Career Planner Newsletter
MATSG
NAS PENSACOLA, FL
September 4, 1998
Career Opportunities
for Marines in PMOS's 0151, 4653, 5914, 5915, and 5918

Almar 345/98 announced career opportunities which will exist for Marines with PMOS 0151, 4653, 5915, and 5918. During FY 97, the Active Duty Force Structure review Group (ADFSRG) developed a plan to reduce Marine Corps structure, predominantly non-FMF, to accommodate end strength reductions mandated by the quadrennial defense review and increase manning levels in the FMF. As a result, of ADFSRG structure reductions, beginning 1 October 1998, there will no longer be a requirement for marines to serve in PMOS's 4653, 5914, 5915, and 5918, and the requirement for Marines in PMOS 0151 has been reduced. Marines with PMOS 4653, 5914, 5915, and 5918 should see the Career Planner immediately to ensure they are aware of potential lateral move options and make every effort to enhance their competitiveness for these opportunities. Marines with the above MOS's must lateral move. First term Marines in those MOSs will lateral move during their appropriate reenlistment fiscal year. SNCO's should read Almar 345/98 to get a complete listing of their career options. Marines with PMOS 0151 that would like to lateral move should see the Career Planner immediately. Manpower is seeking 200 career Corporals and Sergeants to voluntarily lateral move. If 200 volunteers are not received by 30 November 1998, lateral moves will be directed by CMC to meet new strength requirements. For additional information and/or to request a lateral move, please stop by the Career Planners office and read Almar 345/98.
 

Officer and Enlisted MOS Conversion

MarAdmin number 007/98 announced implementation of a MOS conversion. In accordance with the MOS Manual (MCO P1200.7), officer and enlisted MOS for active and reserve component Marines (including retirees) will be converted as indicated below. MOS 9909 (officer) will be converted to 0502 and MOS 9919 (enlisted) will be converted to 0511. Point of contact for active component officer MOS conversion for MOS 0502 is (MMOA) Maj O'Rourke DSN 224-1855, POC for active component enlisted MOS conversion for MOS 0511 (MMEA) is Capt MacFarlane DSN 224-8685. For additional information see MarAdmin number 007/98.
 

Schedule for Staff Noncommissioned Officer Selection Boards for Calendar Year 1999

The calendar year 1999 SNCO selection boards for promotion will convene as follows:

For selection to:

SgtMaj through MSgt                     9 weeks                     26 Jan - 26 Mar 99

SgtMaj of USMC                           1 week                       5 Apr - 9 Apr 99

GySgt                                             8 weeks                     20 Apr - 11 Jun 99

SSgt                                               9 weeks                     13 Jul - 10 Sep 99

SgtMaj through SSgt (USMCR)     8 weeks                     13 Oct - 10 Dec 99
      (AR, SMCR, IRR)

For additional information refer to Almar 321/98.

If you are eligible for the upcoming selection borads, and have not had the opportunity to speak to Career Counselors, follow these simple instrustions to conduct a "short fuse" screening on your record. The counselors utilize the "short fuse" screening when the selection board is convening inless than three months, and eligible Marines are calling for the first time.

1. Go to the Careeer Planner and have them print a current BIR/BTR. Make sure the following is current on the BIR/BTR:

    -Rifle/Pistol score (BTR)

    -PFT date/class (BTR)

    -Completed PME (BTR)

    -Personal awards (BIR)

2. Master Brief Sheet

    -Check for latest fitness report (Performance Eval on MCTFS)

    -Check for posible date gaps

3. Read the full Almar (RTFA)

    -Read the entire Almar! The 60 and 30 day Almars contain more information than just the "zones".

     Information that may pertain to that individual Marine.

If you encounter a problem with any part of your record, make sure to seek help through your chain of command.

We encourage you to call the Career Counselors 1 to 2 years before reaching the zone. However, if you find yourself  eligible and the board convenes in less than three months, use the information provided to ensure the board members have the most current information.
 
 

Marine Security Guard (MSG) Duty

MSG is seeking Lance Corporals through Sergeants who are single, independent thinkers, mature, of good moral character, have firm integrity, confident, and a team player. MSG duty is a voluntary duty which includes training with the State Department in preparation for assignment to overseas diplomatic posts. There are over 120 American Embassies overseas available for assignment while on MSG duty. Marine security guards travel on diplomatic passports and serve as members of their embassies' staff. Security guard duty is a chance to experience a different culture, learn a new language, and see some new sights. If you are interested in MSG duty or would like view a 15-minute video on MSG duty, please stop by the Career Planner's office anytime. The next available MSG classes are as follows:

Class     SNCOs report by     Sgt and below report by     Graduation Date

1-99         27 Sep 98                     4 Oct 98                         20 Nov 98
2-99         27 Dec 98                     3 Jan 99                         19 Feb 99
3-99         28 Feb 99                     7 Mar 99                        23 Apr 99
4-99          2 May 99                     9 May 99                        25 Jun 99
5-99         18 Jul 99                      25 July 99                       10 Sep 99
1-00         26 Sep 99                     2 Oct 99                         19 Nov 99
 
 

Enlisted PME Requirement By Grade

For selection to Staff Sergeant:

1. NCO Basic nonresident Program (MCI 7000) or
2. Prior to 18 Sep 91, MCI Course 03.3, The Marine NCO or
3. After 1 Aug 96, Sergeants Course (MCI 8000)

For selection to Gunnery Sergeant:

1. SNCO Career Nonresident Program (MCI 7100)

For selection to Master Sergeant:

1. SNCO Advanced Nonresident Program (MCI 7200) and
2. Warfighting Skills (MCI 7400)

For selection to First Sergeant:

1. SNCO Career Resident or Nonresident Course and
2. SNCO Advanced Nonresident Program and
3. SNCO Advanced Resident Course and
4. Warfighting Skills Program

 
 
 
Congratulations
to
All Warrant Officer Selectees
and
All Staff Sergeant Selectees

.
 
 

WANTED!
FEMALE DRILL INSTRUCTORS
There is currently a drastic shortfall in applicants for female drill instructors. Any female Marine that is a Corporal or above and interested in becoming a drill instructor please stop by the Career Planning Office anytime. Time on station waivers will be granted on a case by case basis by CMC. Males are also needed on the drill field. If you are interested and would like more information or the class convening dates, please call or stop by the Career Planner's office.
We Are Looking For A Few Good Recruiters!!

Any Marine interested in becoming a recruiter should call or stop by the Career Planner's Office. The recruiting screening team will be aboard NAS Pensacola on 24 August 1998 to screen potential recruiters. Female recruiters are in high demand right now, if you're a female and interested please stop by the Career Planner's office. The next available recruiter classes are as follows:

Class                 Report Date                     Graduation Date

1-99                     981031                                 981217
2-99                     990109                                 990225
3-99                     990306                                 990422

 

Congratulations

Reenlistments

SSgt J. C. Geltmacher reenlisted 4 years on 980810

SSgt R. D. Lamb reenlisted for 4 years on 980818

SSgt D. Ward reenlisted for 4 years on 980820

SSgt D. L. Ploger reenlisted for 4 years on 980821

SSgt A. V. Lucky reenlisted for 4 years on 980824

MSgt A. E. Louis reenlisted for 3 years on 980902

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