Career Planning
A Marine career planner is a dedicated subject matter expert who plays a pivotal role in advising Marines and commanders on career development, enlisted retention and various opportunities. Their responsibilities encompass several key areas:
Enlisted Retention: Managing the retention of both first-term and subsequent-term Marines, ensuring that talented individuals remain within the Corps.
Career Development: Guiding Marines through their professional journeys, including counseling on promotion boards, tracking career progress and assisting with applications for officer programs. This comprehensive support helps Marines achieve their career goals and advance within the service.
Reenlistment: Efficiently processing reenlistment documents, such as DD Form 4, and completing other necessary forms related to career planning. This ensures that Marines can seamlessly continue their service and pursue new opportunities.
Screening: Conducting thorough screenings for special duty assignments, such as recruiting, drill instructor, and combat instructor roles. This process helps identify the most suitable candidates for these critical positions, ensuring the continued excellence and effectiveness of the Marine Corps.
The Marine career planner is an invaluable resource, providing expert guidance and support to help Marines navigate their careers and reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Blount Island Command career planners Staff Sgt. David Huckabone at david.huckabone@usmc.mil (904-696-5448) and Sgt. Dylan Burge at dylan.burge@usmc.mil (904-696-5235).