November - December 2017 The November - December 2017 edition of The Mustang Lariat highlights major policy changes, leadership transitions, mentorship initiatives, and professional development for the Limited Duty Officer (LDO) and Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) community. The issue emphasizes the importance of staying engaged, upholding professional standards, and preparing future Mustangs.
Leadership Changes & Community Updates – RADM Cozad takes over as sponsor, new OCM leadership transitions, and a push for LDOs to be commissioned as permanent officers.
Major Policy Advancements – NAVADMIN 157/17 changes the Officer Summary Group (OSG) for FITREPS, laying the groundwork for the Revised Competitive Category (RCC) promotion system in FY21.
Mentorship Initiative Expanded – The LDO/CWO Academy will now provide class rosters to senior leadership in advance for mentor assignments.
Board of Directors (BOD) Initiatives – The BOD now meets quarterly to address ongoing challenges, including application integrity, sponsorship programs, and community engagement.
Strategic Readiness Review Clarified – The review does not recommend eliminating LDOs at O4-O6 but suggests adjusting control grade limits to allow for more URL officers.
Integrity & Professionalism Focus – Officers are urged to maintain high ethical standards, with an emphasis on self-policing misconduct within the community.
Recruiting & Application Process Improvements – The LDO/CWO In-Service Procurement Board (ISPB) aims to refine application procedures and reduce common errors.
Reserve LDO/CWO Recruitment Efforts – New initiatives are in place to increase awareness and applications for the Reserve Component.
Nuclear LDO/CWO Updates – Fleet Nuclear LDO career paths are being refined, with emphasis on filling key positions and increasing inventory.
Career Development & Training – Officers are encouraged to take advantage of roadshows, mentorship programs, and leadership development opportunities.
The Mustang Lariat remains a vital resource for the LDO/CWO community, ensuring officers stay informed, prepared, and actively engaged in shaping their careers and the future of the Navy.
