MCO 3821.2 — The Defense Attache System (das)

MCO 3821.2 governs U.S. Marine Corps Reserve participation in the Defense Attaché System and the Reserve Attaché Program.

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  • Publication number: MCO 3821.2
  • Title: THE DEFENSE ATTACHE SYSTEM (DAS)
  • Date: 9 Jul 2009
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: New

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MCO 3821.2 covers program structure, officer and enlisted billets, duties, applications, training, mobilization, and administration. It requires specified application materials and mandatory qualifications for Reserve Attaché billets.

Topics covered

  • Defense Attaché System participation
  • Reserve Attaché billets
  • Reserve Attaché duties
  • Application requirements
  • Reserve Attaché training
  • Mobilization
  • USDAO support

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of the Marine Reserve Attaché Program?

The Marine Reserve Attaché Program was established to complement and augment the active duty Attaché program. Reserve Marines will be trained and available to contribute the maximum practical support to collection, operations, and management responsibilities of the DIA/Defense Attaché (DA) geographic country officers, functional divisions, and DAOs worldwide. (paragraph 2)

How long are Reserve Attaché IMA tour lengths?

Due to the training requirements for Reserve Attachés, IMA tour lengths are five (5) years vice the standard three (3) years for regular active duty personnel. (paragraph 3)

What must Reserve Attaché applications include?

Applications will consist of the following: Reserve Qualification Summary (RQS), Military Resume, and Civilian Resume. (paragraph 6)

What security clearance is mandatory for Reserve Officer Attaché applicants?

Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance. (paragraph 1)

What mobilization availability is required for Reserve Officer Attaché applicants?

Available for mobilization and not a key employee of another organization which would preclude mobilization. (paragraph 1)

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