OPNAVINST 1306.2J

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Command Senior

Enlisted Leader Program

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS

2000 NAVY PENTAGON

WASHINGTON DC 20350-2000

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N00D/N1

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OPNAV INSTRUCTION 1306.2J

From: Chief of Naval Operations

Subj: COMMAND SENIOR ENLISTED LEADER PROGRAM

Ref: See Appendix A

1. Purpose. To issue procedures for selection, assignment, and utilization of Command Senior

Enlisted Leaders (CSEL) at all levels, including Fleet Master Chief (FLTCM), Force Master

Chief (FORCM), Command Master Chief (CMDCM), Chief of the Boat (COB), and Command

Senior Chief (CMDCS). Major changes include:

a. Additional overarching guidance that encompasses the Master Chief Petty Officer of the

Navy (MCPON), FLTCMs, FORCMs, CMDCMs, COBs, and CMDCSs. Additionally, this

revision establishes two new chapters outlining the Command Senior Enlisted Leader

Management Office (CSELMO) and nominative CSEL processes, establishes new minimum

time in service (TIS) requirements for the CSEL program, modifies CMDCM high year tenure

(HYT) length of service gates, as well as discusses tour lengths and adjustments for all CSELs.

b. This instruction is a complete revision and should be reviewed in its entirety.

2. Cancellation. OPNAVINST 1306.2H. OPNAV 1306/2 Nominative Billet Slate Sheet.

3. Scope and Applicability. This instruction applies only to the use of command senior enlisted

leaders. Command senior enlisted leaders with Navy enlisted classifications (NEC) 8CMC,

8CSC, or 8COB are detailed by the Navy Personnel Command (NAVPERSCOM) with specific

delineation of their status in individual permanent change of station orders.

4. Discussion. The CSEL program is intended to ensure all Sailors are professionally

developed and effectively led in the highest levels of naval warfighting readiness worldwide.

Senior enlisted leaders, as defined in paragraph 1, selected for these ratings are responsible for

leading and developing personnel and supporting commanders and commanding officers (CO)

per references (a) through (g).

5. Action. Eligible Sailors for lateral conversion must be selected and assigned as delineated in

Appendix B. NAVPERS 1306/95 Command Master Chief Selection Nomination must be

submitted with each application package.

6. Billets. CSEL billets existing at the time of this instruction, and billets created through the

billet change request process, are considered official requirements and do not need further

validation.

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7. Records Management

a. Records created as a result of this instruction, regardless of format or media, must be

maintained and dispositioned for the standard subject identification codes (SSIC) 1000 through

13000 series per the records disposition schedules located on the Department of the

Navy/Assistant for Administration (DON/AA), Directives and Records Management Division

(DRMD) portal page at https://portal.secnav.navy.mil/orgs/DUSNM/DONAA/DRM/Records-

and-Information-Management/Approved%20Record%20Schedules/Forms/AllItems.aspx.

b. For questions concerning the management of records related to this instruction or the

records disposition schedules, please contact your local records manager or the DON/AA DRMD

program office.

8. Review and Effective Date. Per OPNAVINST 5215.17A, OPNAV N00D will review this

instruction annually around the anniversary of its issuance date to ensure applicability, currency,

and consistency with Federal, DoD, Secretary of the Navy, and Navy policy and statutory

authority using OPNAV 5215/40 Review of Instruction. This instruction will be in effect for 10

years, unless revised or cancelled in the interim, and will be reissued by the 10-year anniversary

date if it is still required, unless it meets one of the exceptions in OPNAVINST 5215.17A,

paragraph 9. Otherwise, if the instruction is no longer required, it will be processed for

cancellation as soon as the need for cancellation is known following the guidance in OPNAV

Manual 5215.1 of May 2016.

9. Forms. Forms may be downloaded from: https://forms.documentservices.dla.mil/order/.

a. OPNAV 1306/1 CMC/COB/CSC Charge Book

b. NAVPERS 1306/95 Command Master Chief Selection Nomination

c. NAVPERS 1306/7 Enlisted Personnel Action Request

d. NAVPERS 1070/613 Administrative Remarks

Releasability and distribution:

This instruction is cleared for public release and is available electronically only via Department

of the Navy Issuances Web site, https://www.secnav.navy.mil/doni/default.aspx

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Title Page

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1

Chapter 2 ROLE OF THE DIRECTOR, COMMAND SENIOR ENLISTED

LEADER MANAGEMENT OFFICE 2-1

Chapter 3 ELIGIBILITY, REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION 3-1

1. Eligibility and Requirements Considered for Entry into the CSEL Program 3-1

2. CMDCM or CMDCS Application Requirements 3-3

Chapter 4 SELECTION BOARD AND ASSIGNMENT 4-1

1. Selection Board 4-1

2. Selection as a CMDCS 4-1

3. Selection as a CMDCM 4-1

4. Administrative Requirements for CMDCM or CMDCS 4-2

5. Assignment as Primary Duty CMDCM, COB, and CMDCS 4-2

Chapter 5 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 5-1

Chapter 6 CSEL NOMINATIVE TALENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 6-1

OVERVIEW

1. Point of Contact 6-1

2. Eligibility Criteria 6-1

3. CSEL Nominative Talent Management System Overview 6-2

4. CSEL Nominative Talent Management System process for Tier I 6-5

5. Joint Nominative Slates 6-5

6. IA and Overseas Contingency Operations 6-6

7. Advanced Education and Training Opportunities 6-6

Chapter 7 PAY, ENTITLEMENTS AND UNIFORMS 7-1

1. SDAP 7-1

2. Entitlements 7-1

3. Uniforms 7-1

Chapter 8 COMMANDER AND COMMANDING OFFICER ACTION 8-1

Chapter 9 FLEET RESERVE, RETIREMENT AND HIGH YEAR TENURE 9-1

Chapter 10 NEC REMOVAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REASSIGNMENT 10-1

1. Adverse actions 10-1

2. Administrative Reassignment 10-1

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Chapter 11 NOMINATIVE LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION 11-1

Appendix A REFERENCES A-1

Appendix B MCPON LEADERSHIP MESS MEMBERSHIP B-1

Appendix C REQUIREMENTS AND SAMPLE CMDCM OR CMDCS C-1

APPLICATION PACKAGE

Appendix D SAMPLE CONSENT TO REVIEW OF INVESTIGATIVE D-1

FILES

Appendix E Sample CSEL Assignment Preference Data Sheet E-1

Appendix F Sample Nominative Letter of Recommendation F-1

Appendix G Sample Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assessment G-1

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1. CSELs ensure and enhance naval warfighting readiness by providing leadership and

mentorship to the Navy and advice to commanders and COs in partnership with deputy

commanders, chiefs of staff, or executive officers (XO). Their duties include the dissemination

and promotion of command policy and matters that support mission accomplishment. They also

uphold and enforce the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, while enhancing

active communication at all levels of command throughout the Department of the Navy.

2. CSELs report directly to their respective commander or CO, advising and providing input

and advice in matters affecting operational mission success, operational readiness, manning, and

training of all Sailors, as well as providing input to the formulation, implementation, and

execution of policies concerning the culture of excellence to include the morale, welfare, job

satisfaction, discipline, and support to families.

3. All CSELs assigned to Flag Officers (FO) and General Officers (GO) also serve as members

of the MCPON Leadership Mess. In this capacity, they support the MCPON in the formulation,

implementation, and execution of policies ensuring warfighting readiness of Sailors and their

families, as well as in the formulation, implementation, and execution of policies concerning

morale, welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, utilization, family support, and training of all Sailors

across the Navy. The MCPON Leadership Mess will convene as required and attendance at

MCPON Leadership Mess functions will be by invitation as specified by MCPON.

a. The MCPON Leadership Mess is constructed into three tiers, according to the rank of the

Flag Officer (FO) or General Officer (GO) (1 Star to 4 Star) to which the CSEL is assigned.

(1) Tier I: MCPON’s Executive Steering Committee – receives and endorses proposals,

consults and advises MCPON, and performs special duties in support of the MCPON’s CSEL

talent management system. This tier consists of all FLTCMs and combatant commander

(CCDR) CSELs.

(2) Tier II: MCPON’s Governance Committee – leads working groups which review

process and policy proposals assigned by Tier I and consists of all FORCMs and those serving

3-Star Commanders, both Navy and Joint commands.

(3) Tier III: MCPON’s Action Team(s) – assigned as members of working groups tasked

to review process and policy proposals and consists of all those serving 1- or 2-Star

Commanders, both Navy and Joint commands.

b. With the exception of a CSEL assigned to a CCDR (who will carry the title of FLTCM),

the titles FLTCM and FORCM apply to U.S. Navy commands only. Subparagraphs 3b(1)

through 3b(20) list all approved FLTCM and FORCM billets:

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(1) FLTCM - United States Fleet Forces Command

(2) FLTCM - United States Pacific Fleet

(3) FLTCM - United States Naval Forces, Europe/Africa

(4) FLTCM - Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (MPT&E)

(5) FLTCM - Any Unified Combatant Command (when USN selected)

(6) FORCM - Bureau of Medicine and Surgery

(7) FORCM - Naval Air Forces

(8) FORCM - Naval Air Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet

(9) FORCM - Naval Education and Training Command

(10) FORCM - Navy Expeditionary Combat Command

(11) FORCM - Naval Facilities Engineering Command

(12) FORCM - Naval Information Forces

(13) FORCM - Navy Installations Command

(14) FORCM - Navy Personnel Command

(15) FORCM - Navy Reserve Forces

(16) FORCM - Naval Special Warfare Command

(17) FORCM - Naval Surface Forces

(18) FORCM - Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet

(19) FORCM - Submarine Forces

(20) FORCM - Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet

4. Per reference (a), “The MCPON term of office is 2 years, with an option held by the CNO to

extend the tour of duty 2 more years. The CNO may adjust this term as necessary.” As primary

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candidates for consideration, nomination, and selection for MCPON normally come from within

the incumbent FLTCMs, their tour times (in duration) should be long enough so that they are

given an opportunity to compete for selection as the next MCPON once before their current tour

as FLTCM comes to an end. A FLTCM may be assigned to their position for a period up to, but

no longer than, 48 months on-station. If they are to end their tour prior to that time, they will

coordinate with the MCPON and the Director, CSELMO (D-CSELMO) for relief time, slate

announcement, and fit or fill process.

5. Appendix B includes a listing of all members of the MCPON Leadership Mess, their tier

levels and Special Duty Assignment Pay (SDAP) levels commensurate with each position.

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CHAPTER 2

ROLE OF THE DIRECTOR, COMMAND SENIOR ENLISTED

LEADER MANAGEMENT OFFICE

1. The CSELMO is located at Naval Support Facility Arlington, VA. The D-CSELMO will

serve within Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) for administrative control purposes and is a direct

report to MCPON. Additionally, the D-CSELMO serves as a member of the MCPON

Leadership Mess (Tier II), and will be a post-tour Command Master Chief who has previously

served a minimum of one tour in the MCPON Leadership Mess.

2. As outlined in reference (b), responsibilities of CSELMO include those stated in

subparagraphs 2a through 2j:

a. Serve as the CSEL Talent Manager, assisting BUPERS-32 with:

(1) High year tenure

(2) Advancement quotas

(3) Lateral conversion quotas

(4) Establishing and monitoring career development

(5) Setting and monitoring SDAP levels

b. Serve as the proponent and administrative agent of each CSEL Nominative Talent

Management System (NTMS), coordinating, from start to finish, each slate for GO/FO CSELs,

in accordance with Chapter 6 of this instruction.

c. Monitor and assist with all CSEL detachment for cause (DFC) cases.

d. Serve as sponsor of annual CMDCM or CMDCS Lateral Conversion Selection Board,

including the selection of board membership.

e. Coordinate with the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff’s

office to provide Navy nominations on all Joint Senior Enlisted Advisor GO/FO slates

advertised.

f. Either allocate, monitor, or both, seat assignments for the Keystone Course.

g. Coordinate selection of CSELs for individual augmentation (IA) assignments, as

required.

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h. Monitor and update the MCPON Leadership Mess roster and contact information cards,

as required.

i. Serve as an available mentor for all CSELs.

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CHAPTER 3

ELIGIBILITY, REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION

1. Eligibility and Requirements Considered for Entry into the CSEL Program

a. All MCPOs and SCPOs are eligible for selection as a CMDCM or CMDCS. To qualify

for selection as a CMDCM or CMDCS, candidates must:

(1) Not have less than 17 years of total TIS for CMDCS, not be in a “frocked” status as

of 31 December of the year of application, and not have greater than 22 years TIS. No waivers

will be granted for TIS earlier than 17 years. Waivers may be granted, on a case-by-case basis,

up to 6 months past 22-year TIS limit.

(2) Not have less than 17 years TIS for CMDCM, and not have greater than 28 years TIS.

No waivers will be granted for TIS earlier than 17 years. Waivers may be granted, on a case-by-

case basis, up to 6 months past 28-year TIS limit.

b. Candidates must also possess, maintain, and demonstrate qualities of subparagraphs 1b(1)

through 1b(6):

(1) Primary duty CSELs, including those enroute to their initial assignment or requisite

training, are expected to be an example to all Navy personnel, upholding the highest standards of

military service; to be the pinnacle of integrity and trust for seniors and subordinates alike; and

must maintain suitability and qualifications, including worldwide assignment eligibility as

outlined in this instruction.

(2) Visibly model the Navy core values, abide by the four core attributes of professional

identity listed in the Navy’s Design for Maintaining Maritime Superiority, and exemplify the

Chief Petty Officers’ Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles.

(3) Strong leaders who are capable of establishing the proper tone within and developing

and maintaining a strong and proactive Chiefs’ Mess.

(4) Strong and demonstrated oral and written skills.

(5) Command presence and a leader in physical fitness.

(6) Ability to understand diverse operational languages and concepts to enable the rapid

communication of commander’s or CO’s intent to every level within a command or subordinate

commands to support combat readiness.

c. Prospective CMDCMs, COBs, or CMDCSs are required to complete OPNAV 1306/1

CMC/COB/CSC Charge Book, which must be presented to the screening board as described in

subparagraph 1d.

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d. All CSEL candidates are required to complete a screening board utilizing NAVPERS

1306/95 to ensure they are prepared and possess the leadership qualities necessary to perform the

demanding duties of a CSEL. This form will be used to document the endorsement and

recommendations of the screening board. The screening board must be conducted as detailed in

subparagraphs 1d(1) through 1d(6):

(1) The board will be comprised of panel members in subparagraphs 1d(1)(a) through

1d(1)(c) at a minimum.

(a) Immediate superior in command (ISIC) CSEL– Chairperson (8CMC)

(b) Post-tour CSEL – (8CMC)

(c) Current serving CSEL – (8CMC, 8COB, 8CSC)

(2) Panel members will interview the candidate collectively.

(3) Panel members will each have a minimum of 2 years of successful experience and be

serving in the capacity of a billeted CSEL.

(4) Upon completion of the panel review, the chairperson will make one of the

recommendations listed in subparagraphs 1d(4)(a) through 1d(4)(c) based on a majority vote of

the panel.

(a) Fully ready

(b) Requires additional training (areas of concern specified)

(c) Not ready (reason specified with recommendations)

(5) The board chairperson will notify the member, their CO, officer in charge, CSEL, as

well as their respective Tier III or Tier II CSEL, of the board results.

(6) If a CMDCM or CMDCS candidate does not pass the screening board, the member

may be reconsidered for another board at a date determined by the senior board member once the

candidate has met all upgrade requirements.

e. Commanders and COs must conduct a formalized screening process to certify the

individual meets all qualifications listed in subparagraphs 1a and 1b. Reference (c), article 1306-

410, contains requirements for assignment as a COB. Commander’s or CO’s approval signature

is required on NAVPERS 1306/95.

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f. Closed-loop communities that do not have CMDCM or CMDCS CSELs assigned to their

commands (submarine ratings serving as COB, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician (EOD),

Sea, Air, Land (SEAL), Meteorological and Oceanographic (METOC), etc.) will select and

detail CSEL assignments through the respective rating detailers. Serving or post-tour CSELs in

a closed-loop community (minus submarine COBs) desiring to serve outside their closed-loop

community as a CMDCM or CMDCS must submit a rating lateral conversion package, in the

required timelines, in accordance with subparagraphs 1c and 1d. If selected for conversion, and

pending available quotas for conversion to CMDCM, the CSEL Detailer will ensure the NEC of

8CMC or 8CSC has been entered into the member’s service record and will detail for future

orders accordingly.

2. CMDCM or CMDCS Application Requirements

a. An example of a complete CMDCM or CMDCS lateral conversion application package is

included in appendix C. Use it as a package template. Important items to remember:

(1) NAVPERS 1306/7 Enlisted Personnel Action Request and command letter of

endorsement must be signed by the candidate’s current CO ("By direction" is not authorized).

The commander or CO’s certification must reflect that the candidate meets all of the

qualifications contained in subparagraphs 1a and 1b of this chapter.

(2) The NAVPERS 1306/95 must be signed in the current year, signed by all three board

members, current CSEL, FORCM or ISIC CMDCM, and commander or CO.

(3) Separate letters of endorsement must be submitted and signed by the candidate’s

current FORCM and their current CMDCM/CSEL. Candidates assigned to organizations not

under the ADCON of one of the echelon 3 commands with a rated FORCM will have their

package endorsed by the senior CMDCM within their administrative chain of command. Those

candidates working at a joint command, without a CMDCM, will have their packages endorsed

by the command sergeant major, sergeant major, or chief master sergeant.

b. Original request, with endorsements, must be forwarded to NAVPERSCOM CSEL

Detailer (PERS-40FF) or NAVPERSCOM Full-Time Support (FTS) Distribution Branch

CMDCM/MCPO/SCPO Detailer (PERS-4012C) for FTS Sailors.

c. Nuclear trained enlisted Sailors are required to be released to apply to the CSEL program.

Requests must be forwarded to PERS-40FF via Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Manpower,

Personnel, Training and Education) (N1), Nuclear Propulsion Program Management (N133) for

endorsement. OPNAV N133 must endorse and forward all requests to PERS-40FF. If OPNAV

N133 does not favorably endorse a nuclear-trained enlisted package, the package will be returned

to the Sailor by OPNAV N133. In general, Sailors should have completed an engineering

department master chief or reactor department master chief tour before applying for the program.

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Sailors who have completed greater than 20 years of service may also be released on a case-by-

case basis.

d. Requests from nuclear weapons systems trained enlisted Sailors from Electronics

Technician Trident II SWS D-5 Backfit SWS Navigation Maintenance Technician (NEC T26A),

and Missile Technician source ratings that have not served in a COB capacity must be forwarded

to the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Submarine (Non-Nuc) Branch (BUPERS-322) in order for

them to evaluate the impact to the source rating and to receive concurrence or non-concurrence

from Director, Strategic Systems Programs.

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CHAPTER 4

SELECTION BOARD AND ASSIGNMENT

1. Selection Board

a. CMDCM and CMDCS lateral conversion selection boards will convene annually. The

board must review and select the best-qualified applicants for assignment into the CSEL

program. There will be no quotas by rating, and all applicants understand when applying that, if

selected, they will be made eligible for transfer into a CSEL position as early as 1 October of

their selection year.

b. Director, NAVPERSCOM Enlisted Distribution Division (PERS-40) will conduct the

selection board sponsored and arranged by the D-CSELMO, and will be authorized to select a

24-month quota requirement each year to allow more flexibility and predictability in the

assignment process.

c. For members not selected by the CMDCM or CMDCS selection process, a new screening

board must be conducted and a new NAVPERS 1306/95 must be submitted with the application.

The OPNAV 1306/1 remains valid for continued package submission once completed.

d. Original completed packages, to include NAVPERS 1306/95 and all enclosures required

by chapter 3, are to be forwarded to the CSEL Detailer by the member electronically for

processing and record purposes, in the manner prescribed by the current NAVADMIN calling for

lateral conversion selection board applications.

2. Selection as a CMDCS. Active duty SCPOs selected by the annual CMDCS lateral

conversion selection board for the CSEL program will have their ratings changed to CMDCS

upon selection and will also become immediately eligible for promotion to CMDCM, if all other

requirements listed in reference (d) are met. They will not be awarded the 8CSC NEC, wear the

CMDCS identification badge, nor be detailed to a CMDCS billet until they have successfully

completed the CMDCM/COB course.

3. Selection as a CMDCM

a. Active duty MCPOs selected by the annual CMDCM lateral conversion selection board

for the CSEL program will not have the ratings changed to CMDCM until their successful

completion of the CMDCM/COB course, when their NEC 8CMC is awarded.

b. Active duty CMDCSs selected by the annual MCPO promotion board for advancement to

CMDCM will have the ratings changed when frocked or promoted to the new paygrade. If they

have previously attended the CMDCM/COB course, possess the NEC 8CSC, and are serving in a

CMDCS billet, they will immediately change to NEC 8CMC upon frocking or promotion to

CMDCM. CMDCSs who have not attended the CMDCM/COB course nor possess the NEC

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8CSC, who select for promotion to CMDCM, will not be awarded the NEC 8CMC nor be

detailed to a CMDCM billet until they have successfully completed the CMDCM/COB course.

4. Administrative Requirements for CMDCM or CMDCS

a. Individuals selected as CMDCMs and CMDCSs will be closed-loop detailed by

PERS-40FF, or PERS-4012C for FTS Sailors, and utilized, as appropriate, for assignments as a

CSEL. CMDCMs assigned within a special closed-loop rating or community will be detailed by

that rating or community’s lead detailer. During the assignment process, appropriate factors,

such as individual community manning, waiver of tour requirements, etc., must be taken into

consideration to ensure the most efficient and responsible assignments are achieved with

minimal impact to the manning of an individual rating.

b. Those MCPOs and SCPOs who are selected via lateral conversion board will normally be

detailed to CMDCM or CMDCS billets, as directed by the CSEL Detailer, within 6-18 months of

selection, taking into consideration the immediate needs of both losing and gaining commands.

A selectee will be counted as a loss against the current rating as of 1 October of that selection

year. Therefore, if they were previously under permanent change of station orders under their

current rating, they will normally be released from those orders and should coordinate with the

CSEL Detailer for a new assignment.

c. FTS and Selected Reserve (SELRES) MCPOs and SCPOs selected to CMDCM or

CMDCS will laterally convert from their source rating to CMDCS or CMDCM as appropriate.

Assignment of FTS or SELRES CSELs to active duty CMDCM or CMDCS billets or vice versa

will be considered on a case-by-case basis. These assignments will be dependent upon the

current health of each community. Requests for assignment to these billets will be made through

PERS-40FF and PERS-4012C.

5. Assignment as Primary Duty CMDCM, COB, and CMDCS

a. The CSEL Detailer is primarily responsible for the coordination and assignment of

CMDCMs and CMDCSs for O-6 billets and below. The detailer will coordinate closely with the

gaining command to identify a suitable relief for the incumbent in a timely manner.

b. Completion of the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy (SEA) is required prior to submitting

for the CSEL program. Completion of CMDCM/COB course is required prior to reporting as a

primary duty CMDCM, COB, or CMDCS. The SEA portion may be completed through service-

equivalent institutions including the United States Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer

Academy, United States Marine Corps Senior Enlisted Professional Military Education Course,

or the Joint Special Operations Forces SEA; however, regardless of SEA location, the

CMDCM/COB course is still required. Operational waivers may be requested via the D-

CSELMO, applicable Tier I or Tier II CSEL, and approved by MCPON.

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c. Individuals assigned as primary duty CMDCMs or CMDCSs are required to become

warfare-qualified in the community assigned within 12 months of assuming those duties.

FORCMs must monitor qualifications to ensure compliance. Failure to qualify could result in

removal from the CSEL program (refer to chapter 10 of this instruction).

d. Initial CSEL assignments will normally be to sea code Type 2 or 4, regardless of current

duty assignment and will be a minimum of 30-36 months in length. CSELs on initial assignment

may apply for follow-on positions upon attainment of 24 months in their current assignment,

however, will not be transferred until they have served between 30-36 months, unless otherwise

arranged in coordinated effort between the CSEL Detailer, D-CSELMO, applicable FLTCM,

FORCM, or ISIC CMDCM.

e. Follow-on CSEL assignments (second tour and on) will be detailed to billets as listed by

the CSEL Detailer, based off of availability, career path milestones, and desires of the CSEL.

Follow-on assignments will be for a minimum of 30-36 months in length. If community health

permits, CSELs on second or subsequent assignment may apply for follow-on positions prior to

the 2-year mark, however, they will not be transferred until they have served at least 24 months

in their current billet, unless otherwise arranged in coordinated effort between the CSEL

Detailer, D-CSELMO, applicable FLTCM, FORCM, or ISIC CMDCM.

f. Billets classified by the Officer community as O-6 major command will be considered a

major command assignment for CSELs. The CSEL Detailer will coordinate closely with the

gaining command to identify a suitable relief for the incumbent.

g. Assignment to a nominative CSEL billet, which is any CSEL assigned to an FO or GO or

those designated by the CNP, will be determined through the process outlined in chapter 6 of this

instruction.

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CHAPTER 5

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. The CSEL will report directly to the commander or CO. They will also coordinate closely

with the deputy commander, chief of staff, or XO, in the execution of their duties as listed in

paragraph 2.

2. Duties and responsibilities of CSELs must include, but are not limited to subparagraphs 2a

through 2g:

a. Assist commanders and COs in all matters pertaining to the warfighting readiness of

Sailors, their families, and the command. This includes the welfare, health, job satisfaction,

morale, utilization, and training of Sailors in order to promote standards of good order and

discipline. They will advise commanders and COs on formulation and implementation of

changes in policy affecting the command(s). Furthermore, they will provide solicited and

unsolicited advice and recommendations to the chain of command as well as to their respective

ISIC CSEL.

b. Establish and maintain the conditions that ensure the unit is fully prepared for

warfighting while enabling a culture of excellence that includes a productive and positive

command climate.

c. Develop a CPO Mess climate that serves to develop and maintain the highest levels of

material and warfighting readiness, professional excellence, and espirit-de-corps.

(1) Possess a detailed understanding of the different phases of the optimized fleet

response plan and their role in ensuring success.

(2) Instill a culture of excellence throughout the command, sharing responsibility for

successful training, certifications, and assignments.

d. Promote and ensure official ceremonies, such as retirements, frocking ceremonies, award

ceremonies, etc. that honor Sailors are embraced and properly executed.

e. Assist in the management and delivery of proper, accurate, and timely communications

throughout the command(s).

f. Communicate with and support Navy families.

g. Maintain awareness of and assist in the shaping of the health of command programs

designed to ensure a professional command culture and climate.

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CHAPTER 6

CSEL NOMINATIVE TALENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OVERVIEW

1. Point of Contact. The D-CSELMO will serve as the centralized point of contact and

coordinator for nominative CSEL slating and selection processes.

2. Eligibility Criteria

a. All eligible CSELs will be assessed based on their individual knowledge, skills, abilities,

and experience gained from the number of tours as a CSEL. Additionally, CSELs who are

identified as not fit-for-full duty or cannot screen to serve on a GO/FO staff are not eligible to

serve on a GO/FO Staff.

b. In order to be reviewed for a nominative CSEL position, CSELs must have completed a

minimum of two CMDCM/COB tours, one as a major command CSEL. CMDCS tours are

additive in experience and consideration during pairing to billets, but are not qualifying as a

CMDCM/COB tour. Assignments that require a specific career background or experience for

consideration in a nominative position may be listed as required or recommended.

c. CSELs who meet the requirements of subparagraph 2b will automatically be reviewed for

nominative positions with fill dates equal to or greater than 24 months Time On Station in

current billet. Sailors assigned to 12-month DoD Area Tour Length billets will be reviewed for

nominative positions with fill dates on or after their PRD.

Example: A CSEL who reports to a CONUS billet in October 2020, if fully qualified, will be

considered for nominative positions with fill dates from October 2022 forward.

d. Any FLTCM or the D-CSELMO may recommend to MCPON that for the purposes of

talent management the requirements of subparagraph 2c be amended to a lower threshold.

Specifically, this will be recommended if the billet is held “In Extremis” or the available pool of

candidates does not yield a sufficiently broad cohort of “Best-Qualified” candidates. If MCPON

approves the recommendation, all fully qualified CSELs who meet the amended threshold will

be reviewed against the nominative billet requirement and Commodore’s (CDRE) preferences.

e. The intent of this instruction is to maintain career progression and opportunity into the

GO/FO level assignments along with the experience gained allowing selection for the best fully

qualified CSELs to be selected.

(1) Tier III CSELs may be reviewed for other Tier I- and Tier II positions

(2) Tier II CSELs may be reviewed for other Tier II and Tier I positions

(3) Tier I may be reviewed for other Tier I positions

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f. In the event a CSEL serving in a GO/FO CSEL position is unable to obtain a subsequent

GO/FO assignment, as directed in subparagraph 2e of this chapter, and desires to continue

serving, they may be considered to fill high-priority CSEL billets (lower tier, O6 command), as

determined by the D-CSELMO or CSEL Detailer, provided they remain eligible for transfer to

the new duty station, can meet minimum time-on-station requirements of the new position, and

will not exceed HYT requirements as listed in reference (c). Any CSEL who fails to negotiate

for assignment prior to the 6-month window from PRD will be assigned by CSEL Detailer per

the needs of the Navy. The Sailor will execute orders to the assignment or submit a request for

transfer to Fleet Reserve or retirement, not to exceed 90 days past the PRD or release date of

their current duty assignment.

3. CSEL Nominative Talent Management System

a. CNP is the CSEL NTMS Sponsor providing oversight and validating the process. CNP

will review and approve all nomination recommendations by CSEL NTMS and approve the

release of all slates.

b. MCPON establishes and approves CSEL NTMS standards and all exceptions to business

rules, provides senior mentorship, validity, integrity and discipline to the procedures, and

provides CNP with a primary and alternate candidate for each identified nominative vacancy.

By exception, some slates with special requirements will be forwarded with only one name, i.e.

Joint positions.

c. MCPON and the FLTCMs, as voting members, will review the records and supporting

documentation to determine the best qualified candidates to present to CNP for validation and

approval to forward to the hiring FO/GO.

d. The following Force and Command Master Chiefs, in addition to billet incumbent, upon

notification by D-CSELMO, will review the records and supporting documentation of all eligible

CSELs within their hierarchy for the scheduled CSEL NTMS process.

Bureau of Medicine and Surgery FORCM

Marine Corps Forces Command CMDCM

Marine Corps Forces Pacific Command CMDCM

Naval Aviation Forces FORCM

Naval Education & Training Command FORCM

Naval Information Forces FORCM

Naval Installations Command FORCM

Naval Surface Forces FORCM

Submarine Forces FORCM

Naval Aviation Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet FORCM

Naval Facilities Engineering Command FORCM

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Submarine Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet FORCM

Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet FORCM

Naval Expeditionary Combat Command FORCM

Naval Air Systems Command CMDCM

Naval Supply Systems Command CMDCM

Naval Sea Systems Command CMDCM

United States SECOND Fleet CMDCM

United States THIRD Fleet CMDCM

United States FOURTH Fleet CMDCM

United States FIFTH Fleet CMDCM

United States SIXTH Fleet CMDCM

United States SEVENTH Fleet CMDCM

United States TENTH Fleet CMDCM

They will provide direct feedback to MCPON and the FLTCMs regarding each CSEL during the

review and will be prepared to answer any request for information from the voting members

regarding CSELs within their hierarchy.

e. D-CSELMO will:

(1) At the direction of MCPON, establish a date for a review of all fully qualified CSELs

against future nominative vacancies at the next CSEL NTMS.

(2) Ideally, contact the incumbent CSEL 12 months prior to the required fill date, in

coordination with their ISIC CSEL, and the gaining FO/GO, to review and discuss the

Nominative CSEL Billet Description to ensure requirements are current and the CDRE’s

preferences are recorded. If less than 12 months are available either because of DoD Area Tour

Lengths, Unplanned Loss of incumbent, or the incumbent was selected prior to PRD to fill

another billet, then the D-CSELMO will expedite the process and may declare the billet In

Extremis.

(3) Provide all administrative support in order to ensure smooth execution of the CSEL

NTMS, establish and review business rules as required, and coordinate directly with Naval

Inspector General to execute background checks on all candidates of eligible pool prior to

review.

(4) Upon completion of the CSEL NTMS process, consolidate all results and provide

them to MCPON for presentation to CNP for validation and approval.

(5) Provide the approved primary and alternate candidates’ names and supporting

documentation to the hiring FO/GO and be prepared to provide the CDRE with support as

required to aid in the final selection process. The incumbent CSEL will coordinate with the

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FO/GO and D-CSELMO to determine appropriate notification plan for final selection.

Candidates not selected should seek career development advice from the ISIC CSEL. The

incumbent CSEL will provide feedback to the non-selected candidate.

(6) Upon completion of interviews and notification of FO/GO selection, the FO/GO will

notify the D-CSELMO of selection. The D-CSELMO will notify CNP, MCPON, OPNAV N1

FLTCM, and CSEL Detailer of the selection. Selected candidate will coordinate with D-

CSELMO, CSEL Detailer, and the incumbent CSEL to determine detachment and reporting date.

(7) Concurrently advise all CSELs not selected for interview of their status and direct

them to the ISIC CSEL for guidance and mentorship.

(8) Further take note of all CSELs who are either not selected for interview or not

selected for a position by a FO/GO following an interview who are at or within 6 months of HYT

as established by current policy. Each individual will be advised that they will no longer be

reviewed for nominative positions and shall submit their requests for retirement.

(9) Notify all eligible CSEL who are either not selected for interview or not selected for a

position by a FO/GO following an interview who are at or within 12 months of their PRD and

capable of performing another O-5/O-6 CSEL tour, that they will be screened until within 9

months of their PRD via the NTMS. The CSELs will be encouraged to contact the CSEL

Detailer to negotiate for orders. If they are not selected for a position, nor hired by a FO/GO

following the subsequent NTMS, these CSELs will be informed that they may only negotiate

with the CSEL Detailer for orders and will not be reviewed for nominative positions during the

remainder of their current tour.

f. Individual CSELs will:

(1) E-mail/Upload (guidance will be provided separately) their CSEL Assignment

Preference Form, Appendix E, at least annually by 1 November without an approved Fleet

Reserve or Retirement request. Download this form from the CSEL Enlisted Community

Manager’s web page. There is no maximum limit on how often this form may be updated during

a calendar year.

(2) E-mail/upload (guidance will be provided separately) their signed IG Review Consent

Memorandum, Appendix F, by 1 November each year of active service without an approved

Fleet Reserve or Retirement request.

(3) Notify the D-CSELMO immediately if they elect to “opt out” of the CSEL NTMS.

This will be accomplished by submitting a completed and signed NAVPERS 1306/7. If the

reason for “opt out” is not covered by existing Navy policy, the CSEL will no longer be

considered for any future nominative positions and will be detailed solely by the CSEL Detailer

for O-5/O-6 positions until transfer to Fleet Reserve or Retirement. If the CSEL is already

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beyond the HYT limits established for O-5/O-6 positions, their record will be flagged, no further

orders will be issued, and the CSEL will submit their request to retire in accordance with

established administrative guidelines.

(4) Be expected, if selected, to interview for and serve in nominative positions as a

worldwide assignable Sailor. If the member elects not to interview, they will immediately be

considered to have opted out of NTMS. If the member is at or beyond HYT, and elects not to

interview, they will immediately submit their request to retire at the end of their current tour.

4. CSEL Nominative Talent Management System process for Tier I

a. At the direction of CNP, MCPON will initiate the NTMS for Tier I candidates.

(1) The incumbent FLTCM or COCOM CSEL will coordinate with the D-CSELMO to

identify a pool of fully qualified candidates for the projected Tier I position.

(2) The hiring FO/GO may direct specific CMDCMs for review.

b. D-CSELMO will attempt to present a slate consisting of three to five potential candidates

for the hiring CDRE’s consideration and selection. These upper and lower limits of potential

candidates for Tier 1 positions may be breached to present the best-qualified candidates to the

CDRE for consideration.

c. Upon completion of interviews and candidate notification of the CDRE’s selection, the

CDRE will notify the D-CSELMO of selection. The D-CSELMO will notify CNP, MCPON,

OPNAV N1 FLTCM, and CSEL Detailer of the selection. Selected candidate will coordinate

with D-CSELMO, CSEL Detailer, and the incumbent CSEL to determine detachment and

reporting date.

d. The D-CSELMO or incumbent will concurrently advise all CSELs not selected for

interview of their status and direct them to MCPON or their respective FLTCM/COCOM CSEL

for guidance and mentorship.

5. Joint Nominative Slates. The D-CSELMO receives all Joint Nominative Slates. Using the

CSEL NTMS, MCPON will present one candidate to CNP for validation and approval. Upon

CNP’s approval, Navy’s nominee will be forwarded for consideration and possible interview.

6. IA and Overseas Contingency Operations. For IA and overseas contingency operations

CSEL support assignments, D-CSELMO will oversee the selection process, make a

recommendation on nomination to the MCPON, then submit recommendation to

NAVPERSCOM Career Management (PERS-4) for active duty personnel. Any SELRES

requirements must be coordinated through Commander, Navy Reserve Forces Command’s

FORCM.

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7. Advanced Education and Training Opportunities

a. D-CSELMO is responsible for coordinating CSEL attendance to the Navy Senior

Leadership Seminar. Naval Post Graduate School Monterey supports the attendance of two

nominative level CSELs to attend each Navy Senior Leadership Seminar in Monterey.

Candidates must submit applications through the FORCM or ISIC CSEL. D-CSELMO is also

responsible for identification and tracking of CSELs to attend advanced education and training

opportunities. Candidates must submit applications through the FORCM or ISIC CSEL.

b. D-CSELMO is responsible for tracking and coordinating quotas and attendance to the

Joint Keystone Course sponsored by National Defense University with allocation of 10 Navy

students for each Keystone Course. Candidates must submit applications through the FORCM or

ISIC CSEL.

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CHAPTER 7

PAY, ENTITLEMENTS AND UNIFORMS

1. SDAP. SDAP will be paid per reference (e) and appendix A of this instruction.

2. Entitlements. An annual uniform allowance will be authorized upon reporting for duty as

MCPON, FLTCM, or FORCM per reference (f), table 29-5.

3. Uniforms

a. CMDCMs and serving MCPO COBs will wear a silver star in place of their rating

specialty mark on their rating badge.

b. The appropriate (Fleet, Force, Command) identification badge (breast insignia) will be

worn by individuals assigned in those positions. Collateral-duty CSELs, designated in writing,

per chapter 4, will wear the appropriate CSEL Command Master, Senior, or Chief badge while

functioning in that capacity only after meeting the criteria in subparagraph 3c.

c. The appropriate large CSEL badge is authorized for continuous wear for those designated

8CMC, 8COB, and 8CSC CSELs who:

(1) are designated in writing as the CSEL for assigned command.

(2) have attended and completed CMDCM/COB course of instruction.

Note: Under no circumstances is the CSEL badge authorized for wear if the CSEL NEC has

been removed due to any administrative actions.

d. Upon selection as MCPON, the incumbent's rating must be changed to MCPON.

MCPON must wear a rating badge with three gold stars and a gold star in the center of the rating

badge.

e. Upon selection to a FLTCM or FORCM billet, the incumbent’s rating must be changed to

FLTCM or FORCM. FLTCM or FORCMs will wear a rating badge with two gold stars and a

gold star in the center of the rating badge, as prescribed in reference (g).

f. If at any time a FLTCM or FORCM is assigned to a follow-on position that is not a

FLTCM or FORCM position, they will change their rating back to “CMDCM” and will wear the

Command identification badge as described in subparagraph 3b. However, they will continue to

wear their FLTCM or FORCM rating badge (with gold stars) as prescribed in reference (g) and

subparagraph 3e.

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g. Upon retirement or transfer to Fleet Reserve, and when subsequent wearing of the

uniform is authorized, a Sailor having successfully served as a member of the MCPON

Leadership Mess is authorized to wear the applicable rating badge. If MCPON Leadership Mess

member was a MCPON, FLTCM, or FORCM, they are authorized to wear the corresponding

identification badge with the position attained.

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CHAPTER 8

COMMANDER AND COMMANDING OFFICER ACTION

1. Commanders and COs of activities that have a CSEL assigned will:

a. Ensure their activity manpower document reflects the billet title of FLTCM, FORCM, or

CMDCM with NEC 8CMC, or COB with NEC 8COB, or CMDCS with NEC 8CSC, as

applicable.

b. Ensure the assigned CSEL continues to meet screening criteria throughout the tour of

duty. Failure to maintain screening criteria will result in disqualification as outlined in reference

(c), article 1616-010. Additionally, following selection for assignment as a CSEL, commanders

and COs will ensure individuals maintain eligibility for assignment and will formally notify

PERS-40 if the selectee becomes ineligible prior to execution of permanent change of station

orders, attendance at the SEA or CMDCM/COB course.

c. Ensure primary duty CSELs maintain eligibility to obtain a top-secret (TS) security

clearance. Many nominative positions require a security clearance level of TS or top

secret/sensitive compartmented information (TS/SCI). At the discretion of the Commander or

CO, security clearance requests should be requested for CSELs who may be competitive for

these nominative positions.

d. Ensure the assigned CSEL is engaged in the duties and responsibilities outlined within

this instruction.

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CHAPTER 9

FLEET RESERVE, RETIREMENT AND HIGH YEAR TENURE

1. Active Component and FTS CSEL High Year Tenure (HYT) length of service gates are:

Rating HYT

CMDCM 32

CMDCM (1/2-star GO/FO) 34

CMDCM/FORCM/FLTCM (3/4-star GO/FO) 36

MCPON 38

2. CSELs must adhere to the guidelines of subparagraphs 2a and 2b for submission of a Fleet

Reserve or retirement date, as applicable.

a. Complete minimum retainability and on-station requirements for assignment in the

continental United States and Department of Defense tour length for outside the continental

United States.

b. If assigned to a pre-commissioning unit, must complete a tour as specified by the

guidelines pertaining to reference (c), article 1306-800.

3. Prior to submission of requests for transfer to the Fleet Reserve or retire to NAVPERSCOM,

Enlisted Retirements Branch (PERS-836), FLTCM, FORCM, CMDCM, or CMDCSs will

coordinate the request with the D-CSELMO, CSEL Detailer, and ISIC or type commander

(TYCOM).

a. Navy CSEL Fleet Reserve or retirement requests will be staffed with their respective

source rating detailer.

b. FTS primary duty CSELs must coordinate with and submit requests to NAVPERSCOM,

Reserve Personnel Management (PERS-9).

4. CSELs must plan relief timeframes accordingly, taking into consideration attendance at

retirement seminars, medical, and Department of Veterans Administration screenings.

Additionally, CSELs should plan the retirement date to take into consideration leave and

transition time as they near their retirement from active duty.

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CHAPTER 10

NEC REMOVAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REASSIGNMENT

Note: Paragraphs 1 and 2 do not apply to collateral duty Senior Enlisted Leaders.

1. Adverse Actions

a. Any CSEL that is found guilty of any adverse action, including but not limited to non-

judicial punishment, court-martial, adverse civil or civilian criminal court action, or approved

detachment for cause (DFC), must have the rating and NEC 8CMC, 8COB, or 8CSC removed.

The DFC of enlisted personnel will be processed per reference (c) article 1616-010. If

administrative separation (ADSEP) is not initiated by the command, Commander,

NAVPERSCOM may direct ADSEP processing for any CSEL DFC.

b. CSELs who have the SEL rating and NEC removed must be referred to Commander,

NAVPERSCOM for forced conversion. If a CSEL who has had the SEL rating and NEC

removed does not meet the forced conversion eligibility requirements of reference (c),

article1440-011, the command must initiate administrative separation processing.

c. If the subject member has over 20 years of creditable service, he or she may request

transfer to Fleet Reserve in lieu of DFC action.

d. If the subject member has less than 20 years of creditable service and the underlying

reason for the DFC is not a mandatory administrative processing reason per reference (c), article

1910-233, the member will be detailed in line with the needs of the Navy.

e. Individuals who do not maintain suitability, qualification, or worldwide assignment per

existing guidelines will be issued temporary additional duty orders to their ISIC or TYCOM to

await pending outcome of the actions taken per reference (c) Article 1616-010.

f. Individuals whose ratings are administratively changed due to adverse action such as a

DFC, and whose NEC 8CMC, 8COB, or 8CSC has been removed, are not authorized to retain

the CSEL rating badge, receive SDAP, or wear the command CSEL breast insignia.

2. Administrative Reassignment. Individuals whose ratings are administratively changed, or

whose NEC 8CMC, 8COB, or 8CSC have been removed to support management of closed-loop

communities (i.e., SEAL, EOD, Diver, Seabee, Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman,

Submarine Forces, or Navy Reserve Forces) are authorized to retain the CSEL rating badge and

wear of the command CSEL breast insignia.

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APPENDIX A

REFERENCES

(a) OPNAVINST 1306.4A

(b) CHNAVPERS WASHINGTON DC memo 1306 Ser CNP/062 of 14 Apr 2017

(c) NAVPERS 15560D

(d) BUPERSINST 1430.16G

(e) OPNAVINST 1160.6C

(f) DoD 7000.14-R, Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation, Volume

7A, April 2017

(g) NAVPERS 15665I

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APPENDIX B

MCPON LEADERSHIP MESS MEMBERSHIP AND

SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENT PAY LEVELS

1. Designated CSELs listed in appendix B are members of the MCPON Leadership Mess:

Tier 1

Star Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

4 Chief of Naval Operations MCPON SD-6

4 U.S. Naval Forces Europe / Africa FLTCM SD-6

4 U.S. Fleet Forces Command FLTCM SD-6

4 U.S. Pacific Fleet FLTCM SD-6

4 Combatant Commander CSEL FLTCM SD-6

3 Chief of Naval Personnel FLTCM SD-6

Tier 2

Star Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

3 Bureau of Medicine and Surgery FORCM SD-4

3 Marine Corps Forces Command CMDCM SD-4

3 Marine Corps Forces Pacific Command CMDCM SD-4

3 Naval Aviation Forces FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Education & Training Command FORCM SD-4

3 Naval Information Forces FORCM SD-4

3 Naval Installations Command FORCM SD-4

3 Navy Reserve Forces FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Special Warfare Forces FORCM SD-4

3 Naval Surface Forces FORCM SD-4

3 Submarine Forces FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Aviation Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Facilities Engineering Command FORCM SD-4

2 Submarine Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet FORCM SD-4

2 Naval Expeditionary Combat Command FORCM SD-4

2 Navy Personnel Command FORCM SD-4

3 U.S. SECOND Fleet CMDCM SD-4

3 U.S. THIRD Fleet CMDCM SD-4

2 U.S. FOURTH Fleet/Naval Forces Southern Command CMDCM SD-4

3 U.S. FIFTH Fleet/Naval Forces Central Command CMDCM SD-4

3 U.S. SIXTH Fleet CMDCM SD-4

3 U.S. SEVENTH Fleet CMDCM SD-4

3 U.S. TENTH Fleet/Fleet Cyber Command CMDCM SD-4

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Tier 2 (continued)

Star Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

3 Director, Command Senior Enlisted Leader Management

Office

CMDCM SD-4

Tier 3

Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP Amphibious Force SEVENTH Fleet CMDCM SD-3

Assistant Commander, Navy Personnel Command CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group ONE CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group TWO CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group THREE CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group FIVE CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group SEVEN CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group EIGHT CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group NINE CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group TEN CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group ELEVEN CMDCM SD-3 Carrier Strike Group TWELVE CMDCM SD-3 Combined Maritime Forces Middle East CMDCM SD-3

Director, Senior Enlisted Academy CMDCM SD-3 Expeditionary Strike Group THREE CMDCM SD-3 Expeditionary Strike Group TWO CMDCM SD-3 Fleet Readiness Centers CMDCM SD-3 Global Logistics Support CMDCM SD-3 HQ USMC – Senior Enlisted for the USMC Navy Surgeon CMDCM SD-3 I Marine Aircraft Wing CMDCM SD-3 I Marine Division CMDCM SD-3 I Marine Expeditionary Force CMDCM SD-3 I Marine Logistics Group CMDCM SD-3 II Marine Aircraft Wing CMDCM SD-3 II Marine Division CMDCM SD-3 II Marine Expeditionary Force CMDCM SD-3 II Marine Logistics Group CMDCM SD-3 III Marine Aircraft Wing CMDCM SD-3 III Marine Division CMDCM SD-3 III Marine Expeditionary Force CMDCM SD-3 III Marine Logistics Group CMDCM SD-3 IV Marine Division CMDCM SD-3

Logistics Group WESTPAC CMDCM SD-3

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Tier 3 (continued)

Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

Marine Forces Reserve CMDCM SD-3

Military Sealift Command CMDCM SD-3 Naval Air Forces Reserve CMDCM SD-3 Naval Air Systems Command CMDCM SD-3 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division CMDCM SD-3 Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division CMDCM SD-3 Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center CMDCM SD-3 Naval District Washington CMDCM SD-3 Naval Inspector General CMDCM SD-3 Naval Leadership and Ethics Center CMDCM SD-3 Naval Reactors CMDCM SD-3 Naval Safety Center CMDCM SD-3 Naval Sea Systems Command CMDCM SD-3 Naval Supply Systems Command CMDCM SD-3

Naval Supply – Weapons Systems Support CMDCM SD-3

Naval Surface Group, Mid-Pacific CMDCM SD-3 Naval Training Service Command CMDCM SD-3 Naval War College CMDCM SD-3 Navy Exchange Services Command CMDCM SD-3 Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group CMDCM SD-3 Navy Medicine East CMDCM SD-3 Navy Medicine Education and Training CMDCM SD-3 Navy Medicine West CMDCM SD-3

Navy Recruiting Command CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Europe Africa Southwest Asia CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Hawaii CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Maintenance Center CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Mid-Atlantic CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Northwest CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Southeast CMDCM SD-3 Navy Region Southwest CMDCM SD-3 Navy Reserve Force Command CMDCM SD-3 Office of Naval Intelligence CMDCM SD-3 Operational Test and Evaluation Force CMDCM SD-3 OPNAV Staff CMDCM SD-3

Patrol and Reconnaissance Group CMDCM SD-3

Program Executive Office, Ships CMDCM SD-3

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Tier 3 (continued)

Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

Program Executive Office, Subs CMDCM SD-3

Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command CMDCM SD-3

Strategic Systems Programs CMDCM SD-3

Submarine Group TWO CMDCM SD-3

Submarine Group EIGHT CMDCM SD-3

Submarine Group NINE CMDCM SD-3 Submarine Group SEVEN / CTF 54 and 74 CMDCM SD-3 Submarine Group TEN CMDCM SD-3

Superintendent, U.S. Naval Academy CMDCM SD-3

U.S. Naval Forces Japan CMDCM SD-3

U.S. Naval Forces Korea CMDCM SD-3

U.S. Naval Forces Marianas CMDCM SD-3

U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command CMDCM SD-3

Any Joint CSEL position (1, 2 or 3-star) CMDCM SD-3

Tier 4 and below

Command/Position Curr CSEL SDAP

Commands with Commanding Officer of O6 or Below CMDCM SD-2

Commands with E-8 CSEL position not that of a CMDCM CMDCS/COB SD-2

Tier 3 for Leadership Mess puposes only (No SDAP)

Command/Position Curr CSEL Office of the Chief of Information MCCM

Navy Judge Advocate General LNCM

Chief of Chaplains RPCM

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APPENDIX C

REQUIREMENTS AND SAMPLE CMDCM OR CMDCS APPLICATION PACKAGE

1. Application packages for lateral rating conversion to CMDCM or CMDCS must include, in

preferred order:

a. Letter of endorsement signed by the candidate’s FORCM or ISIC CSEL if not aligned

ADCON to a FORCM.

b. Letter of endorsement or certification by the commander or CO that the candidate meets

all of the qualifications contained in chapter 3, subparagraphs 1a and 1b of this instruction.

c. Request for assignment to the CSEL program utilizing NAVPERS 1306/7, signed by the

CO ("By direction" is not authorized). In the “Reason for Submission/Requested Action” block,

this statement must be included:

“Respectfully request assignment to the Command Senior Enlisted Leader (CSEL) Program. I

understand that if selected, I will be made eligible for transfer into a CSEL position as early as

1 October [insert year of selection board].”

d. Copy of NAVPERS 1306/95, with all applicable signatures entered.

e. Candidate statement, using NAVPERS 1070/613 Administrative Remarks, which must

read either subparagraph 1e(1) or subparagraph 1e(2):

(1) Active Component and FTS

“(Date): I desire to serve as a command master or senior chief. I am worldwide assignable and, if

selected, I will incur sufficient obligated service upon receipt of orders to complete my initial

tour of 36 months (unless otherwise specified to satisfy Department of Defense area

requirements) as a command master or senior chief. I fully understand that my application for

this program is my duty preference, and I will accept orders per the needs of the Navy.”

(2) SELRES

“(Date): I desire to serve as a command master or senior chief. I am worldwide assignable and, if

selected, I will incur sufficient obligated service upon receipt of orders to complete my initial

tour of 36 months (unless otherwise specified to satisfy Department of Defense area

requirements) as a command master or senior chief. I fully understand that my application for

this program is my duty preference, and I will accept orders to any Navy enlisted classification

(NEC) code 8CMC/8CSC SELRES requirements if selected. If selected, I will voluntarily take

an assignment to a vacant Reserve Component SELRES 8CMC billet and serve in the capacity

of a command master chief or command senior chief.”

f. Copy of graduation certificate from Senior Enlisted Academy or equivalent course if

member has attended.

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g. Clear, readable copies of the last 5 years’ chief evaluations.

h. Copy of Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS) report,

containing the candidate’s last six physical fitness assessments (see exhibit C-1).

Exhibit C-1 Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS) Printout Example

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APPENDIX D

SAMPLE CONSENT TO REVIEW OF INVESTIGATIVE FILES

1. All CSELs must submit the following letter (exhibit D-1) to the D-CSELMO no later than 1

November each year on active duty without an approved Fleet Reserve or retirement request:

DD Mmm YY

MEMORANDUM

From: CMDCM Ian M. Sailor, USN

To: Director, Command Senior Enlisted Management Office

Subj: CONSENT TO REVIEW OF INVESTIGATIVE FILES

1. For a period beginning 1 November YYYY and terminating 31 October YYYY and only in

the circumstance that I am being considered for assignment to a Command Senior Enlisted

Leader nominative position, I consent to a review of investigative files maintained by the Naval

Inspector General and/or any other adverse information databases for active investigations and

substantiated past allegations, and subsequent disclosure of the results of this review to the office

of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy for consideration in the nominative process.

2. I understand that I will be afforded an opportunity to comment on any unfavorable

information obtained from this review if it will be considered in making a decision about my

suitability for assignment to a nominative position.

I. M. SAILOR

Exhibit D-1 Sample Consent to Review of Investigative Files

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E-1 Appendix E

APPENDIX E

SAMPLE COMMAND SENIOR ENLISTED LEADER ASSIGNMENT

PREFERENCE DATA SHEET

Guidance for Completing Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignment Preference Data Sheet

The CSEL Assignment Preference Data Sheet will be used by the CSEL Detailer and D-CSELMO to aid

in assigning you to the right billet to serve the Navy and utilize your skills, talent and experience to the

fullest. Your timely completion, frank responses, and concise input are critical in this process, however,

if you have any questions on how to proceed or desire clarification, contact the D-CSELMO via e-mail or

at 703-604-5434.

This form does NOT have to be completed by closed-loop CSELs.

For Geographic Location and Type Duty, in addition to completing the specific blocks, ensure you

indicate which is of greater importance to you. Is it Geographic Location or Type Duty that should be

the lead variable?

When listing Assignment Limitations, ensure that you also note the relevant reference (i.e. Military

couple – MILPERSMAN 1300-1000).

History of Assignments should begin at Basic Training, include “A” and long length “C” Schools,

through PCS Assignments, to your current billet. Be succinct. If your input is greater than two lines,

that is too much.

Education should be higher education and Navy professional development milestones. Do not list

“F” or “C” schools in this area. You may mention uncompleted degrees, but do not list individual

college courses taken nor GMTs, JKO courses or other online military courses of instruction.

The signature may be “wet” or electronic.

E-mail/Upload (guidance will be provided separately) your CSEL Assignment Preference Form at

least annually by 1 November. Download this form from the CSEL Enlisted Community Manager’s

web page. There is no maximum limit on how often this form may be updated during a calendar year.

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Exhibit E-1 Sample Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignment Preference Data Sheet

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APPENDIX F

SAMPLE NOMINATIVE LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

1. The Nominative Letter of Recommendation Form (NLOR) has replaced the legacy letter of

recommendation and will be completed by the reporting senior on all CMDCM/COBs meeting

the definition of “fully qualified” as described in Chapter 6 of this instruction with the exception

of those serving in Tier I or Tier II positions as listed in appendix B.

2. Prior to a CSEL becoming eligible for review at a NTMS, the D-CSELMO will contact the

member’s Reporting Senior, provide the NLOR with instructions on its completion, and present

the Reporting Senior with an expected completion and return by date. Should this date be

untenable, D-CSELMO will coordinate with the reporting senior on an acceptable date that will

ensure the NLOR is available for NTMS review and consideration.

3. Considerations and directions for completion include:

a. That the primary difference between the NLOR and the periodic evaluations is that this is

a direct communication from the reporting senior to the NTMS which will review, discuss and

then determine the best-qualified candidates for specific positions. The reporting senior’s frank

and candid observations regarding the CSEL’s ability to succeed and successfully support a

FO/GO is of paramount importance. This NLOR will be treated as close hold. It will only be

used in the slating process and should not require input from the CSEL CMC.

b. Ten areas for the Reporting Senior’s observations. If there is a “rating” block, indicate an

assessment of the CSEL’s potential to serve a FO/GO by utilizing the rating scale provided in the

lower left-hand corner of the NLOR.

c. Every block provided for comments should be utilized for expanding upon this rating.

Additionally, item “I – Weakness” will not be skipped or filled with a non-descriptor, i.e. “none

identified.” Although possibly challenging, item “I” will not be blank.

4. Once completed and signed, the NLOR will be submitted to the D-CSELMO.

5. The reporting senior’s input will not be discussed outside of the NTMS nor will it be briefed

to the CSEL in any manner or at any time in the future by members of the NTMS. The reporting

senior may elect to disclose the NLOR to the CSEL after submission as a coaching and

mentoring tool.

6. The D-CSELMO will maintain all records for a period of 3 years, transfer to Fleet Reserve or

retirement, whichever is greater, and then dispose of them in accordance with the Department of

the Navy Records Management Program.

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Exhibit F-1 Sample Nominative Letter of Recommendation

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APPENDIX G

SAMPLE COMMAND SENIOR ENLISTED LEADER ASSESSMENT

1. The CSEL Assessment will be completed on all CSELs serving an O-6 and below following

completion of 12 months’ time on station assigned as the CSEL. It will be completed by the

ISIC and submitted to the D-CSELMO during the 13th month of the CSEL’s current tour.

2. A reporting senior’s official evaluation of the CSEL through direct and continuous

observation remains paramount in all detailing considerations. However, the CSEL Assessment

provides amplifying information that may not be possible to capture in a performance evaluation,

forces a ranking of the CSEL against their peers, and increases opportunities for coaching and

mentorship of the CSEL by the ISIC.

3. Directions for completion:

(a) “Mission Readiness/Accomplishment” and “External Assessments” are left blank to

allow the ISIC to input those items unique to their specific community.

(b) The “Remarks” section should be used to amplify the ISIC’s assessment within a specific

category for clarity either to the NTMS/CSEL Detailer or during feedback sessions with the

CSEL being assessed.

(c) In the category of “Leadership,” the ISIC must assign a soft ranking of the CSEL against

their peers. It is understood that this ranking is done while commands are at different operational

cycles or periods of maintenance and may be expanded upon in the space provided for clarity.

(d) Once all categories are assessed, a point total is assigned for each and then totaled at the

bottom of the form. There are three tour recommendations that result from the point total.

(1) 90 – 130 points attained indicates that the CSEL has demonstrated the potential to

perform at a higher tiered position

(2) 70 - 89 points attained indicates that the CSEL has performed well at their current tier

level, but may require additional experience and coaching prior to assignment to the next higher

tiered position

(3) 69 and below points attained indicates that remediation should occur in the form of

intense coaching, mentorship, and guidance by the ISIC CSEL in conjunction with the CSEL

CDRE to ensure success at their present command.

4. Members shall receive a copy of the NLOR at the time it is signed. Members have the right

to submit a statement concerning their assessment, either at the time of the report or within 6

months thereafter. Such a statement must be endorsed by the original ISIC who completed the

assessment and forwarded to the D-CSELMO.

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5. Statements may be no more than two pages and may not have enclosures. Statements must

be temperate in tone and confined to pertinent facts. They may not include accusations or

countercharges, and may not question nor impugn the motives of the ISIC, ISIC CSEL or other

individuals. Statements may not contain a request to modify, remove, replace or investigate an

assessment.

a. Submission of Statement. Address the statement to the D-CSELMO via the ISIC who

submitted the original assessment. If unable to obtain the original reporting ISIC’s endorsement

after reasonable effort, submit the statement directly to the D-CSELMO with a cover letter

explaining why the endorsement could not be obtained.

b. Endorsement of Statement. The ISIC must endorse and forward any statement within 10

days, with a copy back to the member. The endorsement must be limited to one page. The ISIC

CSEL may not endorse a member’s statement. The reporting ISIC must ensure the statement

meets the requirements of this instruction prior to submission to the D-CSELMO.

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G-3 Appendix G

Exhibit G-1 Sample Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assessment