R 311603Z JAN 20
MARADMIN 059/20
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC DMCS//
SUBJ/NOMINATIONS FOR ASSIGNMENT AS ASSISTANT DRILL MASTER, MBW//
REF/A/MSGID:DOC/MCO 1300.8/18 SEP 2014//
REF/B/MSGID:DOC/MCO 5060.20/15 MAY 2019//
REF/C/MSGID:DOC/MARADMIN 380/19/5 JUL 2019//
NARR/REF A IS MCO 1300.8, MARINE CORPS PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENT POLICY. REF B IS MCO 5060.20, MARINE CORPS DRILL AND CEREMONIES MANUAL. REF C IS MARADMIN 380/19, MCBUL 7220. FISCAL YEAR 2020 (FY20) SELECTIVE RETENTION BONUS/(SRB) PROGRAM AND FY20 BROKEN SERVICE SRB (BSSRB) PROGRAM//
POC/A. TAGLIERE/SGTMAJ/UNIT: MBW/-/TEL:202-433-6764/TEL: DSN 288-4891//
GENTEXT/RMKS/1. This message solicits nominations for assignment as Assistant Drill Master, Marine Barracks Washington (MBW).
2. The Assistant Drill Master supervises the maintenance of ceremonial excellence for the Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC) and is a special staff member to the Commanding Officer, MBW. The Assistant Drill Master supports the Drill Master in ensuring the flawless ceremonial conduct of all funerals and memorial ceremonies in the National Capital Region (NCR), dignified transfers at Dover Air Force Base, and Marine Corps ceremonial commitments throughout the NCR. Further, as directed by the Drill Master, the Assistant Drill Master supervises the Marine Corps Color Sergeant and Color Guard activities, full honors arrivals, joint wreath laying ceremonies, street parades, Marine Corps birthday and cake cutting events, presidential cordons, Sunset and Evening Parades, and ceremonial duties in highly visible venues. The Assistant Drill Master supports the coordination of ceremonies and may be required to teach or supervise drill instruction to barracks personnel, maintain the barracks order on drill and ceremonies, and brief the CMC, Assistant Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, and general officers involved in NCR events.
3. Eligibility. Marines considered for this assignment must meet the following basic criteria:
a. Hold the rank of Staff Sergeant. Gunnery Sergeants will be considered on a case by case basis.
b. Possess unquestionable moral character, superlative leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and the capacity to serve as an uncompromising example for others to emulate.
c. Be within height and weight standards and possess outstanding physical stamina and personal appearance. Preference will be given to male Marines between 72 and 76 inches in height and to female Marines 68 inches and above.
d. Per reference (a), nominees must extend or reenlist to meet a minimum 36 months of obligated service to receive orders to MBW. Assignment orders will reflect a 36-month assignment in an 8014 billet.
e. Per reference (b), nominees must have a comprehensive understanding of Marine Corps drill and ceremonies.
f. Marines that have attended a formal military school in excess of 20 weeks or are currently serving in a screenable billet outside of their MOS will not be favorably considered until previous obligation has been served.
4. Nominations. Request commanders screen qualified volunteers and submit nomination packages to MBW not later than 31 March 2020 for screening selection.
a. Nominations are to include the commander's (O-5 level endorsed) letter of recommendations with the following enclosures: Basic Individual Record; Basic Training Record; Pages 11, UPB and 13 of the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF); official promotion photograph taken within the past six months; Master Brief Sheet; latest fitness report; professional resume; biography; and special duty assignment financial worksheet. Digital photos must be electronically filed in the Marine's OMPF.
b. Finalists must attend a three-day selection process at MBW in April 2020 (travel 12 April, screening from 13-15 April, return flights booked NET 1400 on 15 April).
c. MBW will assume responsibility for travel and associated TAD costs. Government quarters and messing are available.
d. Send nomination packages electronically to adrian.tagliere@usmc.mil or to the following address: Marine Barracks Washington (attn: Barracks SgtMaj) 8th and I Streets, SE Washington, DC 20390-5000.
5. The Marine selected for assignment as Assistant Drill Master will attend a 3-week ceremonial drill school, as well as hosting and docent classes located at MBW upon permanent change of station and arrival to MBW.
6. Release authorized by Lieutenant General John J. Broadmeadow, Director, Marine Corps Staff, HQMC.//