Company Grade Officer Quick-Reference Guide

Your first assignment as a Second Lieutenant sets the tone for everything that follows — and the officers who hit the ground running aren't smarter than their peers, they're better prepared. This quick-reference guide consolidates the pay, benefits, administrative requirements, and professional standards that new Air Force company grade officers need to establish credibility, meet expectations, and lead with confidence from day one.

• Navigate pay entitlements, benefits enrollment, and administrative requirements before your first day on the job
• Understand the professional standards, customs, and expectations that define Air Force officer credibility
• Apply practical checklists that ensure nothing critical falls through the cracks during your first assignment
• Ask the right questions — and know who to ask — when navigating unfamiliar situations and command environments
• Build the professional development foundation that positions you for career advancement from the very start

Available through QuickSeries Connect for Air Force officer training commands and wing professional development programs ensuring every new company grade officer has essential guidance accessible from day one.