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WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy has authorized Assignment Incentive Pay (AIP) for Sailors extended at certain commands due to COVID-19 transfer delays. On June 12, the Navy announced the conditions-based, phased plan for Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves. A vital part of the plan is prioritizing sea duty and critical shore billets, such as Recruit Division Commanders duty at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes. As a result, Sailors at these types of duty may be involuntarily extended. “Shipmates, I honor your continued dedication to the mission in these tough times,” said Vice Adm. John B. Nowell Jr., the Navy’s top uniformed personnel official. “We will only keep you in your current billet if it is absolutely necessary for mission readiness, however, if you are affected by these moves beyond our normal limits, we now have taken steps to compensate you for your time.” Involuntary extensions beyond six months will only occur under the most unusual circumstances. The Navy’s standard rotation window allows for Sailors to be transferred up to six-months before their scheduled rotation date as well as to be held in place for an additional six months, if necessary. According to two separate Department of the Navy memos, Recruit Division Commanders and Sailors on sea duty are eligible to be paid AIP at the rate of $500 per month for each month they are held at their current command beyond the six-month threshold. Sailors should work with their chain of command as well as their detailer to determine if this program will apply to them. Assignment Incentive Pay is just one tool available to the Navy to keep key billets filled. Still in effect is NAVADMIN 132/20 released on May 5, which offers both high-year tenure waivers as well as Sea Duty Incentive pay to Sailors in specific skills willing to extend at sea or return to sea early. The deadline to apply for these programs is Sept. 30. Volunteering to extend could net Sailors a lump-sum payment in return for their extension or curtailment, the amount can vary based on rating and paygrade. Those Sailors interested in volunteering for SDIP should contact their detailer. This includes those in SDIP-eligible skills currently scheduled to separate or retire who are willing to delay their departure by 6-12 months are eligible for SDIP as well. Ordinarily, such requests require applying 14-16 months before their projected rotation date; however, this timeline may be waived on a case-by-case basis. The latest list of eligible ratings and paygrades, updated May 5, can be found at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/pay-and-benefits. More information on the AIP program is available at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/assignment-leave-travel/resources-and-links. Those interested in the high-year tenure wavers and Sea Duty Incentive Pay can get details from NAVADMIN 132/20. The latest DoD policies are at https://www.defense.gov/explore/spotlight/coronavirus

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 302151Z JUN 20 MID110000792776U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 188/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO/WASHINGTON DC/CNO/JUN// REF/A/RMG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/121637ZNOV19// REF/B/RMG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/271513ZFEB20// REF/C/MEMO/SECDEF/19JUN20// REF/D/MSG/COMUSFLTFORCOM NORFOLK VA/131415FEB20// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 254/19 CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE. REF B IS NAVADMIN 051/20 NAVY INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY POLICY UPDATE. REF C IS SECDEF MEMORANDUM ACTIONS FOR IMPROVING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. REF D IS 12-STAR MESSAGE PROMULGATION OF SIGNATURE BEHAVIORS OF THE 21ST CENTURY SAILOR NAVY CORE VALUES, NAVY ETHOS, AND CORE ATTRIBUTES IN ACTION, VERSION 2.0// SUBJ/NAVY INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY// RMKS/1. I hope you have had the opportunity to view my second video, It Starts with Us, encouraging a dialogue about race relations and inclusion within the Navy. We have been working to build a better Navy through the Culture of Excellence approach announced in references (a) and (b). One very important aspect of this approach is recognizing that we come from all walks of life, with different and valuable experiences and perspectives. Our differences make our Navy, our connection to each other and our families and communities even stronger. 2. Our efforts are taking us in the right direction, but clearly not enough has been done to face the challenges of today. Three weeks ago, I asked you to listen. Now, I am strongly encouraging every Navy leader uniform and civilian, active and reserve - to start a dialogue at each of your commands. As a Navy, we must seize this opportunity to engage in conversations about race relations and inclusion within our force. Now is the time to have open and honest conversations across our Navy. We need to identify what is really happening, understand where barriers exist and listen to all perspectives on how we can bring our unique skillsets together to tackle these issues. This is not the problem of one group of people. This is our Navy, and we need a greater understanding of the experiences that make us One Navy Team and build trust and connection in our teams. 3. In addition to these conversations at every command and at every level, we are standing up Task Force (TF) One Navy reflecting the diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, age, and ranks from across our Navy to identify barriers and corrective actions to eliminate inequalities between groups of people. TF One Navy will leverage outreach focus groups from both within and outside the Navy representing diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, age, and rank to ensure a diversity of experience and perspectives. Additionally, in line with reference (c), the Secretary of Defense is setting up a Department of Defense (DoD) Board on Diversity and Inclusion to address DoD-wide issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the DoD. While we have been committed to Inclusion and Diversity for many years, current events shine a light on the need for us to do more and to do it more quickly. 4. At the command level, we need to: a. Start a dialogue with your superiors, peers and teams and listen to their personal stories and experiences. If we have not directly experienced racism, sexism, ageism, or other forms of discrimination, it is often difficult to realize they exist. However, they do exist in our Navy and country, and it is our responsibility to eliminate them. b. Keep the conversation going. Practice inclusion every day by integrating Sailor and civilian perspectives in early stages of problem- solving and idea generation. In each meeting you have and problem you tackle, include all perspectives to gather varied points of view that will help you make the best decision. c. Leverage your Command Resilience Team to understand what is happening in your command. Look at your most recent command climate assessment with fresh eyes. Surveys may show you some of the problem areas in your command that you can address in your conversations. d. Advocate and model the leadership style that motivates people to speak up, be empathetic listeners, stand up for each other, learn and grow. Ensure doors are open for conversations and opportunities are available for professional development throughout the command. e. Share lessons learned and best practices on leveraging diverse populations with your or your upper echelons designated Inclusion and Diversity Representative. f. Increase your knowledge and awareness of Inclusion and Diversity Heritage Celebrations and Special Observances by supporting programs, exhibits, publications and participation in community military and civilian sponsored events throughout the year. 5. I need every Sailor to: a. Speak up and share your experiences about what you and your families are feeling, what you think the major issues are and how you would fix it if you were in charge. Identify areas where there are barriers to certain groups of people in the Navy feeling like they truly belong on the team. Have pride in being an integral part of the greatest Navy in the world and have confidence that we will continue to lead on issues that impact all of us. b. Be an ally for those who do not feel like they can speak up. Listen to and understand others lived experiences and recognize that your perspective is one of many valuable perspectives. c. Live the Signature Behaviors 24/7/365 delineated in reference (d). These behaviors include: (1) Treat every person with respect. (2) Take responsibility for my actions. (3) Hold others accountable for their actions. (4) Intervene when necessary. (5) Be a leader and encourage leadership in others. (6) Grow personally and professionally every day. (7) Embrace the diversity of ideas, experiences and backgrounds of individuals. (8) Uphold the highest degree of integrity in professional and personal life. (9) Exercise discipline in conduct and performance. (10) Contribute to team success through actions and attitude. 6. As Sailors, and as a Navy, we cannot tolerate racism or discrimination of any kind. We must listen to each other, understand the perspectives of others and identify and eliminate individual and systemic racism and discrimination within our force. We must live the Signature Behaviors and the first step is having conversations with one another, controlling what you and I can control and make recommendations to leadership on other changes to help effect positive change. 7. The following resources are available to assist: a. I&D goals and objectives available at https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers- npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/inclusion/Documents/Updated%20Glossy.pdf b. Commanders I&D toolkit: Commanders Toolkit is available under the Inclusions and Diversity tab at: https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers- npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/inclusion/Pages/default.aspx c. DEOMI Implicit Bias Training https://www.deocs.net/public/A2S-4_1/Inclusion/documents/Implicit- Bias-5June2020-SS.pdf d. DEOMI Assessment to Solutions (A2S) provides helpful information, videos, tools and resources (presentations on implicit bias, inclusion and diversity at work, racist behaviors and prevention strategies) at https://www.deocs.net. e. The Signature Behaviors infographic is available at: https://www.cpf.navy.mil/downloads/2020/02/signature-behaviors.pdf https://www.public.navy.mil/usff/Documents/signature-behaviors-f.pdf https://www.c6f.navy.mil/Portals/22/Documents/Signature Behaviors_FINAL.pdf f. It Starts With Us video is available at https://www.dvidshub.net/video/757420/starts-with-us 8. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

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MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- Sailors are now authorized to use the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) for permanent change of station (PCS) moves. This announcement comes in advance of the conditions based restart to the PCS move process, and provides a proven and reliable option to Sailors to support their financial travel needs during a PCS move. “Over the past year, the Navy has piloted the use of the GTCC for PCS travel expenses and the feedback we have received and our assessment give us confidence that this provides a great option for Sailors during the PCS move process,” said Capt. Chris Harris, Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Assignment, Leave and Travel business design owner. “The ease of use combined with our new GTCC PCS Support Cell for immediate support during a PCS move really gives our Sailors a great resource to make the moving experience better.” NAVADMIN 176/20 announced the final rollout of GTCC use for PCS travel and expands the program so that active-duty Sailors moving within or outside the continental U.S. can use the GTCC for PCS-related travel expenses in lieu of a traditional travel advance for PCS moves. To provide enhanced customer support, NPC has established a GTCC PCS Support Cell within the MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) Contact Center to assist Sailors who have questions or are experiencing difficulties using their GTCC during PCS. This cell builds on the previous MNCC success with the Command Pay and Personal Administrator (CPPA) Pro-to-Pro cell stood up last year to provide direct support to CPPAs. This cell is easily reached through the MNCC Contact Center and is staffed with subject matter experts including CPPAs and GTCC Agency Program Coordinators (APC) to quickly solve problems Sailors might experience while using their GTCC for PCS purposes after detaching from their previous command. Additionally, Sailors in extremis can contact Citibank directly (number on the back of the card) for help requesting a temporary credit limit increase for up to five days under their “No Strand” policy. Adding to the MNCC vast arsenal of tools to help Sailors, these GTCC PCS Support Cell agents are able to provide services such as placing a Sailor into a mission critical status during a PCS move in the event there is an issue. Upon normal check-out, APCs at the losing command should place cards in a mission critical status before the Sailor departs. GTCC holders who elect not to use the card prior to travel may still activate it during the PCS process. The GTCC PCS Support Cell can be contacted by calling the 24/7 MNCC call center regarding issues related to the GTCC at 1-833-330-MNCC (1-833-330-6622) or by email at askmncc@navy.mil. Sailors will then be directed to a GTCC PCS Support Cell agent. The option to use the GTCC for PCS travel is for active duty Sailors. Expenses covered include Temporary Lodging Expenses or Temporary Lodging Allowance at the old or new permanent duty station, fuel for a privately owned vehicle when authorized as the mode of transportation, rental cars and fuel (if authorized), lodging and meals in route, dislocation allowance expenses normally used to establish a household, and ATM withdrawals. The use of the GTCC cannot be combined with a travel advance, used for personally procured moves (formerly known as do-it-yourself or DITY moves), used for commercial airfare for PCS travel (all commercial airfare for PCS travel will continue to be booked through the Navy Passenger Transportation Office), used for personal travel arrangements during leave in conjunction with orders, or used for medical expenses. The GTCC option for PCS is another service provided by the MyNavy HR team to modernize the pay and personnel process and improve the customer experience for Sailors and their families. It adds to the number of recently released products to support Sailors during a PCS move that include numerous offerings available via the MyPCS Mobile web enabled site. On MyPCS Mobile you can view a streamlined, plain language set of orders, complete an interactive PCS checklist tailored to your move plan, use a PCS Entitlements Calculator, and complete an easy to use electronic travel claim. MyPCS Mobile can be downloaded from the Navy App Locker at https://www.applocker.navy.mil

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 241737Z JUN 20 MID510001326329U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 176/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/JUN// SUBJ/GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD USE DURING PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION TRAVEL FULL ROLLOUT// REF/A/GENADMIN/CNO WASH DC/191648ZDEC19// REF/B/GENADMIN/CNO WASH DC/061749ZAUG19// REF/C/GENADMIN/CNO WASH DC/171240ZJUL19// REF/D/DOC/DOD/JUN2019// REF/E/DOC/DTMO/MAR2020// REF/F/DOC/JTR/01MAR2020// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 297/19 GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD USE DURING PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION TRAVEL - PHASE TWO. REF B IS NAVADMIN 184/19 GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD USE DURING PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION TRAVEL. REF C IS NAVADMIN 161/19 PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION MOVE IMPROVEMENTS. REF D IS THE DOD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION (FMR) VOLUME 9. REF E IS DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT OFFICE (DTMO) GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD REGULATIONS. REF F IS THE JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS (JTR).// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN supersedes reference (a) and announces the full rollout of the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) for use during Permanent Change of Station (PCS) travel. The GTCC for PCS travel is a proven capability providing Sailors and their families a reliable mean of financial support during a PCS move. This represents another MyNavy HR milestone toward delivering better quality of service to Sailors and their families through a modernized pay and personnel process. 2. Effective immediately, all Active-Duty and Full-time Support (FTS) Sailors conducting Continental U.S. (CONUS) or Outside CONUS (OCONUS) PCS moves, single or traveling concurrently or non- concurrently with dependents, are authorized to use the GTCC in accordance with the policies outlined in this NAVADMIN. Commanders will ensure widest dissemination of this new policy. Note: For Sailors choosing to use the GTCC for PCS travel and not traveling concurrently with dependents, a travel advance for dependent travel, if desired, must be requested via the existing process. The GTCC may be used only by the Sailor and not by the dependents. 3. Background a. Reference (b) announced the GTCC for PCS pilot program and provided applicable policy and guidance. The intent of the GTCC for PCS use was to provide Sailors with another means of funding PCS travel without the need for a travel advance or use of their own funds. b. Since August 2019, metric analysis and feedback from across the Fleet have proven the use of the GTCC during PCS beneficial for Sailors and their families. Although travel advances remain an option for Sailors, the GTCC provides immediate access to travel entitlements without having to request an advance or risk possible delays in the disbursement of funds. The timing for the full capability fielding was planned to coincide with the summer PCS move season surge, which now includes addressing the backlog of thousands of sets of delayed orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This option has already afforded PCS travelers flexibility, reassurance and financial stability for unforeseen costs resulting from the stop movement order. 4. Policy a. Active-Duty and FTS Navy only. This NAVADMIN does not apply to: (1) Sailors under accession, separation or retirement orders (2) Civilian personnel (3) Selected Navy Reserve personnel (4) Individual Mobilization Augmentees (5) Individual Ready Reserve Navy personnel b. Use of the GTCC is authorized for the following travel expenses: (1) Temporary Lodging Expense or Temporary Lodging Allowance (TLA) at the old or new permanent duty station (PDS) (2) Fuel for a Privately Owned Vehicle (POV), when POV is the authorized mode of transportation (3) Rental car and fuel, when a rental car is authorized on orders (4) Lodging and meals enroute (5) Dislocation Allowance (DLA) related expenses normally used to establish a household (6) Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) withdrawals Note: ATM fees are not a separately reimbursable expense c. GTCC use is not authorized in the following cases: (1) GTCC use cannot be combined with an electronic funds transfer/direct deposit travel advance (e.g. advanced DLA and per diem) (2) Personally procured moves, formerly known as do-it- yourself (DITY) moves (3) Commercial airfare for PCS travel. Commercial airfare will continue to be booked by the Navy Passenger Transportation Office. No commercial airfare charges will be made to a Sailors GTCC account. (4) Personal travel arrangements incurred during leave in conjunction with orders. See reference (d) for further details. (5) Medical expenses 5. Cardholder Instructions a. Several advantages and protections exist for Sailors using the GTCC in lieu of personal credit cards, including but not limited to: (1) No interest charges on the account (2) GTCC credit limits can be temporarily increased if needed to meet mission requirements (3) 24/7 customer service support from Citibank and PCS Traveler GTCC Support through MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) (dial 833- 330-MNCC for PCS travel assistance) (4) GTCC accounts used for PCS are placed in PCS/Mission Critical status to ensure payment is not due until 60 days after check-in at the new PDS (5) Automatic travel accident insurance (6) Automatic common carrier baggage insurance b. Enhanced Customer Support. Navy Personnel Command, in coordination with Naval Supply Systems Command and Citibank, has established a *GTCC for PCS* Support Cell within MNCC Contact Center. This *GTCC for PCS* Support Cell is easily reached through the MNCC Contact Center and is staffed with Command Pay and Personnel Administrator (CPPA) and GTCC subject matter experts who will provide real time support to Sailors using their GTCC for PCS purposes after detaching from their previous command. (1) Any cardholder who requires assistance during the PCS travel period should take action in the following order: (a) Contact Citibank from anywhere in the world 24/7 using the phone numbers on the back of the card. In emergency situations, Citibank will assist the cardholder under their *no strand* policy. (b) For non-emergent matters, contact the MNCC GTCC for PCS Support Cell. The GTCC for PCS Support Cell will assume responsibility as Agency Program Coordinator (APC) for the GTCC account and can assist with card activation, credit limit modifications and PCS/Mission Critical status enrollment or re- enrollment. Note: It may take up to 24 hours for changes to be made to an individual account. (c) Contact MNCC at 833-330-MNCC (6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. c. Use of the GTCC in excess of the estimated PCS travel entitlement could result in a personal indebtedness to Citibank. Sailors are encouraged to use the PCS Entitlements Calculator located in MyPCS Mobile to get an accurate estimate of PCS travel entitlements. d. Misuse. Commanders/supervisors will ensure Sailors using travel cards are advised of GTCC use for PCS limitations. Examples of misuse include, but are not limited to: (1) Expenses unrelated to PCS travel (2) ATM cash withdrawals made more than 3 working days prior to official government travel (3) Intentional failure to pay undisputed charges in a timely manner (4) Personal use or entertainment of any kind e. Prior to detachment of personnel, commanders/supervisors are to ensure cardholders have verified receipt of their GTCC and the command APC has activated and placed accounts into a PCS/Mission Critical status. f. Cardholders shall submit travel claims within 5 working days of arrival at the new PDS as outlined in reference (d). MyPCS Mobile provides a convenient and simple option for travel claim submission. Sailors are encouraged to use MyPCS Mobile in order to submit their digital travel claim within the 5 day requirement. When the travel claim is complete, ensure the split-disbursement option is selected if GTCC was used during the PCS move. This action will ensure the charge card bill is paid on time. Note: OCONUS TLA reimbursement claims (using NPPSC form 7220/5) are processed as an addition to a Sailors pay through NSIPS. There is no split disbursement option for this payment, so Sailors need to file their TLA claim promptly and ensure timely payment to Citibank for any charges related to TLA. g. Cardholders must self-register for access to Citimanager in order to receive online GTCC statements at www.citimanager.com/login. Upon arrival at new PDS, Sailors must check in with their command APC and update their address in Citimanager. 6. Sailors without a GTCC do not have to be in receipt of PCS orders to apply for their GTCC. Sailors are strongly encouraged to apply for a card as soon as possible. Contact your command APC for assistance. If necessary, an expedited application may be submitted if within 1 month of a projected rotation date. See Article 409 of reference (e) for expedited application procedures or contact your command APC. If already detached from the previous command, an expedited application may be submitted through the GTCC for PCS Support Cell. 7. Amplifying CPPA/APC/Travel Office instructions will be issued separately via routine program office communication methods. 8. To evaluate GTCC program effectiveness, collect feedback for continued process improvement and measure Sailor satisfaction, we request that Sailors who use the GTCC during PCS complete a brief survey available at https://surveys.max.gov/index.php/737856?lang=en. 9. To better assist you during the PCS process, download MyPCS Mobile to view your orders, complete the self-guided PCS checklist, use the entitlements calculator and to submit an electronic travel claim. MyPCS Mobile can be found in the Navy application locker at https://www.applocker.navy.mil or via MyNavy Portal at https://my.navy.mil. 10. For questions contact MNCC at 833-330-MNCC (6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. 11. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

The Air Force has begun fielding the new Sig Sauer 9-mm handgun to security forces units as it begins replacing a pistol model used for the past 35 years. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Small Arms Program Office made an initial purchase of about 125,000 Sig Sauer M18 pistols for $22.1 million, the Air Force said in a statement issued Monday. https://www.stripes.com/news/us/air-force-doles-out-first-wave-of-service-s-new-9-mm-handgun-to-airmen-1.634792

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 172023Z JUN 20 MID510001286975U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 172/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/JUN// SUBJ/BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM CALENDAR YEAR 2021 CONTINUATION PAY RATES// REF/A/DOC/NDAA/25NOV15// REF/B/DOC/NDAA/23DEC16// REF/C/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/271444ZSEP16// REF/D/DOC/COMNAVPERSCOM/22FEB20// NARR/REF A IS SECTIONS 631 THROUGH 635 OF NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016, SUBTITLE D - DISABILITY PAY, RETIRED PAY, AND SURVIVOR BENEFITS. REF B IS SECTIONS 631 THROUGH 633 OF NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017, SUBTITLE D - DISABILITY PAY, RETIRED PAY, AND SURVIVOR BENEFITS. REF C IS NAVADMIN 217/16, ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM FOR THE UNIFORMED SERVICES. REF D IS MILPERSMAN ARTICLE 1810-081, CONTINUATION PAY FOR MEMBERS ENROLLED IN THE BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN informs eligible Service Members that the Blended Retirement System (BRS) mid-career Continuation Pay (CP) rates for Calendar Year (CY) 2021 have been released. Please visit MyNavy Portal (MNP) at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/pay-and-benefits to view the CY-21 CP pay rates memorandum. 2. In line with references (a) and (b), Service Members who want to receive the mid-career CP are reminded that they must be enrolled in BRS and request CP before 12 years of service (YOS). The CP election is made via Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) which can be accessed via MyNavy Portal Quick Links. For Service Members who have provided NSIPS with an up- to-date e-mail address, NSIPS will send an e-mail notifications of CP eligibility at 11 years YOS, 11 years six months YOS, 11 years nine months YOS and a final reminder at 11 years 11 months YOS. Sailors who are unable to elect CP through NSIPS may manually elect CP through their Command Career Counselor (CCC). CP information to include details on electing CP can be found in references (c) and (d). For any other CP issues, Service Members should reach out to MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) at 833-330-MNCC or askmncc(at)navy.mil. 3. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 112007Z JUN 20 MID510001254497U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 166/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/DNS/JUN// SUBJ/ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPUTY CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS (DCNO) FOR WARFIGHTING DEVELOPMENT (OPNAV N7)// REF/A/DOC/EDUCATION FOR SEAPOWER (E4S) STUDY REPORT/DEC 2018// REF/B/DOC/SECNAV/5FEB2019// REF/C/DOC/DESIGN FOR MAINTAINING MARITIME SUPERIORITY 2.0/DEC 2018// REF/D/DOC/VCNO/13AUG2019// REF/E/DOC/FRAGO 01-2019/DEC 2019// REF/F/DOC OPNAVNOTE 5430/DNS/15MAY2020// AMPN/REF A IS RESPONSE TO THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY-DIRECTED COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF NAVAL EDUCATION. REF B IS ACTION MEMO IMPLEMENTING E4S REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS. REF C IS 2018 NAVY STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE. REF D IS THE OPNAV N7 TERMS OF REFERENCE. REF E IS CNO GILDAY SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE TO REF C. REF F MODIFIES THE OPNAV STAFF ORGANIZATION TO ESTABLISH DCNO N7.// POC/KEVIN BRAND/CAPT/LOC: WASHINGTON DC/EMAIL: KEVIN.M.BRAND(AT)NAVY.MIL/TEL: COMM: (703) 692-5146// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the formal establishment of the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Warfighting Development (DCNO N7). DCNO N7 is charged with advancing Navy Warfighting advantage in order to deter, dissuade and deny, or defeat adversaries. N7?s mission and functions follow three broad, interrelated lines of effort: warfighter development, warfare development, and warfighting corps development. Specifically, N7: a. Establishes and maintains the Navy?s strategy and communicates it with a single voice to internal and external audiences; b. Ensures that strategy guides navy-wide processes including CNO guidance to the POM, concept development, and the development of material and non -material solutions to our key operational problems; c. Aligns the Naval education enterprise with strategy, improves how the navy utilizes its flagship educational institutions, and selectively tailors employment of its most academically successful personnel; d. Advances warfighting development more quickly and effectively through wargames, exercises, experiments, tests, and studies; e. Empowers individuals to provide their insights and discoveries to drive necessary change; and f. Ensures a supply of warrior-scholars, leaders who are both superb warfighters and exceptional thinkers, to advance future warfighting development for the navy. 2. Background. In April 2018, the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) commissioned a comprehensive review (reference (a)) of all department of the Navy education efforts. In response to the findings and recommendations, the SECNAV directed the department to make its educational institutions directly relevant to the achievement of warfighting advantage (reference (b)). In support, CNO recommended (reference (c)) and SECNAV directed the creation of a new three -star led organization in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) to focus naval education on warfighting. Reference (d) articulated a vision for the roles and missions of the new DCNO position. In December 2019, CNO Gilday further directed that DCNO N7 should improve our ability to develop warrior scholars, warfighting ideas, and deliver warfighting advantage (reference (e)). 3. Reference (f) formally codified the establishment of the DCNO for Warfighting Development (N7) as an OPNAV principal official, effective 25 October 2019, with VADM Stuart B. Munsch assuming duties as DCNO N7. 4. The new N7 directorate is composed of the following divisions, with codes and functions as noted: a. N71 (Warfighter Development), with lines of effort (LOE) for education strategy and policy, fellowship and scholarship management, and educational institution fiscal management. b. N72 (Warfare Development), with LOEs for analytics, strategy, doctrine and concepts, and investment alignment. c. N73 (Strategic Warfighting Innovation Cell), manned by hand-picked, highly qualified active-duty and reserve-component officers (O4 through O6), civilian equivalents, and select enlisted personnel, nominated and detailed to run a framework focused on addressing the Navy?s most pressing operational problems. d. N74 (Warfighting Integration), overseeing the navy strategy panel to ensure our competitive posture and strategic alignment. 5. N7 has established a number of online venues to facilitate a collaborative network where motivated stakeholders can both learn about N7?s organization, lines of effort, and actively participate in ground breaking work focused on solving key operational problems. You are invited to join the conversation; communicate and collaborate with the team; and become part of the solution. Connect with us at one of the following initial entry points. a. On SIPR: https://intelshare.intelink.sgov.gov/sites/dcnodwo/ b. On NIPR: https://portal.secnav.navy.mil/orgs/opnav/N7/ c. On the N7 public web page: https://www.navy.mil/local/opnavn7 6. Questions, suggestions, and further information can be obtained by contacting opnav_n7_pao.fct(AT)navy.mil. 7. As the Navy and the nation enters a renewed era of great power competition against potential peer adversaries, maintaining and accelerating our warfighting advantage will require solving a number of key operational problems (kops)/challenges. These challenges span the full spectrum of conflict, from day-to-day competition to lethal combat. The DCNO N7 organization will enhance individual learning; accelerate institutional learning; and broaden and deepen our warfighting knowledge. Together, this will maintain our warfighting advantage ensuring that we can outthink and outfight any adversary. 8. Released By Mr. Andrew S. Haeuptle, Director, Navy Staff.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 111943Z JUN 20 MID510001254398U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 167/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/JUN// SUBJ/SEPTEMBER 2020 (CYCLE 107) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATIONS FOR SELECTED RESERVE E-4 THROUGH E-6 PETTY OFFICERS// REF/A/DOC/BUPERS/19SEP18// REF/B/MSG/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/052044ZMAR13// REF/C/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/201449ZDEC18// REF/D/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/272057ZDEC18// NARR/REF A IS BUPERSINST 1430.16G, ADVANCEMENT MANUAL FOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL OF THE U.S. NAVY AND U.S. NAVY RESERVE. REF B IS ALNAV 015/13, PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. REF C IS NAVADMIN 312/18, ADVANCEMENT POLICY UPDATE. REF D IS NAVADMIN 316/18, ENLISTED ADVANCEMENT WORKSHEET.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the September 2020 (cycle 107) Navy- wide advancement exam (NWAE) for advancement-in-rate of Selected Reserve (SELRES) Sailors. Due to the postponement of the February 2020 (cycle 106) NWAE, the administration month for cycle 107 NWAE has been shifted from August 2020 to September 2020. Commencing with cycle 107, Canvasser Recruiters with special program indicator (SPI) code of *W* will take the SELRES exam and be rank- ordered for advancement with other SELRES candidates. Full-Time Support personnel with a SPI code of *V* will take cycle 248 Active- Duty NWAEs. a. All candidates serving on voluntary recall or mobilization will compete for advancement as a SELRES. b. This NAVADMIN supplements reference (a). c. In addition to the requirements in chapter 6 of reference (a) and this NAVADMIN, Educational Services Officers (ESO) must follow the pre-exam preparation requirements in the exam verbatim located on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website via MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement- center/my-eso. 2. Eligibility Requirements. For all E-4 through E-6 candidates, eligibility requirements are found in chapter 2 of reference (a), with the following information specific only to cycle 107: a. The terminal eligibility date used to compute time-in-rate (TIR) for E-4 through E-6 is 1 January 2021. b. The minimum TIR date must be on or before (1) E-6 - 1 January 2018 (2) E-5 - 1 January 2020 (3) E-4 - 1 July 2020 c. E-6 candidate TIR requirements for early promote Sailors can be waived by 1 year with commanding officer (CO)/officer-in-charge (OIC) approval, in line with paragraph 214 of reference (a). d. High-year tenure (HYT) date for E-4 through E-6 must be effective 1 January 2021 or later. Any HYT waiver must be approved prior to 1 August 2020. Candidates who have submitted a formal written request for voluntary transfer to the retired reserve (with or without pay) or Fleet Reserve on a date prior to their mandated HYT are ineligible for advancement. e. Candidates in a rating requiring a security clearance must have a favorable investigation adjudication by the Department of Defense Central Adjudication Facility reflected properly in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) prior to 1 August 2020. If the CO of the candidate grants an interim clearance, it must be entered in JPAS prior to 1 August 2020. Candidates must maintain security clearance eligibility throughout the advancement cycle to be eligible for advancement. If, for any reason, a clearance is denied or revoked, an exam is not authorized until a new clearance is granted. Ratings requiring a security clearance are AC, AE, AG, AO, AT, AWF, AWO, AWR, AWS, AZ, CTI, CTN, CTR, CTT, EOD, ET, ETR, ETV, FC, FCA, GM, HT, IS, IT, ITS, LN, MA, MC, MMA, TM (previously MMW), MN, ND, OS, QM, SB, SO, STG, STS and YN. Refer to references (a) and (b) for additional guidance. f. For candidates taking E-4 and E-5 exams, compute performance mark average (PMA) using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with an ending date that falls within the following time periods: (1) E-4 exam - 1 January 2020 to 31 July 2020 (2) E-5 exam - 1 June 2019 to 31 July 2020 g. For candidates taking E-6 exams, calculate the Reporting Seniors Cumulative Average (RSCA) PMA, as outlined in reference (c), using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with the ending date that falls within the time period: (1) E-6 exam - 1 August 2017 to 31 July 2020 h. For guidance in establishing PMA for new accessions that have graduated from *A* school and do not have a current evaluation, refer to paragraph 308.b of reference (a). i. Guidance on professional military knowledge eligibility exam (PMK-EE). PMK-EE is mandatory for cycle 107 candidates and must be completed prior to 1 August 2020. j. Prior service reenlistment (PRISE-R) Sailors required to participate in the NWAE to complete their rate conversion are only required to complete the PMK-EE if they are an E-3 and are eligible for advancement in conjunction with testing to complete rate conversion. k. For guidance on establishing enlisted advancement worksheet (EAW) user roles and completing worksheets, refer to reference (d). EAW is mandatory for cycle 107. EAW will be the authority for PMA, RSCA PMA and awards. 3. Exam ordering. Order exams in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). a. Deploying commands and candidates departing to Congressionally-Designated Combat Zones and Approved Contingency Operations Areas (CDCZ/ACOA) can order exams up to 6 months prior to the scheduled exam date. For additional guidance, refer to chapter 4 and paragraph 614 of reference (a). b. Sensitive compartmented information (SCI) exams. Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN) and Cryptologic Technician Collection (CTR) SCI exam ordering dates can be found on the NEAS website via MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my-eso. ESOs must verify initial TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website for exam ordering. Supplemental SCI exams are ordered via preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil or naval message following the guidelines in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). The deadline for additional orders is 1 July 2020. c. Non-SCI Exams: (1) Initial exam ordering for non-SCI exams will be available until 16 June 2020. ESOs must verify TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website. (2) Eligible candidates who were not added to the initial TIR list can be added to a supplemental TIR list. Supplemental TIR lists will be available from 17 June 2020 to 19 July 2020. The deadline to order supplemental SELRES exams is 30 September 2020. d. Exams ordered after the TIR lists have closed and exams for prior service reenlistment eligible Reserve Sailors shall be ordered using preferred message formatted e-mail or naval message following the guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). Ensure a point of contact is included in the submitted e-mail or message. e. Exams for CDCZ/ACOA Sailors or recalled reservists will be ordered by the command holding the service record of the Service Member. Authority is granted for these candidates to be administered exams with the Active-Duty candidates. However, these candidates are still required to take the cycle 107 SELRES exam and not the cycle 248 Active-Duty exam. f. When an exam is not used during the normally scheduled event, do not destroy the exam prior to 1 October 2020. g. Cycle 107 exams should only be administered during the month of September due to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) impact. Requests for late exams should be made only for those candidates who, through no fault of their own, are unable to participate on the regularly scheduled NWAE administration date. (1) Since SELRES may take the NWAE anytime in the month of September, Annual Training (AT) and Additional Duty for Training (ADT) orders are not a valid reason for Sailors to take the late exam. ESOs shall ensure that Sailors take the NWAE prior to going on AT/ADT orders or when Sailors return from their AT/ADT. If a Sailor will be on AT/ADT during the entire month of the scheduled advancement exam, then the ESO shall coordinate with the gaining command to forward the Sailors exam and EAW. (2) Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC) (N321) has the final approval for all late exam requests but all SELRES late exam requests must come through the Navy Reserve Force ESOs prior to contacting NETPDC. The Command ESO may e- mail the Navy Reserve Force ESOs at CNRFC_Reserve_Forces_ESO(at)navy.mil and carbon copy their Immediate Superior in Commands ESO for validation of their late exam request. Once the Reserve Force ESOs validate the reason of the request, the Command ESO will request approval from NETPDC to allow the Sailor to take the late exam. A request for approval from NETPDC must be submitted with justification via e-mail to sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil for permission to retain exams for administration on the next drill weekend in October 2020. Ensure the reason for a requested delay is included. h. ESOs must verify the exam orders at the *View Previous Exam Orders* link via the NEAS website within 7 to 10 days of placing the order. If exam order discrepancies are noted, contact NETPDC (N321) as listed in the NEAS website at NETPDC (N321) Point of Contact Table. 4. Exam administration and answer sheet returns a. For exam administration and answer sheet return instructions, refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). b. ESOs must check the exam tote board on the NEAS website often to ensure answer sheets have been received and processed. Answer sheets that are in error will not be counted until they are processed successfully. c. A detailed discrepancy list can be found at the NEAS website via MyNavy Portal. For guidance on discrepancy correction requirements, refer to reference (a), chapters 3 and 7. d. Post-exam administration discrepancy correction correspondence with NETPDC (N321) is to be submitted using the EAW post-exam administration comments function, refer to reference (d). All corrections must have CO/OIC letter and supporting documentation included as attachments. Education point corrections require a submission of the Joint Service Transcript indicating the degree type and date of completion. e. For guidance on E-4 through E-6 candidates with missed exams due to assignment in CDCZ/ACOA, refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). f. The deadline to administer regular exams is 30 September 2020. Approved late exams must be administered no later than 31 October 2020. 5. Examination results. Refer to chapter 7 of reference (a). 6. Any additional information regarding this cycle will be posted on the NEAS website. 7. Points of contact a. MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) is available 24/7, by phone at (833) 330-MNCC ((833) 330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. b. SCI exam questions and orders via phone at (850) 473- 5867/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil. c. Non-SCI exam orders by phone at (850) 473-6148/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_n321_exam_order(at)navy.mil. d. NWAE exam records, and discrepancies by phone at (850) 473- 6148/DSN 753 or via EAW on MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my-eso. 8. Any additional information regarding this cycle, to include the exam verbatim and other related documents, will be posted on MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my- eso. 9. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 10. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

NEWPORT, R.I. (NNS) -- The 1,500 active-duty and Reserve mass communication specialists (MC) throughout the fleet now have an easier way to study for Navy-wide advancement exams. Sailors can now download the new MC Rate Training Manuals (RTM) Apps to study on the go, without the requirements of a CAC card or an internet connection. Additionally, Sailors can use the search feature inside the apps, bookmark favorite content, find contact information for emergency support, and send questions, comments, or other input using the in-app feedback email. After completing each app’s final exam, Sailors can receive credit for the completed courses directly into their Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) by entering their DODID number. The Chief of Information’s (CHINFO) Senior Enlisted Advisor, Master Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Lewis, who led the development, testing, and release of the applications, said they were designed with Sailors of today in mind. “I believe that this is precisely the type of content and training that our MCs deserve today,” said Lewis. “These apps are indeed the first of their kind in the sense that we’ve taken what was originally a PDF file, converted them to HTML, and now interactive apps. Additionally, once you download the apps, you do not need outside connectivity for them to work – a key for our shipboard Sailors.” Results of app testing throughout the fleet were unanimously positive, with junior MCs specifically complementing the accessibility and functionality. "When I first opened the apps during the testing process, it was great to have something compact, easy to navigate and simple to understand,” said Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Lieberknecht, a recent graduate of the military photojournalism program at Syracuse University. “Now, instead of printing hundreds of pages or spending time scrolling through a digital document for a simple reference, the apps streamline study sessions and knowledge refreshment for MCs. The best part about the apps is not only the easy upload to your ETJ, but also that they are valuable sources to study while in the chow line, at home, or in your rack." The apps are also the beginning stages of Center for Service Support’s (CSS) efforts to create similar RTM mobile apps for other ratings in their domain, including logistics specialist, yeoman, culinary specialist and personnel specialist. “With the completion of these apps, we now have our foundation so we can prepare to have this for more Sailors in their respective fields,” said Ray Paradis, CSS program manager for Non-Resident Training Courses, Personnel Qualification Standards, Occupational Standards and Learning and Development Roadmaps. “Our job is ensuring that the Sailors of today and tomorrow have the very best opportunity to learn their craft, and this is a perfect method to reach Sailors through modern technology.” The apps were designed in coordination with CHINFO, the PMW 240 Sea Warrior Program and Tracen Technology. The apps can be downloaded at the Navy App Locker or Google Play and iOS App stores using the keyword “MC RTM.”

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Last night, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday in a self-recorded video spoke to Sailors about the death of Mr. George Floyd and the subsequent unrest across the country. To watch CNO’s message, please visit: https://youtu.be/4MfOQD_gUaQ Below is the text of his message: “Good evening, I wanted to take a few moments to talk to our Navy family – our officers, our enlisted Sailors, our Navy civilians, and our families – about the murder of Mr. George Floyd and the events that we have all watched on TV for the last several nights. It’s been a very sad time for our country - a confusing time. And most of us are trying to figure it out and trying to ask ourselves, “What can we do?” “How can we contribute in a positive way to change things so that these things never happen again?” I’ve been in the Navy for a long time and I’ve had a lot of experiences. Something I have never experienced and something I will never experience is that I will never walk in the shoes of a black American or any other minority. I will never know what it feels like when you watch that video of Mr. Floyd’s murder. And I can’t imagine the pain and the disappointment and the anger that many of you felt when you saw that. Because it’s not the first time, it’s happened time and time again in our country. I don’t have all the answers, and as CNO I can’t write an order and change a policy that’s going to fix things. So, I thought I’d make a couple of points. First right now, I think we need to listen. We have black Americans in our Navy and in our communities that are in deep pain right now. They are hurting. I’ve received emails, and I know it’s not a good situation. I know that for many of them, they may not have somebody to talk to. I ask you to consider reaching out, have a cup of coffee, have lunch, and just listen. The second thing I would ask you to consider in the Navy we talk a lot about treating people with dignity and respect – in fact, we demand it. It’s one of the things that makes us a great Navy and one of the things that makes me so proud of all of you every single day. But over the past week, after we’ve watched what is going on, we can’t be under any illusions about the fact that racism is alive and well in our country. And I can’t be under any illusions that we don’t have it in our Navy. Racism happens a lot and it happens with people that we don’t normally expect. It happens with people who are friendly, generous, and kind as well. It could be a friend, a coworker, it could be a family member or a close acquaintance. And they say something, and it’s not right. And you know it’s not right. But because they’re a friend, and you know them well, and they’re a good person. You say to yourself “they didn’t mean that…they didn’t mean for it to come out that way.” But it did. And they had that thought. And they verbalized it. There was a consequence and somebody was probably hurt by it. So, when that happens, I want you to think about is approaching that person. Think about dignity and respect. Think about having a private conversation – an honest conversation in educating them. Make them more self-aware of what they did and what they said. If we don’t do that, racism, injustice, indignity, and disrespect – it’s going to grow and it’s going to continue. And we’ll have more weeks like we’ve had this week. And we’ll be disappointed. We’ll be more disappointed in ourselves because we let it happen. We let it happen. I’m really proud of the Navy. I’m such an optimist about not only where we’ve been but where we are going. Let’s make it the best Navy possible. Let’s make it the best Navy for everybody. Thanks. Thanks for listening. Have a good night.”

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- If you think you've got what it takes to be an officer, the annual call for applications to the 2021 Seaman to Admiral program, known as STA-21, is on the streets. This year's board will meet in mid-September. Applications must be postmarked on or before July 1 to be considered by the board. Some leeway is being granted for additional documents to be being added later, though the July 1 deadline for initial applications is hard and fast. "The program's goal is to provide our highly-motivated, active-duty personnel an opportunity to obtain their undergraduate degree and earn a commission as a naval officer," said Cathy Kempf, a retired Navy commander who heads selection and placement for STA-21 as well as Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC). "The program is very competitive as the selection boards look for the top-notch Sailors who go above and beyond their normal duties while already having an academic background that positions them to complete their degree in 36 months or less." This year's STA-21 details are in NAVADMIN 152/20, released on May 26. STA-21 is one of several routes the Navy offers to go from the deckplates to the wardroom. Other options include the U.S. Naval Academy, NROTC, and Officer Candidate School. More senior Sailors can apply for direct commissions through the Limited Duty Officer and Chief Warrant Officer Programs. There are also routes to a commission in the medical community through in-service procurement programs. For Sailors with significant college credits, STA-21 can be the fastest route to a commission, which is why competition for quotas is keen. Of 323 applications received for the fiscal-year 2020 board, only 305 were deemed eligible. Of those, just 55 were selected. This year's board is expected to offer the same opportunity. Once selected, Sailors attend college full-time and collect their full paycheck for their current paygrade while in school. Tuition is paid for by the Navy through an annual $10,000 stipend. Any costs over that must be covered by the Sailor, though they can use their GI Bill to cover any difference. Qualifying college entrance exams scores are required and cannot be waivered. Sailors can use either the Scholastic Aptitude Test or the American College Testing exams, provided they were taken within the last three years, specifically between July 1, 2017 and July 1, 2020. Because the recent COVID-19 pandemic caused the cancellation of many scheduled exams, the Navy will allow applications to be accepted after the July 1 deadline as long as test scores are received before the board meets, currently slated for the second week in September. Fitness counts, too, as applicants can't have below an overall "good" score on any Physical Fitness Assessment over their past three cycles. Here, also, there are COVID-19 considerations allowing Sailors to use scores from the latest full test taken within the past year because this spring’s tests were suspended. The following community options are open for application this year -- Surface Warfare (SWO), Surface Warfare Engineering (SWO/ED), Nuclear (Surface/Sub), Special Warfare, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Naval Flight Officer, Pilot, Civil Engineering Corps, Nurse Corps and Information Professional. No applications will be accepted this year for Human Resources, Intelligence, Information Warfare, Medical Corps, Supply Corps, Surface Warfare Officer Information Professional (SWO/IP), Oceanography (OCEANO) and SWO/OCEANO. Sailors flexible on community preference can apply under the "core option." Here, Sailors are not assigned a community up front but compete for spots in the unrestricted line designators of pilot, naval flight officer, submarine or surface warfare, as well as EOD and SEAL. More information on this year's board specifics are available in NAVADMIN 152/20. Overall program requirements and application details - as well as program contacts -- can be found at http://www.sta-21.navy.mil.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 291910Z MAY 20 MID110000745230U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 159/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/TERMINATION OF DEPARTURE AUTHORITY FOR INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19// REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/212136ZAPR20// REF/B/MEMO/OSD/20MAR2020// REF/C/MEMO/OSD/21MAY2020// REF/D/JTR/DTMO/01MAY2020// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 116/20, NAVY MITIGATION MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK UPDATE 4. REF B IS MEMO FROM UNDERSECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS (USD PR), AUTHORIZED DEPARTURE-INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19. REF C IS MEMO FROM USD PR, AUTHORIZED DEPARTURE FOR INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19-TERMINATION OF DEPARTURE AUTHORITY. REF D IS THE JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS.// RMKS/1. Paragraph 3.F of reference (a) announced the authorized departure of dependents in line with reference (b). This NAVADMIN announces the termination of that authorized departure in line with reference (c). 2. In line with reference (c), Department of Defense eligible family members and civilian employees who did not have travel orders approved prior to 7 May 2020, may no longer use the authority of reference (b) to depart their duty station. For those currently at a safe haven authorized by reference (b), the Department of State has extended all current global authorized departures until 11 June 2020. All authorized departure allowances are terminated effective 11 June 2020. For those who had orders approved after 7 May 2020 and have travelled to a safe haven, contact the Military Pay and Compensation Policy Branch (OPNAV N130) via e-mail at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil for further guidance. 3. In line with table 6-19 of reference (d), dependents departing a non- foreign location OCONUS or foreign location will receive return transportation from the safe haven to the Service Members permanent duty station (PDS) if the days remaining on their tour of duty on the dependents scheduled arrival date is 60 or more days. The secretarial process must be used for return travel to the PDS if the days remaining on the tour of duty on the dependents scheduled arrival date is 59 days or less. For those cases, submit requests to OPNAV N130 via e-mail at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil. 4. In line with section 060107-B-3 of reference (d), if return travel cannot be completed by the termination date of 11 June 2020, due to circumstances beyond the control of the traveler, a request for extension of safe haven allowances may be submitted to OPNAV N130 via email at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil. 5. Family members must work with their Service Member to contact their command as soon as possible to make return travel arrangements, regardless of when they plan to travel back. International travel is difficult due to the limited travel options and starting the process early is important. Delay in making return travel arrangements risks the inability to travel before 11 June 2020, when safe haven allowances cease. 6. Service Members should contact their command to determine if any restriction of movement, isolation or quarantine requirements are required by the host country upon return. 7. Service Members with questions regarding this NAVADMIN should contact MyNavy Career Center (MNCC), available 24/7, by phone at (833) 330-MNCC ((833) 330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. 8. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 9. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

Due to the Electronic Submission of Selection Board Documents (ESSBD) application experiencing technical difficulties on 29 May 2020, the deadline to submit correspondence to the FY-21 Active-Duty Enlisted Advancement Selection Board for Chief Petty Officer (E7) has been extended for one work day. Letters to the board (LTBs) may continue to be submitted through 2359 CDT, 1 June 2020, via ESSBD or encrypted email to cscselboard@navy.mil . There is no need to resubmit correspondence, provided you received an acknowledgement of receipt from within ESSBD or via the automated reply of the email server. All previously received correspondence remains on file. If further assistance is required, please contact the MyNavy Career Center at 1-833-330-MNCC (1-833-330-6622/DSN: 882-6622) or askmncc@navy.mil . This policy waiver extending the deadline applies only to this specific board as the deadline is defined by Navy policy and can be adjusted at the service level. The Reserve/Staff O-4 Board deadline could not be extended as that deadline was set by statutory limitations defined by law.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 291924Z MAY 20 MID110000745277U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 160/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/GUIDANCE ON CONDUCTING CEREMONIES FOR RETIREMENT OR TRANSFER TO THE FLEET RESERVE DELAYED DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC// REF/A/DOC/NPC/2OCT13// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/261427ZMAR20// REF/C/DOC/DOD/1JAN20// REF/D/INST/SECNAV/14MAR06// REF/E/DOC/JTR/1MAY20// NARR/REF A IS MILPERSMAN 1800-010, GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING CEREMONY FOR RETIREMENT OR TRANSFER TO THE FLEET RESERVE. REF B IS NAVADMIN 089/20. REF C IS THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) FINANCIAL MANAGMEMENT REGULATIONS. REF D IS SECNAVINST 7042.7K, GUIDELINES FOR USE OF OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIONAL FUNDS (ORF). REF E IS DOD JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS.// RMKS/1. In line with reference (a), this NAVADMIN announces interim policy guidance pertaining to command-sponsored retirement ceremonies delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 has limited group gatherings and congregate events, such as command- sponsored retirement ceremonies designed to express the appreciation of the Navy for the many years of faithful and honorable service our Service Members have devoted to their country. This NAVADMIN amplifies reference (a) by permitting commands to approve delays in the execution of command-sponsored retirement ceremonies following an effective retirement date for Service Members up to 6 months after the cognizant installation commanding officer allows group gatherings of over 10 people. This authority also extends to the retirement ceremonies of those Service Members who receive voluntary extensions of their retirement dates pursuant to reference (b). 2. As detailed by reference (a), upon notification of an approved retirement or Fleet Reserve transfer date by Naval Personnel Command, Service Members may request a command-sponsored retirement ceremony. A request for use of any command resources, logistics or personnel support for a retirement ceremony constitutes a request for an official command-sponsored ceremony. 3. Commands using the authority in this NAVADMIN may approve requests by Service Members on a case-by-case basis after fully considering existing Navy mitigation measures in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Commands, as directed by reference (a), will make every reasonable effort within regulations, budgetary constraints and practicality to provide the items requested. 4. Upon approval by a command, the retirement ceremony becomes an official command function. Use of appropriated funds may be authorized consistent with reference (c) and budgetary constraints. The sponsoring command will use current year operating funds in the fiscal year the retirement ceremony is held. 5. Limitations on the use of appropriated funds. Appropriated funds shall not be used for food, receptions or unofficial functions. Specifically, associated events such as receptions are considered personal in nature and should not be funded with appropriated funds. However, a command may provide notice of the time and location of a directly related reception so long as it will not increase the cost to the Government. Pursuant to reference (d), Official Representation Funds (ORF) shall not be used for retirement ceremonies. Additional questions concerning the use of appropriated funds for necessary expenses should be addressed through the command comptroller or legal counsel. 6. To request a command-sponsored retirement ceremony, Service Members shall follow the procedures in reference (a) and shall request in writing to the commanding officer or commander of the parent command. The request or extension shall be submitted early enough to allow for adequate planning. Reference (a) directs the ceremony be sponsored by the last permanent duty station regardless of whether the retiree transferred to a new activity while pending placement on the retired list. 7. Limitations on personal travel entitlements. Commands should exercise caution when funding personal travel for Service Members after retirement to the location of their command-sponsored retirement ceremonies. Retired Service Members will not qualify for travel benefits under reference (e), section 030101. Reference (e), section 030501, permits commands to issue invitational travel orders for an individual who participates in a ceremony directly related to the interest of the DoD component. Travel approval authorities must scrutinize requests from Service Members for invitational travel orders on a case-by-case basis consistent with reference (c) and budgetary constraints. 8. This interim policy guidance is in effect for 1 year from the date of issuance. Requests from retiring Service Members will only be approved for command-sponsored retirement ceremonies held preceding retirement or following the effective retirement date for up to 6 months after the cognizant installation commanding officer allows group gatherings of over 10 people. This authority permits commands to delay command-sponsored retirement ceremonies consistent with reference (a) while recognizing the limitations posed by COVID-19 to the celebration of traditional naval ceremonies and events. 9. For questions concerning these policy changes, please contact MyNavy Career Center at (833) 330-6622 or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. 10. Released by VADM John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

OKINAWA, Japan (NNS) -- U.S. Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Jason Webley was meritoriously advanced to the rate of chief petty officer in a pinning ceremony held at Fleet Activities Okinawa White Beach Naval Facility, May 27. Webley, a Brooklyn, N.Y. native assigned to Pacific Missile Range Facility Far East Det. Okinawa, was selected as the 2019 U.S Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year while stationed aboard aircraft carrier USS Ronal Reagan (CVN-76) forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. He joined the Navy in 2007. This is the first time Sailor of the Year program-related pinning ceremonies have been held outside of Washington, D.C. The ceremony is normally held at the Navy Memorial but because of travel restrictions in place to combat the spread of COVID-19 local ceremonies are being held across the Navy. The ceremony followed social distancing guide lines and was attended by CFAO-area chief petty officers. Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Russell Smith gave his remarks from Washington, D.C. via video and Rear Adm. Fred Kacher, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 7, was the guest speaker. “There is no transition more important to our Navy as an institution than becoming a Navy chief petty officer,” Kacher said in his remarks as he congratulated Webley on his achievement. “Because when it comes down to it, it is the Chief Petty Officer who shows the rest of us what right looks like.” Webley was pinned by his wife and children and his cover was donned by CFAO Command Master Chief Michael Fluent. Webley credits his faith and team onboard Reagan for his selection as SOY and advancement. “It is a direct reflection of my leadership, my peers and the hard work of my junior Sailors that worked alongside me onboard USS Ronald Reagan put forth, so this is for everyone.” The Sailor of the Year program was established in 1972 by Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy John Whittet to recognize an individual Sailor who best represented the ever-growing group of dedicated professional Sailors at each command and ultimately the Navy.

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UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 261636Z MAY 20 MID110000739290U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 152/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/FY-21 SEAMAN TO ADMIRAL-21 PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT// REF/A/DOC/OPNAV/14DEC09// REF/B/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/171350ZJUL17// NARR/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1420.1B, ENLISTED TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS APPLICATION ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL. REF B IS NAVADMIN 177/17, NUCLEAR TRAINED SAILOR APPLICATIONS TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS AND MODIFICATION TO FY-19 NUCLEAR LIMITED DUTY OFFICER IN- SERVICE PROCUREMENT BOARD PROCESS.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN solicits applications and provides guidance for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Seaman to Admiral-21 (STA-21) Commissioning Program. 2. STA-21 is a full-time undergraduate education and commissioning program open to enlisted personnel of all paygrades and ratings who meet the eligibility requirements specified in reference (a). 3. Deadline for submission of applications for the FY-21 STA-21 Program is 1 July 2020. Application packages must be postmarked on or before the deadline date. It is recommended that applications be mailed prior to the deadline as early submission allows timely feedback to the Sailor for submission of missing or illegible documents. Deadline for submission of additional documentation to an applicant package is 1 August 2020. No additional documents can be added after this date. The selection board is scheduled to convene in September 2020 and the selectees will be announced via NAVADMIN. 4. The following target options and core are open for application for the FY-21 Selection Board: Surface Warfare (SWO), Surface Warfare Engineering (SWO/ED), Nuclear (Surface/Sub), Special Warfare, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Naval Flight Officer, Pilot, Civil Engineering Corps, Nurse Corps and Information Professional. 5. The following target options have zero select opportunity for the FY-21 Selection Board: Human Resources, Intelligence, Information Warfare, Medical Corps, Supply Corps, Surface Warfare Officer/Information Professional (SWO/IP), Oceanography (OCEANO) and SWO/OCEANO. 6. The Nuclear (Surface/Sub) target option is now open to Sailors who are serving in the Fleet and hold an active Nuclear Navy enlisted classification (NEC)(N1XX/N2XX). All applicants must be able to begin their first day of class in the first semester of their course work prior to commencing their eighth year of service. See the Nuclear Program Authorization (PA 150A) dated May 2019 for more specific information and all other requirements to apply for the program. Additionally, applicants holding a Nuclear NEC must receive conditional release, in line with reference (b), if applying for options outside the Nuclear community, from the Nuclear Enlisted Community Manager (OPNAV N133D). 7. The following information addresses lessons learned from the FY-20 STA-21 selection process and board. This information is provided to preclude common errors: a. Of the 323 applications received for FY-20, only 305 were board eligible. A total of 55 were selected to participate in the FY-20 STA-21 Program. b. Each year, packages are not considered due to non-qualifying Scholastic Aptitude Test/American College Test (SAT/ACT) test scores, missing commanding officer (CO) endorsement/recommendation, recent non-judicial punishment, missing physical fitness assessment (PFA) cycles and missing or illegible submission of documents and not meeting program age or PFA requirements. c. Minimum eligibility requirements must be met before submitting an application. Applications should be mailed only when fully completed. Officer interview boards shall consist of three officers, the applicant CO may not be a board member and should not submit an interview appraisal sheet. The personal interview of the CO should be conducted only after the application is complete and the officer interview board has submitted their appraisals. The full picture of an applicant academic and officer potential can only be determined by reviewing the SAT/ACT scores, high school/college transcripts and a completed application package. d. The CO endorsement is extremely important, especially the ranking of the individual among his/her peers. The endorsement should contain specifics about the individual academic potential, commitment, leadership, service above self and potential as a naval officer. CO comments should specify the primary option to which the individual is applying and address how the individual meets qualifications for that option. For junior Sailors with only schoolhouse evaluations, the CO must address this issue in his or her endorsement. e. An interview board and nomination review board shall be conducted in line with reference (a). It is recommended that officers of the applicant designator of choice, if available, be asked to participate in the interview/nomination review board to assess the applicant for their community. Officer appraisals provide important insight on the applicant. The appraisal from the board should be a frank and honest assessment of the leadership and academic potential of the applicant. Appraisal forms should be typed in 10 or 12-point font. f. The applicant personal statement should address why the Sailor wants to become an officer, how the Sailors selection would improve the Navy and why the Sailor is applying for a specific option. Sailors must also address any hardships or unique experiences that shaped their character. Junior Sailors should provide information on high school experiences as high school transcripts rarely provide in-depth information on involvement in sports, clubs, volunteer hours, work, etc. Additionally, applicants should address any anomalies in the package (e.g., poor high school grades, college grades, service school grades or poor evaluation performance). The explanation should include details of the situation, how the applicant has overcome these issues and why the applicant will be successful in the future. g. The application is a reflection of the applicant. Applicants must review their packages in their entirety before submitting. Check for misspelled words and improper grammar. Ensure all transcripts (high school and all colleges) are enclosed. Within the last year, applicants must have passed the PFA, to include body composition assessment and the physical readiness test with performance in the good category. Due the immediate suspension of the PFA for Cycle-1 2020, minimizing the risk from coronavirus disease, points will be awarded from the most recent observed score from the latest full test taken within a year of application (i.e., spring and fall of 2019). A grade of satisfactory or failure of the above required physical readiness test will make the applicant ineligible. h. Qualifying SAT/ACT scores are required. Include any additional recommendations, qualifications or other accomplishments as a part of the package. SAT/ACT can be from tests taken between 1 July 2017 and 1 July 2020 (3 years). Due to recent events, applications will be accepted pending receipt of SAT/ACT test scores. i. It is recommended that the command retain a copy of the entire application package. The command copy should not be given to the applicant. 8. Mail completed applications to: Commander Naval Service Training Command (N92/STA 21) 250 Dallas Street Ste A Pensacola FL 32508-5268 9. For questions, specific details, eligibility criteria, application requirements, and selection procedures, refer to reference (a), contact your command career counselor or visit the STA-21 website at http://www.sta-21.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. 10. Point of contact is Naval Service Training Command, STA-21 Program Officer, at (850) 452-9433/9563 DSN 459 or via e-mail at pnsc_sta21(at)navy.mil. Point of contact for the Nuclear target option policy change is the Nuclear Enlisted Community Manager, OPNAV N133D at (703) 604-5491/DSN 664 or via e-mail at bullnuke(at)navy.mil. 11. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 211828Z MAY 20 MID110000722815U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 150/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/SEPTEMBER 2020 (CYCLE 248) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATIONS FOR ACTIVE-DUTY AND FULL-TIME SUPPORT PETTY OFFICERS (E-4 THROUGH E-6)// REF/A/DOC/BUPERS/19SEP18// REF/B/MSG/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/052044ZMAR13// REF/C/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/201449ZDEC18// REF/D/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/272057ZDEC18// NARR/REF A IS BUPERSINST 1430.16G, ADVANCEMENT MANUAL FOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL OF THE U.S. NAVY AND U.S. NAVY RESERVE. REF B IS ALNAV 015/13, PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. REF C IS NAVADMIN 312/18, ADVANCEMENT POLICY UPDATE. REF D IS NAVADMIN 316/18, ENLISTED ADVANCEMENT WORKSHEET.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the September 2020 (cycle 248) Navy-wide advancement examinations (NWAE) for advancement in rate of Active-Duty and Full-Time Support (FTS) Sailors. Canvasser Recruiters with special program indicator code *W* will no longer take Active-Duty exams. Canvasser Recruiters will now take Selected Reserve (SELRES) exams, commencing with the September 2020 NWAEs for advancement in rate of SELRES Sailors (cycle 107). a. Exam dates for Active and FTS Sailors are: E-6 - 3 September 2020 E-5 - 10 September 2020 E-4 - 17 September 2020 b. In addition to the requirements in chapter 6 of reference (a) and this NAVADMIN, educational services officers (ESO) must follow the pre-exam preparation requirements in the exam verbatim, which can be found on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website via MyNavy Portal (MNP) at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the command info for ESOs. 2. Eligibility requirements are found in chapter 2 of reference (a). The following information is specific only to cycle 248: a. The terminal eligibility date used to compute time-in-rate (TIR) is 1 January 2021. b. The minimum TIR date must be on or before: E-6 - 1 January 2018 E-5 - 1 January 2020 E-4 - 1 July 2020 c. E-6 candidate TIR requirements for early promote Sailors can be waived by one year with the commanding officer (CO)/officer-in- charge (OIC) approval, in line with paragraph 214.e. of reference (a). d. High-year tenure (HYT) date must be effective 1 January 2021 or later. All HYT waivers must be approved prior to 1 September 2020. e. Candidates in a rating requiring a security clearance must have a favorable investigation adjudication by the Department of Defense Central Adjudication Facility reflected properly in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) prior to 1 September 2020. If the CO of the candidate grants an interim clearance, JPAS must be updated prior to 1 September 2020. Candidates who do not meet the outlined criteria should not be allowed to participate in the exam. Candidates must maintain security clearance eligibility throughout the advancement cycle to be eligible for advancement. If for any reason a clearance is denied or revoked, an exam is not authorized until a new clearance is granted. Ratings requiring a security clearance are AC, AE, AG, AO, ATI, ATO, AWF, AWO, AWR, AWS, AWV, AZ, CTI, CTM, CTN, CTR, CTT, EOD, ET, FC, FCA, GM, HT, IC, IS, IT, LN, MA, MC, MN, ND, OS, QM, SB, SO, STG, YN, as well as all nuclear and submarine ratings. Refer to references (a) and (b) for additional guidance. f. For candidates taking E-4 and E-5 exams, compute performance mark average (PMA) using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with an ending date that falls within the following time periods: E-4 exam - 1 January 2020 to 31 August 2020 E-5 exam - 1 June 2019 to 31 August 2020 g. For candidates taking E-6 exams, compute the reporting seniors cumulative average (RSCA) PMA, as outlined in reference (c), using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with the ending date that falls within the following time period: E-6 exam - 1 September 2017 to 31 August 2020 h. For guidance in establishing PMA for new accessions who have graduated from *A* school and do not have a current evaluation, refer to paragraph 308.b. of reference (a). i. Professional military knowledge - eligibility exams are mandatory for cycle 248 and must be completed prior to 1 August 2020. j. For guidance on establishing enlisted advancement worksheet (EAW) user roles and completing worksheets, refer to reference (d). EAW is mandatory for cycle 248 and will be the authority for PMA, RSCA PMA and awards. 3. Exam Ordering. Order exams in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). a. Deploying commands and candidates departing to Congressionally- Designated Combat Zones and Approved Contingency Operations Areas (CDCZ/ACOA) can order exams up to 6 months prior to the scheduled exam date. Refer to chapter 4 and paragraph 614 of reference (a) for additional guidance. b. Regular Exams: (1) Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Exams. Cryptologic-Technician Interpretive (CTI)/Cryptologic-Technician Network (CTN)/Cryptologic Technician-Collection (CTR) SCI exam ordering dates can be found on the NEAS website via MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the Command info for ESOs. ESOs must verify initial active TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website for exam ordering. Supplemental TIR SCI exams are ordered via preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil or naval message following the guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). The deadline for ordering supplemental TIR SCI exams is 31 May 2020. (2) Non-SCI Exams. Exam ordering for non-SCI regular exams begins 27 May 2020. ESOs must verify TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website during the following time periods: (a) Initial TIR lists will be available: E-6 27 May 2020 to 21 June 2020 E-5 27 May 2020 to 5 July 2020 E-4 27 May 2020 to 16 July 2020 (b) Supplemental TIR lists will be available: E-6 22 June 2020 to 28 July 2020 E-5 6 July 2020 to 2 August 2020 E-4 17 July 2020 to 2 August 2020 (3) Exams ordered after the TIR lists have closed shall be ordered using preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil or naval message following guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). Ensure a point of contact is included in the submitted e-mail or message. Orders submitted after supplemental TIR list closure will result in a substitute exam being sent. c. Substitute Exams: (1) The deadline for ordering SCI substitute exams is 30 September 2020. The deadline for ordering non-SCI substitute exams is 30 September 2020. (2) Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC N321) is the approval authority for all substitute exams. (3) Recent graduates of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program training pipeline on transfer leave in route to their first at-sea assignment during the E-4 and E-5 examination dates will have substitute examinations ordered for them by their ultimate duty station if dates permit exam ordering before the published deadline. (4) Substitute examinations may be administered with the regular exam administration or in line with paragraph 606 of reference (a). d. ESOs must verify examination orders at the *View Previous Exam Orders* link via the NEAS website within 7 to 10 days of placing the order. If exam order discrepancies are noted, contact the Fleet Services Branch (NETPDC N321) as listed on the NEAS website on the NETPDC N321 point of contact table. e. Exceptions to policy for exam orders will continue to be submitted in line with reference (a). f. Candidates in the following ratings are separated into the following competitive groups: (1) CTI: Group 1 Middle East/North Africa Group 2 East/Far East Group 3 Latin/South America Group 4 Eastern Europe (2) EMN, ETN, and MMN: Group 1 Submarine Group 2 Surface Group 3 Training 4. Exam Administration and Answer Sheet Returns a. For exam administration and answer sheet return instructions refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). b. ESOs must check the exam tote board on the NEAS website often to ensure answer sheets have been received and processed. The tote board can be accessed via MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the command info for ESOs. Answer sheets that are in error will not be counted until they are processed successfully. c. A detailed discrepancy list can be found on the NEAS website. For guidance on discrepancy correction requirements, refer to chapters 3 and 7 of reference (a). d. Post-exam administration discrepancy correction correspondence with NETPDC N321 is to be submitted using the EAW post-exam administration comments function outlined in reference (d). All corrections must have a CO/OIC letter and supporting documentation included as attachments. Education point corrections require a submission of the joint service transcript indicating the degree type and date of completion. e. For guidance on E-4 through E-6 candidates with missed exams due to assignment in CDCZ/ACOA refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). 5. Examination Results. Refer to chapter 7 of reference (a). 6. Any additional information regarding this cycle will be posted on the NEAS website. 7. Points of Contact a. MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) is available 24/7 by phone at 1- 833-330- MNCC (1-833-330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. b. SCI exam questions and orders can be reached at (850) 473- 5867/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil. c. Non-SCI exam questions and orders can be reached at (850)473-6148/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil. d. Records and discrepancies can be reached at (850) 473- 6148/DSN 753 or via the EAW on MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement- center/my-eso. 8. For further NEAS information, to include exam verbatim and other related documents, visit MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy- advancement-center/my-eso. 9. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 10. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The U.S. Navy’s 2019 Sailors of the Year (SOY) will be recognized for their outstanding achievements over the next few weeks, May 21 – June 2. Every year the office of the Master Chief Petty Officer hosts a week-long series of events recognizing the Sailors of the Year in the nation’s capital. But due to safety and health concerns, this year’s events were shifted to localized events, to minimize risk and respect social distancing measures. Although the annual SOY recognition was cancelled, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, Russell Smith still wanted to make sure the Navy’s top SOYs could be recognized for their achievement. Notably, each recipient will also be meritoriously promoted to Chief Petty Officer during their respective Fleet ceremony. The 2019 SOYs who are slated for advancement are: - Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Carolina Berrio, U.S. Fleet Forces Sea Sailor of the Year - Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Jason C. Webley, U.S. Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year - Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Kimber N. Dominguez, Navy Shore Sailor of the Year - Chief Naval Air Crewman Mechanical Amanda Alcantar, Navy Reserve Sailor of the Year “These four Sailors of the Year represent the best of our Navy,” said Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday. “These Sailors have demonstrated the highest standards, and have proven themselves by their performance, knowledge, and leadership on the deck plates time and again. I could not be more proud to have them leading our Navy as Chief Petty Officers.” MCPON echoed CNO’s sentiments. "These Sailors reflect a level of performance that clearly demonstrates readiness to be Chief Petty Officers. Their technical expertise within their specific rating and specialty, as well as their performance as leaders across the breadth of the Navy community in which they live and serve, has led to their selection as Sailors of the Year and subsequent promotion to Chief Petty Officer" said MCPON Smith. "I’m proud to welcome them to the Mess, and I know these new Chiefs are keenly aware that this advancement is not a reward - rather, it is a clear recognition that they are ready for increased responsibility and accountability, an opportunity to do more for the Navy. I’m excited to see them step up to even greater challenges – leveraging those anchors, with an unselfish focus, to have an even greater impact on our Navy.” The Sailor of the Year Program has recognized Sailors who represent the best of our Navy for almost 50 years. The program was established in 1972 by the Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt and MCPON John Whittet to recognize outstanding Atlantic and Pacific Fleet and top Shore Sailors of the Year.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 201215Z MAY 20 MID110000714839U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 146/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/DNS/MAY// SUBJ/CANCELLATION OF USS CONSTITUTION CHIEF PETTY OFFICER HERITAGE TRAINING// REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/021545ZMAR20// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/152131ZMAY20// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 056/20, USS CONSTITUTION CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (CPO) HERITAGE TRAINING. REF B IS NAVADMIN 144/20, RECOMMENCEMENT OF SELECTION BOARDS AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF REVISED SCHEDULE.// POC/OPNAV COORDINATOR/ERICA WRIGHT/CPO/COORD/703-695-7068/ ERICA.D.WRIGHT(AT)NAVY.MIL// OPNAV COORDINATOR/ELIZABETH STAFFORD/CPO/COORD/703-695-4948/ ELIZABETH.STAFFORD(AT)NAVY.MIL// RMKS/1. Reference (a) which announced the 2020 USS CONSTITUTION CPO Heritage Week Training is hereby cancelled. Based on the revised dates for the FY21 Active, Reserve, and Full-Time Support CPO selection boards, reference (b), timing does not support the safe execution of training. 2. Direct all questions to the OPNAV Coordinators listed in this message or the OPNAV Command Master Chief. 3. Released by Mr. Andrew S. Haeuptle, Director, Navy Staff.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy issued clarifying guidance for enlisted advancement eligibility due to the postponement of the Spring Navy-wide advancement exam, enlisted promotion selection boards, and suspension of the Cycle 1, 2020 physical fitness assessment (PFA) as a result of ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. NAVADMIN 145/20, released May 19, provides clarifying guidance to enlisted advancement eligibility issues arising from the suspended spring PFA. The announcement is also intended to head off any potential concerns with Sailors approaching high-year tenure gates, once the postponed advancement exam and selection board cycles resume. “Sailors who were waiting to regain advancement eligibility or have their delayed advancement reinstated will have to wait a little bit longer because of the PFA suspension,” said Lt. Cmdr. Peter Simerman, assigned to the Enlisted Force Plans and Policy branch for the chief of naval personnel. “Once social distancing policies have been relaxed, we will allow passing mock PFAs to count toward Sailors regaining advancement eligibility and also for those who had their advancement withheld due to a PFA failure, to have their advancement reinstated,” Simerman continued. Sailors who were selected for advancement during fall 2019 cycles 105 or 244, or who are a part of an auto or accelerated advancement program, but had advancement withheld due to failing one or more PFAs will receive an additional six months to have their advancement reinstated. “We are also allowing for Sailors in a PFA failure status who have Soft End of Active Obligated Service dates this calendar year the option to extend until December 31, 2020,” said Simerman. “This provides Sailors an opportunity to pass the Cycle 2, 2020 PFA and regain the eligibility to reenlist, participate in the Navy-Wide Advancement Exam and be advanced.” Sailors ineligible for the originally scheduled spring NWAE dates due to PFA failures will not be allowed to establish eligibility as a result of postponed exams. Sailors who were eligible for advancement, but may not receive the results from their advancement until after their HYT date, may request a waiver to remain in service past their HYT date until their advancement status can be determined. Additionally, NAVADMIN 145/20 suspends the requirement for enlisted personnel selected for commissioning through any program to pass a commissioning PFA. However, those individuals selected for commissioning must have passed their most recent PFA and if a member is medically exempt, they must have passed their most recent PFA prior to being medically exempt. Full details, including the procedure for reinstating reenlistment and advancement eligibility due to fitness failures are available in the NAVADMIN. Questions and concerns about this policy clarification can be answered by calling the MyNavy Career Center at 1-833-330-6622 or by email at AskMNCC@navy.mil. The latest DoD policies can be found at: https://www.defense.gov/explore/spotlight/coronavirus.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 191853Z MAY 20 MID110000709029U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 145/20 MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/ADVANCEMENT ELIGIBILITY RELATED TO CHANGES TO THE NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAM AND PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT SCHEDULES DUE TO COVID-19 MITIGATION// REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/181759ZMAR20// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/182232ZMAR20// REF/C/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/271705ZAPR20// REF/D/DOC/BUPERS/19SEP18// REF/E/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/261427ZMAR20// AMPN/REF A IS NAVADMIN 071/20, PHYSICAL READINESS POLICY UPDATE. REF B IS NAVADMIN 072/20, POSTPONEMENT OF SELECTION BOARD SCHEDULE. REF C IS NAVADMIN 121/20, SUPPLEMENTAL NUMBER TWO FOR E-4 THROUGH E-7 FEBRUARY 2020 (CYCLE 106) SELECTIVE RESERVE AND MARCH 2020 (CYCLE 247) E-4 THROUGH E-6 ACTIVE-DUTY, FULL-TIME SUPPORT AND CANVASSER RECRUITER NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATIONS. REF D IS BUPERSINST 1430.16G, ADVANCEMENT MANUAL FOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL OF THE U.S. NAVY AND U.S. NAVY RESERVE. REF E IS NAVADMIN 089/20, VOLUNTARY EXTENSIONS FOR ACTIVE COMPONENT NAVY MEMBERS WITH APPROVED SEPARATION OR RETIREMENT DATES.// RMKS/1. As a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Cycle 1, 2020 physical fitness assessment (PFA), senior enlisted selection boards, and the spring Navy-wide advancement exam (NWAE) schedules were changed as detailed in references (a) through (c). The intent of this NAVADMIN is to clarify and update policy with regard to the impact of these changes on enlisted advancement eligibility and commissioning. 2. NWAE Eligibility. Eligibility for the March 2020 cycle 247 and cycle 106 NWAE has been established, and thus Sailors cannot become eligible for the NWAE as a result of the exam postponement. Additionally, E-3 Sailors who are in a PFA failure status will not be eligible to advance via the rank-order method outlined in reference (c). 3. High Year Tenure (HYT) Limits. Sailors who reach their prescribed HYT limits: a. E-4 through E-6 candidates: In line with reference (d), E-4 through E-6 candidates must have a HYT date that is on or after 1 July 2020 in order to have been eligible for the spring 2020 Cycle 106 and 247 NWAE. Due to postponement of the exams, the results for advancement may not be released until after 1 July 2020. Therefore, Sailors approaching their HYT date may request to remain in service beyond their HYT limits until advancement status can be determined. b. E-7 through E-9 candidates: In line with reference (d), E-7 candidates must have a HYT date on or after 1 September 2020, and E-8 through E-9 candidates must have a HYT date on or after 1 July 2020 in order to be eligible for advancement. Sailors impacted by the postponement of selection boards outlined in reference (b) may not receive results of those boards until after their HYT date. Sailors approaching their HYT date may request to remain in service beyond their HYT limits until advancement status can be determined. c. All Service Members approaching their HYT limits may submit a HYT waiver request via command-endorsed Electronic Personnel Action Request (ePAR/1306) to MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) via MyNavy Portal or by e-mailing the ePAR request directly to askmncc(at)navy.mil. The request should state that the HYT date of the Service Member exceeds (1 July 2020 or 1 September 2020) and that they desire to remain in service beyond their prescribed HYT limits in order to receive their advancement results. 4. PFA Failures. All Sailors with PFA failures, including those with two or more consecutive PFA failures, will be able to regain eligibility for advancement by passing the official Cycle 2 2020 PFA or a mock PFA prior to the official Cycle 2 2020 PFA. Guidance for conduct of the PFA will be promulgated after COVID-19 restrictions have been relaxed. This allows Sailors, who were not given a chance to regain eligibility during the Cycle 1 2020 PFA, the opportunity to regain eligibility as quickly as possible. Sailors may not gain eligibility for the Cycle 247 or Cycle 106 advancement exams as eligibility for those has already been closed. All mock PFAs must be entered in the Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS) under the fitness enhancement program tab of the Service Member to officially document the passing score. 5. Advancement withheld due to PFA failure(s). Sailors who were selected for advancement during NWAE cycle 105 (August 2019) or cycle 244 (September 2019) and had their advancement withheld due to failing one or more PFAs are required to pass a subsequent mock or official PFA. The same applies to Sailors enrolled in auto/ accelerated advancement programs (selective training and reenlistment, professional apprenticeship career track, accelerated advancement program, etc.) who were scheduled for advancement but could not due to PFA failures. The exception to policy (ETP) guidelines outlined in reference (d), paragraph 104, will be permitted for these Service Members and must be received by 31 December 2020. The ETP will allow Sailors to be advanced past the 30 June 2020 limiting date for the cycle. A commanding officer (CO) or officer-in-charge (OIC) letter is required to be sent via e-mail to Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDTC) at sfly_N321_discrepanc(at)navy.mil with a copy of the PFA completion documentation of the Sailor, indicating that the advancement is reinstated (no longer being withheld) and requesting the original advancement date to be effected. Requests submitted after 31 December 2020 will require adjudication by the Board for Correction of Naval Records. 6. Multiple PFA failures and Soft End of Active Obligation of Service (SEAOS) in 2020. Sailors who have failed two or more consecutive PFAs and whose SEAOS is in calendar year 2020 will be given the option to extend their SEAOS to 31 December 2020 in line with reference (e). This will give Sailors an opportunity to pass a mock PFA or the Cycle 2 2020 PFA, thereby regaining eligibility to reenlist, participate in the NWAE and be advanced. In accordance with reference (e), SEAOS extension requests should be forwarded on a command endorsed ePAR/1306 to MNCC via MyNavy Portal or by e-mailing the ePAR/1306 directly to askmncc(at)navy.mil. 7. Meritorious Advancement Program (MAP) Candidates: Changes to the NWAE and PFA schedules do not affect the MAP season. However, those ineligible to be MAP-advanced due to PFA failures may regain eligibility by passing a mock or official PFA as outlined in paragraph 4. 8. Enlisted Commissioning Programs: The requirement for Active Component and Reserve Component enlisted personnel to have successfully passed a PFA for their particular commissioning program (e.g. Limited Duty Officer/Chief Warrant Officer (LDO/CWO), Seaman to Admiral-21 (STA-21), Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP)) is immediately suspended. In order to ensure candidates are qualified, they must have successfully completed their most recent PFA and, if a Service Member is medically exempt, passed the most recent PFA prior to being medically exempt. 9. The guidance outlined above is intended to ensure no Sailor is disadvantaged as a result of the COVID-19 mitigations. Questions and concerns regarding these policy changes may be referred to MNCC at askmncc(at)navy.mil or 1-833-330-MNCC (6622). 10. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

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