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Tech. Sgt. Rachel Bowers (left), 86th Airlift Wing executive assistant, and Chief Master Sgt. James Morris, 86th Airlift Wing command chief, discuss upcoming tasks Oct. 4 on Ramstein. Bowers works a multitude of different tasks to make sure the day’s tasks get completed like they are supposed to.
As the executive assistant to Chief Master Sgt. James Morris, 86th Airlift Wing command chief, Tech. Sgt. Rachel Bowers has a large variety of day-to-day tasks she is required to do to ensure everything works as planned.
From routing and reviewing senior enlisted performance reports to organizing dorm calls, Bowers takes part in most things that happen in the 86th AW.
Q: What does your job consist of?
A: I review and route the senior enlisted reports that need senior endorsement, decorations, Below-the-Zone packages, boards, Stripes for Exceptional Performers packages, the wing promotion ceremonies, dorm calls, the chief’s schedule and work with distinguished visitors who need to work with the chief.
Q: What are some of the rewarding parts of your job?
A: I’ve learned the process of how the command chief provides guidance to the wing for senior leadership to take care of Airmen, and I learn something new every day.
Q: What are some of the challenges of your job?
A: Initially, learning what I was supposed to be doing was the hardest part; it’s a very high-tempo job. I
have to balance the demands of everyone who needs to see the chief rather than what the chief actually needs.
Q: Why did you want this job?
A: I wanted to see a different side of the Air Force. The commander really relies on the command chief, and ultimately, they look out for the Airmen. I wouldn’t have this outlook without the opportunity of having this job.
Q: What is your original job?
A: I’ve been personnel for 13 years, and my one year for this special duty is almost over.
Q: What is your favorite off-duty activity?
A: I like to hang out with my daughter, Cadense, and we watch the TV show “Martin.” She likes to watch scary movies too, but I don’t like them.
Q: What is one fact no one would guess about you?
A: I love country music. Brad Paisley is my favorite artist to listen to.
Q: Would you recommend this special duty to anyone?
A: Yes, I love this job. I always listen to Chief and what he has to say. He’s always black and white and sets the standard for what he expects. Watching him has made me not only a better NCO, but a better overall Airman.
