Case Analysis: Prior Service Recruiting

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1. Per the reference, Gunnery Sergeant Matthew J. Ortiz is enthusiastically recommended for selection as the Fiscal Year 2015 (FY 15) PSR SNCOIC of the Year. Enclosures (1) through (7) are submitted in support of this nomination.

2. Gunnery Sergeant Ortiz’s performance during FY 15 was characterized by consistency and quality. This veteran SNCOIC conquered the friction and challenges of Prior Service Recruiting by leading and inspiring his Marines through his example of work ethic and unbridled passion for excellence. By earning PSRS Six’s SNCOIC of the Year honors, Gunnery Sergeant Ortiz proved his ability to develop his Marines to work as a team, and to be the best substation in the district. He sought and exploited all resources in order to support the
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His leadership epitomized the hard work and dedication that resulted in Prior Service Six closing out their annual low density Active Reserve mission first in the region. During a time of high turnover, GySgt Ortiz also demonstrated his mature leadership among his peers, leading and mentoring the two new SNCOICs within PSRS 6. This outstanding leader handles the rigors of substation SNCOIC with poise, confidence, and determination and is a true asset to the Marine Corps. Gunnery Sergeant Ortiz is the first SNCOIC to come to the aid of a fellow SNCOIC. His drive is tenacious and relentless, and he produces superior results. With all this said, he is one of the most humble Marines I have ever encountered. It was because of his superb performance, and infectious positive attitude that I decide to

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