[RSCA Calculations and the Importance of Occupational Standards]

Advancement In Rate training: RSCA Calculations and the Importance of Occupational Standards

Awesome video
 

[E4 - E6 Navy Advancement Quotas Schedule Official]

• July 22 - Quotas will be released
• July 23 - TRIAD Notified of results
• July 24 - 24 hrs later Public release to all hands.

It's Official folks!

[PROFESSIONAL MILITARY KNOWLEDGE ELIGIBILITY EXAM REVISED BUSINESS RULES]

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REF C IS NAVADMIN 140/19, PROFESSIONAL MILITARY KNOWLEDGE ELIGIBILITY EXAM 
APPLICATION.   
REF D IS NAVADMIN 150/20, SEPTEMBER 2020 (CYCLE 248) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT 
EXAMINATIONS FOR ACTIVE-DUTY AND FULL-TIME SUPPORT PETTY OFFICERS (E-4 
THROUGH E-6). 
 
RMKS/1.  This NAVADMIN cancels references (a) through (c) and announces 
updated business rules for the Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility 
Exam (PMK-EE). 
 
2.  As part of Sailor 2025 and Rating Modernization efforts, the PMK-EE 
provides greater emphasis on professional military knowledge and separates it 
from rating knowledge examinations.  PMK-EE serves as an eligibility 
requirement to take the Navy-wide advancement exam (NWAE) for advancement to 
paygrades E-4 through E-7 or if taking the NWAE for participation in the 
limited duty officer program. 
 
3.  PMK-EE completion is also required for Prior Service Reenlistment 
Eligibility Reserve candidates taking the NWAE in order to advance to the 
next-higher paygrade.  Sailors who are taking the NWAE in their current 
paygrade in order to lateral transfer or make their rate permanent in the 
current paygrade will not need to complete the PMK-EE.  Sailors who are 
competing for advancement through a program (i.e. the Meritorious Advancement 
Program) that does not require them to take the NWAE to advance must 
successfully complete PMK-EE for the next-higher paygrade prior to advancing. 
 
4.  The enlisted advancement worksheet (EAW) routing and processing requires 
additional time for Educational Services Officers to finalize advancement 
candidate worksheets, resulting in required changes to PMK-EE completion due 
dates.  Starting with cycle 248 (September 2020) for active-duty (AD) and 
full-time support (FTS) advancement candidates and (in line with reference 
(d)), cycle 108 (February 2021) for Selected Reserve (SELRES) advancement 
candidates, the following PMK-EE completion dates are required for each 
annual NWAE cycle administration: 
    a.  January AD/FTS E7 NWAE cycle  prior to 1 December of the previous 
year. 
    b.  February SELRES E-4/5/6/7 NWAE cycle  prior to 1 January of the same 
year. 
    c.  March AD/FTS E-4/5/6 NWAE cycle  prior to 1 February of the same 
year. 
    d.  August SELRES E-4/5/6 NWAE cycle  prior to 1 July of the same year. 
    e.  September AD/FTS E-4/5/6 NWAE cycle - prior to 1 August of the same 
year. 
 
5.  Sailors completing the PMK-EE, especially when using the mobile 
application, are advised to complete the following actions: 
    a.  Ensure that the completion certificate indicates a score of 80 
percent or higher, and that the completion date on the certificate meets the 
requirements stated in paragraph 4. 
    b.  Save a digital copy of the PDF completion certificate to a file on 
the mobile device or computer. 
    c.  E-mail a digital copy of the PDF completion certificate to an 
alternate location that is not on the mobile device. 
    d.  Print a paper copy of the PDF completion certificate for personal 
files. 
    e.  Store the digital and/or paper copy of the completion certificate in 
a location where it can be recovered if mobile device data is lost. 
    f.  Ensure that the completion information is recorded in the Navy 
Training Management and Planning System (NTMPS)/Electronic Training Jacket 
(Note:  Allow 4 days after submission for completion information to be 
updated in NTMPS.).  If information is not updated, the Sailor should provide 
a copy of the PMK-EE completion certificate to the chain of command.  The 
chain of command is responsible for contacting NTMPS at 
https://ntmpsweb.ncdc.navy.mil/Fltmps/ to coordinate data entry of completion 
information. 
    g.  Ensure all completion data is available at an alternate site prior to 
deleting the mobile application.  Once the mobile application is deleted from 
the Sailors mobile device the completion information stored within the 
application is also deleted and cannot be recovered or viewed by downloading 
the mobile application again. 
 
6.  If the EAW of a Sailor is not automatically populated with the required 
PMK-EE completion information, the NTMPS information can be referenced and 
entered into EAW to document individual Sailor eligibility for 
advancement.  If completion information is available in NTMPS there is no 
requirement for a Sailor to produce a paper completion certificate or for an 
electronic copy of the completion certificate to be uploaded into EAW. 
 
7.  For additional information about PMK-EE, go to the MyNavy Portal (MNP) at 
https://my.navy.mil select Career and Life Events, Advancement and Promotion 
page, then scroll down and click on the PMK-EE link.  There you can download 
PMK-EE Smart Sheet detailed supplemental guidance. 
 
8.  For questions about PMK-EE that are not answered by visiting MNP, contact 
the MyNavy Career Center Help Desk at 1-833-330-6622, or via e-mail at 
askmncc(at)navy.mil. 
 
9.  This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, 
whichever occurs first. 
 
10.  Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr., N1.// 
 
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[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

Interesting tidbit here folks... 

 

[Pending Solution to Conflict This Year with E6 Evals and E7/E8 Chief Eval Timing]

(Unofficial)

NPC recognizes a potential problem with E6 Evals and E7/E8 Chief Eval timing this year and we have proposed a solution that will hit CNP’s desk soon.   I anticipate we will release guidance similar to the language below via NAVADMIN.

Solution Summary:   To prevent inconsistent reporting and to ensure we remove this year’s CPO, SCPO, and MCPO Selectees from their previous competitive groups, we intend to communicate the following guidance:

“Reporting Seniors will conduct normal E6 periodic evaluations after the E7 advancement results are released and will submit these E6 periodic evaluations to NPC not later than 15 Dec 20.  The end of the reporting period will remain 15-Nov-20 for normal periodic evaluations.”

“Sailors selected for advancement to E7 should receive an E6 closeout evaluation dated 15-SEP-20. This applies to Sailors frocked or advanced to E7 and applies to both active and reserve component sailors.”

“Reporting Seniors will conduct normal periodic E7 and E8 CHIEF EVALS after the release of the E8 and E9 advancement results and submit to NPC not later than 15-OCT-20.  For normal periodic CHIEF EVALS, the end of reporting period for E7s and E8s will remain 15-SEP-20.”

This doesn’t change the periods of report & it allows last year’s top performers to advance out of their competitive groups, and allows E6 closeout evals (15 SEP) to occur before the 1st increment of E7 promotions (16 SEP).    It also prevents similar confusion on the E7 & E8 Chief Eval due dates.  The 15 Dec deadline ensures we have E6 Evals (non-Selects) submitted in time to populate PMAs for the E7 exam in Jan 2021.   It is important to maintain the periods of report for the automated systems that process 10’s of thousands of periodic evals each cycle.

Advancement Increments:   Advancement increments and TIR dates for all paygrades will maintain historic timelines and dates.  Where applicable, Sailors who are selected to a new grade and advanced first increment, may receive back-pay and back-dated date of rate.

NPC
(Unofficial)

[PROCESSING TIME FOR CERTIFICATION OF HONORABLE SERVICE FOR PURPOSES OF NATURALIZATION]

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PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMORANDUM, CERTIFCATION OF HONORABLE SERVICE FOR 
MEMBERS OF THE SELECTED RESERVE OF THE READY RESERVE AND MEMBERS OF THE 
ACTIVE COMPONENTS OF THE MILITARY OR NAVAL FORCES FOR PURPOSES OF 
NATURALIZATION.  REF C IS NAVADMIN 099/18, CERTIFICATION OF HONORABLE SERVICE 
FOR PURPOSES OF NATURALIZATION APPLICATIONS.// 
 
RMKS/1.  This NAVADMIN announces the requirement for certifying officials to 
process and return United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Form N-
426, *Request for Certification of Military Service*, to qualified applicants 
for naturalization within 30 days of receipt, as directed in reference (a). 
 
2.  As directed in reference (b), specific requirements for Service Members 
in the Active Component and Service Members in the Selected Reserve of the 
Ready Reserve must be met before certification of honorable service for 
purposes of supporting the Service Members naturalization 
application.  Details of reference (b) are located at 
https://www.jag.navy.mil/organization/code_16_immigration_info.htm.
 
3.  As directed in reference (c), for Active and Reserve Component members 
whose date of enlistment or accession is prior to 13 October 2017, the 
minimum length of service is 45 days, inclusive of basic military 
training.  For Service Members in the Active Component and the Selected 
Reserve of the Ready Reserve whose date of enlistment or accession is on or 
after 13 October 2017, or for those Service Members who have served in an 
Active Duty status in a hazardous duty area, refer to reference (b) to 
determine minimum length of service required. 
 
4.  The Legal Assistance Division, Office of the Judge Advocate General (Code 
16) retains oversight responsibility for the U.S. Navy Naturalization 
Program.  For questions, contact Ms. Kathlene Somerville, Code 16 Director, 
who may be reached at (202) 685-4639/DSN 325 or via e-mail at 
kathlene.somerville(at)navy.mil, or LT Jason Kim, who may be reached at  
(202) 685-4637 or via e-mail at jason.l.kim(at)navy.mil. 
 
5.  Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// 
 
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[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

• Unknown Date (Possibly July 21) - Quotas will be released (pending)
• July 23 TRIAD Notified of results (not official)
• July 24 24 hrs later Public release to all hands. (not official)

I'm sure someone will post as updates come in. Hang in there...

Thanks to @PO1(IW/FMF) for help tracking!

[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

1 hour ago, PO1(IW/FMF) said:

So I just found a post from a command saying quotas now will be released on 21 July. Still nothing official from big navy 

Okay, thanks. I just got back but someone else said July 24 for public release also

[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

15 minutes ago, PO1(IW/FMF) said:

My command put out today tentative results 23 July

Cool, thanks @PO1(IW/FMF). Anyone else hear anything?

[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

On 7/6/2020 at 9:35 AM, osiris0107 said:

Any scuttlebutt on E-4 to E-6 Advancement results???

Yeah what's the scoop? I keep getting asked! 

[ANNUAL RECERTIFICATION OF SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENT PAY]

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RMKS/1.  This NAVADMIN announces the annual special duty assignment pay 
(SDAP) recertification process for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020.  In line with 
references (a) and (b), commanding officers (CO) are required to annually 
review and certify the entitlement to SDAP of each Sailor.  This 
recertification is to verify that every Sailor who is assigned to an eligible 
billet is still qualified to fill that billet and is receiving the correct 
level of SDAP.

2.  SDAP recertification will not be forwarded to the personnel support 
detachment (PSD)/Transaction Support Center (TSC)/pay office for the command.  
However, any action to start, stop or change the level of a Sailors SDAP must 
be submitted to PSD/TSC/pay office via the Transaction Online Processing 
System.  Recertification shall commence upon the date of this NAVADMIN and 
continue through 31 August 2020.  Failure by commands to complete the 
required recertification by 31 August 2020 will result in stopping the SDAP 
of their Sailors until the annual recertification is endorsed by their 
immediate superior in command (ISIC) and submitted to the Community 
Management Support Branch (BUPERS-328).  This endorsement cannot be signed by 
direction nor by an acting ISIC.  A list of the commands that do not 
recertify on time will be sent to the Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) and the 
N1 staffs at U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) and U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT) by 
Military Pay and Compensation Policy Branch (OPNAV N130).  Once the 
recertification is submitted, back pay will then be approved.

3.  To verify if a Sailor is eligible and receiving the correct level of 
SDAP, a complete list of authorized skills and pay amounts can be found by 
visiting https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/pay-and-benefits, then clicking on 
the *SRB* tab and navigating to the SDAP section on that page.

4.  Follow these procedures to certify the SDAP report of your command:
    a.  Obtain and print the annual SDAP report of your command.
The annual SDAP report only pulls those Sailors that are currently drawing 
SDAP.
        (1) The command annual SDAP report may be obtained by sending a 
digitally signed e-mail to the SDAP Recertification Report help desk at 
mill_sdap_recert.fct(at)navy.mil.
        (2) Annual SDAP report requesters are to include their primary unit 
identification code (UIC) in the subject line and any required subordinate 
UICs in the e-mail body.
        (3) Reports will only be provided to Command Career Management 
System-Interactive Detailing (CMS-ID) users with the Activity Manning Manager 
(AMM) role.  Requester must have CMS-ID AMM access for all subordinate UICs 
requested.  Commands with no AMM will need to submit a CMS-ID AMM access 
request which can be found by visiting 
https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/mnpmain, then clicking on *Quick Links*, then 
clicking on the *NPC* tab.  Under the tab labeled *enlisted* click *CMS-ID*.
        (4) The SDAP report will be returned as an attachment in an encrypted 
e-mail. If you are having trouble sending or receiving encrypted e-mail, 
ensure that your encryption email certificate is posted to the global address 
list.  If you are still having encryption issues, contact BUPERS-328 via 
e-mail at mill_sdap_recert.fct(at)navy.mil or by phone at (901)-874-3260.
    b.  Verify your command as a whole and make changes as follows:
        (1) Add all Sailors who are eligible for SDAP, but not listed in the 
annual SDAP report.  To add, simply handwrite or type the name, rate, 
effective date and level on the bottom of the annual SDAP report.  If there 
is not enough space, attach a list on command letterhead.
        (2) Draw a line through any Sailor who is no longer eligible and put 
a brief description as to why they are no longer eligible 
(transfer/separation/loss of Navy enlisted classifications).
        (3) Verify levels are in line with the most recent SDAP eligibility 
chart by visiting https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/pay-
and-benefits, then clicking on the *SRB* tab and navigating to the SDAP 
section on that page.
        (4) The original signature of the CO must be on each page of the 
annual SDAP report accompanied by the following statement:
*After review, I certify that all required additions and changes have been 
annotated, actions required to start, stop, increase or decrease have been 
processed via PSD/TSC/pay office prior to submission of recertification and 
all Sailors at this command are receiving the correct SDAP entitlement.*  
This statement can be handwritten, typed or put on with a label.  A cover 
letter is not required and only recommended if the command needs more space 
for Sailors added.
        (5) Provide a point of contact in the top right-hand corner of the 
first page of the annual SDAP report.
        (6) Send the SDAP report via encrypted e-mail to 
mill_sdap_recert.fct(at)navy.mil.  The e-mail subject line must contain UIC, 
POC:  rate, name, phone number and e-mail.
        (7) E-mail is the preferred method, but if you need to send the 
report via regular mail, please send to:

    Navy Personnel Command
    ATTN:  Community Management Support Branch (BUPERS-328)
    5720 Integrity Drive
    Millington, TN 38055-0130

5.  Each command is responsible for ensuring updates are made to Sailor 
records through the commands servicing PSD/TSC/pay office.
No changes will be made by Navy Personnel Command (NAVPERSCOM) as part of the 
annual recertification process.

6.  Commands can check the status of their SDAP recertification at 
https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/pay-and-benefits, then clicking on the *SRB* 
tab and navigating to the SDAP section on that page.
Commands are strongly encouraged to use this site to ensure all subordinate 
commands have completed the recertification.  Please allow 5 to 10 days after 
submission for the webpage to be updated.

7.  Point of contact is BUPERS-328, (901)874-3260/DSN 882 / 
mill_sdap_recert.fct(at)navy.mil.

8.  This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or 1 October 2020, 
whichever occurs first.

9.  Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.//

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[Assignment Incentive Pay Approved for Extensions]

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

[NAVY INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY]

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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//

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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.//

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[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

1 minute ago, osiris0107 said:

GTG. Gonna reach out to one of my bros in Pensacola and Millington to see if I can't get some answers. (Slowly puts on his Colombo jacket and heads out the door)

AWESOME!! 

[FY21 Chief Selection Board]

13 minutes ago, osiris0107 said:

I've had some Sailors of mine receive emails today about their E-7 test profile sheets. It states that they have been removed from service. Has anyone else seen or heard of this and what does it mean?

Someone just PMed me and said they got something about their profile sheet and that it was vague.

[Navy Expands Government Travel Card Use for PCS Moves]

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

[GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD USE DURING PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION TRAVEL FULL ROLLOUT]

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SUBJ/GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CHARGE CARD USE DURING PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION 
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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.//

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[Air Force doles out first wave of service’s new 9-mm handgun to airmen]

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

[BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM CALENDAR YEAR 2021 CONTINUATION PAY RATES]

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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.

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[ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPUTY CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS (DCNO) FOR WARFIGHTING DEVELOPMENT (OPNAV N7)]

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REF/A/DOC/EDUCATION FOR SEAPOWER (E4S) STUDY REPORT/DEC 2018//
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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.//

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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.//

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[New Mass Communication Specialist Mobile Apps Pave Way to Study for Exam]

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.”

[CNO Message to Sailors]

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.”

[Navy Announces Call for FY21 Seaman to Admiral Applications]

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. 

 

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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.  
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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.//

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