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Scope and Applicability.

This instruction applies only to the use of command senior enlisted leaders. Command senior enlisted leaders with Navy enlisted classifications (NEC) 8CMC, 8CSC, or 8COB are detailed by the Navy Personnel Command (NAVPERSCOM) with specific delineation of their status in individual permanent change of station orders.

Purpose.

To issue procedures for selection, assignment, and utilization of Command Senior Enlisted Leaders (CSEL) at all levels, including Fleet Master Chief (FLTCM), Force Master Chief (FORCM), Command Master Chief (CMDCM), Chief of the Boat (COB), and Command Senior Chief (CMDCS). Major changes include:

a. Additional overarching guidance that encompasses the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON), FLTCMs, FORCMs, CMDCMs, COBs, and CMDCSs. Additionally, this revision establishes two new chapters outlining the Command Senior Enlisted Leader Management Office (CSELMO) and nominative CSEL processes, establishes new minimum time in service (TIS) requirements for the CSEL program, modifies CMDCM high year tenure (HYT) length of service gates, as well as discusses tour lengths and adjustments for all CSELs.

b. This instruction is a complete revision and should be reviewed in its entirety.