MCO 12250.3 governs civilian Human Resources and civilian HR Information Technology systems management in the United States Marine Corps.
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It covers strategic planning, workforce shaping, equal employment opportunity support, organizational management, workforce analysis, human capital assessment, recruiting programs, on-boarding, and staffing. It requires commanders, commanding officers, and Headquarters Marine Corps Staff Agency Heads to implement the Order, while managers and supervisors must ensure adherence to its policies and procedures.
As the Technical Authority, the DCHR is responsible for the interpretation and application of HR regulations, policies, programs, and processes on behalf of the Marine Corps. (paragraph 1)
Commanders, Commanding Officers, and Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC) Staff Agency Heads shall implement this Order, including the requirements of the references and enclosures, and shall ensure subordinates are familiar with its contents and requirements. (paragraph 2)
Managers and supervisors must ensure adherence to the policies and procedures set forth in this Order, including its references and enclosures, to assist in meeting the Commander’s Intent. (paragraph 2)
Civilian HROs shall be established and aligned, within the organizational structure, as special staff offices under the Commanding General or a Marine Corps Region. (paragraph 4)
Civilian HROs shall be consulted and participate in all planning and operational activities related to the delivery and assessment of HR and HR IT systems and services; command-level strategic workforce planning and management; and the development and issuance of civilian APF workforce HR and HR IT policies, programs, processes, plans, reorganizations and mission changes. (paragraph 4)