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GUARD COMPANY

  • Guard Company Marines’ quick thinking and response help save pedestrian’s life

    On November 7, 2020, Marines with Guard Company responded to an accident at the corner of 9th & I Streets SE, only a few feet from their post. The Marines’ quick thinking and even quicker response allowed D.C. first responders the ability to administer immediate care to the woman and helped to ensure she survived the tragic accident. Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Belko and Cpl. Denny Bohne were among the first Marines on site, and Lt. Leo Ruiz and Firefighter Glenn Hanna with D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services, Engine 18, were the first responders to the scene. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Tanner D. Lambert)

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  • "Did You Know" Series Pt.6

    This week’s episode of our “Did You Know” Series highlights the Marines of Guard Company. Like other Marine Corps installations, security at the Barracks is provided by Marines. However, the Marines of Guard Company have unique opportunities to provide security at the highest level. Check out what LCpl. Mitchell Wilbourn has to say about being in Guard Company!

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  • Before the Lights - Guard Company

    Corporal Mont Lynch and Lance Cpl. Brandon Knouff, guard Marines at Marine Barracks Washington, outline the duties and responsibilities of Guard Company. These Marines go through intense training and rigorous qualifications to guarantee they maintain installation security – ensuring the safety of our Marines and guests is priority. (U.S. Marine Corps video By Lance Cpl. Mark Morales)

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MISSION

 

 Guard Company ensures the security of government and private property, protection of personnel, preservation of order, and immediate security response approved and directed by the Commanding Officer, Marine Barracks Washington (MBW), D.C. Additionally, Guard Company screens, trains, and evaluates qualified personnel for presidential support duty with Marine Security Company, Camp David, White House Communications Agency (WHCA), and the White House Sentry Program (WHSP).

A Marine with Guard Company, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., stands his post outside of the Home of the Commandants

Become a Guard Marine

 

 

In addition to screening candidates for the Presidential Support Duty at the east and west coast Marine Corps Recruit Depots, the Presidential Support Program seeks to bolster its numbers by recruiting highly qualified candidates from the Active Component (AC) in the ranks of Sergeant and below. Marines that apply do not need to be in the 8152 OCCFIELD, as this billet can be attained upon selection, but must have attained the MOS of 03XX in the Marine Corps.

In order to be considered, potential PSP candidates should first reach out to the Presidential Support Program Coordinator so that the Section can ascertain whether you meet certain baseline requirements (outlined below). After you complete an initial screening, potential candidates must assemble a screening package and submit it to the Commanding Officer, Marine Barracks Washington D.C. If approved by ones’ monitor, candidates will then receive PCS orders to Marine Barracks Washington or Basic Security Guard School (BSG) if necessary.

The Section is looking for quality individuals of immaculate character, who possess a high degree of maturity, self-discipline, motivation and drive.

All further inquiries can be answered by calling the Presidential Support Program Recruiting Coordinator or by directing such calls to the Guard Company 1stSgt at (202) 433-4197.