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Military Dictionary. The promotion criteria for promotion to the ranks of E-2 to E-3 are:. The promotions to E-4 and above in the Marine Corps are competitive.
That means there are only so many "vacancies" in each grade above E-3 in each MOS job. For E-6 through E-9 promotions, the Commandant of the Marine Corps convenes a promotion board once per year.
However, the First Sergeant has a much larger degree of authority and responsibility. The First Sergeant wears special rank with a diamond and is the top enlisted leader in the unit. First sergeants work directly for the unit commander and are responsible for the morale, welfare, and discipline of all of the enlisted members assigned to the unit.
When you are an E-7 Gunnery Sergeant you will indicate on your proficiency reports whether you wish to be considered for promotion as a Master Sergeant or as a First Sergeant.
Successful completion of Drill Instructor , Recruiter or Marine Security Guard school in the grades of corporal through gunnery sergeant can replace the requirement to complete resident PME courses, including the SNCO Advanced Resident course, provided the Marine has also completed the appropriate nonresident program. The Marine Corps Promotion Board takes all the selectees without regard to MOS , and gives them a promotion sequence number, which is assigned according to seniority. For example, if it's the E-7 list, the Marines will give the lowest sequence number to the E-7 selected with the most time-in-grade as an E Each month, for the next 12 months, the Marines will then release the sequence numbers of those to be promoted during that month.
This ensures a smooth promotion flow for the following 12 months when the next board will meet and do everything all over again. In addition to the normal promotion system and below-the-zone early promotions, commanders can promote a very few, outstanding Marines via the Meritorious Promotion System.
Marines can be promoted up to the rank of E-8 under this system. Staff sergeants can earn their grades after four years of service and two years at their current grade, excellent scores and the completion of a professional military education course. Beyond this, promotion considerations must be presented to a selection board.
Sergeant major, the highest enlisted rank possible, is reserved for one person at a time. The most basic qualification for a commissioned officer is being in possession of a four-year degree. Officers begin their careers with the Marine Corps as second lieutenants and are eligible to advance to first lieutenant after two years in service.
To move beyond this, officers must both put in the time and have their service records evaluated by a selection board. As available slots are limited, only the most deserving officers will get promoted. Time-related eligibility is as follows: O-2 to captain, is four years in service and two years in current grade; captain to major is nine to 11 years in service and three in grade; major to lieutenant colonel is 15 to 17 years in service and three in grade; and finally, lieutenant colonel to colonel is 21 to 23 years in service and three in grade.
Also, promotions are earned and not based on seniority. Your next three promotions require three years of TIG, while the final two require one year.
What is the Meritorious Promotion Program? Commanders can promote some Marines who demonstrate they can handle the duties of a higher rank. There are still some basic TIG requirements for these promotions, however. Also, a commander can only give a meritorious promotion up to and including an E The OSO screens candidates and aids in determining the best way towards your commission.
Conclusion After joining the Marines, you will notice many of the initial ranks promote automatically as long as you have the right amount of Time in Service and Time in Rank. Afterward, promotions become more competitive. Resources : www. Jeff E. Since exiting, Jeff has served as a non-profit manager in the area of foster care and adoption.
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