Pathfinder Platoon
| Pathfinder Platoon | |
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| Superior Department | Battalion HQ |
| HQ Staff | |
| Pathfinder Platoon Leader | 2LT E. Geneva |
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| Pathfinder Team Leader | [] |
| Pathfinder Team Leader | [] |
The S-5 Civil Affairs Staff Section is the public face of the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Public videos, pictures, and screenshots are produced by S-5 Combat Cameramen and Civil Affairs Specialists. By no means a light task, Civil Affairs is responsible for ensuring the Regiment's public image and presence within the community is positive displays the professionalism and efficiency expected of the unit's members. Besides acting as the public face of the unit also is tasked with maintaining the unit's record of operations including cataloguing operation recordings and unit events.
Mission
To be awarded the Pathfinder Badge, the soldier must complete Pathfinder instruction in advanced land navigation, advanced scouting, tactical air traffic control in the field, and the control of parachute operations; the badge is awarded on completing several examinations under field training exercise (FTX) conditions. Examinations include proficiency in sling load rigging and execution, planning and execution of helicopter landing zones (HLZ), air traffic control operations, aerial delivery of troops and supplies, and several others.
Structure
| Recruitment | Public Affairs | Media & Photography |
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| Responsible for recruitment posts, advertisements and maintaining the unit accounts on other platfroms. | Handles community outreach and ensures the unit's presence is positive and professional. | Creates and curates media and photographs material for unit promotional purposes. They also are responsible for editing and creating graphics, banners and icons for unit use. |
| Leadership | ||
| Chief: [] | Chief: OCS A. McFarland | Chief: SGT A. Hajo |
Staff Section Positions
S-5 Civil Affairs is structured with specific positions that include community and public outreach, and media creation.
S-5 Civil Affairs Officer (2LT)
The S-5 Civil Affairs Officer is in charge of overseeing the entirety of the S-5 Section. All S-5 personnel report to him, and he reports directly to Battalion HQ. He is responsible for ensuring that all his subordinate S-5 personnel have everything they need logistically to complete their support functions. This position is held usually by a Second Lieutenant or higher.
S-5 Civil Affairs Chief (SGT)
The Civil Affairs Chief is responsible for assisting the Civil Affairs Officer with his duties. He is also responsible for maintaining the smooth operation of the S-5 Section. This position is held usually by a Sergeant or higher. The Chief ensures that Civil Affairs Specialists are adequately prepared and organized to produce promotional content for the unit.
S-5 Civil Affairs Specialist (PFC)
Civil Affairs Specialists are responsible for recruitment and community outreach to bring in new members. Duties would include promoting recruitment posts, and speaking with potential recruits. Specialists can be for soldiers who produce videos, screenshots and other media for the purpose of recruitment. This position is held usually by a Private First Class or higher.
Policies and Procedures
S-5 Civil Affairs has various policies and procedures for public affairs and unit promotion or advertisement.
| Document Number | Policy or Standard Operating Procedure |
| 2NDRB-S5-001 | |
| 2NDRB-S5-002 |
Regimental Policies and Procedures
2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment unit wide policies and procedures governing all personnel.
| Document Number | Policy or Standard Operating Procedure |
| 2NDRB-R-01 | General Orders |
| 2NDRB-R-02 | Ranks & Insignias |
| 2NDRB-R-03 | Medals & Awards |
| 2NDRB-R-04 | Multi-Clan Policy |
| 2NDRB-R-05 | Attendance Policy |
| 2NDRB-R-06 | Discharge Policy |
| 2NDRB-R-07 | Disciplinary Policy |