More info from
http://www.navyofficer.info/Steps to Apply for General Officer Programs
First of all, it is important to realize there is NO OBLIGATION to apply to our programs. Even if accepted to a program, you have the decision to accept or decline the position. The process to gain final selection may take 12 weeks or more.
Application
-You can start working on your Application for Commission at any time during this process. Please type and be sure to save an electronic copy of your application. Our processors usually need to make corrections or fill in additional information. Just fill it out to the best of your ability. Once again, call us with questions. You can fax/email/mail it to us when you have completed as much as you can.
Security Clearance
-Commissioned officers maintain a SECRET Security Clearance. At some point along the way, we will provide you access to a website for your security clearance application. You can use form SF-86 as a worksheet, but you will need to transcribe the data online once you get you a login/password.
We will also need form NAVPERS 1070/613 completed for your security screening.
Birth Certificate
-We need a copy of your birth certificate.
Official Transcripts
-You will need to order official college transcripts and have them sent to our office. We must have official transcripts of all colleges/universities attended.
Letters of Recommedation/References
-We often need 3 letters of reference/recommendation. These may be instructors, employers, or personal. You can be proactive and get them for us. Simple "To whom it may concern" letters of 1-3 paragraphs are fine. We use form DD Form 370, but the letters can be in any format.
Social Security Disclosure
-We need a Social Security Disclosure Statement completed
-A photocopy of your Social Security Card
Physical Fitness
Physical Fitness is a part of Navy life. To be accepted into the officer programs you must be able to get at least a Good Low on all sections (1.5 mile run, 2 min of push ups, 2 min of sit ups.) Additionally you have to be within body fat standards. You can view the requirements at
www.navy-prt.com.
Prior Service Records, if applicable
Prior Service? We will need the following:
-DD214
-Service Record
Medical Examination
Physical Examinations are conducted at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) or approved DODMERB sites. We will schedule the physical based on your availability. Basically, you tell us what day works best for you. MEPS starts physicals early in the morning and can last a few hours. - If you do not live in the local area of a MEPS, we will pay for a hotel and meals during your stay -
You will need to complete two forms in order to take the physical:
- Request for Physical Examination 680-3A-E PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
- Fill in Blocks B and D (don't know your selective service number? Click here)
- Fill in blocks 1-15, 21, 25-27, 28-29 (if applicable). In blocks 25-29, follow the directions. We need a signature if the answer is "none"
- Report of Medical History 2807-2 (Initial all the applicable little blocks instead of using an x)
- If you answer YES to any of the conditions, you must explain in block "b" of page three. Call us to find out if any additional medical documents will be needed. Don't hesitate to call us with questions.
Miscellaneous Forms
-Have a tattoo? Complete these three forms: Tattoo Screening, Statement about the tattoo. Tattoo Silhouette
Understanding the Selection Process
Once we have compiled all required documents from your specific programs checklist, we send all of the paperwork to Commander, Naval Recruiting Command for the board process. They will evaluate you against other applicants and if selected you will become pro-board recommended. At this point you will have to complete the medical portion in order to become final selected.
If final selected, you will be eligible to be sworn in as an officer candidate in the US Navy and embark upon the training for your selected program. For those entering into a non-student program, your orders to Officer Candidate School (OCS) or Officer Development School (ODS) will be available PRIOR to you swearing in.
COMMENT: Through the Civil Engineer Collegiate (CEC) Program, you can receive up to $113,100 while pursuing your engineering or architecture degree. That’s a regular monthly income ranging from $2,575 to $4,700 for up to two years prior to graduation – one that includes a generous military salary, a food allowance, plus a housing allowance that is based upon the location of the school you attend.
To be part of the Civil Engineer Corps, you must first attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, Rhode Island. After that, comes Civil Engineer Corps Officer School in Port Hueneme, California – where you’ll receive specialized training needed for Navy projects, including management, administration, contract management, public works, and specialized military roles such as Construction Battalions. You can read more about the CECOS at its website:
https://www.netc.navy.mil/centers/csfe/cecos/Once your initial training has been completed, there are opportunities to further develop and enhance your skills through Navy postgraduate work that includes advanced engineering training, financial management, and courses offered by the Civil Engineer Corps School and Naval Facilities Contract Training Center. See also
http://www.seabee.navy.mil/ for more info about the Seebees.
Good Luck,
Lee72
CAPT USN (Ret)
