Senior Enlisted Advisor – Air
Command Chief Master Sergeant Daryl J. Herty
Command Chief Master Sergeant Daryl J. Herty is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the Louisiana Air National Guard, Joint Force Headquarters, Jackson Barracks, New Orleans, Louisiana. He is the eighth State Command Chief Master Sergeant to represent the Airmen of the State of Louisiana. Chief Herty advises The Adjutant General, Commander of the Air National Guard, and staff on all matters influencing the mission readiness, professional development, proper utilization, health, morale, and welfare of the State’s enlisted Airmen and their families. Additionally, he disseminates the commander’s policies to all levels of senior officer and enlisted leadership.
CMSgt. Herty entered the Louisiana Air National Guard in September 1985. His background is in the Vehicle Maintenance career field. After completing basic training and technical training as an automotive mechanic, he stayed there until promoted to Special Vehicle Equipment Supervisor in 1991. In February 2000 he was selected to be the First Sergeant for Logistic Readiness Squadron (LRS), Maintenance Operations Flight (MOF) and Maintenance Group until March 2004. After serving as First Sergeant, he went on to be a Fuels Craftsman in March 2004. After Fuels Craftsman he became the Vehicle Fleet Manager until May 2018. In June 2018 he became the Mission Support Group Superintendent. In June 2020 Chief Herty became the 159th Fighter Wing Command Chief.
EDUCATION
1989 Non-Commissioned Officer Preparatory Course, In Residence
1999 Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, In Residence
2001 Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, Non-Residence
2017 Air National Guard Chief Master Sergeant’s Executive Course, In Residence
ASSIGNMENTS AIR FORCE
1. October 1986 – March 1991, Automotive Mechanic, 159th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Belle Chasse Naval Air Station – Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Louisiana
2. March 1991 – February 2000, Special Purpose Vehicle Equipment Supervisor 159th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Belle Chasse Naval Air Station – Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Louisiana
3. February 2000 – March 2004 First Sergeant 159th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Belle Chasse Naval Air Station – Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Louisiana
4. March 2004 – August 2011 Vehicle Management and Analysis 159th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Belle Chasse Naval Air Station – Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Louisiana
5. August 2011 – Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent 159th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Belle Chasse Naval Air Station – Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Louisiana
6. May 2018 – Mission Support Group Superintendent
7. June 2020 – 159th Fighter Wing Command Chief
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Armed Forces Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Air Force Longevity Service Award
USAF NCO PME Graduate Ribbon
Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (Rifle)
Air Force Training Ribbon
STATE AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Louisiana Commendation Medal
Louisiana Achievement Medal
Louisiana War Cross
Louisiana Emergency Service Medal
Louisiana General Excellence
Louisiana Cold War Victory Award
EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROMOTION
Chief Master Sergeant May 07, 2014
(Current as of November 2023)