Selecting the Right Marines for Recruiting Duty: The Important Role of the Commander

Abstract

The persistent stress and isolation unique to recruiting duty demands that we select only well-screened, stable, professional Marines for this arduous, independent assignment. There are numerous steps and participants in the process of screening and selecting Marines for assignment to recruiting duty; however, the most critical participant is the commanding officer. The commander's personal involvement, leveraged with a thorough knowledge of and engagement with his or her Marines, is crucial to a successful screening process. Inefficiencies abound, and they exist at every step in the screening and selection process. However, no single participant or stakeholder has access to more information or is more directly involved in the process than the commander.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 05, 2012
Accession Number
ADA600539

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  • John G. Randolph

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  • Marine Corps University

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