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NAVMC 1200.1Gflexibility, the Manual will be reviewed and revised regularly, usuallyannually as outlined in reference (cc). Organization of the Manual anddetermination of the MOS codes to be assigned rests with the DeputyCommandant for Combat Development and Integration as published in thisManual.1.Generala. The Marine Corps Occupational System uses a four-digit number codeconstructed on the concept that occupations with similar skill, knowledge, orfunctional application requirements are grouped into functional areas, knownas occupational fields (OccFlds), and skill-knowledge sets, known as MilitaryOccupational Specialties (MOSs). This provides for management of efficientand effective classification, assignment, and utilization of Marine Corpspersonnel. The Occupational System identifies Marine Corps personnel,duties, skill-knowledge attributes, and requirements within the specificfunctional areas.b. OccFlds are identified by the first two digits of the four-digit codeand a descriptive title. The OccFld is a grouping of related MOSs. Criteriato be considered in establishment of an OccFld include the total number ofMarines in the OccFld, the number of MOSs (diversity), unity of functionalmanagement, and training requirements.c. The MOS is a four-digit code consisting of the OccFld code completedby two additional digits. It describes a set of related duties and tasksthat extend over one or more grades required by units of the Operating Forcesand Supporting Establishment.(1) The MOS is used to identify skill-knowledge requirements ofbillets in T/Os, to assign Marines with capabilities appropriate to requiredbillets, and to manage the force.(2) Criteria to be considered in establishment and type (seeglossary, table 0-1) of an MOS include the number of Marines required in thespecialty, deployment rotation base, training requirements, specialtyrequirements/prerequisites, career potential, and ability and need formanpower management.d. MOSs will not be created without corresponding requirementsof organization. Requests for MOSs to keep track of skills withoutrequirements are referred to other manpower and personnel inventorymanagement systems. MOSs will not be maintained in the Manual whenmanpower inventory levels indicate it is no longer in use or neededthe force.2.in tablesvalid T/Otheto manageCertificationa. MOSs are awarded when performance based criteria have been met as setforth in the applicable Training and Readiness (T&R) Manuals. The simulatedenvironment of a formal school and the actual work environment on the job areboth suitable for entry-level performance evaluation under controlledevaluations by competent authority. Every effort should be made to train atMOS producing schools so that unit commanders can dedicate their resources tomission oriented objectives.viiiEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1Gb. Unless prescribed in the specific MOS entry in this Manual,consistent with references (d) and (e), certification to award an enlistedMOS shall be authorized when any of the following conditions are met:(1) Marine graduates from formal school using CG TECOM/TrainingCommand approved Program of Instruction (POI) or a CG TECOM/Training Commandapproved Course Descriptive Data (CDD) in conjunction with an other-servicePOI equivalent that designates the MOS to be awarded. The entry-level schoolprovides core skill training as set forth in the applicable 1000 level of the3500 series, Training and Readiness (T&R) Manual.(2) Nearly all PMOSs are awarded by attending the appropriate formalschool, however, unless specifically prohibited elsewhere in this Manual, inthose cases where formal school is either not available or the Marine isunable to attend, in the interest of readiness and force utilization anAdditional MOS (AMOS) can be awarded by the commanding officer when:(a) When the criteria for awarding the MOS isspecifically described in the MOS Manual under "Requirements" for the MOS(b) The Marine meets other necessary prerequisites (i.e.citizenship, age, physical, moral, and security).(c) The Marine holds a billet in the unit for the specific MOSbeing awarded.c. All Marines in recruit training are classified to receive MOStraining and typically attend the MOS-awarding school before being assignedto a unit. To reduce the time spent for Marines Awaiting Training (MAT), theformal school MOS training requirement can be delayed if a school seat is notavailable or other circumstance impedes school attendance for an unacceptablylong period. In such cases, and only if a school seat is held for a futuredate within 6 months, the Marine may be assigned to the intended unit for onthe-job training (OJT) while waiting for the scheduled course.0006.THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) REQUIRED REPORT1. The DoD requires that a report of the following information be submittedat such times as modifications to the occupational system are affected:a.Copy of new or revised MOS description.b.Recommended DoD code for each MOS.2. The CG, MCCDC (C 465) will submit a report of changes to NAVMC 1200.1D tothe Defense Manpower Data Center, 1600 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400, Arlington, VA22209-2593.3. Report Control Symbol DD-1200-02 (EXTERNAL RCS DD-P&R(AR)959) has beenassigned to this report.0007. Table 0-1. Table 0-1 provides a glossary of definitions relating tothe Marine Corps Occupational System.0008.1.Symbols.The following symbols are used throughout the MOS Manual:* - Indicates a Billet designator MOS.ixEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1G2.# - Indicates there is a note at the end of the MOS.xEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1G1. Justification for this proposed modification: (Use additional page ifrequired).2. Organizational Requirements: The HQMC advocate is responsible to makeworking copy changes in TFSMS. When creating a new MOS where there is no MOSin TFSMS, an MS Excel spreadsheet will be submitted with the followinginformation indicated. In either case a copy of the T/Os will be submittedas part of the request.a.List affected T/Os and line item detail.b.Source of structure.Deleted MOSsCombined MOSsCompensatory reduction in OccFld/MOSsc.T/O considerations have been coordinated with CG MCCDC (C 18).Yes NOd.Listing of possible pay grade/MOS substitutions.e. Pay grade distribution enlisted force management systemconsiderations have been coordinated with theCMC (MPP). Yes No3.Personnel Requirements have been coordinated with CMC (MP, MM)#a.CURRENTENLISTEDNumber of Personnel by Pay Lb.Source of PersonnelDeleted MOSsCombined MOSsCompensatory reduction in OccFld/MOSsAbove current strength authorizationc.Listing of possible pay grade/MOS substitutions.d. Pay grade distribution and other planning considerations have beencoordinated with the DC M&RA (MPP).Yes Noe. Manpower management considerations have been coordinated with DC M&RA(MM) (Reserves are managed by RA).Yes NOxiEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1Gf. Selective reenlistment bonus and proficiency pay considerations havebeen coordinated with the CMC (MPP). Yes No4. Service school requirements have been coordinated with the DC CD&I(TECOM) (C 469).#Yes No5. List schools, category (see glossary) and changes in length of MOSqualifying courses.6. A proposal to establish an enlisted NMOS, EMOS, or FMOS within one ofthe primary OccFlds should restate in the proposed MOS description,subparagraph b, Requirements/Prerequisites for those primary MOS(s) that mayhold the NMOS, EMOS or FMOS.7. Provide a time phased implementation plan that shows structure, inventoryand training milestones.# Items to be completed initially by headquarters advocate.xiiEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1GGlossary and Business RulesAdditional MOS (AMOS)Any existing MOS awarded to a Marine who alreadyholds a PMOS. Marines are not promoted in an AMOS.Examples: (1) After a lateral move, a Marine'sprevious PMOS becomes an AMOS; (2) After a skillprogression school, a Marine's previous PMOS becomesan AMOS (e.g. 0369 PMOS, previously an 0311); (3) AFMOS or NMOS, in addition to any previously held ornewly awarded PMOSs, that now appears in a Marine'srecord (e.g. Marine being promoted in 0369 (PMOS)with 0311 (previous PMOS prior to promotion) and0317 (NMOS 03XX) AMOSs).Basic MOSEntry-level MOSs required for the P2T2 T/O forentry-level Marines or others not yet qualified byinitial skills training. In addition, when aReserve Component (RC) Marine transfers to a newunit and does not possess the MOS required for thebillet filled, he will be assigned a Basic MOS untilthe completion of required formal school training oris otherwise certified to be MOS qualified.Billet DesignatorsAn FMOS requirement indicator as a BMOS that can befilled by any Marine appropriate grade that isincluded in the MOS definition (i.e. MOS 8007 BilletDesignator-Unrestricted Ground Officer (I) FMOS).Normally, FMOS as a sill designator cannot be a BMOSin the Total Force Structure Management System(TFSMS).Categories of MOSsOccupational Fields 01-79, 80XX, and 90XX.Core Plus SkillsTasks that are mission, advanced, rank, or billetSpecific. These tasks are taught, executed, andevaluated at the unit. Core plus tasks relate to2000 level Individual Training Standards in theGround Training and Readiness (T&R) Manual.Core SkillsThose basic skills that "make" a Marine and qualifythat Marine for an MOS. Core skills comprise theset of core tasks for each MOS as found in therelevant to 1000 level Individual Training Standardsin the Ground Training and Readiness (T&R) Manual.Entry Level Training(ELT)All formal training courses a Marine attends fromthe Recruit Depot/Officer Candidate School untilthat Marine is granted a PMOS or assigned to his orher first permanent duty station. Prior enlistedcommissioned officers are considered to be in entrylevel training until they receive their initialofficer PMOS. Warrant officers are considered to bein ELT until they complete Warrant Officer BasicCourse (WOBC) and any course that immediatelyfollowing WOBC that is designated in the MOS Manual.xiiiEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1GException MOS (EMOS)Non-PMOS that is generally FMOS, but includeexceptions that require a PMOS.Free MOS (FMOS)Non-PMOS that can be filled by any Marine regardlessof primary MOS. A free MOS requires skill setsunrelated to primary skills.Human ResourceDevelopment Process(HRDP)The overarching process that makes the manpower sideof combat capability through force structure,manpower, and training sub processes. It determinesquantity and skills requirements of the operatingforce units and supporting establishment, and thenattains, classifies, trains, assigns, retains,promotes, and otherwise manages an inventory ofMarines to meet those requirements. The HRDP owneris Deputy Commandant Manpower and Reserve Affairswho coordinates with Deputy Commandant CombatDevelopment and Integration for identification andintegration of force structure requirements andtraining.Initial Strength TestA gender normed assessment intended to ensure eachrecruit has the requisite physical strength toconduct recruit training. The performance standardsfor male recruits are: 2 pull-ups, 44 crunches, and13:30 1.5 mile run. The performance standards forfemale recruits are: 12 second flexed-arm hang, 44crunches, and 15:00 1.5 mile run. An enlistedapplicant (male or female) seeking a ProgramEnlisted For (PEF) code associated with thefollowing MOSs: 0311, 0313, 0321, 0331, 0341, 0352,0811, 0842, 0844, 0847, 0861, 1371, 1812, 1833,2131, 2141, 2146, 2147, 7212, must meet thefollowing gender neutral standards: 3 pull-ups,13:30 1.5 mile run, 44 crunches, and 45 ammo canlifts.Intended MOSA tool used by Manpower, a primary MOS that theMarine Corps intends to award a Marine, prior tothat Marine completing all primary MOS requirements.MOS ClassificationStandardsBased on a recruits final CFT and PFT, or anofficer’s CFT and PFT during the Basic Officer’sCourse, specific event performance, a gender neutralassessment to validate MOS Classification into thefollowing MOSs: 0302, 0303, 0307, 0311, 0313, 0321,0331, 0341, 0352, 0802, 0811, 0842, 0844, 0847,0861, 1302, 1371, 1802, 1803, 1812, 1833, 2131,2141, 2146, 2147, 7204, and 7212. The standards are:6 pull-ups, 24:51 3 mile run, 3:12 Maneuver UnderFire Course, 3:26 Movement to Contact Course, and 60ammo can lifts.xivEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1GMOS SponsorAdvocate or proponent that acts as the principalagent with regards to force structure requirements,intended structure changes, and unique operationalconsiderations within an MOS. The MOS sponsor willalso review relevant MOS descriptions andrequirements in the MOS Manual and request revisionsas necessary.Necessary MOS (NMOS)A non-PMOS that has a prerequisite of one or morePMOSs. This MOS identifies a particular skill ortraining that is in addition to a Marine's PMOS, butcan only be filled by a Marine with a specific PMOS.When entered as a requirement into the Total ForceStructure Management System (TFSMS), a billetbearing a necessary MOS must identify a singleassociated PMOS even if several PMOSs are acceptableprerequisites.OccFld 01-79Occupational fields that contain all types of MOSsrelated to a specific occupational field.PrerequisitePossessing physical, mental, or moral qualitiesnecessary to be assigned to a typical billet for anMOS, or to meet formal school screeningrequirements.Primary MOS (PMOS)Used to identify the primary skills and knowledge ofa Marine. Only enlisted Marines, Warrant Officers,Chief Warrant Officers, and Limited Duty Officersare promoted in their primary MOS. Changes to anActive Component Marine's PMOS without approval fromCMC (MM) and changes to a RC Marine's PMOS withoutapproval from CMC (RA) are not authorized.Related Military SkillAnother Marine Corps or other US militaryoccupational specialty (MOS) that the occupationalfield (OccFld) manager deems similar in duties,description, mission, prerequisites, requirementsand/or qualifications. The identification of arelated military skill will provide betterunderstanding to those unfamiliar with the MOS.This is an optional field.Related SOCClassification/SOC CodeThe related Standard Occupational Classification/SOCcode lists the comparable civilian classificationtitle(s) and code(s) that are presented in the U.S.Department of Labor Standard OccupationalClassification (SOC) List.RequirementAccomplishments necessary to qualify for an MOS,usually described as graduation from a formal schoolcourse approved to award the MOS.xvEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1GRequired TrainingInitial Skills training expected to be received byMarines after completion of recruit training, wherecore skills training is provided, normally at an MOSproducing formal school course. While preferred,this does not limit attaining MOS qualification toformal school graduation as the only source of MOSqualifying training in most cases. Career MOS orcertification training that may or may not result ina new PMOS. Related to but not exactly overlappingthe definition for "requirements" below since somerequirements may not be related to training, if acommunity so chooses.Skill EnhancementTrainingFormal schools or structured training for Marinesalready holding an MOS. Relates directly toincreasing overall skills in the MOS. Usuallyintended for MOS holders with particular billetrequirements. Some Marines within a given MOS maycomplete Skill Enhancement Training.Skill ProgressionTrainingFormal schools training for Marines already holdingan MOS, but the training relates directly toincreasing overall skills and knowledge in the MOS.All holders of the MOS are expected to completeskill progression training and limited careerpotential may result from failure to do so. AllMarines within a given MOS should complete skillprogression training.Types of MOSsBasic, Primary MOS (PMOS), Necessary MOS (NMOS),Free MOS (FMOS), Exception MOS (EMOS) and AdditionalMOS (AMOS).80XX: MiscellaneousRequirement MOSsThese MOSs are MOSs that do not fit into a regularOccFlds but are used on the Marine Corps Table ofOrganization.xviEnclosure (1)

NAVMC 1200.1GCHAPTER 1: OFFICER OCCUPATIONAL 1-2OCCUPATIONAL SYSTEM.11021-3MOS SYSTEM.11031-3OCCUPATIONAL FIELD 01.MANPOWER AND ADMINISTRATIONOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 02.INTELLIGENCEOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 03.INFANTRYOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 04.LOGISTICSOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 05.MARINE AIR GROUND TASK FORCE (MAGTF)PLANSOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 06.COMMUNICATIONSOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 08.FIELD ARTILLERYOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 09.TRAININGOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 11.UTILITIESOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 13.ENGINEER, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, ANDEQUIPMENTOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 17.CYBERSPACE OPERATIONSOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 18.TANK, ASSAULT AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE ANDAMPHIBIOUS COMBAT VEHICLEOCCUPATIONAL FIELD 21.GROUND ORDNANCE MAINTENANCEOCCUPATIONAL FIELD

HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 3000 MARINE CORPS PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC 20350-3000 From: Commandant of the Marine Corps To: Distribution List Subj: MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTIES MANUAL Ref: (a) MCO 1200 .18 (b) MCO 1200.15C Encl: (1) MOS