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MyNavy Assignment Latest Release Brings More Transparency to Rate Conversion Applications

Millington, tn, united states, story by petty officer 2nd class jared catlett  , navy personnel command.

MILLINGTON, TENN. – Sailors interested in rate conversions may now see the availability of positions prior to applying. This is a new feature of the latest MyNavy Assignment (MNA) release, launched Dec. 3, 2021. Sailors can now determine their potential fit in a rate conversion depending on the available positions advertised in MNA for Sailor application. Previously Sailors had to apply without knowing the positions available, but they can now shop for positions and see the availability of both in-rate and out-of-rate jobs. Most conversion requests will be initiated, reviewed, and adjudicated within MNA. If quotas out of the Sailor’s current rate are not available, Sailors will not normally be able to submit conversion applications. Once signed into MNA homepage Sailors can access both their personal information and the “My Conversion Opportunities” page where the new capabilities can be found. It is important to note that job conversion opportunities are filtered based on a Sailor’s year group and personal information. Sailors should always verify that their year group and personal information are correct. Direct Conversion Requests are another option that allow Sailors outside their order negotiation window to apply for a job with a different rating. Enlisted Community Managers (ECMs) have the ability to set a “black out” time, also called a Direct Conversion Threshold, prior to a Sailor entering their order negotiation window. The Conversion Threshold prevents Sailors from making a Direct Conversion request in that time frame. For example, a six month “black out” period means that Sailors 18-13 months from their projected rotation date would be prohibited from making Direct Conversion Requests. Sailors inside their MNA negotiation window can request conversion by applying to a rating for which they qualify, assuming that both their current rating has Out-Quotas and the rating they are interested in converting to has In-Quotas. Out-Quotas are the number of Sailors allowed to convert out of a rating for a Sailor’s year group via a normal conversion application. If the Out-Quota is 0, the conversion request will normally be rejected. Out-Quotas are defined by rating, pay grade, year group, and service component. ECMs may also choose to define Out-Quotas by Naval Enlisted Classification (NEC). Sailors can navigate the “Conversion Ratings With In-Quotas” pane to see all available jobs in order of a Sailor’s level of qualifications, which is indicated by a Sailor’s Rating Identification Engine (RIDE)/Job Opportunities In the Navy (JOIN) score. General job searches can also be conducted by clicking the “In Opportunities Job Search” button which will then open a window that shows all convert-in available jobs. Sailors can filter and search jobs at will based on various criteria. By clicking a specific rating, Sailors can get more information on jobs available within a specific rating. Sailors complete a job search for a rating by clicking the Job Search button on the Rank pop-up. The pop-up will also display the RIDE/JOIN scores supplied by CWAY. It is extremely important that Sailors make sure that their CWAY information is up to date. Without up-to-date information, a Sailor’s RIDE/ JOIN scores will be incorrect. There is also a “Conversion Ratings with No Available Quotas” pane that Sailors may view and apply for ratings with no In-Quotas, but applications will likely be rejected. Sailors will be able to submit conversion applications during application phase. The next application phase begins Dec. 23, 2021. For more information regarding the MyNavy Assignment latest release please visit: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Detailing/MyNavy-Assignment/ https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Career-Counseling/C-WAY/

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DETAILING MARKETPLACE ASSIGNMENT POLICY (DMAP) - NAVADMIN 280/21

By Tony December 9, 2021 in Navy Relocation Assistance, Detailing, PCS Orders & Assignments

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UNCLASSIFIED//  ROUTINE  R 091538Z DEC 21 MID600051300930U  FM CNO WASHINGTON DC  TO NAVADMIN  INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC  BT  UNCLAS    NAVADMIN 280/21    PASS TO OFFICE CODES:  FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1//  INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1//  MSGID/GENADMIN/ CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/DEC//    SUBJ/DETAILING MARKETPLACE ASSIGNMENT POLICY (DMAP)//    REF/A/ MSG / CNO WASHINGTON DC/230112ZAUG08//  REF/B/ MSG / CNO WASHINGTON DC/022009ZDEC19//  REF/C/ MSG / CNO WASHINGTON DC/101615ZDEC15//  REF/D/ MSG / CNO WASHINGTON DC/151503ZJUL19//    NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 234/08, SEA SHORE FLOW ENLISTED CAREER PATHS.  REF B IS NAVADMIN 274/19, SEA SHORE FLOW ENLISTED CAREER PATHS UPDATE.    REF C IS NAVADMIN 284/15, SEA SHORE FLOW ENLISTED CAREER PATHS UPDATES FOR  NUCLEAR TRAINED ENLISTED PERSONNEL.    REF D IS NAVADMIN 157/19, SEA SHORE FLOW ENLISTED CAREER PATHS UPDATE FOR  NUCLEAR TRAINED JUNIOR STAFF INSTRUCTORS.//    RMKS/1.  Overview.  This NAVADMIN announces implementation of Detailing  Marketplace Assignment Policy (DMAP) Phase I for four enlisted ratings on 1  March 2022.  Future DMAP Phases, encompassing additional enlisted ratings,  will be announced in subsequent NAVADMINs.  In order to reduce gaps at sea  and address Sailors desires for more options and flexibility, DMAP will  expand Sailor options beyond the sea shore flow enlisted career paths  promulgated in reference (a) and most recently updated in reference  (b).  Under DMAP, Sailors in most ratings will continue to follow a  traditional sea shore rotation, but in many cases will have new incentives to  remain at sea.  Sailors in sea-intensive ratings will be offered increased  monetary incentives and new non-monetary incentives to serve a 3-year follow- on journeyman (E-5) sea duty tour immediately after an initial 4-year  apprentice (E-4 and below) sea duty tour (DMAP 4+3).  Included in this, DMAP  will provide early advancement opportunities for many E-4 Sailors who possess  the requisite proficiency and experience.  This DMAP 4+3 sea tour option can  be served at the same or different commands, to best maximize value to  Sailors and the Fleet.  DMAP Phase I will commence 1 March 2022 and includes  all Active Component Sailors in the following four sea-intensive ratings:              ABF(A102)          GSM(B122)            ABH(A103)          CS(B650)    Note:  Sailors on sea duty in these Phase I ratings with projected rotation  dates (PRD) on or before 1 March 2023 may opt-out of DMAP for their upcoming  assignment process and enter the legacy sea shore flow marketplace.  In order  to opt-out, the Sailors detailer must receive an Electronic Personnel Action  Request (NAVPERS 1306/7) from the Sailor, via their command, no later than 1  March 2022.    2.  Driving factors.  For the last 50 years, the Navy has maintained a five  year maximum time on sea duty.  However, this limit causes gaps in our sea- intensive ratings, primarily at the apprentice and journeyman levels.  These  policy induced gaps have the negative impact of amplifying the already  arduous nature of sea duty.  Under-manning at sea impacts the implementation  of circadian rhythm watch bills, affects the number of in port duty sections,  contributes to degraded materiel readiness, limits time to train and reduces  opportunities for leave and liberty.  DMAP will improve Fleet manning by  eliminating the maximum sea duty tour length constraint and redistributing  Sailors, at the apprentice to journeyman flow point (i.e., E-4 to E-5), to  where they are needed most.  This will require increased vigilance by  commands and shipmates to ensure the health and welfare of our Sailors remain  a top priority.  In addition to improved manning, Sailor resiliency remains a  force multiplier and should not be neglected.    3.  Incentives.  Sailors in any of the four DMAP Phase I ratings listed above  can take advantage of the following incentives by applying for and being  assigned to a follow-on 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea tour upon completion of  an initial 4-year apprentice (E-4 and below) sea tour.      a.  Advance-to-Position (A2P).  E-4 Sailors who have served a minimum of  three years on sea duty as an apprentice (E-4 and below) and are eligible for  advancement to E-5 (i.e., E-4s who have passed the most recent Navy-wide  advancement exam but have not advanced (PNAed) to E-5) can apply for E-5 sea  duty in MyNavy Assignment (MNA).  If selected, Sailors will permanently  advance to E-5 upon reporting to the E-5 position, which will occur after  approximately four years in their initial apprentice sea duty  assignment.  Sailors must obligate to sufficient service through extension or  reenlistment to complete the full 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea tour and  associated training pipeline.  Any Sailor with a soft end of active obligated  service (SEAOS) date that already matches or exceeds the duration of the 3- year journeyman (E-5) tour is not required to incur additional service.      b.  Detailing Marketplace Incentive Pay (DMIP).  Sailors who execute the  DMAP 4+3 sea duty option will earn a monthly incentive pay for the entire 3- year journeyman (E-5) sea tour.  DMIP rates will vary depending on location  and type of sea duty.  Initial DMIP rates will range between 200 dollars and  800 dollars per month. That means a Sailor who is earning the average DMIP  rate of 500 dollars per month would receive 18,000 dollars in additional  incentive pay over the 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea tour.  That is on top of  the 21,300 dollars in career sea pay (CSP) and sea pay premium (SPP) for  Sailors assigned to ships company for their 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea  tour.  In total, a Sailor who executes the DMAP 4+3 sea tour option could  earn an extra 39,300 dollars (or more) in DMIP, CSP and SPP.      c.  Command Advance-to-Position (CA2P).  Similar to A2P, CA2P allows  commanding officers to retain their top performing E-4 Sailors who are  eligible for advancement to E-5 PNAed by permanently advancing them to E-5 to  fill a vacant, or projected to become vacant, E-5 position within their  command before entering MNA. Sailors will advance to E-5 upon filling the E-5  position and must obligate to sufficient service through extension or  reenlistment to complete a minimum of seven years at the command (a 3-year  journeyman (E-5) sea tour following a 4-year apprentice (E-4 and below) sea  tour) in addition to any associated training required to transition from  apprentice to journeyman.  In cases where CA2P results in advancement to E-5  prior to the 4-year point, Sailors will receive DMIP throughout the last  three years of their journeyman (E-5) tour.  Any Sailor with a SEAOS date  that already matches or exceeds the duration of the 3-year journeyman (E-5)  tour is not required to incur additional service.  Effective 1 March  2022, CA2P replaces the Meritorious Advancement Program (MAP) for E-4  advancement to E-5 in the four DMAP Phase I ratings and will only be  available to afloat commands.  CA2P provides Sailors additional opportunity  to remain in the same geographic location.      d.  Continuous Sea Duty Credit (CSDC).  All DMAP Sailors earn CSDC while  serving on sea duty.  CSDC will be earned at the rate of one credit per month  served on sea duty (i.e., Type 2, 3 or 4 unit). Sailors with the most CSDC  get priority consideration in the assignment selection  process.  Specifically, CSDC will be used in the assignment process to assign  highly sought after positions (e.g., positions that allow Sailors to remain  in the same geographic location) to the qualified Sailor with the most  CSDC.  While CSDC does not guarantee an assignment in a geographic location,  it gives Sailors who complete back-to-back sea tours top priority for shore  duty assignments of their choice over Sailors who serve less time on  continuous sea duty.  The CSDC counter resets to zero upon assignment to  shore duty.    4.  Full Policy Statement.  The following applies to Sailors in the four DMAP  Phase I ratings who are currently on their first sea tour or in initial  training prior to their first sea tour:      a.  Naval Education and Training Command (as the MyNavy HR Force  Development Lead) will assign Sailors to their first apprentice (E-4 and  below) tour upon completion of their initial training (no change from the  current process).      b.  The PRD for each Sailors apprentice (E-4 and below) sea tour will be  set to coincide with the Sailors SEAOS date.          (1) Apprentice Sailors assigned for an overseas assignment will have  their PRD set in line with Department of Defense ( DoD ) requirements.          (2) Apprentice Sailors assigned to shore duty for their first  assignment will have their PRD set to a 24-month tour.      c.  E-5 Sailors.  Sailors who have already advanced to E-5 and have  completed three years on initial sea duty (i.e., type 2, 3 or 4) may enter  MNA (see para 4.f below) to apply for a journeyman (E-5) assignment which  would begin after approximately four years on initial sea duty.          (1) The E-5 assignment will be three years and can be on sea or shore  duty.          (2) SEAOS date must match or exceed the duration of the full follow- on 3-year tour.  This may be accomplished through reenlistment or extension  as appropriate.          (3) Sailors who are assigned to a follow-on 3-year sea duty  assignment will be paid DMIP for the full three years from the date of  arrival.          (4) Sailors who continue on sea duty will also continue to accrue  CSDC which will give them priority for their follow-on shore duty assignment.          (5) Sailors who do not select an E-5 sea or shore duty assignment  after three MNA cycles will remain at their current command and reenter MNA  12 months prior to their PRD.      d.  E-5 eligible Sailors.  Sailors who have passed the most recent E-5  exam, are eligible for advancement to E-5 (not advanced) and have served  three years on initial sea duty may enter MNA (see para 4.f below) to apply  for a 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea duty assignment under the A2P program or  apprentice (E-4) shore duty assignment if not already selected for  CA2P.  This 3-year follow-on tour would begin after approximately 4 years on  initial sea duty.          (1) If selected for A2P or CA2P, the Sailor will permanently advance  to E-5 upon filling the position.          (2) SEAOS date must match or exceed the duration of the full 3-year  tour.  This may be accomplished through reenlistment or extension as  appropriate.          (3) Sailors who are assigned to a follow-on 3-year sea duty  assignment will be paid DMIP for the full three years from the date of  arrival.  In cases where CA2P results in advancement to E-5 prior to the   4-year point, Sailors will receive DMIP throughout the last three years of  their journeyman (E-5) tour.          (4) Sailors who continue on sea duty will also continue to accrue  CSDC which will give them priority over equally qualified Sailors with less  CSDC for their follow-on shore duty assignment.          (5) Sailors who do not select an assignment after three MNA cycles  will remain at their current command and reenter MNA 12 months prior to their  PRD.      e.  E-4 and below Sailors.  Sailors who are not eligible to advance to   E-5 will continue in their current assignment until their PRD/end of active  obligated service.          (1) Twelve months prior to their PRD, Sailors who reenlist may enter  MNA and apply for a new sea duty assignment at their current paygrade.          (2) Sailors who advance to E-5 after the normal DMAP MNA window, but  prior to their PRD may enter MNA (see para 4.f below) upon advancement to  apply for a 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea or shore duty assignment in line with  para 4.c. above.          (3) Sailors who become eligible to advance to E-5 by passing the most  recent E-5 exam after the normal DMAP MNA window, but prior to their PRD may  enter MNA (see para 4.f below) to apply for a 3-year journeyman (E-5) sea  duty assignment and advance via A2P or apprentice (E-4) shore duty assignment  if not already selected for CA2P in line with para 4.d. above.      f.  Individual commands will be required to submit a NAVPERS 1306/7 to  identify Sailors eligible to enter the DMAP MNA marketplace prior to their  normal order negotiation window.  Upon receipt, PRDs will be adjusted to  allow the Sailor to negotiate for orders over a normal 12-month cycle.  This  is a critical enabler of the DMAP process requiring consistent command  engagement to ensure every eligible Sailor has the opportunity to make  informed career decisions.      g.  Subsequent sea and shore duty assignments will be executed within  MNA.  Sailors will enter MNA to apply for a new assignment 12 months prior to  their PRD.  PRDs will be set based on tour lengths promulgated in reference  (b).      h.  DMAP success is predicated on the Navy committing to Sailors who  commit to the Navy.  When a Sailor accepts a DMAP 4+3 sea tour, it is  understood that they will do so for very specific personal and professional  reasons that will frequently result in a very specific set of acceptable  location, platform and even leadership team choices.  As such, DMAP 4+3 tours  will be some of the highest priority assignments in our Navy.    5.  Supplemental Information.  Additional information along with the most  recent sea and shore duty tour lengths for each rating can be found on MyNavy  Portal at https://my.navy.mil/.   6.  Exceptions.  Exceptions to policy such as unaccompanied overseas tours,  limited duty, pregnancy, humanitarian tour assignments, spouse colocation,  mil-to-mil and others will continue per the cognizant Military Personnel  Manual or Distribution Guidance Memorandum.  Nuclear trained enlisted  personnel should continue to refer to references (c) and (d) for career path  information.    7.  Summary.  DMAP intends to improve Fleet manning by rewarding Sailors in  sea-intensive ratings who stay Navy and stay on sea duty longer than the  current five year maximum.  Under DMAP, Sailors can earn additional monetary  incentives, non-monetary incentives and opportunities to advance to E-5 in  return for serving a DMAP 4+3 sea tour.  DMAP Phase I represents the first  step toward a truly dynamic, Sailor focused Detailing Marketplace that will  improve Fleet readiness and enrich Sailors careers.  Lessons learned from  DMAP Phase I will inform subsequent phases and the expansion of Detailing  Marketplace incentive options to Sailors in additional ratings.    8.  Points of Contact      a.  For specific rate/rating/Navy Enlisted Classification questions and  concerns, Sailors should contact their respective community manager or  detailer.      b.  For general career information, including questions about DMIP, A2P  or CA2P, contact MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) contact center at 833-330-MNCC  (6622) or askmncc(at)navy.mil.      c.  For Detailing Marketplace Assignment Policy (DMAP) questions contact  Mr. Craig Schauppner, OPNAV N13M2X, 571-236-7897 or via e-mail at  craig.t.schauppner.civ(at)us.navy.mil.    9.  This message will remain in effect until superseded or canceled.    10.  Released by Vice Admiral John B. 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Navy Announces the New Detailing Marketplace Assignment Policy 09 December 2021 From MC1 Mark D. Faram, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs.

The Navy will offer a wide range of incentives to Sailors as an enticement to stay at sea in critical operational billets. The key in this change is a new Detailing Marketplace Assignment Policy (DMAP), which will replace the existing Sea Shore Flow policy. Announced in NAVADMIN 280/21 on Dec. 9, the policy officially kicks off March 1, 2022. For Sailors in the most sea intensive ratings, opportunities include a new incentive pay, advancements, and future shore duty priority in exchange for spending more time on sea duty. Those in ratings that are not in the first phase of DMAP will still see non-monetary incentives, such as new credits for staying at sea.

“In order to reduce gaps at sea and address Sailors’ desires for more options and flexibility, DMAP will expand Sailor options beyond the Sea Shore Flow Enlisted Career Paths,” wrote Vice Adm. John. B. Nowell, Jr. chief of naval personnel in the message.

“DMAP intends to improve Fleet manning by rewarding Sailors in sea-intensive ratings who stay Navy and stay on sea duty longer than the current five-year maximum.”

For most of the last 50-years, the Navy has held the line on sea tour lengths, allowing no more than five years at a stretch, in even the most sea-intensive ratings. The reality is those tours needed to be longer, even closer to seven years in many ratings, for proper at-sea manning.

The result has been gapped billets and undermanned crews as Sailors are rotated ashore, adding to the arduous nature of sea duty by asking more of fewer Sailors. 

This under manning hinders the service’s ability to implement quality of life improvements such as circadian rhythm watch bills and more in-port duty sections that would increase opportunities for leave and liberty and improve Fleet readiness.

Phase 1 starts March 1 with four ratings: Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels), Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Aircraft (Handling), Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) and Culinary Specialist.

The remaining 12 sea-intensive ratings will be gradually phased in to DMAP along with the rest of the enlisted ratings as the policy matures.

These changes are the result of a multi-year effort consisting of focus groups and surveys with Sailors from around the fleet. Based on Sailor feedback, career options and incentives for Sailors in sea-intensive ratings will expand both during and after completing four years on their first sea tour as an Apprentice (E4 and below). At this point, incentives will be offered to serve a follow-on, three-year sea tour at the Journeyman (E5) level. This is called the DMAP 4+3 Sea Tour Option.

After completing the initial four years, the incentives kick in to reward Sailors who commit to the Navy for the follow-on three year sea tour. Here’s a look at the incentives on the table.

Advance-to-Position (A2P) gives E4 Sailors eligible for E5 the chance to apply for an E5 sea duty assignment in the detailing market place, and if selected, be permanently advanced to that paygrade once in the job. Sailors must have passed their most recent Navy Wide Advancement Exam but have not yet been selected for advancement. They must also extend or reenlist to meet the three-year tour length.

Command Advance-to-Position (CA2P) allows Commanding Officers to retain top-performing, advancement-eligible E4 Sailors who have not yet entered the detailing marketplace by permanently advancing them to E5 to fill a vacant, or projected to become vacant, E5 billet at their current command. 

These Sailors advance to E5 upon filling the E5 position at their current command. Similar to A2P, Sailors must have enough obligate service to complete a total of seven years at their command, including any training pipelines. If necessary, they must extend or reenlist to fill the billet. This is a great option for Sailors looking for geolocation stability.

Starting March 1, 2022, CA2P replaces MAP for the four Phase I ratings at the E4 to E5 advancement point and will only be available at afloat commands.

Detailing Marketplace Incentive Pay (DMIP) is an extra monthly payment for Sailors who take the 4+3 sea duty option, which they will receive for the entire three-year Journeyman sea tour. Initial DMIP rates will be between $200 and $800 per month, depending on location and type of sea duty. 

All sailors on sea duty will now earn what’s called Continuous Sea Duty Credits (CSDC). A Sailor starts accruing credits when reporting to sea duty and the counter is reset each time a Sailor reports to shore duty. These credits come into play when negotiating shore duty orders. Those with the most credits will get priority consideration in the assignment process giving them an edge when competing for highly sought-after positions. When two equally qualified sailors are competing for a position, these sea duty credits will serve as the tiebreaker.

“DMAP Phase I represents the first step towards a truly dynamic, Sailor-focused Detailing Marketplace that will improve Fleet readiness and enrich Sailors’ careers,” Nowell wrote. 

“Lessons learned from DMAP Phase I will inform subsequent phases and the expansion of Detailing Marketplace incentive options to Sailors in additional ratings.”

More details, including points of contact, are available in the NAVADMIN.

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If you are considering joining the military (any branch) start your research and education long before you step foot into the recruiter's office. Your education into the Navy should not begin with the recruiter telling you what you should do in the Navy.  You should have a good understanding of what job (rating) you want to apply for - perhaps your top three to be honest. Too many people make a major recruiting mistake by not doing their due diligence into the opportunities available with military service. Do yourself a favor and start now. Start with this article followed by the official websites and forum groups of the service and the job you are seeking. Your experience will be much better if you know where you want to be placed versus getting placed where the Navy needs you the most. 

There are many rules and regulations surrounding job assignments in the Navy . In general, sailors are assigned to ships or submarines (sea duty) for three years, and shore duty for three years. That doesn't mean that sailors will spend their entire three-year deployment at sea, since ships and submarines spend a large amount of time docked in their home ports. Though expect about half your time deployed or out to sea training to deploy. See the world - join the Navy!

Here are some of the most frequently-asked questions about Navy assignments. 

Q: How likely is it that I will be able to get an extension while on shore duty? 

A: These decisions are made by detailers, who are in charge of all assignments for a given job community and rate range. Although the detailer makes every effort to approve personal requests, requests to extend beyond the normal shore duty length are not usually approved, since it would potentially require adjusting another sailor's sea tour due to fleet requirements. 

Q: Can I go to a specific location for my shore duty if I want to be near home?

A: Very limited opportunity exists for shore duty outside of the normal fleet-concentrated areas. The availability of billets, the priority of those billets and a sailor's career path will be the primary deciding factors of their next assignment. However, there are recruiting duty opportunities in every state. If you want to get home or near home, it may require a recruiting duty shore tour unless you are from a place that has a major military base. 

Q: Can I go to C school en route to my next command?

A: All Navy enlisted jobs (ratings) have an A school, where sailors learn fundamental skills, and a C school, which involves advanced training for that job.

Most C school quotas are utilized to fill Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) requirements of a command's billet file. If there is a valid requirement for a new NEC and if a school quota is open in the proper transfer window then a C school may be considered en route to the next command.

Q: When should I expect to get my orders?

A: Each detailer writes orders as soon as possible near the six-month window, so only a sailor's specific detailer can answer this. Most orders are in the sailor's hand within three weeks of being released by the detailer.

Q: When is the best time to call for orders?

A: Call on the first requisition cycle after you come into the nine-month detailing window. When you call early you have the maximum chance of getting your choice of assignment. 

Q: Why are there six type duty codes but only five actual types of duty?

A: The former Type 5 was neutral duty, which did not count toward sea or shore duty. Neutral duty was eliminated by the Navy in 2000. 

Q: What are the different types of duty?

A: Here's a list of the different duty types,  from the Navy website :

• Type 1: Contiguous United States (CONUS) shore duty
• Type 2 CONUS sea duty
• Type 3 Overseas shore (sea duty for rotational purposes)
• Type 4 Overseas sea duty
• Type 5: Overseas shore duty

Q: How do I get considered for a Special Duty Program assignment?

A: Each rating detailer provides personnel to the special duty programs. There are parameters that must be followed by each rate/rating for each assignment. Discuss the special programs options with your detailer when you are negotiating your next assignment.

Spouse Co-Location Questions

Q: I just married or am going to marry a military spouse. Will we be able to be stationed together?

A: The Enlisted Transfer Manual (Art. 3.21) states that every effort will be made to allow military couples to move together whenever possible in the same manner as non-military couples. Both military members must submit an official co-location assignment request.

Q: When should a sailor submit spouse co-location requests?

A: Submit these requests 12 months prior to your PRDs. This allows detailers the maximum amount of time to work on your request. Attaching a copy of your spouse's approved request to yours  can help speed the process along. But remember, spouse co-location is not guaranteed. 

Q: I was just advanced in rate. Does my tour length change to match my new pay grade?

A: Projected rotation dates (PRDs) are set for the pay grade you were when the orders were issued. They are not adjusted due to advancements or reductions in rate. 

Q: My detailer told me I was posted, what does that mean?

A: This means you have been placed on a requisition to hold that billet for you. It does not mean that orders have been issued. Once a billet has a posting next to it, others who may also want that billet are turned away. 

Q: What is a MAT?

A: MAT stands for minimum activity tour. This is the minimum tour length you have to complete before you can be transferred. Most commands have a 24-month minimum activity tour. This assures each command gets stability from your assignment.  Most sailors considering a lateral transfer into another rating are required to stay at their current command for the MAT time. 

Typically, most jobs in the Navy have a general pipeline of training and the type of commands that are available to any one's career. However, deviating from the general pipeline is possible and must fill a need or requirement for special programs, advanced education, or other special circumstances. If you can learn how the system works, you can make it work for you. 

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