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OFFICER BRANCH NEWS (CONT'D)

Take aways from 24-02: Ensure your AIM2 resume is updated prior to
-Make sure EFMP/MACP is updated marketplace opening. The AIM2 resume is
-Proactive officers get the best results an outstanding vehicle to provide additional
-Removal from market will not happen after
mid-market review information about yourself and your career
accomplishments that are not reflected within

-Incorrect YMAV/DEROS an OER. You are competing in an open

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT FOR AIM MARKET marketplace, so put your best self forward. You
never know who will read your resume,

1. Units “should” not ask you for OERs; so insure it is grammatically correct and free of
you can provide if you choose too. However, errors.
units should not even state or ask “if you
would like, you can send your OER.”
The interview process birthed by the
marketplace has proven to be a critical and

2. Branch will not share any information to the us eful
officer or the unit IRT preference
placement. Do not ask. tool for officers and units alike. It allows for

both parties to determine who may be the

best fit. Ensure you are prepared for any
3. Get involved with the market early and often. interview opportunities and/or reach out to

There can be weekly changes as the units you are interested in. You are your best
marketplace evolves.
advocate in pursuing and securing your
next assignment. Rehearsals are not just for

4. If you contact a unit IRT a position and the training events, take the time to prepare

unit is unresponsive, reach out to me
some responses about yourself. Be brief be

and I will attempt to close the loop with the brilliant be gone!
account manager. Be reasonable with the

time allowed for a unit to respond. Finally, the term “1 to 1” match is no longer
applicable as the term “market preference”

5. During your discussions with the unit; be is preferred. Regardless, you should not be

honest, be upfront and know your career required to reveal your specific market
path/plan. Ask the unit about the specific preferences to potential units with whom you

position you are expecting to fill. Ensure the interview.

position described is the position you will be As the marketplace continues to improve, I

filling. This is of particular importance with would ask for any feedback IRT your
command positions. experience with the system. You can contact

me at the email address below.
6. If a unit asks you to provide a screenshot of
your preferences, do not provide and
reach out to me at the conclusion of that
interview.

If you experience such situations mentioned

above, please reach out to me for
assistance.

The marketplace is an incredible opportunity to

control your career. Take advantage of
this opportunity. If you do not actively
participate, you will not have a voice in your
next
assignment. We are here to support you and
answer any questions you may have.

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