Manpower Plans and Policy Division (MP)

Who We Are

The Manpower Plans and Policy Division at Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC) is dedicated to developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and strategies that ensure a ready, capable, and resilient force. We are committed to supporting the recruitment, retention, and development of personnel to meet the dynamic needs of the Marine Corps, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and operational readiness. Through data-driven planning, comprehensive policy development, and a focus on the well-being and professional growth of all Marines, we enable the Corps to fulfill its mission today and in the future.
 

Areas of Responsibility

• Determine the allocation, distribution and use of all Marine Corps manpower, uniformed and civilian.

• Develop uniformed and civilian manpower policy.

• Prepare the manpower budget estimates and justification.

• Maintain liaison with external agencies in manpower matters and administer and coordinate the overall Marine Corps productivity improvement and total quality leadership efforts.

• Develop manpower plans and programs for accession, classification, promotion, and retention of active component personnel.

Manage the Civilian Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
 

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