Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program

Established in 1801, Marine Barracks Washington, is the "Oldest Post of the Corps" and has been the residence of every commandant of the Marine Corps since 1806. The selection of the site for the Barracks was a matter of personal interest to President Thomas Jefferson, who rode through Washington with Lt. Col. William Ward Burrows, the second commandant of the Marine Corps, in search of a suitable location. The site now occupied was approved due to its proximity to the Washington Navy Yard and because it was within easy marching distance of the Capitol.
Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.
8th & I

The Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program (MCEAP) was established by the Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC) for the purpose of relieving General and Flag Officers (G/FOs) of those minor tasks and details which, if performed by the G/FOs, would be at the expense of the G/FOs primary military and other official duties and responsibilities.

The enlisted personnel assigned to the MCEAP are volunteers and assigned at the discretion of the CMC. Due to the high levels of visibility associated with this program, only Marines who demonstrate exceptional levels of professionalism and maturity will be considered for assignment.

Marine Corps Enlisted Aide (MCEA) authorizations are based on official representational duties and not grade or title. The G/FO must occupy military housing to be eligible for a MCEA.  The MCEA is assigned to and supports only an authorized GO officer; line of authority must remain clear and solely between the GO officer and the EA. Consequently, enlisted aide duties must relate to the military and other official duties and responsibilities to include assisting in discharging the DoD representational responsibilities associated with the assigned positions, and, thereby, serve a necessary military purpose.

JOIN THE ENLISTED AIDES

MARADMIN 589/24

Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Example of Completed Package

Written Submission Letter

Commanding Officer's Screening/Interview Guide - Independent Duty

Commanding Officer's Financial Worksheet (1326)

Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program Administrative Action (5216)

 

BILLET REQUIREMENTS

1. Be a Food Service Specialist PMOS 3381 

2. Active Duty Corporal through Staff Sergeant 

3. Must be within height/weight standards 

4. Must have a 1st Class PFT and CFT

5. Must be eligible for reenlistment

6. Eligible to PCS

7. Must be eligible for a Secret Clearance

8. Must be PME complete in grade

9. Must have a valid drivers license 

10. Must possess a U.S. Citizenship and/or willing to relinquish dual citizenship, if applicable 

Program Manager/OIC 
Mr. Brian Brazil       
Email: brian.brazil@usmc.mil  
Desk: 202-433-2523

MCEAP SNCOIC
GySgt Blanquivett Cuz     
Email: blanquivett.cuz@usmc.mil
Desk: 202-433-3722          

MCEAP Training Chief
Sgt Kenyon Roberts
Email: kenyon.roberts@usmc.mil
Desk: 202-433-2723

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MCEAP Parade Prep

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program (MCEAP) prepare food for the reception held before the Friday Evening Parade in the Marine...

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B.E.S.T. In Class

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevona Kelly, trainee in the Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program, garnishes a salad for a luncheon hosted by the Marine Corps...

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Culinary Institute of America

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program pose with their instructor after completing a cake decorating course at the Culinary...

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Mastering Their Craft

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Samantha Baldamusapaasche, enlisted aide, decorates a cupcake during a cake decorating course at the Culinary Institute of...