THE ADJUTANT GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Rhode Island’s Adjutant General to be fully involved in these discussions at the highest levels of the National Guard Bureau and the Department of Defense. To do otherwise would be a dereliction of duty. Travel is a natural by-product of this important job expectation. STATUS The Adjutant General uniquely serves as both a state employee and a federally recognized Major General. The Adjutant General is a Cabinet member, appointed by the Governor and subject to the pay and benefits authorized as an exempt and essential employee. The Adjutant General is
a federally recognized Major General who serves predominantly in a US code, Title 32 status in a traditional Guardsman capacity. The Adjutant General periodically serves in a US code Title 10 status which is Active Duty. Each of the three statuses has different and unique authorities, applicable regulations, and benefits. The application of the status is essential to the Adjutant General’s ability to carry out duties and responsibilities when performing in the multiple capacities of the position. It is however common, necessary and expected that the Adjutant General will carry out all duties and responsibilities regardless of what status or capacity being served in.
2013 Annual Report
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