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Headquarters & Support Battalion

HQSB Logo
MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS WEST
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton

Headquarters and Support Battalion (HQSPTBN), Marine Corps Installations West (MCIWEST) - Marine Corps Base (MCB), Camp Pendleton (CAMPEN) provides administrative, training, and disciplinary support for personnel assigned to HQSPTBN, MCIWEST-MCB CAMPEN and affiliated organizations in order to increase operational and functional effectiveness, administrative simplicity, and utility.

Location: Building 13107

Headquarters Battalion Leaders

Portrait of Colonel Kwabena K. Gyimah
Colonel Kwabena K. Gyimah
Commanding Officer

Commanding Officer, Headquarters & Support Battalion

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Portrait of Lieutenant Colonel Karin R. Hecox
Lieutenant Colonel Karin R. Hecox

Executive Officer, Headquarters & Support Battalion

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Portrait of Sergeant Major Luis M. Ortega
Sergeant Major Luis M. Ortega
Sergeant Major

Sergeant Major, Headquarters & Support Battalion

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Mission Statement

Provide professional, accurate and timely general and personnel administration services to all Marines, Civilian Marines and Family Members.

New Join Handbook QR
HQSPTBN Welcome Aboard Packet
SECNAV M-1650.1 - Awards Manual
SECNAV M 5216.5 - Correspondence Manual
MCO P1400.32D - Marine Corps Promotion
MCO 5216.19A - AA Form Instructions
MCO 4650.39A - DTS Manual
MCO 1616.1 -JEPES Manual
DOD_4525.6M - Postal Manual

 

Location

Building 13107
The Adjutant/S-1 Office hours of operation are
Monday - Friday 0730 to 1130 and 1300 to 1630.
During the hours of 1130 to 1300
S-1 will have a phone watch to assist Marines.

The Mail Room hours of operation are
Monday - Thursday 1330 to 1530. 
Fridays - 1000 to 1400.

Contact Information

S-1 Sharepoint site
To be added to voter registration updates please email vote@usmc.mil
760-763-2904

 Headquarters & Support Battalion Operations & Training 
MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Headquarters and Support Battalion S-3 is to provide Operations and Training Support for personnel assigned to HQSPTBN. Primarily for CFT/PFT, semiannual HT/WT, annual weapons qualifications, training exercises, submitting nomination for Schools/Advance Schools, and assigning personnel to BCP.

 Location Building

 13107 (Located within IPAC Inbound First Floor)

 S-3 Officer 760-763-2041 Bldg. 13107 Rm 114A
 S-3 Chief 760-725-6272 Bldg. 13107 Rm 120
 S-3 Clerks 760-725-6088 Bldg. 13107 Rm 115
 MTU 760-763-7952 Bldg. 1360

Links

 S-3 Training Dashboard
 Plan of the Week (POTW)
 Upcoming PME Schools and Courses

Mission Statement 

The mission of the Headquarters and Support Battalion S-4 is to provide technical and logistical support for personnel assigned to HQSPTBN. Primarily for annual weapons qualifications, training exercises, retirement ceremonies, funeral details, and unit sponsored CMC/CMT courses.

Location 

Building 13107 and Building 13182 (Located across the street from IPAC Inbound)

Ground Safety

The Battalion logistics officer has been appointed cognizance over these two distinct areas. Ground Safety relates to assessing, mitigating, controlling, and supervising occupational hazards. These include implementing appropriate safety programs, issuing and enforcing the wear of job-specific personal protective equipment, etc. Force Preservation is a much broader program, which includes Ground Safety, suicide awareness training, sexual assault/harassment training, HARP forms for liberty periods, etc. The ultimate aim for both programs is to promote and foster a healthy working environment for our Marines, Sailors, and civilians while also empowering them with the knowledge and foresight to make smart, ethical decisions in their personal lives.

HQSPTBN Safety Officer 760-763-8019

Armory Mission Statement

To provide technical and logistical support for personnel assigned to the MCB Camp Pendleton Competitive Shooting Team, Honor Guard and Color Guard Teams, 11-18 Area Guard and Annual Range Qualification Training Evolutions in Headquarters & Support Battalion MCB in order to increase operational and functional effectiveness, administrative simplicity and utility. Hours of operation are from 0345-1700 unless training dictates fluctuations.

HQSPTBN Armory 760-725-5987

S-4 Officer ​ 760-763-8019 Bldg 13107 Rm 113A
S-4 Chief 760-725-2040 Bldg 13107 Rm 113B
SACO UUAM 760-763-2038 Bldg 13107 Rm 110
Embarkation Chief/Licensing Chief  760-763-5124 Bldg 13107 Rm 121
Armory Chief 760-725-5987 Bldg 13182
Embarkation Chief/Licensing Chief  760-763-5124 Bldg 13107 Rm 121
Platoon Sgt/Ammo Chief/BEQ Manager  760-725-5124 Bldg 13107 Rm 121
BEQ Manager  760-725-5124 Bldg 13107 rm 121

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of MCI-West Headquarters and Support Battalion S-6 is to provide MCEN IT Support and guidance for personnel assigned to HQSPTBN. We act as the unit Service Desk, troubleshooting minor and Major issues and support all personnel under our area of responsibility.

Location: Building 13107
HQSPT_BN_S6@usmc.mil
HQSPT BN S-6: 760-725-6505
Enterprise Service Desk: 855-373-8762

Mission

“The mission of Headquarters and Service Company is to provide administrative, training, and disciplinary support for personnel assigned to Headquarters and Support  Battalion, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton and affiliating organizations in order to increase operational and functional effectiveness, administrative simplicity, and utility.”

Organization

Headquarters and Service Company is one of four administrative companies within Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Headquarters and Service Company is comprised of over 450 Marines, Sailors and Civilians assigned to over 40 sections. Headquarters and Service Company office is located on the second deck of building 1363. Single Marines and Sailors of Headquarters and Service Company reside in Bachelor Enlisted Quarters building 13070; conveniently located next to the base theater, bowling alley, and within walking distance of the Marine Corps Country Store, chow hall, barber shop and fitness center.

Sections

  • Base Postal

  • Base Safety

  • Battalion Commanding Officer Staff

  • Chaplain Corps

  • Civilian Human Resources Office

  • Command Inspectors General Office

  • Communication Strategy and Operations

  • Comptroller Department

  • Substance Abuse Control Center

  • Information and Knowledge Management Office

  • Marine Corps Community Services

  • MCI-West G-1

  • MCI-West G-3/5

  • MCI-West G-7

  • MCI-West G-8

  • MISSO 3

  • Regional Chief of Staff

  • Regional EEO Office

  • Staff Judge Advocate

  • Western Judicial Circuit

Points of Contact

COMPANY OFFICE 760-725-5686
BARRACKS 13070 DUTY NCO 760-725-5548
H&S COMPANY COMMANDER 760-214-5574 
H&S COMPANY FIRST SERGEANT 760-846-2329 
UNIFORMED READINESS COORDINATOR 760-763-7459
BATTALION ASSISTANT OFFICER OF THE DAY (AOOD) 760-725-6271

Mission

To provide leadership, administration, training and logistical support to the personnel assigned to the company. To serve as a centralized processing point for the separation of W95 (transient) personnel from OCONUS, as well as join and adjudicate Marines in a deserter status IAW MCO P5800.16A. To serve as the administrative command to Marines in the IDES program arriving from OCONUS as they undergo the PEB process and are medically retired or separated.

Organization 

Alpha Company is one of four administrative companies within Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Alpha Company is comprised of more than 480 Marines, Sailors and Civilians assigned to 2 sections (IPAC and Separations).  Alpha Company is located on the first deck of building 13109. Single Marines and Sailors of Alpha Company reside in Bachelor Enlisted Quarters building 1396, 13070 and 220194.

Section Matrix

IPAC Headquarters
IPAC – Inbound Branch
IPAC – Outbound Branch
IPAC – Customer Service Branch
IPAC – Personnel Branch
 

Separations Platoon

Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES)
Medical Board / Performance Evaluation Board (PEB)
W95/W9P (Separations)
Long-Term Prisoners (Brig)
Deserters

POINTS OF CONTACT

A Company Office: 760-763-5205
Barracks 13109 Duty Office: 760-725-5652
A Company Commander: 760-763-1686
A Company First Sergeant: 760-725-5078
IPAC Headquarters: 760-725-5353

Mission

“The Marines of Bravo Company provide extensive service and support to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, which includes all units aboard the Base.   Bravo Company Marines specialize in the following areas: Communication and Information Systems including Base Telephone, Data Services, Communications Maintenance, and Radio Communications; Facilities and Facilities Maintenance including all new building projects aboard the Base; Logistical support including Traffic Management, Regional Contracting, Consolidated Material Service Center, Food Services, Base Property, and Base Fuels; Family Housing and Bachelor Enlisted Quarters, Environmental, Logistics Management Team-West, and West Coast Food Management.”

Organization

Bravo Company is one of four administrative companies within Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Bravo Company is comprised of over 250 Marines, Sailors and Civilians assigned to over 15 sections. Bravo Company is located on the first deck of building 1363. Single Marines and Sailors of Bravo Company reside in Bachelor Enlisted Quarters  building 2220192.

POINTS OF CONTACT

CO BCO 760-725-3950
1stSgt  BCO 760-725-4895
GySgt BCO 760-763-4500
Police Sgt BCO 760-763-4500
Clerk BCO 760-763-4009

BRAVO COMPANY SECTIONS

  • Base Food Services 

  • Field Supply & Maintenance Analysis Office

  • Billeting

  • Housing Office

  • Direct Support Stock Control

  • Logistics Department

  • Environmental Natural Resources Security

  • Legal Service Support Section

  • Facilities – Public Works

  • MCI West G-6

  • Facilities Department

  • Purchasing & Contracting Office

  • Facilities Maintenance Department

  • Traffic Management Office

  • Fallbrook Annex

  • West Coast Food Management Team

Mission

To provide Administrative Control (ADCON) over those Marines conducting security and emergency services aboard Camp Pendleton in order to prevent, deter, and mitigate threats against the installation, it’s assets, and most importantly, it’s Marines and their families.

Organization

Charlie Company is one of four administrative companies within Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations-West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.  Charlie Company is comprised of nearly 500 Marines and Civilians in what was formerly known as Security and Emergency Services (SES) Battalion, now including the Brig and Fire Department.  Charlie Company is located on the 2nd Deck of building 4100377 in the Las Flores 41 Area.  Single Marines belonging to the Company office and PMO reside in the 41 area barracks, and Brig Marines reside in 24 area barracks.

POINTS OF CONTACT

Company Office: 760-587-3733
Career Retention Specialist: 760-725-9779
Company GySgt: 760-763-2277 / 760-468-8217
Company Commander: 760-763-1413
Useful Information: https://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Staff-Agencies/Security-Emergency-Services-Battalion/

Platoon/Section Matrix

Company Office
Fire Department
Provost Marshal Office -Field Operations, Criminal Investigations (CID), Support Services, Training, Brig

This platform is designed to provide a secure and confidential way for Marines of Headquarters and Support Battalion to voice any safety concerns they may encounter in the workplace or during operations. By sharing concerns anonymously, Marines contribute to a safer environment and high standards across the board. All reports will be reviewed, and Marines have an option to request a response.

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Mission

The Career Counselor Special Staff to the Commanding Officer, is responsible for managing enlisted retention for both first-term and subsequent-term Marines.  The primary mission of the Career Planner is to advise the Commander, the principle staff and Marines on various aspects of retention and retention programs. The Career Planner assist Marines, through performance review and counseling to improve retention performance and competitiveness. The ultimate goal for the Career Planner is to assist with and process request for retention and program.     

Location 

Building 13107 Room #109
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 0730 - 1630


Contact Information

4821 Career Counselor SNCOIC
4821 Career Counselor



CP Resources and Benefits

CY24 Continuation Pay MARAMIN
Continuation Pay Checklist
BRS Continuation Pay SOU

 

TIMELINES, INCENTIVES AND COMPARISON

FY25 RETENTION TIMELINE
FY25 Retention Campaign Plan
FY24 SRBP
Change 1 FY24 SRBP
Lateral Move Opportunities *Only accessible with your valid CAC login.*
$ Active Duty Blended Retirement System (BRS) Continuation Pay (CP)
Military Civilian Comparison pay

 

SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENTS

SDA Campaign
SDA Financial Incentives
FY 2024 SDA Schedule
Marine Security Guard (MSG)
Drill Instructor Duty MCRD San Diego
Drill Instructor Duty MCRD Parris Island
Volunteering for Recruiting website
Recruiting Station Incentive (RSI) Preference for Recruiting Duty
Combat Instructor Duty SOI (W)
Combat Instructor Duty SOI (E)

 

FURTHERING EDUCATION

Tuition Assistance
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
How to re-take your ASVAB
Title: United Services Military Services Apprenticeship Program (USMAP)
U.S. Naval War College Online Professional Military Education
Regional and Culture Studies Program (RCSP) (formerly RCLF)

 

Active-duty to Reserves Opportunities

Direct Affiliation Program “Up to $25,000”

 

ENLISTED TO OFFICER PROGRAMS  REMOVING INCORRECT DOCS AND FIT-REPS

BOARD FOR CORRECTIONS OF NAVAL RECORDS
Performance Evaluation Review Board (PERB)

 

Marine Corps Tattoo Policy

Marine Corps Tattoo Policy

 

CONTACT us for information contact your respective Career Planner
MCIWEST-MCB Camp Pendleton SNCOIC

MSgt Barcenas 760-763-1949

 

HQSPT Bn MCB Camp Pendleton

GySgt Gonzalez 760-763-6731
Sgt Davis 760-725-6367
Sgt Holt  760-725-6367

 

H&HS MCAS Camp Pendleton

SSgt Barragan  760-763-8987
SSgt Benavidez  760-763-8987

 

H&HS MCAS Miramar

SSgt Isabella  858-307-8682
Sgt Manwarren  858-307-8682
Sgt Peleras  858-307-8682

 

H&HS MCAS Yuma

GySgt Moraherrera  928-269-2122
Sgt Urincho  928-269-2122

 

SES Bn

SSgt Regehr  760-725-9779

 

MCLB Barstow

Sgt Esquivel  760-577-6342 

CONTACT US

MCI West Headquarters and Support Bn Bldg 13107

Staff Sergeant Robert l. Fitzgerald III
robert.fitzgerald@usmc.mil
Phone: Cell: 773-848-7225
Office: 760-725-6896

Equal Opportunity Advisor Marine Corps Installation-West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton

Gunnery Sergeant  Donovan SalterGreen 
donovan.saltergreen@usmc.mil
Office: 760-725-5742
Cell: 760-468-3002

Building 13131
Command Inspector General's Office
P.O. Box 555010
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-501

MCCS AREA COORDINATOR

Denise A. Viera Denise.viera@usmc.mil
760-815-6231

Location

MCI West Camp Pendleton
MCCS Operations
Box 555020 Bldg 1160 Rm 264
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Mission Statement

The URC program is dedicated to providing you with the support you need to successfully balance the challenges of a military lifestyle. Family readiness directly affects the fundamental purpose of the Marine Corps by building commitment and raising morale, thereby increasing unit readiness. Spouses, parents and all family members play an important role in the lives of our Marines and your contribution to Headquarters and Support Battalion is vital. The URC team is here to help everyone be proactive and ready at all times.

Location:

Building 13107 Room 112

 

Upcoming Events

Events to be updated soon

Mission Statement

The Religious Ministry Teams of MCIWEST-MCB Camp Pendleton contribute to the mission-readiness of the force by providing professional, innovative ministry across the religious spectrum that enhances the spiritual, moral, relational maturity and resilience of its Marines, Sailors, their families and authorized users.

Location: Building 1161

Contact information:

Priest FR. Jude  714-747-7934
Chaplain LTJG Harrison  760-725-5322 / 760-815-7764
RP RP2 Naves  760-725-5322

Types of Services:

Catholic Daily Mass /1140 Monday-Thursday / Marine Memorial chapel, Bldg 1161
Catholic Mass / 0800 Sunday / Marine Memorial chapel, Bldg 1161
Protestant Service / 1030 Sunday / Marine Memorial chapel, Bldg 1161
Bible Study / 1700 Monday / Marine Memorial chapel, Bldg 1161
Chaplains Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 0800 – 1600
Photos: TBD

Additional Information

Retreats:
CREDO MCIWEST
RP2 Diggs
Main Office:  760-725-4954 / 760-725-2255
MCCS:  www.mccscp.com/credomciwest
Like us on Facebook:  CREDO MCIWEST
Follow us on Instagram:  @CREDO_MCIWEST

Mission Statement

The mission of the IMA Program is to provide a source of pre-trained and qualified members of the Selected Reserve to fill individual military billets which augment Active Component units of the Marine Corps. The IMA program is designed to provide the Commander with the capability of a fully trained contingency force.

Location

MCIWEST, Building 1160 Room 160 Camp Pendleton CA, 11 Area

Office Hours 0800 to 1600

Contact Information

Gunnery Sergeant Cesar Sandoval/MCI-West G-1 RLO Administrative
Chief-Reserve Integrator/Office Number: (760) 763-3157/3155/5250

Sergeant Raymond A. Ramirez/MCI-West Reserve Integrator/Office Number: (760) 763-3157/3155/5250

G-1 RLO OMB: MCIWESTG-1RLO@usmc.mil
Reserve program manager billet is vacant
Mailing address
MCIWEST-MCB CAMP PEDLETON
BOX 555010 BLDG 1160
CAMP PEDLETON CA 92055-5010

CG'S SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE (SAPR) POLICY STATEMENT

To speak with a SARP Victim Advocate Please call Camp Pendleton 24/7 Sexual Assault Support Line: 760-500-1707

Reporting:

Knowing Your Options
Service members and military dependents (18 years and older) have two options when it comes to reporting sexual assault: Unrestricted or Restricted Reporting. The victim will need to fill out a DD form 2910  with assistance from a Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) Victim Advocate (VA), or Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC).

Unrestricted Reporting – is recommended for victims who desire al law enforcement investigation, enlists the support of the chain of command, and provides a victim with access to ALL supportive service options:
-Advocacy Services (support, information, referral, and accompaniment)
-Medical/Counseling Services
-Victims' Legal Counsel
-Military Protective Order
-Civilian Protective Order
-Expedited Transfer
-CATCH Program when the name of suspect is not known by law enforcement

For an Unrestricted Report - Victims can disclose a sexual assault to the following people:
-SAPR  Victim Advocate 
-Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
-Healthcare Personnel
-Chaplain
-Victims' Legal Counsel
-Chain of Command
-Law Enforcement 

With Unrestricted Report, knowledge of the sexual assault is limited to those with an official need-to-know.

In the event of an independent investigation that is initiated by a third party reporting from a source other than the victim. The victims can elect not to participate in the investigation by signing a 540k Victim Preference Letter. The investigation may continue their investigation without the victim’s participation or the MCIO may agree to close the investigation. Speak to your SARC or SAPR VA for further information regarding the 540k Victim Preference Letter.

Restricted Reporting - is available for Service members and their SAPR eligible military dependents 18 years of age or older. Restricted Reports allows the victim to confidential disclose their sexual assault to certain individuals, does not trigger an investigation or command involvement, and allows the victim to access THESE supportive service options: 
-Advocacy Services (support, information, referral, and accompaniment)
-Medical/Counseling Services
-Victims' Legal Counsel
-CATCH Program

A victim can choose to convert a Restricted Report to Unrestricted at any time. However, once an Unrestricted Report is made, the Restricted Reporting option is no longer available.

Victims may still elect a Restricted Report if they did not personally report the sexual assault to law enforcement, including MCIOS, and/or did not previously elect to make an Unrestricted Report by signing a DD Form 2910 on the same sexual assault incident.

In the event a victim or third party discloses a Restricted Report to the command, it does not negate the command from the standard notification and reporting responsibilities. The commander will not ask SARC for details nor will they speak to the victim about the incident.   

For a Restricted Report - ** Some state and local laws require healthcare personnel to disclose sexual assault incidents to law enforcement. NDAA FY 16 Section 536 preempts mandatory reporting laws if the victim reports to an MTF first, thereby preserving the Restricted Reporting option. Your SAPR VA can help you navigate your state and local laws.

Resources 

Safe Helpline www.SafeHelpline.org
DoD Sexual Assault Helpline: 877-995-5247

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office
www.sapr.mil

Marine Corps Community Services SAPR
www.mccscp.com/sapr

Additional Resources/Contact Numbers:|
**For emergencies, dial 911 immediately**
H&S BN Chaplain: 760-725-2929
Community Counseling Center (Camp Pendleton) : 760-763-3222

Substance Abuse Control Officer Mission

Substance Abuse Control Officer provides substance abuse education/prevention, urinalysis screening and assistance to the Commander on substance abuse related matters. The Substance Abuse Program utilizes evidence-based programming and practices, including prevention education, early intervention initiatives, counseling, and drug and alcohol deterrent activities in order to promote overall health and mission readiness.

Alcohol Use

The Marine Corps objective is to eliminate alcohol abuse. Combating the debilitating threat posed by alcohol abuse and alcohol dependency on both Marines and mission readiness requires a total commitment from all levels of leadership. Leaders must be alert to characteristics of alcohol abuse and with the symptoms of the disease of alcohol dependency. All leaders must not in any way promote or condone alcohol misuse.
 

Drug Use

The use of illegal drugs undermines the effective performance of Marines and is contrary to the Marine Corps' Mission. Acts of use, possession, trafficking, or distribution of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia will not be tolerated. These offenses must be dealt with swiftly and effectively to the fullest extent provided for by law and regulations. Civilians engaging in such acts will be detained and turned over to a local law enforcement agency for prosecution under the applicable criminal statutes.

 

Suggested Resources

SACO Office: 760-725-6380
Building 13107

Military One Source http://www.militaryonesource.com/

A.A. Group...Where it all begins
The Alcoholics Anonymous that is held in the Battalion Classroom has been postponed due to COVID conditions.
 

Guidance

Commanding Officer's Substance Abuse Policy Letter
SECNAVINST 5300.28E - Military Substance Abuse Prevention and Control
MCO 5300.17 – Marine Corps Substance Abuse Program
MCO 1700.22G – Alcoholic Beverage Control in the Marine Corps
MCO 1900.16 W/ CH 1 – Separation and Retirement Manual

MISSION STATEMENT

The supply section provides direct supply support to HQSPT Battalion to include the procurement, storage control, security, issue, recovery and redistribution of all supplies and equipment. Additionally, plan and execute the annual budget and process FLIPL (Missing Gear Statements) and pay checkages.
Location: Building 13143
Contact: 760-725-6380

Documentation: **NOTE: all forms must be routed to Marine’s Company Commander for signature before MCX will issue uniforms items**

FLIPL (Missing gear statement)

NAVMC 6 TEMPLATE
DD FORM 200 TEMPLATE

I&I Orders

Male 604 I&I large issue
Female 604 I&I large issue

Forms for damaged Combat Utility Uniform in the Fleet 6 months or less (orders must be presented)

Male 604
Female 604

Forms for pregnant Marines (Naval Hospital form showing pregnancy must be presented)
Pregnant 604

Headquarters and Support Battalion Unit Transition Coordinator (UTC)
 

SSgt Patrick
BLDG 13143
760-725-6380

LtCol Grzincic is the Regional Victim and Witness Liaison Officer (RVWLO) for MCI-West and acts as the Commander, MCI-West's manager for the VWAP in the USMC Western Region. Maj Steven Evans is the Installation Victim and Witness Liaison Officer (IVWLO) for MCB Camp Pendleton and acts as the Commander, MCB Camp Pendleton’s manager for the VWAP aboard the installation.  In that capacity, Maj Evans chairs the VWAP Council, manages and maintains a list of all unit Victim Witness Assistance Coordinators and other base Victim Witness Representatives, tracks all services provided and is the central point of contact for the installation program.
Pursuant to Marine Corps Directives, each office or agency which provides services to victims and witnesses (see list below) appoints a Victim Witness Assistance Representative and each unit (Battalion and Squadron level and above) appoints a Victim Witness Assistance Coordinator (VWAC).  The VWAC and other representatives are responsible for that unit or office’s part of the base VWAP.
Maj Evans can be contacted at 760-763-5209.

About

MCB Camp Pendleton’s Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) is designed to ensure victims and witnesses of crime are treated with fairness and dignity and are afforded their rights throughout the criminal justice process – from the first report of a crime through any period of confinement adjudged by a court-martial.

The Marine Corps VWAP instruction is MCO 5800.16

Mission

The Marine Corps executes a professional Victim and Witness Assistance Program in order to reduce the trauma, frustration, and inconvenience experienced by victims and witnesses of crime; inform victims of their statutory rights; and assist victims and witness in understanding the military justice process.

Victim’s Rights

(1) To be treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy.
(2) To be reasonably protected from the accused.
(3) To be notified of any decision to dispose of an allege offense at court-martial, NJP or ADSEP proceedings.
(4) To be present at all public court-martial, NJP, and ADSEP proceedings, unless the court or legal advisor, after receiving clear and convincing evidence, determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at the proceeding.  This right does not obligate the government to pay for expenses incurred by the victim to be present.
(5) To be reasonably heard at any public proceeding involving release, plea, sentencing, or parole of the accused.  This right does not obligate the government to pay for expenses incurred by the victim to be present. 
(6) To confer with the attorney for the Government in the case. 
(7) To receive information about the conviction, sentence, confinement, and release of the accused. 
(8) To be notified of the apprehension of an accused, the initial appearance of an accused before a military judge, the release of the accused pending court-martial, any escape of the accuse, and the time and location of any trial, NJP, or ADSEP proceedings (including entry of guilty pleas and sentencing).
(9) To proceedings free from unreasonable delay.
(10) To receive available restitution.

MCB Camp Pendleton’s Unit Victim and Witness Assistance Coordinators

A Unit VWAC is the command’s primary point of contact for victim and witness assistance matters.  In conjunction with the VWLO, VWACs coordinate victim and witness assistance matters within their unit.  Victims and witnesses should not hesitate to contact their unit’s VWAC for more information, assistance, or to help get in contact with victim and witness assistance services. 

Regional Victim Witness Liaison Officer LtCol Grzincic  760-725-9700
Installation Victim Witness Liaison Officer Maj Evans  760-763-5209
MCI-W H&S Bn GySgt Torres  760-725-0512

Base Services For Victims and Witnesses
Victim Legal Counsel

The Marine Corps Victims’ Legal Counsel Organization is fully committed to providing legal advice, representation to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and other serious crimes, in order to protect victims’ rights at all stages of the military justice process.
760-207-8833

Chaplain

MCB Camp Pendleton Chaplain's offer counseling, religious ministries, and related services to victims & witnesses upon request. 760-725-4700

Legal Assistance

The MCB Camp Pendleton Legal Assistance Office provides legal assistance for family matters such as divorce and child support and can provide referral to civilian attorneys when needed.760-725-6558

Prosecution/Military Justice Office

The MCB Camp Pendleton’s Military Justice Office provides legal advice and support to all MCB Camp Pendleton’s tenant commands in the prosecution of Marines and sailors in general, special, and summary courts-martial.  Rights and services afforded by the military justice office to victims and witnesses during the criminal trial process include: the right to be present at all public court proceedings, the right to be contacted about the proposed dismissal of any and all charges, the right to be consulted on decisions not to prosecute, the right to be contacted regarding the proposed terms of any negotiated plea, and the right to be notified of the acceptance of a guilty plea, or any conviction, sentencing and imprisonment of the accused. 760-760-4165

MCB Camp Pendleton Criminal Investigation and Law Enforcement

NCIS, CID, and PMO provide investigative services for criminal offenses.  Criminal investigators and law enforcement personnel are responsible for providing victims and witnesses of crimes with the initial information under the VWAP and ensuring they have points of contact for all available services and assistance under the VWAP.
NCIS 760-725-5158
CID 760-763-2796
PMO 760-763-2796

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

SARC coordinates all the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) activities about MCB Camp Pendleton and is a point of contact for victims of sexual assault. 760-500-1707

Medical

MCB Camp Pendleton’s Naval Hospital provides medical services for military personnel and dependents.760-725-1288

Marine Family Services

Behavioral Health – 760-719-3312
Victim Advocacy Program – 760-500-1707
Family Advocacy Program-  760-725-9051 
For more details on Marine Family Services, Marine & Family Support (usmc-mccs.org)

Crime Victim Compensation Funds

California Victims Fund Website: CalVCB - CA Victim Compensation Board

Local civilian services

Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-787-3224
California victim services unit: 877-433-9069
California Office of Child Abuse Prevention: 916-651-6960 
San Diego County Department of Social Services: 866-262-9881
San Diego County Victim Advocate: 619-531-4041
Orange County Victim Advocate: 714-834-3600

Additional Resources

For additional resources, links, and forms, visit the VWAP site at HQ Marine Corps by clicking here.

Directives

Department of Defense Instruction 1030.2 - Victim and Witness Assistance Procedures
Department of Defense Instruction 1342.24 - Transitional Compensation for Abused Dependents
Department of Defense Instruction 6400.07 - Standards for Victim Assistance Services in the Military Community
Secretary of the Navy Instruction 5800.11B - Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP)
Marine Corps Order 1752.5C - Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program
Marine Corps Order 5800.16 - Victim-Witness Assistance Program 

Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Requests

If you are a service member or family member of a service member living away from your state of legal voting residence, you must complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in order to register to vote or request an absentee ballot. For state by state instructions on completing the FPCA, and mailing addresses upon completion, click here. If you have any questions, please contact your Unit Voting Assistance Officer or the Marine Corps Voting Hotline.

UVAO (Unit Voting Assistance Officer) 760-725-0512 
Location: Building 13107 Room 104

VOTING DOCUMENTS / LINKS

Presidential Voting Process Made Simple
Registration and Absentee Ballot Request
Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot Instructions
Federal Voting Assistance Program
Elections Guidance

Contacts

MCIWEST - MCB CAMPEN IVAO 760-725-6252
MCIWEST - MCB CAMPEN ASSISTANT IVAO 760-763-8305
MCAS CAMPEN IVAO 760-725-8651
HQSPTBN UVAO 760-725-6505
SCTYBN UVAO 760-763-2277
AASBN UVAO 760-763-6087
SOI WEST UVAO 760-725-7807
FWTB UVAO 760-725-2404
NHCP UVAO 760-725-1660
MCTSSA UVAO 760-725-2835
RSU UVAO 760-763-7159
DENTAL BN UVAO 760-725-4950
I MEF UVAO 760-725-9261
1st MARDIV UVAO 760-725-3622
1st MLG UVAO 760-725-1830
 

MISSION

The Medical Case Management Advisor administers health service programs for Marines assigned to Headquarters and Service Battalion, MCI West, Camp Pendleton only.  Provides administrative support for Marines on light duty, Limited Duty, or referred to a Physical Evaluation Board (PEB).

All others please contact your command Deploy-ability / LIMDU Coordinator, or the Regional IDES office at 760-725-1434.
Location: Building 13107 room# 119
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 0730 – 1530
Phone: 760-763-2416

HELPFUL LINKS

IDES Tool Kit - IDES Toolkit (marines.mil)
IDES Pocket guide - IDES Pocket Guide (Fourth Edition) 2018 - Released.pdf (marines.mil)

 

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