CONVENING OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 AND 2027 TOTAL FORCE INTEGRATOR FREE MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALITY SELECTION BOARD

R 301622Z OCT 25
MARADMIN 513/25
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC M&RA RA//
SUBJ/CONVENING OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 AND 2027 TOTAL FORCE
INTEGRATOR FREE MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALITY SELECTION BOARD//
REF/A/DOC/CMC/YMD: 20190215//
REF/B/DOC/CMC/YMD: 20080125//
REF/C/MSG/CMC WASHINGTON DC M&RA MMRP/YMD: 20230605//
NARR/REF (A) IS MCO 1900.16 CH 2, SEPARATION AND RETIREMENT MANUAL.
REF (B) IS MCO 1553.4B, PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION (PME). REF
(C) IS MCO 1610.7B, PERFORMANCE EVALUATION SYSTEM (PES).//
POC/M. J. JONES/MAJ/TOTAL FORCE INTEGRATOR LEAD AO/TEL: 703-784-3676/
EMAIL: [email protected]//
POC/J. F. DEAN/MAJ/RAM-3 OIC/TEL: 703-784-1275/
EMAIL: [email protected]//
POC/G. BOGACZYK/MSGT/RAM-3 CHIEF/TEL: 703-784-1231/
EMAIL: [email protected]//
POC/W. R. MALEY/MSGT/TOTAL FORCE INTEGRATOR SNCO PLANNER/
TEL: 703-784-0526/EMAIL: [email protected]//
POC/B. FORD/CIV/RAM-3/TEL: 703-432-9410/
EMAIL: [email protected]//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. This MARADMIN announces the convening of the
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 and 2027 Total Force Integrator (TFI) Free
Military Occupational Specialty (FMOS) Selection Board on 2 December
2025. Active Reserve (AR) Marines who desire to serve in large-scale
force integration roles are encouraged to apply to the TFI billets
listed within this message.
2. Overview.
2.a. TFI Marines will enable Total Force preparedness for
large-scale partial or full mobilization. These critical personnel
will execute the detailed planning for the Total Force Marine Corps
to organize, train, and deploy in support of combatant commands.
Additionally, TFI Marines will integrate the Total Force in support
of Global Force Management requirements, as well as those related to
training, exercises, and operations.
2.b. For AR leaders, TFI billets will be vital to the implementation
of the Marine Corps' Total Force concept and the alignment of Reserve
capabilities with Active Component operations. Those who serve in
these critical roles will enhance readiness and drive operational
cohesion throughout the Service. Success will therefore require
strong leadership, strategic insight, and knowledge of both the
Reserve and Active components. Leaders who excel in these integration
billets will gain valuable experience as they support enterprise-wide
mission success. Therefore, precepts for competitive AR officer
boards indicate that documented success in Reserve integration
billets will hold significant weight, thereby reflecting their
strategic value and leadership demands. The Marine Corps affirms
these billets as key developmental assignments which prepare officers
for critical leadership positions in an increasingly integrated
Total Force.
2.c. Reserve Affairs Manpower Management seeks AR applicants for the
billets listed within this message. All officers (Maj select - LtCol)
and enlisted (GySgt select - MSgt) are eligible to apply. Alternates
will be selected, per grade, to mitigate primary selections who do
not complete the required training or fail to obtain the necessary
billet clearance level. Alternates may have the opportunity to
complete the mandatory training courses and serve within a TFI
billet, if required. Primary selectees must complete all training
requirements prior to arrival at their selected TFI billet. Primary
and alternate selectees will incur a 24-month utilization tour upon
entering a TFI billet. Exceptions to the utilization tour duration
will be considered on a case by case basis (e.g., Selection to a
Command billet).
3. Ineligibility Criteria.
3.a. Marines who are not currently serving in the AR Program.
3.b. Marines with an approved retirement, resignation, or who are
pending conditional release.
3.c. Marines who have been passed for promotion more than once in
their current grade and component.
3.d. Marines who have not met their 24-month time on station
requirement by 1 May 2026.
3.e. Marine officers with a mandatory removal date prior to 1 June
2029.
3.f. Marine officers below the rank of Maj. Officers selected for
Maj may apply. Officers must have completed or be currently enrolled
in Joint PME Level I. Additionally, Officers must have completed both
the Basic Total Force Integration Staff Training (TFIST) course and
the Advanced TFIST course.
3.g. SNCOs below the rank of GySgt. Marines selected for GySgt may
apply. Enlisted Marines must have completed required resident PME for
their current grade, and must be registered in (or have previously
completed) the Enlisted TFIST course.
3.h. Exceptions to ineligibility criteria will be considered on a
case by case basis. Any exceptions to policy (ETPs) must be endorsed
by the first O-6 in the applicant's chain of command and routed to
Reserve Affairs Manpower Management, Reserve Affairs, DC M&RA for
decision.
4. Certification and Training.
4.a. TFI FMOS certification requires a Marine to be a primary
selectee by the TFI selection board and to successfully complete all
required training courses. Any AR Marine who has completed all
required training courses must submit an application to the TFI
selection board and be board-selected to receive the TFI FMOS.
Alternate selectees will obtain the TFI FMOS upon request to fill a
primary vacancy and successful completion of all required training
courses.
4.b. Required TFI Officer Training Courses (read in one column).

Global Force Management Overview (GF1101 - Prerequisite)
JOPES Overview (JD1101 - Prerequisite)
Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager Course (GF1102)
JOPES Support Personnel Course (JD1102)
JOPES Action Officer Course (JD2101)
Joint Operational Contract Support Planning & Execution Course Lite

4.c. Required TFI Enlisted Training Courses (read in one column).
Global Force Management Overview (GF1101 - Prerequisite)
JOPES Overview (JD1101 - Prerequisite)
Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager Course (GF1102)
JOPES Support Personnel Course (JD1102)
JOPES Action Officer Course (JD2101)
Joint Operational Contract Support Planning & Execution Course Lite
Joint Logistics Course (SC 907)

5. Program Timeline (read in two columns).
NLT Date Milestone
1 February 2026 FY26 Selectees enrolled in courses
1 June 2026 FY26 Selectees complete with courses
15 June 2026 FY27 Selectees enrolled in courses
15 August 2026 FY26 TFI Marines report for duty in TFI BIC
15 December 2026 FY27 Selectees complete with courses
15 August 2027 FY27 TFI Marines report for duty in TFI BIC

6. Projected Billet Slate.
6.a. FY26 Billet Slate (read in three columns).
Rank Billet Units with this Billet
LtCol TFI Branch Deputy DC PP&O
Maj TFI Officer DC PP&O
MSgt TFI SNCO DC PP&O
LtCol TFI Branch Deputy I MEF/II MEF/III MEF
Maj TFI Officer I MEF/II MEF/III MEF
MSgt TFI Branch Chief I MEF/II MEF/III MEF
GySgt TFI SNCO I MEF/II MEF/III MEF
LtCol TFI Branch Head MARFORPAC/MARFORK
Maj TFI Officer MARFORPAC
GySgt TFI SNCO MARFORPAC
6.b. FY27 Billet Slate (read in three columns).
Rank Billet Unit
Maj TFI Officer TECOM

7. Application Process.
7.a. The deadline for applications and update material submissions
is 24 November 2025. The web-based online application at
https://www2.manpower.usmc.mil/application_cac/ is the recommended
method to apply. Applicants who encounter Manpower and Reserve
Affairs (M&RA) portal submittal complications can email their
application to [email protected] and the POCs listed in this message.
7.b. Applicants with an M&RA portal account will proceed to the
login process. Upon login, the system will validate basic individual
eligibility for application. Applicants should read the instructions
in their entirety before completing the application. The web-based
application allows the attachment of documents.
7.c. Applicants who do not have an M&RA portal account will receive
a "404" access error. Within the error message are instructions on
how to register for an M&RA portal account, which is available to all
applicants. Any applicant who cannot access the online application
should contact the POCs listed in this MARADMIN.
7.d. All application packages must contain PMOS monitor
acknowledgement. An email is sufficient for this requirement.
7.e. The application will consist of a Marine's Letter to the
President of the TFI FMOS Selection Board. Marines who have
previously completed any TFI required training courses should provide
course certificates as enclosures to their application. A Reserve
Qualification Summary and Letters of Recommendation will not be
considered by this board. Incomplete applications will not be
considered for board selection.
7.f. Letter to the Board. Applicants must submit a signed letter to
the President of the TFI FMOS Selection Board (template located
within the online application) outlining their interest in pursuing
the TFI FMOS and billet assignment. The "From" line will consist of
rank, first name, last name, EDIPI/MOS, and Marine Corps component
(USMCR). The "To" line will consist of "President, FY26/27 Total
Force Integrator FMOS Selection Board". The "Subject" will consist of
"LETTER TO BOARD PRESIDENT OF THE FY26/27 TOTAL FORCE INTEGRATOR
SELECTION BOARD".
7.g. Applicants must ensure that all documents are in a single,
portable document format (PDF) titled "EDIPI_TFI_LastName".
7.h. Once submitted, applicants will receive a confirmation email
that their application has been received. Hard-copy applications will
not be accepted. All material submitted to the board will be
destroyed upon board completion.
7.i. Photographs. Per reference (c), official photographs are no
longer permitted in board/panel packages. No submitted documents
should have a photo attached (i.e. personal biographies, resumes,
etc).
7.j. Fitness Reports. Fitness reports are due to CMC (MMPB-23) by
the timelines noted in reference (c). Reports mailed directly to the
President of the Board will not be added to a Marine's OMPF. For
fitness reports to become part of the OMPF, they must be submitted to
CMC (MMPB-23). The automated performance evaluation system (A-PES) is
the primary means of submitting fitness reports. Commanders are
ultimately responsible for the timely submission of fitness reports
to CMC (MMPB-23) and ensuring that all fitness report timelines are
adhered to per reference (c). Incomplete fitness reports will not be
accepted.
7.k. OMPF Material. Any documents that a Marine believes should be
part of their OMPF, other than fitness reports, must be populated
within their OMPF before the board convenes. The preferred and
fastest way to update one's OMPF is through the OMPF Records
Management Application (ORMA). This application empowers individual
Marines to take control of their OMPF. To access ORMA, go to the M&RA
website at www.manpower.marines.mil, under the "Divisions" drop down
menu select "Manpower Management", then select "Performance Branch",
then select "Records and Performance". Scroll to the bottom of the
page and select "Records Management" then select "OMPF Records
Management Application". Follow all instructions to register, audit,
and update an OMPF within ORMA.
7.l. Applicants will have the opportunity to rank the TFI billets
for which they are eligible within the M&RA portal. Applicants must
rank all billets for which they are eligible from most desired to
least desired. Applicants will have the opportunity to provide
remarks/context for each of their prioritized choices within the
portal, which they are highly encouraged to utilize.
7.m. Application Timeline (read in two columns).

NLT Date Milestone
24 October 2025 Applications open
24 November 2025 Applications due
2 December 2025 Board convenes
1 January 2026 Board results released

8. Administration.
8.a. Notification of Selection. The board will identify a primary
selectee for each billet. The board will also identify sufficient
alternates to meet billet requirements if primary selectees decline
or otherwise cannot accept. Selection to serve within a TFI FMOS
billet is considered a privilege and is highly advantageous to
Marines' career progression within the AR Program. Once board results
are approved, primary and alternate selectees for the TFI FMOS will
be announced via the "Results of the FY26/27 TFI FMOS Selection
Board" MARADMIN. Applicants selected as primaries or alternates will
receive correspondence from Reserve Affairs with specific information
regarding billet slating, mandatory training courses, and security
clearance requirements. This correspondence will include a selection
letter from the Director, Reserve Affairs Division.
8.b. Any primary or alternate selectee who declines the opportunity
to obtain the TFI FMOS/billet must submit their declination in
writing via the first General Officer in their chain of command.
Detailed declination instructions will be provided in the "Results of
the FY26/27 TFI FMOS Selection Board" MARADMIN.
8.c. Conditional Release. Any TFI FMOS selectee who requests
conditional release from the AR to another component, or branch of
service, will not receive approval for a release date prior to the
completion of their 24-month utilization tour.
9. This MARADMIN is only applicable to the AR program.
10. Release authorized by Major General John F. Kelliher III,
Director, Reserve Affairs Division.//