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Marine Corps Officer Program 8th District-Marine Corps Officer Program

Marine Corps Officer Program 8th District

  • Job Title: Marine Corps Officer Program
  • Details
    • Employer: Marine Corps Officer Program 8th District
    • Location: Flexible/Negotiable
    • Functions: Accounting & Audit, Administration & Office Support, Artificial Intelligence, Data & Analytics (AI/ML, Data Science, Data Engineering), Arts, Design & Creative (includes UX/UI), Community & Social Services, Compliance & Risk Management, Consulting & Strategy (includes M&A), Customer Success, Sales & Solutions Engineering, Cybersecurity & Information Security, Engineering – Aerospace & Marine, Engineering – Biomedical & Biochemical, Engineering – Chemical & Materials, Engineering – Civil & Structural, Engineering – Electrical, Electronics & Hardware, Engineering – Energy & Natural Resources, Engineering – Environmental & Sustainability, Engineering – Mechanical, Industrial & Manufacturing, Executive Leadership & General Management, Finance (Corporate, FP&A, Treasury), Food, Hospitality & Events, Healthcare – Clinical Care, Healthcare – Clinical & Patient Research, Human Resources, L&D & DEI, Talent Acquisition, Investment & Asset Management, IT Systems, Networking & Cloud, Legal (Counsel & Support), Logistics, Supply Chain & Procurement, Manufacturing, Production & Quality Assurance, Marketing, Communications & Media (incl. PR, Writing, Publishing, Entertainment), Nursing, Operations Management, Product, Program & Project Management, Public Health & Epidemiology, Public Policy & Government Affairs, Science & Laboratory Research, Teaching & Instruction (K-12, Higher Ed), Other
    • Industries: Accounting, Aerospace & Defense, Agriculture, Architecture, Design & Construction, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Arts, Culture & Music, Automotive, Banking – Investment Banking, Banking – Commercial, Retail & Digital, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Business & Professional Services, Chemicals & Materials Science, Consulting, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Cybersecurity, Education, Engineering & Manufacturing, Entertainment, Media, & Communicatons, Environmental & Sustainability, Fashion & Apparel, Financial Services – Asset & Wealth Management, Financial Services – Private Equity & Venture Capital, Food & Beverage, Government & Public Sector, Healthcare – Research, Public Health & Policy, Healthcare (Providers, Services & MedTech), Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Technology, Insurance, Legal Services & Law Firms, Logistics, Transportation & Supply Chain, Mining, Energy & Utilities, Non-Profit / NGOs, Real Estate & Property Management, Religious & Faith-Based Organizations, Retail & E-Commerce, Venture-Backed Startups, Other
    • Salary: 85000.00 – 250000.00 USD per year
    • Type of Job: Full Time
    • Anticipated Job Start Date:
  • Description:

Commissioning Path: Platoon Leaders Class (PLC) or Officer Candidate Course (OCC)

Role Summary

The 8th District Officer Selection Teams are looking for high-caliber leaders from across the Southwest to commission as Second Lieutenants. As a Marine Officer, you will lead a platoon of Marines in diverse operational environments. This is a leadership-intensive role designed for those who want to manage complex systems and lead people in high-stakes, mission-critical scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

    • Command & Control: Direct and coordinate the activities of 40+ Marines in ground, air, or logistical combat elements.
    • Strategic Planning: Develop operational orders and manage millions of dollars in government equipment and resources.
    • Personnel Development: Oversee the training, welfare, and administrative readiness of your assigned unit.
    • Physical & Mental Readiness: Maintain the 8th District’s high standards for the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and leadership ethics.

Qualifications

    • U.S. Citizenship: Required for security clearance.
    • Education: Full-time students at accredited 4-year universities or recent graduates.
    • Testing: Minimum 22 ACT, 1000 SAT (Critical Reading/Math), or 120 EL Score on the ASVAB.
    • Physicality: Must pass the PFT and meet Marine Corps height/weight standards.
    • Location: Must be able to attend summer training at Officer Candidates School in Quantico, VA.

Benefits

    • Competitive Salary: Total compensation (Base Pay + Housing Allowance) often exceeds $68,000–$72,000 annually upon commissioning.
    • Paid Summer Training: PLC students earn competitive pay during summer breaks without interrupting the academic semester.
    • Full Benefits: 100% healthcare and dental coverage for officers and their families.
    • Travel: Global opportunities for deployment and specialized training.

 

Contact Information

Name: Captain Claude Macari
Email: claude.macari@marines.usmc.mil