TURNOVER

Change of Command Turnover Overview

Phased turnover roadmap for Battalion and Squadron CoC at the O-4 to O-5 level. Covers outgoing obligations, the joint Article 0807 Report of Transfer of Command, and incoming actions from Pre-CoC through 90 to 120 days.

Article 0807 Legal Foundation

US Navy Regulations Article 0807 is the statutory basis for change of command. Outgoing CO obligations under Para 1, the joint Report of Transfer of Command under Para 3, and the adverse-finding routing rule.

Outgoing CO Master Checklist

Section 1 of the Master Turnover Checklist. Pre-departure administrative requirements, supply and accountability turnover, military justice including OSTC, and readiness program turnover. SOCL submitted NLT 10 days. Status of Command Brief NLT 3 days.

Incoming CO Pre-CoC Preparation

Section 2 of the Master Turnover Checklist. Cornerstone, CCA/DEOCS review, meeting with the next higher commander, Status of Command Brief attendance, and aviation-specific MAWTS-1 requirements before assuming command.

Day 0 to 7 First Week Actions

Section 3 of the Master Turnover Checklist. First-week incoming CO actions including the 72-hour CMC notification, DD Form 577 fiscal appointment sweep, MOL/MISSO trouble ticket, iAPS awarding authority, UPB custody, and OSTC liaison.

First 30 Days Policy and Appointments

Section 4 of the Master Turnover Checklist. Command policy letters re-issued under the new CO's signature, written appointments for required billets, fund control training (Tier 1), and readiness reporting setup including FPC and CMT.

OSTC Covered Offenses and Regional Notification

Section 5 of the Master Turnover Checklist. Office of Special Trial Counsel covered offenses under MARADMIN 633/24. UCMJ Articles within OSTC referral authority and the regional notification contacts. Once OSTC exercises authority, neither CO can dispose of the case.

90 to 120 Days and Recurring Battle Rhythm

Section 6 of the Master Turnover Checklist. CCA with DEOCS within 90 days, Supply account formal acceptance, NAVMC 10030, FPC SOP, METL submission. Annual recurring requirements and the monthly/quarterly battle rhythm that sustains command.