MCO P1100.73B.pdf - Marine Corps

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CHAPTER 2
MARINE CORPS RESERVE OFFICER CANDIDATE PROGRAMS
SECTION 4: AUTOMATED RECRUIT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (ARMS)
2400. GENERAL
1. The concept of the ARMS was initially explored in August 1978.
Analysis of functional requirements for an automated data management
system mandated that the Marine Corps implement a system that could
satisfy two primary objectives. First, there had to be significant
reduction of recruiting service manual recordkeeping. Second, the
system must result in improved management of applicants and OSO’s by:
a. Reducing the number of processing errors in applications.
b. Improving the accuracy, availability, and timeliness of management
information to all levels in the recruiting structure.
2. The source document for ARMS is the NAVMC 10418-1, Application for
Officer Programs. It is the responsibility of the OSO to verify the
accuracy of the initial data. ARMS has been developed with the
individual SSN as the basic data reference at the time of application.
The individual is identified on the NAVMC 10418-1 with the cognizant
OSO and Officer Selection station (OSS). On reports discussed in
subsequent paragraphs, the individuals will appear grouped by OSO or
OSS. A list of ARMS Recruiting Station (RS)/OSS Identifier Codes is
provided in figure 2-47. It is essential that the correct SSN be
inputted into ARMS. An incorrect SSN entry can be deleted only by
HQMC.
3. There are also a variety of reports available in ARMS to assist the
District and RS to manage their mission and pool. These reports should
be made available to the OSO’s by the RS on a regular basis.
2401. INITIAL INPUT. Immediately upon contracting an applicant, the
OSO will prepare the NAVMC 10418-1, (Figure 2-22) as completely as
possible. It is essential that the OSO ensure the accuracy of this
information, especially the applicant’s SSN. Any information that is
left blank; i.e., PFT score, can be completed when the completed
application is forwarded. Under ideal conditions, the RS will ensure
that the required ARMS entries are made prior to submitting the
application to the district. Input of Screen 1 (Figure 2-48) by the RS
will provide them with accurate information as to what applications
they can expect to be submitted. When the application is completed
and forwarded to the District, the original, completed NAVMC 10418-1
will allow the District to complete the District approval date, Screen
2, (Figure 2-49). Neither the RS nor District is responsible for any
entries on ARMS Screen 3 (Figure 2-50) or Screen 4 (Figure 2-51).
Screen 3 provides training information on the candidate. OCS is
responsible for inputting the individual’s training completion
statistics. After the candidate has successfully completed all
required training and the Request for Appointment is processed, Headquarters
Marine Corps will place the tentative TBS class assignment on
screen 3.
2402. PLC AUDIT
1. The CMC uses the ARMS system for the management of officer candidates
and for the planning and attainment of officer program quotas/
accessions. An accurate data base is essential to meet this requirement.
The semiannual PLC Audit is virtually the sole means for the
verification, changing, and purging of ARMS data. It is essential,
therefore, that each district closely monitor the completion of the
audit by its OSO’S. Annually during September and March, an ARMS
generated listing of all active PLC’s will be provided to the district.
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