R 081850Z MAY 25 MARADMIN 225/25 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC// SUBJ/APPLICATION FOR SELECTION AS COLOR SERGEANT OF THE  MARINE CORPS// REF/A/DOC/DON/10MAY2021// AMPN/REF A IS MCO 1300.8 Ch1, MARINE CORPS  PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENT POLICY// POC/J. RICHARD/SGTMAJ/UNIT: MARBKS WASHINGTON,  D.C./TEL: 202-433-6764// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  This MARADMIN solicits  nominations for the Color Sergeant of the Marine  Corps. 2.  The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps is the  Commandant's representative for all formal ceremonial  commitments requiring the Marine Corps' Battle Colors.   The Color Sergeant travels throughout the  continental United States and overseas with the  Battle Color Detachment, which is comprised of  “The Commandant's Own” U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle  Corps and the Silent Drill Platoon, showcasing the  ceremonial capabilities of Marine Barracks Washington  (MBW), D.C.  Additionally, the Color Sergeant serves  as the Marine representative for all joint service and  White House functions when the Presidential Color is  required.  The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps is  one of the most visible Marines in our Corps.  By virtue  of this billet, the Color Sergeant is the senior sergeant  in the Marine Corps and as such serves as an example in  appearance, performance, and leadership for all noncommissioned officers to emulate. 3.  In addition to the criteria contained in the reference,  nominees must also meet the following additional requirements: 3.a.  Be a sergeant of any Marine occupational specialty. 3.b.  Be 73 to 78 inches tall. Marines that do not meet the height requirement will be considered on a case by case basis.  3.c.  Be within height/weight standards and possess  outstanding physical stamina and personal appearance. 3.d.  In the grade of sergeant and not selected for  promotion to staff sergeant. 3.e.  Have a minimum of two years obligated service  remaining at the time of execution of permanent change of  station orders to Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. 3.f.  Be eligible for a Top Secret sensitive compartmentalized information (TSCI) Yankee White (CAT II) clearance.  This process  entails a thorough background check and examination of the  applicant’s ethos, conduct, and financial history. 3.g.  Have a minimum of 18 months time on station; eligible  to report to Marine Barracks Washington D.C., ideally by  1 August 2025, but not later than 1 September 2025. 3.h.  Possess unquestionable moral character, superior  leadership, organizational skills, and the capacity to serve  as an uncompromising example for all noncommissioned officers  to follow. 4.  Nominations.  Request commanders screen qualified volunteers and submit nomination packages to MBW not later than 10 June 2025 for screening selection. 4.a.  Nominations are to include the commander's (O-5 level  endorsed) letter of recommendation with the following enclosures:   Basic Individual Record; Basic Training Record; Page 11, UPB and Page 13 of the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF); Master Brief sheet; latest fitness report; professional resume; biography; and special duty assignment financial worksheet.  Digital photos must be electronically filed in the Marine's OMPF. 4.b.  Finalists must attend a three-day selection process at MBW in  June 2025 (travel date 22 June, screening from  23-25 June, return flights booked NET 1800 on 25 June). 4.c.  MBW will assume responsibility for required travel and  associated Temporary Additional Duty (TAD) costs.  Airline travel is recommended though POV travel is authorized if advantageous to the government with regards to cost.  Government quarters and messing are directed. Rental vehicles may be authorized by the nominee’s parent command at their expense. 4.d.  Submit nominations to:  Sergeant Major Jimmy F. Richard, Marine Barracks Washington, 8th and I Streets S.E., Washington, DC 20390-5000 or via electronic correspondence at  [email protected]. Ensure command point of contact information and commercial phone numbers are provided. 5.  Telephonic inquiries are encouraged. Direct all such calls to the POC. 6.  Release authorized by Lieutenant General Paul J. Rock, Jr., Director, Marine Corps Staff.//