ALCGENL 004/23 - EXTENDED ACTIVE DUTY OPPORTUNITY FOR RECRUIT COMPANY COMMANDER

R 061654Z JAN 23 MID200080638577U
FM COMCOGARD PSC WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCGENL

ALCGENL 004/23
SUBJ: EXTENDED ACTIVE DUTY OPPORTUNITY FOR RECRUIT COMPANY COMMANDER
A. Military Assignments and Authorized Absences, COMDTINST M1000.8A series
B. Boat Operations and Training Manual, COMDTINST 16114.32D series
C. https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/psc/psc-epm/Templates%20%20Documents/
Career%20Retentions/Extended%20Active%20Duty%20(EAD)/Process%20Summary%20-%
20Extended%20Active%20Duty%20(EAD).pdf
1. All E6 and E7 Reserve members are highly encouraged to apply for this unique,
2-4 year extended active duty (EAD) opportunity.
2. Recruit Company Commander (RCC): Duty as an RCC is one of the most challenging
and rewarding assignments in the Coast Guard. On any given day, RCCs will lead, inspire,
and mentor 100 plus recruits through the rigors of basic training. RCCs serve as role
models who exhibit the highest moral and ethical conduct, embody our core values, and
exhibit exemplary grooming and fitness standards. If selected, EAD candidates will become
fully qualified RCCs, however, their primary role will be to train recruits in the
Direct Entry Petty Officer Training program.
3. A video with frequently asked questions about being a Company Commander
and RCC School can be accessed here:
a. YouTube: https://youtu.be/VHLeu8IqLDY
b. FORCECOM Site: https://www.forcecom.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/FORCECOM-UNITS/TraCen-Cape-May/
Training/Company-Commander/
4. Eligibility:
a. All E6 and E7 Reserve members.
b. Meets the requirements listed in reference (A), CH 1.E.2 (except (9) and (13)) and 1.E.8.
c. Meets the requirements listed in reference (B), Part 4, CH 3.D.2.
5. Process/timeline:
a. NLT 28 JAN 2023: Applications are emailed to EPM-2 at
HQS-SMB-PSC-EPM-2-SpecialAssignments@uscg.mil.
b. OOA 6-10 FEB 2023: TRACEN CAPE MAY interviews applicants.
c. OOA 17 Feb 2023: Member selected and notified
d. Spring 2023: Window to attend 6 week CC Class "C" School.
e. OOA 01 JUL 2023: Expected report date.
6. Application (emailed as one PDF document titled 'Last_Name-EMPLID-RCC-EAD'):
a. Member's memorandum: Not to exceed two pages in length and include the following:
(1) Why you are applying
(2) Leadership style
(3) Current fitness regimen
(4) Desired assignment length (2, 3, or 4 years)
(5) Contact information to arrange phone interview
b. Command endorsement: Not to exceed one page in length and include the following:
(1) Leadership and communication skills
(2) Military appearance
(3) Statement the member meets eligibility requirements listed in paragraph 4
(4) Statement identifying the unit representative (E7 or above) with contact information who
witnessed the applicant meet the minimum physical fitness requirements for their age group
IAW reference (B). Additionally, include the date and results of the test.
c. Pictures: Two color, full length photographs. Uniform is Tropical Blue uncovered,
with one forward-facing and one left side profile.
*Notes:
(1) The endorsement may be signed by the unit Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, or Senior Reserve Officer.
(2) To protect PII and ensure it was received, applications should be submitted from a .mil
email address if possible.
7. After candidate selection, TRACEN CAPE MAY and the Special Assignments AO will assist the member in
completing and routing an Extended Active Duty request form CG-3472 thru EPM-1 for approval.
Additional EAD information can be found at reference (C).
8. Commands and Reserve Program Administrators are encouraged to distribute this to all Reserve
members for maximum visibility.
9. Points of contact:
a. Program questions concerning RCC school and RCC duties shall be directed to:
(1) Battalion Commander: EMCM Sean Smith at (609) 898-6543 or Sean.T.Smith@uscg.mil
(2) RCC School Chief: YNC Eric Perez at (609) 898-6559 or Eric.A.Perez@uscg.mil
(3) The current EAD Reserve RCC: ME1 Michael Heller at (609) 898-6970 or Michael.P.Heller@uscg.mil
b. Assignment and eligibility questions: CWO3 Derek Hardy, (202) 795-6587 or
HQS-SMB-PSC-EPM-2-SpecialAssignments@uscg.mil.
10. Released by: LT Sara Grell, (202) 795-6584
11. Internet release authorized.