1. Limited Duty Officer Chief Warrant Officer Applicant Brief 2013

2. Topics Sustainability Initiative Application windows Off-Ramps
CWO Uniforms
Flying CWO
Who we are
Eligibility
Timeline
Reward

3. Sustainability Initiative
Directed by Chief of Naval Personnel in 2010
Ensure viable and sustainable career progression for all designators
Captain billets for all LDO designators
CWO5 billets for all CWO designators
Shift of LDO billets to CWO beginning in FY-15
Phased conversion of billets through FY-19
1 October 2014 thru 2019 20 20

4. Application Windows Service Obligation
NAVADMIN 281/12 announces the following changes:
LDO 8-14 years of service for FY-15 (waiver up to 15)
*LDO 8-14 years of service for FY-16 (waivers up to 14.5)
CWO years for FY-15 (waivers down to 13 up to 22)
CWO years for FY-16 (waivers up to 22 for MCPO)
CWO 6 year service obligation upon commissioning
* Pending change: YOS in FY-16 and YOS in FY-17 to support proposed permanent appointments of all LDOs as explained on next slide.
Promotion potential to Captain for all selected
Promotion potential to CWO5 for most selected, CWO4 potential for all.
Need two tours out of CWOs
1 October 2013 thru 2016 20 20

5. Permanent LDOs
Navy has proposed elimination of temporary officer appointments for LDOs
All LDO Lieutenants are permanently appointed as of 1 Feb 2013
Proposal to make LTJG appointments permanent within the next year
Proposal to appoint all LDOs as permanent beginning 1 Oct 16 (FY-17 selections)(10-14 TIS)
1 Feb 13 message stated new policy wherein all LDO LT appointments were permanent without the opportunity for temporary appointment. LDO LTJG promotions may follow suite in the next few months or sooner. LDO ENS permanent appointments however would require a change in policy for TIS windows or an a change to USC Title 10 law which requires temporary appointments for those who have less that 10 years of service, once 10 years is achieved, then it can be permanent.
“IF A SELECTED OFFICER DOES NOT DECLINE HIS OR HER PROMOTION IN WRITING PRIOR TO HIS OR HER PROJECTED DATE OF RANK THAT OFFICER IS CONSIDERED TO HAVE ACCEPTED THE PROMOTION ON THE DATE INDICATED. AN OFFICER WHO CHOSES TO DECLINE HIS OR HER PROMOTION MUST SUBMIT THE DECLINATION IN WRITING TO COMNAVPERSCOM (PERS-831), PRIOR TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE INDICATED ABOVE.
PREPARE NAVPERS FORM 1421/7 (REV 08-11). USE THIS NAVADMIN AS REF A. USE 10 U.S.C. 624 AS REF B FOR PERMANENT LIEUTENANTS AND ABOVE. USE 10 U.S.C. 578 AS REF B FOR CHIEF WARRANT OFFICERS. USE 10 USC 624 AND 5589 AS REFERENCE B FOR LIMITED DUTY OFFICER PROMOTION TO LIEUTENANT. LIMITED DUTY OFFICER APPOINTMENT TO LIEUTENANT IS A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT; ACCEPTANCE OF THE APPOINTMENT IS ACCEPTANCE OF PERMANENT APPOINTMENT AS A LIMITED DUTY OFFICER.
1 October 2016 20 20

6. Promotion by Enterprise
Currently LDOs compete for promotion in two competitive categories (line and staff)
CWOs promote in a single competitive category
Proposed changes would most likely promote within Warfare or Enterprise groups:
Surface
Aviation
Submarines
Information Dominance Corps
Expeditionary
General Services
Nuclear (under review by NR LDO OCM)
Promotion potential to Captain for all selected
Promotion potential to CWO5 for most selected, CWO4 potential for all.
Need two tours out of CWOs
Most likely scenario based on OSAM modeling BY OPNAV N13/N14 would group summary groups for Fitrep purpose and for promotion competitive categories by Warfare Enterprise, but this has not been finalized, just studied for projected positive/negative impact to community and the ability to potentially increase flow-point and reach targeted vacancies by designator as needed
FY-17 (2016 Promotions) 20 20

7. Off-Ramps Primarily for IDC and Supply communities
Select as LDO (no degree required)
Laterally transfer to RL / Staff at 6-8 year point (degree/certifications required)
Advanced educational opportunities at Naval Post-Graduate School (NPS) and War College
Increased service lengths (30 YCS)
Increased promotion opportunity (100% to date)
Potential for Flag Officer (no Flags as LDO)
Pending OPNAVINST revision currently with DNS for signature will define Off-Ramp and provide latitude via Without Board Action (WOBA) or via Lateral Transfer for LDOs in IDC and Supply.
Off-Ramp Defined is: “Off-Ramp is a change of designator from LDO to the respective restricted line or Staff Corps counterpart community. Off-Ramps were developed to consolidate officers of the same capabilities and technical acumen under one restricted line or Staff Corps designator.” (based on historical Detailing practices wherein LDOs, RL, or Staff officers were cross-detailed and doing the same work at the LCDR, CDR, and CAPT paygrades)
Begins now FY-13 20 20

8. CWO Uniforms
Proposed uniforms would have 1 blue break for each grade. No change for CWO5 (already standard across services)
Still in the review process
Proposal is being reviewed by OPNAV N13 Uniform Board team including proto-type devices from Navy vendors.
At Uniform Board 20 20

9. Flying CWOs Program is being eliminated
Cannot provide reasonable career progression within CWO community
URL inventory is short
Proposed transition options include:
Conversion to URL / Active Component
Conversion to URL / Reserve Component
Conversion to FTS
Conversion to other LDO/CWO designator qualified for
Each option required independent legal approval
NAVADMIN is in route and soon to be signed that will disestablish this pilot program and will offer the options and explain the process for current Flying CWOs in the program.
NAVADMIN 192/13 20 20

10. Is this program for you?
Do you like the technical aspects of your job?
Are you the “go to” leader that has the answers?
Do you like taking charge?
Do you want to do so on a broader scale?
Do you want the authority to make a difference?
And the associated increase of responsibility?
Do you thrive on challenging assignments?
And want to apply your highly honed technical skills with less restrictions?
Do you want more certainty in your career
More for you and your family… FOREVER
If you don’t like what your doing now, this program may not be for you.
Competitive promotion begins at LCDR / CWO4 (more later)
Retirement benefits are significant (more later) 20 20

11. Program Overview
The Limited Duty Officer and Chief Warrant Officer Programs provide our Navy with experienced technical specialists and managers who have extensive expertise and authority to direct the most difficult and exacting technical operations at sea and ashore.
The differences in the formal definitions of LDOs and CWOs are subtle, focusing on the degree of authority and responsibility.
LDOs have defined career progression goals.
CWOs are technical and designed for repetitive tours.

12. LDO Program
For Sailors who enjoy leading Sailors in their technical field and want less restrictions in calling the shots
Commissioning path for outstanding leaders that may be lacking a degree
Leaders with strong technical backgrounds
Ultimately want to be the OIC, XO or CO
Major Command the pinnacle goal
Increased leadership opportunity for CWOs

13. OPNAVINST 1420.1B, NAVADMINs 281/12, 176/13 and 177/13
LDO Eligibility
U.S. citizen
No age restriction
High School Diploma or equivalent
Serving as a MCPO, SCPO, CPO or PO1
At least 8, but not more than 14 years of active naval service prior to 1 Oct of FY for which applying
(READ ANNOUNCING NAVADMIN UPON RELEASE FOR
FY-15 WAIVER POLICIES)
Meet physical standards.
No court martial or civilian conviction for other than minor offenses or NJP for 3 years prior to 1 Oct of year applying
PO1s must complete all eligibility requirements for E-7 (except TIR and Leadership Training Continuum) and must achieve selection board eligibility in the annual CPO advancement
Recommended by CO
FY-15 LDO applications 8-14 years (no waivers beyond 15)
Emphasize NAVADMIN 281/12
OPNAVINST B, NAVADMINs 281/12, 176/13 and 177/13 5 5

14. LDO Designators Annual Quotas
SURFACE AVIATION
611X DECK X DECK 5
612X OPS X OPERATIONS 4
613X ENGINEER X MAINTENANCE 26
616X ORDNANCE X ORDNANCE 9
618X ELECTRONICS X AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL 4
SUBMARINE INFO DOMINANCE CORPS
640X NUC PWR X IP 18*
623X ENG X IW 13*
626X ORD X INTEL 3*
628X ELECT X OCEANO 3*
629X COMM *
EXPEDITIONARY GENERAL SERVICES
648X EOD X ADMIN 28
653X CEC X BAND 2
649X SEC X SUPPLY 7*
*Off-ramp by senior LT to core Restricted Line/Staff designator
Off-Ramp pending OPNAVINST revision currently with DNS for signature will define Off-Ramp and provide latitude via Without Board Action (WOBA) or via Lateral Transfer for LDOs in IDC and Supply.
*6290 Sub Comms approved by SUBFOR / FFC / CNP for Off-Ramp to 1820, pending further actions regarding SV1 AQD, SUBPAY, and billet transition phasing plan.
Quotas based on 5 year average 13 13

15. CWO Program For leaders in the Chief’s mess that enjoy:
Teaching Sailors the technical aspects of their field
Being the one with the technical answers
Commissioning path for outstanding leaders that may be lacking a degree
Possess extensive technical training, experience and leadership
Serve primarily as division officers and officers in charge
Chiefs / Senior Chiefs promote to CWO2.
Master Chiefs to CWO3 (regardless of time-in-grade.)

16. CWO Eligibility Same requirements for LDO except: CPO-select minimum
FY-15 at least 14 but not more than 21 years of active duty prior to 1 Oct of FY for which applying.
READ ANNOUNCING NAVADMIN UPON RELEASE FOR FY-15 WAIVER POLICIES
- Waivers down to 13 Years and up to 22 years will be considered for FY-15.
- Emphasize NAVADMIN 281/12

17. CWO Designators Annual Quotas
SURFACE EXPEDITIONARY
711X BOATSWAIN X SPEC WARFARE 9
712X OPERATIONS X SW COMBATANT-CRAFT 4
713X ENGINEER/REPAIR TECH 20 *753X CIVIL ENGINEER CORPS 3
716X ORDNANCE X SECURITY 3
718X ELECTRONICS 4
INFO DOMINANCE CORPS
SUBMARINE X IP
*740X NUCLEAR POWER X CYBER 1
720X DIVER X INFO WARFARE 14
726X ORDNANCE TECH X INTEL 5
AVIATION GENERAL SERVICES
731X DECK X SHIPS CLERK 9
732X OPERATIONS X FOOD SERVICE 4
733X MAINTENANCE 19
736X ORDNANCE 13
*CWO Designator being Disestablished
*No Quotas in FY-15.
- 740X Designator Disestablishment: CNO has approved and we are awaiting the message to be released for notification that SECNAV has approved.
- 753X Designator Disestablishment: Community/Flag Sponsor has approved and disseminated decision; briefings up the Chain of Command to CNP, CNO, and SECNAV approval progressing.
Quotas based on 5 year average 13 13

18. LDO/CWO Preparation Sooner the better – even as an E4!
Make your seniors aware of your goals
Be the leader (LPO/LCPO/CMC)
Develop a strong resume with diversity of jobs
Sea duty, overseas, and shore tours
Warfare qualification
Detailer, Recruiter, Instructor, RTC
Get involved: Career Counselor, Training PO, CAT
Community involvement
College degree
WE ARE HIRING MULTI TASK TECHNICAL LEADERS
– WHAT DOES YOUR RESUME REFLECT?
These are listed in order of relevance to typical board weighting. Must have good evals, soft breakouts …

19. 3 Critical Elements
Interview Appraisal Boards - (endorsement by the community)
Setup by your CO or Appointed Command Coordinator with LDOs/CWOs in the designator you are applying for
Minimum of 3 required (can have up to 5)
Appraisal sheets belong to the CO not the applicant
CO’s Endorsement - (acknowledges your performance)
Unconstrained; provide a well written draft to your CO
CO can highlight your victories and precept language
CO can explain and address past negatives if needed
Personal Statements - (your opportunity to speak directly to the board)
Explain why this program personally appeals to you
Should be genuine and heartfelt
DO NOT provide the definition of an LDO/CWO
CO’s must control Interview Appraisal Board process and establish and appoint board members or a command coordinator that ensures Interview Appraisals are not hand-picked by member. Interview boards must provide honest feedback to the member and to the CO on member’s qualifications and abilities as outlined per the instruction. If not ready, then DO NOT recommend at the command level, don’t leave this up to the board to filter out. Highlight accomplishments and qualifications here. Read the precepts from past boards (online). If there is any issue that needs to be brought to the boards attention, this is the best place to address it. 12 12

20. Final Preparations
Follow guidance in OPNAVINST B, NAVADMINs 281/12, 176/13 and 177/13 (if applicable)
Use the sample format (npc.navy.mil/boards/administrative/ldocwo)
Have your application reviewed by at least one LDO/CWO in the designator you are applying for
You are responsible for your portion of the application - but not your CO’s endorsement
Applications postmarked NLT 1 October
Additional information postmarked not later than 1 December 11 11

21. (Nuclear Qualified Applicants may have additional requirements)
Application Timeline
Apr: Submit Special Request Chit to CO to participate
(Nuclear Qualified Applicants may have additional requirements)
May: Submit your application package to Admin
Jun: Interviewer’s Appraisal Board
Jul: CO’s endorsement prepared
1 Oct: Package deadline
Early Jan: Board convenes
Feb/Mar: Results announced by NAVADMIN

22. Is it worth the effort? Only you can answer this question!
Impact your Sailors QOL
Authority to make a difference
Orders negotiation
Serve longer (up to 38 years or more!)
Quality of life – you and your family
Promotion
Pay - Retirement Pay is forever!

23. LDO Promotion Opportunity FY14
CAPT YRS TCS % Opportunity
CDR YRS TCS % Opportunity
LCDR 10 YRS TCS % Opportunity
LT YRS TCS Fully Qualified
LTJG 2 YRS TCS Fully Qualified 20

24. CWO Promotion Opportunity FY14
CWO YRS TCS % Opportunity
CWO YRS TCS % Opportunity
CWO YRS TCS Fully Qualified

25. “$how me the Money” FOREVER
CWO5
33 years of Service
Retired Pay
6,444 / month
77,330 /year
Captain
38 years of Service
Retired Pay
9,674 / month
116,088 / year
MCPO
30 years of Service
Retired Pay
4,894 / month
58,734 / year
If you are thinking about getting out before retirement or trying to get someone to apply.
20 1% COLA 1,293,264
20 1% COLA 1,702,730
20 1% COLA 2,556,142
Calculated on 2013 Pay Scale and “High Three”

26. Active LDO Selectees Profile
Average Age: 32
Total Years of Active Service: 13 Years
Average Years of Total Education Completed: 14 Years
Warfare Qualified: 99%
Average Number of Duty Stations: 6
Average Number of Sea/Overseas Tours Competed: 1
Average Number of Training Schools Completed: 7
IA/GSA Tours 9%

27. Active CWO Selectees Profile
Age: 36
Total Years of Active Service: 17 Years
Average Years of Total Education Completed: 14 Years
Warfare Qualified: 100%
Average Number of Duty Stations: 6
Average Number of Sea/Overseas Tours Competed: 3
Average Number of Training Schools Completed: 7
IA/GSA Tours 18%

28. Contact Information
OCM – CAPT Len Friddle, (901) ,
CWO OCM – CWO5 Mitch Allen,
(901) ,
Asst OCM – LT Leo Peterson,
(901) ,
DSN prefix 882
Recommend adding local POCs if known