Ground Chief of Staff
りくじょうばくりょうちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
As the highest-ranking officer of the Ground Self-Defense Force, oversees the Ground Staff Office and is responsible for unit operations as well as the formulation and command of operational plans.
Description
The Ground Chief of Staff is the highest-ranking officer in the Ground Self-Defense Force, overseeing the Ground Staff Office and directing all aspects of operational execution, including unit operations, training, and equipment maintenance. Under the Minister of Defense, analyzes domestic and international security environments, formulates and coordinates strategies, and handles a wide range of duties including coordination with area armies, other SDF branches' staff offices, international joint exercises, and government adjustments.
Future Outlook
With changes in the defense environment, the role of strategic leaders is increasing, and stable demand is expected in the future.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Excellent Judgment / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Frequent Transfers / Government Agency Work / Long Hours / Team Management / Training
Career Path
Ground SDF Officer Candidate → Company Commander / Regiment Commander → Division Headquarters Staff → Area Army Commander → Ground Chief of Staff
Required Skills
Crisis Management / Defense Policy Knowledge / Staff Operations Ability / Strategic Planning / Unit Command and Leadership Ability
Recommended Skills
English (International Joint Training) / IT and Communications Technology Basics / Information Analysis / Negotiation and Adjustment Ability
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to changing situations and requests from various directions. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Due to the need for advanced logical thinking in strategic planning and information analysis. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination and negotiations with government officials, other services, and international counterparts occur frequently. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Due to the requirement for leadership to independently formulate, execute, and guide policies. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and coordination abilities for large-scale operations and organizational management are essential. |
| Problem Solving | Due to the need for judgment in responding to complex security issues and emergencies. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because resilience is needed to sustain duties involving high responsibility and tension. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration among staff, other SDF branches, and government agencies is indispensable. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Officer Candidate Course
- Graduation from National Defense Academy
Aliases
- Ground Staff Chief
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