Recruit Division Commander
NEC-8RDC
Recruit Division Commanders (RDC) are Navy professionals that transform civilians into Sailors. E5 & above are eligible. RDC's receive Special Duty Assignment Pay, up to 24 months waived off their follow-on sea tour, as well as post tour choice of coast after a successful RTC assignment. If you have any questions about becoming a RDC contact the Shore Special Program Detailer (PERS-4010D) at DSN: 882-3855/COMM: 901-874-3855.
Applicants must meet the following requirements as a minimum to be assigned to RDC duty:
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Able to lead physical fitness training on a daily basis
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Outstanding appearance in uniform
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Warfare qualified (Waivers may be granted on a case-by-case basis)
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Articulate and professional
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PO2s must have six years TIS, two years TIR prior to getting orders (waiverable)
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Outstanding leadership and imaginative problem-solving skills
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No NJP's or any evaluation mark below 3.0 in past 36 months (no exceptions)
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Must have passed most recent PFA with a good low or better, be within current height/weight standards, (no exceptions) and have participated in the 1.5-mile run. Alternate cardio accepted with a waiver (Mock PRT's are acceptable)
Some of the benefits of RDC duty are:
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$450 per month Special Duty Assignment Pay
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Additional annual clothing allowance of $220
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Free dry-cleaning services while actively training a Recruit Division
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Opportunity to earn a Master Training Specialist qualification (similar to warfare qual on shore duty)
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Advancement rate to Chief and Senior Chief close to double the Navy-wide average for advancement
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New state of the art facilities and equipment
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Per the ACE evaluation, RDC's will earn up to 24 college credits, both upper and lower towards a bachelor's degree
For additional information you may contact:
901-874-3878/DSN 882-3878
901-874-3855/DSN 882-3855