTF event the Company Executive Officer while present at that event will have full
command and control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is
the senior ranking officer for his or her company.
VIII. Enlisted Members (Command Sergeant Major-Operator)
Enlisted Members shall serve without pay and consist of 10 rank grades.
Members include: Command Sergeant Major (Corps), Sergeant Major (Division, and Brigade),
First Sergeant (Company), Master Sergeant-Staff Sergeant (Strike Group Sergeants) Sergeant-
Corporal (Strike Team Leaders), and Operator First Class-Operator (Strike Team Members).
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Minimum Requirements:
Command Sergeant Major: 8 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 6 Years Active Duty Military,
Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
Sergeant Major: 4 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty Military, Reserve,
National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not Required but
Preferred)
First Sergeant: 3 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty Military, Reserve,
National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not Required but
Preferred)
Master Sergeant-Staff Sergeant: 2 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty
Military, Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not
Required but Preferred)
Sergeant-Corporal: 1 Years of Airsoft experience (MIN), 2 Years Active Duty Military, Reserve,
National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct discharge (Not Required but
Preferred)
Operator First Class-Operator: initial entry position (No experience Required), 2 Years Active
Duty Military, Reserve, National Guard, Law Enforcement, service with good conduct
discharge (Not Required but Preferred)
Enlisted Members can serve unlimited amounts of time except for a 3 year term with the
Command Sergeant Major and Sergeant Majors. Extensions can be made and time of service
starts on the first day of the appointment order from the Local Brigade or company Command.
Vacancies shall be filled by the Company Commander for all Company internal promotions.
Enlisted Members absent from their positions for more than 3 months shall be dismissed from
their positions by vote of the Company Assigned. The Brigade and higher levels have NO
authority to remove members from the Company Teams. Command Sergeant Major and
Sergeant Majors are voted for removal on the level in which they serve (Brigade, Division,
Corps) by the officers appointed to that level.
Enlisted members shall preside at all Brigade and Company functions for official USJTF Events
on a voluntary basis. However to remain certified at their current rank Enlisted members must
attend two related USJTF events a year. These events can be local events or Joint Traveling
games with other USJTF units across the country.
Enlisted members are only bound to the USJTF Regulations during Official USJTF Events.
During official USJTF Events, Sergeants of all levels will enforce all USJTF Standards as they
are in effect. Enlisted members will follow the orders of the officers and Sergeants appointed
over them During Official USJTF Events (See Section 7 Definition: Official USJTF Events).
Operators are encouraged to follow these guidelines and make on the spot corrections if
required.
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Promotion authority: Sergeants at all levels can recommend promotions at the company level
for members who show outstanding merit, dedication, honor, and integrity. Recommendations
for promotion are forwarded to the Company Commander and the company commander has
the authority to promote members based off the recommendations. Sergeant Majors and
above are appointed by the Brigade, Division, and Corps Commanders and can make
recommendations for Enlisted personal at all levels UNDER their Chain of Command .
Exceptions to command authority: Enlisted members of higher grade cannot order Enlisted
USJTF Members of lower grades or other teams Enlisted Members that are not at official
USJTF Events or any other members of the organization in any official capacity. Command
authority is only valid during official USJTF Events or designated occasions where the
Ranking Enlisted Member is actually present on the field for the company unless in an
AD-HOC Situation (See Below).
Airsoft Command on field: (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) during an official
USJTF events the Sergeant at all levels of command while present at that event will have full
command and control capability of his or her Airsoft forces on the field as long as he or she is
the senior ranking Enlisted member in his or her section (Command Sergeant Major, Sergeant
Major, First Sergeant, Strike Group Sergeant, and Strike Team Leader at all levels)
AD-HOC Situation: If enlisted elements are cut off on the field and no officers are present to
lead the unit, the Senior Enlisted member will take command and organize the group.
Regardless of team affiliation in this situation all USJTF Enlisted members will follow the
commands of the Senior Enlisted Member in Charge. Once link up with a USJTF Officer is
made the USJTF Officer will take charge of the Joint Force.
The Enlisted Members Roles and Responsibilities are the following:
Command Sergeant Major: The Command Sergeant Major carries out policies and standards of
the performance, training, appearance and conduct of enlisted personnel in the USJTF. The
Command Sergeant Major advises and initiates recommendations to the commander of the
USJTF in matters pertaining to the NCO support channel.
Sergeant Major: The Sergeant Major carries out policies and standard of the performance,
training, appearance and conduct of enlisted personnel in their unit (Division-Brigade). The
Sergeant Major advises and initiates recommendations to the commander and staff he or she
is assigned at all levels in matters pertaining to the local NCO support channel
First Sergeant: The first sergeant holds formations, conducts inspections, advises the
Company Commander (Captain) and assists in training, professional development, morale, and
discipline all enlisted members. The first sergeant is proud of the unit and, understandably,
wants others to be aware of the unit's success.
Master Sergeant-Staff Sergeant: Strike Group Sergeants are responsible for the individual
training, personal appearance and cleanliness of their Strike Group (Two Strike Teams with
one Sergeant and four Operators in each Strike Team. The authority of the Strike Group
Sergeants is different due to the fact that they are responsible for two Sergeants and assist
the Strike Group Leader (Second Lieutenant) with advice. The Strike Group sergeants must be
unquestionably competent in order to carry out the mission correctly, accomplish each task
and care for assigned Strike Teams.
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Sergeant-Corporal: Strike Team Leaders are responsible for the individual training, personal
appearance and cleanliness of their Strike Team. Strike Teams are set with one Sergeant
(Strike Team Leader) and four Operators in each Strike Team. The sergeants must be
unquestionably competent in order to carry out the mission correctly, accomplish each task
and care for assigned Operators.
Operator First Class-Operator: The Operator is the Start of the USJTF rank system, serving as
Operators for some of the smallest Task Force units such as Strike Teams. They principally
serve as Riflemen, Support Gunners, Designated Marksmen, and Anti/Tank Gunners in Strike
Teams (4 Man Teams).
Operators are responsible for their individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness.
To be an “Operator” is a step taken to become a professional in their trade. Although it is the
lowest rank in the Task Force, the Operator has very important responsibilities that can make
or break the success of the Task Force.
IX. Official USJTF Events
A fee of no more than 40 USD (60 Euros) will be charged at a National or International USJTF
Event for USJTF Members. All money will either go back to the event (I.E For field costs) and
the remaining money will go back to a charity of choice for the USJTF. No USJTF Members
will make money off a USJTF Game unless it is going to the next game in a series of repeat
games of its kind (I.E. A series where it takes money to run and upkeep that USJTF Series).
NON USJTF Members attending can be charged what the Field Owner Prefers but not over 50
USD (60 Euros) for an Official USJTF Event.
The USJTF is a part time organization for Member teams involved. Official USJTF Events are
by regulation the only time the USJTF system can be used by member teams in an official
capacity. All USJTF Ranks and positions are only valid during these occasions.
USJTF Event:
An organized Operation, training event , or Common Interest Play that is planned with
sufficient time (2 months out Minimum) involving only USJTF members or interested
applicants at a particular designated place and time within the 2 month planning window.
Examples of USJTF Official Functions:
Operation: A planned joint hosted event run by the Task Force. The Task Force provides all
logistics, OPFOR, Role-players, and administration at the said Operation. The USJTF Hosts the
set event or operation, and invites non USJTF Members to attend the event. The senior officer
present runs the event per USJTF Regulations.
Training Event: A planned joint hosted event run by the Task Force with USJTF Members
present. Attendees include an all USJTF pool of players with the sole intent of training
purposes within the organization and interested applicants. USJTF Training events are run by
the USJTF Staff, and are determined at a particular designated place and time within the 2
month planning window. The senior officer present runs the event per USJTF Regulations
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Common Interest Play: A particular situation where 2 or more teams attend a non USJTF event
and agree to work with each other as a joint effort. This includes skirmishes, and large scale
events such as other named operations. All teams involved must agree and determine the set
outlines here.
All teams and members must agree to take set actions 2 weeks prior to the event taking
place.
On agreement the senior member of the USJTF Chain of Command present leads the Joint
Force in Question.
This leads to a full understanding and commitment from all players involved.
As for any other set actions Leaders of the USJTF have no control over the teams
associated with the USJTF, unless it is a USJTF event.
X. USJTF Uniform
The USJTF is an Organization where professionalism is judged, in part, by the manner in which
a Task Force Member wears a prescribed uniform, as well as by the individual’s personal
appearance. Therefore, a neat and well-groomed appearance by all Task Force Members is
fundamental to the USJTF and contributes to building the pride and esprit essential to an
effective MILSIM Airsoft Organization. A vital ingredient of the USJTF’s strength and tactical
Effectiveness is the pride and self-discipline that Task Force Members bring to their
Organization through a conservative joint image. It is the responsibility of commanders and
Leaders of all levels to ensure that all Task Force Members under their command present a
neat, Clean and organized appearance as prescribed by USJTF Regulations.
Member Teams of the USJTF are required to wear the USJTF Uniform at all USJTF Sanctioned
Events (See Section IX. Definition: Official USJTF Events) or when Pictures, Media items, or
Videos used to promote official sanctioned USJTF events, Training days, or organizational
travels as a Joint group. USJTF Uniforms must be worn complete and by regulation during
these prescribed times.
Members can wear any type of battle gear with the uniform, and carry any type of weapon.
Teams are NOT required to wear the USJTF Uniform during non USJTF events or on individual
team time outside the organization
XI. Voting
USJTF Teams (Companies) can vote every two years on a new Brigade Commander for their
region. General officers retain their time in position but are retired after their time of service.
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Voting process:
1) An Officer in the Brigade without the possibility of a conflict of interest is appointed
the voting officer of the Brigade. This Voting officer cannot be a running candidate in
the election or affiliated to a running candidate.
2) An official ballot with the names of the possible selectees is drawn up 90 days out
from the election date and is drafted in an official announcement. The vote is locked in
in 60 days and no other possible selectees can enter the election.
3) The vote is started 30 days out from the election date and votes are tallied by the
voting officer of the Brigade. Each member of the USJTF in the voting region counts as
one vote. No double votes can be cast by any one person. The voting officer holds his
vote as a tie breaker if one is needed.
4) Results are posted after the election is finished on the deadline date and the new
Brigade Commander takes charge.
5) If a tie takes place the voting officer will determine the winner with his vote.
Voting on Special items
In some cases the USJTF will take ballot votes on changes to the organization. These votes
can include changes to doctrine, manuals, and special projects that the USJTF is developing.
Once a need for a vote is cast by members of the USJTF a process of voting will begin.
Votes to disbar members from the organization are NOT Permitted!
Voting process:
1) An Officer in the USJTF without the possibility of a conflict of interest is appointed the
voting officer of the Task force. This Voting officer cannot have a conflict of interest in
the topic at hand.
2) An official ballot with the voting issue is drawn up 90 days out from the election date
and is drafted in an official announcement. The vote is locked in in 60 days and no
other possible courses of action or ideas can enter the election.
3) The vote is started 30 days out from the election date and votes are tallied by the
voting officer of the USJTF. Each member of the USJTF in the Task Force counts as
one vote. No double votes can be cast by any one person. The voting officer holds his
vote as a tie breaker if one is needed.
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4) Results are posted after the election is finished on the deadline date and the new
policy or decision takes effect.
5) If a tie takes place the voting officer will determine the winner with his vote.
XII. Conflict of Interest
Any member of the USJTF who has a financial, personal, or official interest in, or conflict (or
appearance of a conflict) with any matter pending before the Task Force, of such nature that
it prevents or may prevent that member from acting on the matter in an impartial manner, will
offer to voluntarily excuse him/herself and will vacate from the situation and refrain from
discussion and voting on said item.
These standards are to ensure fairness during decision making processes.
XIII. Separation policy due to misconduct
The USJTF prides itself with the highest accolades in Integrity, Honor, and dedication to the
Task Force. Our image is important and we all must do the right things to preserve the finest
traditions of the organization.
Members or Teams affiliated with the USJTF who commit the following acts will be subject to
separation procedures from the Task Force.
1) A clear cut case that the member has become a danger to the other players of the USJTF
by performing a dangerous and unsafe act(s) with knowledge to the fact.
2) Player has been caught cheating multiple times and his or her integrity has been
compromised.
3) Stealing or destroying other players items
4) Physical Fighting of any kind
5) Any racial, slanderous, or gender based comments towards individuals
6) Failing to comply with safety standards after being corrected on multiple occasions
7) Not acting as a team player but as a loner, disregarding USJTF events, chain of command,
and training
8) Clear cut breaches of the USJTF Code of Conduct or the Special Warfare Creed
9) Lying about an official US/Worldwide Military Service Record
these rules and expectations are set in place to ensure the highest standards of the United
States Joint Task Force. All Recommendations for expulsion will be held in the highest
regards of fairness, and integrity.
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All Ethics violations will be handled at the LOWEST Level of the USJTF Chain of Command. If
ethics violations encompass a senior member of the USJTF (Major or above) a panel of four
Colonels and one Brigadier General will be mobilized to witness the case, witness the
presented evidence, and render a verdict. The USJTF Commander will have a sway vote on the
presented evidence.
Separation Procedures:
1) An act breaching the USJTF Bylaw’s, Code of Conduct and for Special Warfare members
(The Special Warfare Creed) is broken and identified.
2) On the findings of the Act a verbal warning is issued to the offender and He or She is given
a second chance to fix the infraction. Serious cases of Serious Player Injury due to intentional
Means, Physical Fighting, Racist Remarks and Statements, and Sexual Harassment have a
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY.
3) For Offenders breaching the rules for a second time (Follow guidelines below)
4) The first line in the offender’s Chain of Command (For Brigade and below the Brigade
Commander, For Senior USJTF Officials the Commander, USJTF) receives the report and
conducts an investigation with an independent Officer assigned to the Level of command
represented.
5) The findings of the investigation are presented to the Commander at the appropriate level
(For Brigade and below the Brigade Commander, For Senior USJTF Officials the Commander,
USJTF) and the Commander dictates his or her course of action.
6) The commander can either remove the individual from the USJTF, Instate a probationary
period for the set offender, or dismiss the charges.
7) All investigation reports are sent to Commander, USJTF along with the outcome of the
commander’s decision. All finding will remain Confidential!
Fairness and equality WILL be enforced from the senior levels. Complaints must be valid and
have either photo, video, or hard proof with multiple witnesses before evidence can even be
considered.
This is a STANDARD for the USJTF….NO Exceptions. This is a STANDING ORDER FROM THE
USJTF COMMANDER!
XIV. Safety Procedures and use of Legal Fields
The USJTF will adhere to safety at all times while conducting official USJTF Events. The
USJTF is not an enforcement Arm for airsoft safety rules nor do we enforce a generalized set
of rules to be operated within Task Force. However Safety with all USJTF Events should be
considered at the forefront of Airsoft Operations at all times.
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USJTF Teams adhere to “Host field rules” meaning the following:
1. No Set USJTF Rule-set is in effect. The Hosting team for the USJTF Event, Training
Day, or Operation has full say on the rules of the game for that day. They own the field
and run the game so they earn that right to do so.
2. If another USJTF Team travels to another USJTF Field or a NON-USJTF Field with a
Joint Force they will respect the rule-sets of that field and comply with their
standards…Unless Mortal Danger from the following is apparent. We call this the
“Mortal Danger Rule”:
Non wear of eye and Body Protection (I.E. Eye protection)
Drinking or illegal Drug use present on site during gameplay (Drinking if over 21 is not
frowned upon as long as it is AFTER the gameplay is over and all airsoft weapons are
stored away not to be brought out again) Drugs have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY in
the USJTF. USJTF Forces are ordered by the USJTF Commander to Back away from
the Game until alcohol use has stopped during gameplay. USJTF forces will leave set
games immediately when illegal drug use is present. The Senior USJTF Officer in
Charge will brief the field owner on the reasons of Departure.
Physical contact in the means of real fighting on the field is PROHIBITED! The Senior
USJTF Officer in Charge will brief the field owner on the reasons of Departure
Use of Airsoft Velocities in the category of 600 FPS or above (Recommended FPS
Limits (.20) 400 FPS Rifles and Machine guns, (.20) 550 FPS with 100 Foot Minimum
Engagement Range for sniper rifles, and (.20) 300 FPS for Pistols) however this is at
the USJTF (OIC) Or Officer In Charge Decision.
These are merely suggestions Unless they fall under the “Mortal Danger Rule”
however if the Senior Officer in Charge of the USJTF Joint Force for that Day
identifies an unsafe environment they do have the right under the USJTF bylaws to
represent the USJTF and have a consultation with the field owner to discuss safety
concerns. The Senior USJTF Officer in Charge (OIC) will brief the field owner on the
reasons of Departure if the OIC for the Joint Unit feels the safety could risk Bodily
harm to USJTF Personnel.
Play on Public land such as city streets, and trespassing on private property during
official USJTF Events is prohibited! USJTF forces on official duty will leave set games
immediately when discovery of these facts are apparent.
Any acts of misconduct, Verbal, or Physical fighting, or Misunderstanding leading to a
serious event involving a USJTF Member will be reported up the USJTF Chain of
command regarding attendance of a game or event as a member of the USJTF. Our
members hold a higher standard!
Below are a set of guidelines or want we call suggestions for USJTF forces to follow.
As stated before it is up to the “Hosting Team or Field” to what the rule-set will be for
USJTF forces that day….However the “Mortal Danger Rule” is still in effect and the
(OIC) Officer in charge of USJTF forces for that day at that event do have the right
under the USJTF bylaws to represent the USJTF and have a consultation with the field
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owner to discuss safety concerns. The Senior USJTF Officer in Charge (OIC) will brief
the field owner on the reasons of Departure if the OIC for the Joint Unit feels the
safety could risk Bodily harm to USJTF Personnel.
This is a STANDARD for the USJTF….NO Exceptions. This is a STANDING ORDER
FROM THE USJTF COMMANDER! Any violations of the “Mortal danger rule” will be
handled by the bylaw’s
BASIC FIREARM HANDLING RULES
Treat Every Airsoft Weapon as if it is loaded
Always point Airsoft Weapons in a safe direction
Know your Target and Beyond
Do not shoot at anything you do not intend to eliminate out of the game
Never use an Airsoft Gun if you have been drinking or using drugs.
Standard Field and Safety Rules
The following rules are for the safety of the players. And only used as an example.
1. Always wear eye protection in the form of goggles, masks, or shooting glasses, or
safety glasses. Never remove your eye protection while on the battlefield. Regular
prescription glasses are NOT acceptable as safety eyewear. Must meet ANSI Z87.1
standards and wrap around the face.
Number one is a STANDARD for the USJTF….NO Exceptions. This is a STANDING
ORDER FROM THE USJTF COMMANDER!
2. Do not fire in the dead-pool (or designated "safe-zones") or through it. If you must test
fire your replica, take it into the hot-zone and fire it there.
3. All replicas in dead-pool or safe-zones have magazine out, safety on, muzzle cap fixed.
Sidearm should be holstered and on safe.
4. Do not point your replica at anyone unless you are involved in a game on the battlefield
and intend to shoot them.
5. Do not fire at any person without proper eye protection.
6. Do not fire at non-participants, including animals.
7. No illegal drug use will be permitted. No alcohol use before or during a game.
8. All "real" weapons including but not limited to firearms and fixed-blade knives are NOT
allowed at games. Folding utility knives and pocket knives are allowed as an essential
part of survival kit, but they may not be used in game-play.
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9. Carry replicas in boxes, bags, or carrying cases while transporting gear on or off the
field. Do not remove your replica from its case near a public highway, instead carry
your gear in its case to the designated staging area for the game.
10. Remove all of your gear and trash from the field when you leave.
Rules of Engagement:
The following rules are for the safety of the players. And only used as an example they are
NOT Requirements.
HITS & OUTS
- Anyone hit by a BB is hit and out.
- If you are "hit" during a game, 1) immediately yell "HIT!" as loud as you can, 2) place an
orange or bright red bandana over your head, 3) walk back to the designated dead-pool with
the bandana clearly visible at all times. (Any rag, bandana, shirt, or bright cloth of the correct
color is acceptable). Hold your replica in a non-threatening manner, do not fire, and do not talk
or interact with other players who are still active in the game.
- Ricochet BBs do not count as hits.
- Hits to your replica do not count as hits.
- When in doubt about a hit, call yourself out.
CQB/INDOOR PLAY
All players who participate in CQB should understand that they will be engaging targets
anywhere from 25 feet to even 5 feet away and because of that they may take painful hits. We
recommend full masks, long sleeves, long pants, gloves, and hats/helmets be worn for CQB to
avoid welts or breaking the skin. "Safety Kill" rules are not used for CQB, however players may
surrender if they wish at any time to the opposing force to leave gameplay without any harm.
SAFETY KILLS
when you are too close in range to be comfortable taking a shot, you can call out "SAFETY
KILL" on the player in your sights. Any clean shots with no cover fewer than 30 feet are good
candidates for safety kills. Do not call it unless the kill is already a given. Always honor safety
kills when they are called on you just like honoring a "HIT". Safety kills can only be called on
one individual at a time, not on entire groups. "SAFETY KILL" must be said loudly, as to
simulate actually firing. Silence can only be maintained if you can tag the other player out.
You must be able to point your replica and call "SAFETY KILL" on every person if there is more
than one.
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RUBBER KNIFE KILLS
Players are allowed to "tap out" other players with rubber or plastic knives made for safe
Airsoft use. Touch your opponent with your rubber knife and simply tell them that they're
dead. Contact should be no more than a tap; there's absolutely no slashing, throwing, hitting
or martial arts physical contact allowed. Contact must be made with a rubber or plastic
replica of a knife, sticks and other objects do not work. DO NOT tap another player in the
head, neck, face or groin.
SNIPER SAFETY
Anyone acting as a sniper with an upgraded bolt action rifle over 550 fps (1.9j) should carry a
sidearm that can be used alternately when engaging targets closer than about 100 feet. If you
have no sidearm and find yourself too close to the opposing force, you may either a) call a
safety kill, b) wait until they move to a safe range or c) relocate to a safe range. Do not fire at
targets closer than 60 feet.
BLIND MAN
This is called whenever a non-player enters the battlefield, or when a player enters the
battlefield without eye protection. All players are expected to echo blind man so that
everyone on the field hears it, and upon hearing it each player is expected to sit down and
wait until "Game on" is called to continue the game. If necessary, game coordinators will
explain the game to the non-participants.
IF LOCAL POLICE ENTER THE FIELD
This is a potentially dangerous situation, and is treated as if they don't know we are playing a
game. All players are expected to walk to the dead-pool in plain sight, either with their guns
over their head or leaving their guns in the field. Upon reaching the dead-pool each player is to
place his replica with his gear and gather in a group at least 20 feet from the gear. This is to
provide safety by comforting the officers by removing any equipment that appears threatening
to them. Gameplay is not commenced until we explain the situation and are allowed to
continue
XV. USJTF Cadet Corps
*Minimum age 13 Years old
*Cadets will wear a blank rank insignia stating they are a cadet until the age of 15 and be
allowed to wear the USJTF Uniform during the Cadet period.
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*Once the minimum age of 15 has been achieved they will be promoted to Operator First Class
for their service time.
*Cadet Companies can be formed as long as a parent sponsors the unit but again cadets have
no rank
*Cadets cannot attend USJTF Special Schools
*Cadets can attend USJTF Training days and serve on USJTF Member Teams at the unit’s
discretion but cannot attend large scale games with the USJTF
*USJTF Member teams are NOT responsible for training cadets and have full discretion on
attendance of cadets at their events.
*Cadets fall under the USJTF National Recruiting Command until 15 (For the USJTF Airsoft
Program ONLY...Has nothing to do with non USJTF Time) and then are released to their local
Airsoft Teams for Full USJTF Service
XVI. USJTF Event Hosting Rules
1. No Set USJTF Rule-set is in effect as we are not an airsoft safety enforcement arm. The
Hosting team for the USJTF Event, Training Day, or Operation has full say on the rules of the
game for that day. They own the field and run the game so they earn that right to do so.
2. If another USJTF Team travels to another USJTF Field or a NON-USJTF Field with a Joint
Force they will respect the rule-sets of that field and comply with their standards.
3. If a USJTF Member regardless of USJTF Rank is hosting a USJTF Official Event they
automatically by default become the ADMIN staff for that set game or event. All Rank and
orders at this point are invalid for the hosting member and all USJTF Members are ordered to
adhere to the Game rules and standards as outlined in the event.
4. USJTF Game Hosts are not required to answer to USJTF Superiors however they are
required to treat them with the utmost in respect and professionalism. Violations in Honor,
Integrity, and other criminal actions however are not covered in this decree. USJTF Field
Hosts for a USJTF Game or Event must uphold the standards of the USJTF Charter at all
times.
5. The USJTF Game Host is responsible for setting the fee for members attending the event.
However price gouging using the USJTF Name as a Marketing tool is not permitted. The
USJTF asks all USJTF Event Hosts to keep Airsoft Game prices at a reasonable cost to allow
all members of the Airsoft Community to participate.
XVII. Amendments
These by-laws may be amended by a two-third vote of the entire USJTF, provided a proposition
is present and provide a copy of the proposed amendment(s) are provided to each Senior Staff
Member (Brigadier General and above) at least 90 days prior to said election. Once new
amendments are voted into doctrine they are drafted and followed.
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