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FY27 Enlisted-to-CWO2 Recruiter Selection Board Open for Applications

MARADMIN 075/26·March 2, 2026·2 min read·Official source
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Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) has announced the FY27 board to select active-duty career recruiters for appointment to Chief Warrant Officer 2 (CWO2). This is a narrow program: only active-duty GySgts and above currently holding primary MOS 8412 are eligible. If that's you, the clock is running.

Bottom line: Applications are due to MCRC by 22 June 2026. Incomplete packages and "not recommended" endorsements will disqualify you, so start your chain-of-command routing now.

Who it affects

This board is exclusively for active-duty Marines who:

  • Hold primary MOS 8412 (career recruiter) at the grade of GySgt or above
  • Have completed a successful tour in a career recruiter billet
  • Will have between 8 and 20 years of active naval service as of 28 July 2026 (the board convening date)

Reserve Marines are not eligible for this board. Army or Air Force active-duty time does not count as naval service for the service window calculation.

What you need to do

If you meet the criteria above, here is the sequence to follow:

  1. Review your OMPF and Master Brief Sheet (MBS) in MOL now. Gaps, missing fitness reports, or unreadable documents must be corrected with Manpower Management Records and Performance Branch (MMRP) before the board receives your file.
  2. Pull your application package guidelines from https://www.mcrc.marines.mil/Marine-Officer/Officer-Naval-Enlisted-Applicants/. The tattoo screening form, security clearance verification letter template, and sample application are all there.
  3. Complete the Tattoo Screening Form and Statement of Understanding. If you have body markings, include color photos and written descriptions as required. Photos go in the application only, not the OMPF.
  4. Have your security manager complete a security clearance verification letter. Notify MCRC immediately if your clearance status changes at any point during the process.
  5. Route your package through your chain of command up to the first General Officer in your endorsing chain. Every level must endorse. A single "not recommended" from a senior endorser ends your eligibility.
  6. Upload the complete package via DoD Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) at https://www.safe.apps.mil/ and email it to warrantofficerboard@marines.usmc.mil. Hard copy submissions are case-by-case only.

Your package must include all endorsements. Packages missing endorsements will not be seen by the board. COs should not submit Marines who do not meet eligibility and do not have an approved waiver.

For questions on the 4810 occupational field and whether you qualify, contact the 4810 Occupational Field Sponsor:

CWO4 Norberto A. Vela Phone: (667) 893-0923 Email: norberto.vela@marines.usmc.mil

For general application questions, contact the POC:

Brent R. Reidenbach, MCRC Phone: (571) 559-4396 Email: brent.reidenbach@marines.usmc.mil

Key dates

  • 22 June 2026: Application deadline (complete package with all endorsements)
  • 28 July 2026: Board convenes (use this date to compute active naval service)
  • On or about 1 April 2027: Tentative appointment date for selectees

The official version

This is MARADMIN 075/26. The governing order for the WO and Limited Duty Officer (LDO) accession programs is MCO 1040.42B. MARADMIN 554/25 (Nov 2025) announced recent WO accession program updates and is incorporated by reference.

This is written by a reservist, for reservists. It is not an official publication of HQMC or MARFORRES. Always verify guidance with your command or unit S-1 before acting on any article or summary.

Resources & references

The documents this bulletin points to, with a plain-English note on why each matters. Links marked CAC required need a government login.

  • Warrant Officer and LDO Accession Programs order (MCO 1040.42B)Reference

    This is the primary governing order for the WO and LDO accession programs. This MARADMIN directs applicants to follow its guidelines when submitting their CWO2 Recruiter board applications.

  • WO Accession Program Updates (MARADMIN 554/25)MARADMIN

    This MARADMIN announced updates to the WO accession program. It is cited alongside the governing order as a basis for the eligibility and board requirements described here.

  • Military Occupational Specialties Manual (NAVMC 1200.1J)Reference

    This is the MOS Manual. It is cited as a basis for the Recruiting Officer selection board requirements and MOS-related eligibility criteria.

  • Marine Corps Individual Records Administration Manual (MCO P1070.12K w/Ch1)Reference

    This manual governs how individual Marine records are maintained. It is cited regarding which SRB pages have been replaced by MCTFS screens and how Unit Punishment Books are filed.

  • Performance Evaluation System order (MCO 1610.7A)Reference

    This order governs the Marine Corps performance evaluation system. It is cited as a basis for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of a Marine's official records submitted with their application.

  • Manual of the Medical Department Chapter 15 (NAVMED P117)Reference

    This is the Department of the Navy medical manual. It is listed as a reference governing medical-related requirements applicable to applicants for this board.

  • Marine Corps Tattoo Policy (MCBUL 1020)Reference

    This bulletin establishes the Marine Corps tattoo policy. It is listed as a reference that applicants and commanders must consider when evaluating eligibility and application completeness.

  • Official Photographs for Non-Promotion Selection Boards (MARADMIN 582/25)MARADMIN

    This MARADMIN announced updated requirements for official photographs submitted to non-promotion selection boards. Applicants to the FY27 CWO2 Recruiter board must comply with those photo requirements.

  • Classification Testing order (MCO 1230.5C)Reference

    This order governs classification testing for Marines. It is listed as a reference applicable to the eligibility and application requirements for this board.

  • Selective Retention Bonus and BSSRB Program order (MCO 7220.24P)Reference

    This order governs the Selective Retention Bonus and Broken Service Selective Retention Bonus programs. It is listed as a reference relevant to Marines applying for the CWO2 Recruiter program.

  • MCRC Application Guidelines and Sample Endorsements

    This document covers the enlisted-to-officer and warrant officer commissioning programs available to Reserve Marines, including RECP, MCP-R, and the E-WO Reserve program, along with eligibility requirements and application instructions for each. If you hold an undergraduate degree or significant college credits and want a path to commissioning or a warrant officer billet, this is where to start.

  • DoD SAFE (Secure Access File Exchange)

    This is the official portal for securely uploading and submitting completed applications to the board. All Marines are required to submit their application packages through this system.

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