MCO 12451.2D — Honorary Awards For Civilian Employees

MCO 12451.2D governs procedures for requesting and submitting honorary awards for Marine Corps civilian employees.

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  • Publication number: MCO 12451.2D
  • Title: HONORARY AWARDS FOR CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
  • Date: 7 Nov 2016
  • Proponent: 12000 Civilian Personnel
  • Status: Current

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It covers recognition for exceptional contributions by Appropriated Fund and Non-Appropriated Fund civilian employees. It requires timely submissions, nomination materials, award citations, and adherence to award criteria.

Applies to: This Order is applicable to Appropriated Fund and Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) workforce.

Topics covered

  • Honorary awards
  • Civilian employee recognition
  • Award submission process
  • Nomination packages
  • Departmental awards
  • Award citations

Questions and answers

How far in advance should honorary award nominations be submitted?

Nomination packages and awards request should be submitted three months in advance of the proposed presentation date to allow sufficient time for processing. (paragraph 4)

How should honorary awards be presented?

Honorary awards should be presented in a timely manner to ensure recognition of an awardee at an appropriate ceremony. (paragraph 4)

What is the maximum length for a DCSA award citation?

Concise language to accurately state reason for granting the award (not to exceed 12 lines with 75 characters per line, or exceed 200 words total for the DCSA). (paragraph 2)

Can Marine Corps NAF employees receive monetary awards from appropriated funds?

Marine Corps NAF employees may not receive monetary awards paid from appropriated funds. (paragraph 6)

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