CLASSIFYING THE NAVY’S APPLICANTS: MEASURING ITS EFFECTIVENESS
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Authors
Scharret, Dominic J.
Subjects
recruiting
retention
job matching
Military Entrance Processing Station
MEPS
Personalized Recruiting for Immediate Delayed Enlistment
PRIDE
classification
retention
job matching
Military Entrance Processing Station
MEPS
Personalized Recruiting for Immediate Delayed Enlistment
PRIDE
classification
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Cunha, Jesse
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2025-03
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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This study examines the efficiency and effectiveness of Service Liaison applicant processing at different Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS’) across various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, with a specific focus on the Navy. The research involved collecting qualitative and quantitative data at 14 MEPS’ through a survey of personnel and semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders. Thematic analysis revealed significant disparities in office staffing and technological systems across the branches. The Navy’s reliance on the Personalized Recruiting for Immediate Delayed Enlistment (PRIDE) system was identified as a major bottleneck in the classification and job-matching process. Additionally, this study evaluates the Navy’s recruiting process and associated MEPS manning costs, providing a comparative analysis of personnel utilization and cost-effectiveness across branches. Findings suggest that despite higher staffing levels, the Navy’s applicant processing times remain inefficient relative to the Army and Air Force, where more streamlined systems are employed. The research concludes by recommending process improvements and technological upgrades to enhance the Navy’s recruitment throughput and overall efficiency.
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