MCO 1650.19J ADMINISTRATIVE AND ISSUE ... - Marine Corps

MCO 1650.19J
5 Feb 2001
4. The awards system requires stringent controls and strict application of the
criteria as set forth in SecNavInst 1650.1F. The instructions contained in
this Order seek only to align CMC policies with that criterion.
5. Criteria. Use the following as a guide to assist in applying awards
criteria, established by SecNavInst 1650.1F, to performance of duty:
a. Imaginative improvements in organization or procedures that provide for
more effective Marine Corps administration.
b. Development of programs, techniques, or equipment that materially
improves the functioning of a command, unit, or headquarters, or improves the
ability of the Marine Corps to accomplish its mission.
c. Superlative performance of tasks or management of an area of
responsibility that materially improves the administrative procedures of the
Marine Corps.
d. Superlative performance of a specific act, project, or mission which
was outstanding in character and made a major contribution to the best
interests of the Marine Corps or Naval service. Superior creative work would
merit a higher recommendation than administrative work.
6. Level of Award. The awards considered appropriate for noncombatant service
by personnel falling under the purview of this Order are set forth in
SecNavInst 1650.1. Quality and extent of meritorious service performed by the
individual and level of responsibility, not the grade of the individual, should
be the primary factors in making a determination as to the level of the award
proposed.
7. Awards Board. Awarding authorities shall establish an awards board to
review and make recommendations on all proposed awards. Structure of the board
shall be as directed by the commander establishing the board.
8. Recommendations. Recommendations must be submitted on the HQMC APS 1650
(EF) (See enclosure (5)), or as provided for in instructions to delegated
authorities. The following guidelines will be used:
ENCLOSURE (2)
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