Manpower & Reserve Affairs, Marines

10/29/2026

Total Force Integrator MOS Selection Board: Application window is open.

The application questionnaire for the FY27 Total Force Integrator MOS Selection Board is open and closes Nov. 12, 2026.

Active Reserve officers and enlisted Marines interested in Total Force Integration opportunities are encouraged to apply for the selection board which begins Dec. 1, 2026.

📌The TFI MOS specialty is now a primary MOS for Active Reserve Marines with the ranks of gunnery sergeant, master sergeant and master gunnery sergeant.

📌For more information see MARADMIN 483/26.

U.S. Marine Corps video edited by Lance Cpl. Amee Artiga and graphics by Lance Cpl. Daniel Ruizdelgado

Marine Forces Reserve

10/21/2026

🚨Update: Oct. 27, 2026🚨
The reserve officer board webinar date has moved from Oct. 9, 2026 to Dec. 8, 2026.

Reminder for next week’s Marine Corps reserve officer board webinar.

On October 29, the Career Management Team will discuss recent selection trends, common characteristics among selected packages, and lessons Marines can apply to future board preparation.

Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming board or planning for a future opportunity, this session will offer insight to help you identify areas to strengthen and approach your next board with a more informed strategy.

Date: October 29, 2026
Time: 1900 EDT
Join the session: https://bit.ly/46GKyAG

For more information, contact the Career Management Team at [email protected].

Semper Fidelis.

Marine Forces Reserve

10/14/2026

⏰Reminder⏰

Marines who are considering a second or subsequent reenlistment, who have a End of Current Contract between 1 October 2026 and 30 September 2027, have until 31 October 2026 to submit their FY27 reenlistment package.

Marines interested in continuing their service through STAP should contact their career counselor as soon as possible to discuss eligibility and application requirements.

U.S. Marine Corps 📹 edited by Lance Cpl. Amee Artiga

U.S. Marine Corps video highlights the Fiscal Year 2027 Subsequent Term Alignment Plan application submission deadline on Oct. 31, 2026, created at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 9, 2026. STAP Marines interested in continuing their service should contact their unit career counselor as so...

10/13/2026

FY26 Reserve enlisted boards are complete.

Join us Oct. 20, 2026 for an overview of board trends, selection patterns, and preparation considerations for future opportunities.

Here’s what you can expect to take away from the session:
✔Recent selection trends
✔Common strengths reflected in selected packages
✔Patterns observed across competitive packages
✔Lessons Marines can apply following a non-selection
✔Actions to consider now when preparing your next package

Understanding these trends can help you identify areas to strengthen and approach your next board opportunity with a more informed strategy.

Time: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 | 7 p.m. EDT

Join the information session: https://bit.ly/4h97P2R
Meeting ID: 993 910 809 502
Passcode: qp6nF75t

For more information, contact the Career Management Team:
[email protected]

Semper Fidelis.

10/06/2026

FY27 Funded Law Education Program and Unfunded Law Education Program applications are now open!
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These programs provide eligible active duty Marine officers an opportunity to attend accredited law schools and serve as Marine Corps judge advocates.​

Important Upcoming Dates:​

👉 Application deadline, including LSAT score: October 23, 2026​
👉Selection board convenes: November 4, 2026​
👉Law school acceptance deadline: April 1, 2027​

Applicants should review MARADMIN 441/26 for eligibility requirements, application package requirements, law school selection criteria and associated service obligations.​

U.S. Marine Corps 📸 by Lance Cpl. Daniel Y. Ruizdelgado​

10/02/2026

What can recent Marine Corps Reserve officer board trends reveal about building a competitive package?

Join us for a closer look at Marine Corps Reserve officer board trends.

We’ll break down what recent boards told us about:
✔ Selection trends
✔ Common characteristics among selection packages
✔ Patterns in competitive packages
✔ What was emphasized
✔ Lessons officers can take into their next board preparation

Understanding the patterns can help you identify where to focus, what to strengthen and how to approach your next opportunity with a more informed strategy.

Time: October 29, 2026, 1900 EDT

Join the info session: https://bit.ly/46GKyAG
Meeting ID: 993 852 565 54
Passcode: H5H8jS7X

Contact the Career Management Team now for more info!

Email: [email protected]

Semper Fidelis.

09/21/2026

What did this year’s Reserve enlisted boards really look for?

Join us on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, for an inside look at this year’s board trends, selection patterns and lessons learned to prepare for your next selection opportunity.

Join the info session 👉 https://bit.ly/4h97P2R
Meeting ID: 993 910 809 502
Passcode: qp6nF75t

Time: October 20, 2026 at 1900 EDT

Contact the Career Management Team now for more info!
Email: [email protected]

Semper Fidelis.

Marine Forces Reserve

09/15/2026

Continue your service. Explore your SMCR bonus opportunity.​

The SMCR Retention and Affiliation Bonus Program offers eligible Marines incentives to continue serving in the SMCR. ​

Eligible Marines may qualify for bonuses of:
✔$25K–$30K for a 36-month service commitment
✔$10K for a 24-month service commitment
✔$5K for a 12-month service commitment

Contact your career counselor for eligibility screening, submission guidance, and incentive counseling. Review MARADMIN 377/26 for more information.​

U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Daniel Y. Ruizdelgado​

09/12/2026

II MEF hosts town hall with Manpower and Reserve Affairs

Lt. Gen. William J. Bowers, deputy commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Lt. Gen. Robert C. Fulford, commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, and Sgt. Maj. Reiff, sergeant major of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, engaged II MEF leaders during a town hall at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Sept. 10, 2026.

The engagement was held to provide Marine Corps command teams with an overview of M&RA’s current initiatives and priorities, including recruiting and retention, Marine Corps Total Fitness, and the way ahead, while fostering dialogue and shared understanding across the force.

U.S. Marine Corps 📸 by Cpl. Sabine Wilson

09/01/2026

Officers on the east coast, the roadshow is coming to you.

Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with monitors, ask questions and get the information you need to plan your next move.

For updates, schedules and event details visit the MMOA Roadshow page: https://www.manpower.marines.mil/Divisions/Manpower-Management/Officer-Assignments/MMOA-Roadshow/

(U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Daniel Y. Ruizdelgado)

Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point MCAS Beaufort SC