Headquarters & Service Battalion, Marine Corps Forces Pacific

03/05/2025

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts have been removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels.

The Marine Corps remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values of honor, courage, and commitment.

For any questions regarding social media policies, please refer to official DoD guidance available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/.

Semper Fidelis

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the United States Marine Corps is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts have been removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels.

The Marine Corps remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values of honor, courage, and commitment.

For any questions regarding social media policies, please refer to official DoD guidance available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/.

Semper Fidelis.

09/12/2023

MARFORPAC in Tahiti!

From Aug. 26 – Sept 9, 2023, with Headquarters and Service and Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, and members of the Marine Infantry Regiment in French Polynesia, French Armed Forces, participated in various bilateral training events across Tahiti, French Polynesia. During the bilateral training, the Marines and members of the French Armed Forces partook in close quarter combat training, Military Operations on Urban Terrain training, water survival training, and live-fire training in order to strengthen relationships with the region.

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Arianna Lindheimer, Cpl. Dillon Buck and Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Armée de Terre

09/02/2023

Pacific Marines with HQSVCBN, MARFORPAC are representing the Corps with a major NATO Ally in the Indo-Pacific region. Way to go Marines!

08/31/2023

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is co-hosting the DoD’s premiere service member-centered innovation competition, which will occur in Oahu on November 2nd. Marines and Sailors have the opportunity to pitch their innovation idea online to be selected as finalists who will present to a panel of innovation specialists. The winners will receive an MSM, a military school of choice, and have the opportunity to have their idea implemented in the Service / DoD.

08/30/2023

The Armed Services YMCA is looking for volunteer assistance on Oahu to help sort donations to Maui Wildfire Relief efforts. More information on how to sign up is included at the link!

07/29/2023

The JTF-Red Hill app provides real-time updates and information regarding the progress of defueling operations. Stay informed about the latest developments, milestones, and safety measures implemented by JTF-Red Hill. With a user-friendly interface, users can learn the status of progress, easily access news releases, helpful links, photos, educational videos, the defueling plan, and more.

Download the JTF-Red Hill app now in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store

04/19/2023

Answer the Call!

Did you overcome major life challenges to earn that EGA? Are you continuing a legacy of service that started with others in your family? How is where you are now different from where you thought you'd be 3 years ago? Every answer could inspire the next generation of Americans to fight for something bigger than themselves.

Those interested in telling their stories should email Marine Corps Recruiting Command at: [email protected]

Submissions due by 12 May.

03/02/2023

Volunteers Needed!

This Saturday, March 4th, 0800-1130 voulnteers are needed on Camp H.M. Smith to remove invasive weeds and plants to improve native wildlife habitats and help keep our community clean and healthy.

Letters of Appriciation will be awarded to all active duty participants.

Water, gloves and tools are provided. Close toe shoes are REQUIRED.

02/28/2023

The U.S. Marine Corps Enlisted Assignment Branch (MMEA) will be conducting briefs and monitor interviews with FY23 and FY24 Marines on 6 March at the Marine Corps Base Camp Smith Po***ck Theater. All O6 and 05 command teams, company level leadership, and eligible Marines interested in discussing future assignment opportunities are invited and encouraged to attend. See details below!

11/30/2022

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM - Shortly after 1 p.m., Joint Base Federal Firefighting units responded to a release of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) at Adit 6, near the top of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF). The response teams arrived immediately and contained the release. Clean...

11/22/2022

On behalf of Lieutenant General William M. Jurney, Commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific and the Officer in Charge of Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Andres G. Navarro, we invite you to join us for "An Evening with the Marines." The Marines of the MARFORPAC Band will present a Holiday Concert Series featuring the highest degree of musical and artistic attainment thereby enhancing esprit de corps and holiday spirit.

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at the Hale Koa Hotel, Luau Garden at 6 pm. Tickets are limited (and free) so please use the QR code on the flyer to reserve your ticket or follow the link below.

https://www.ticketsource.us/marforpac-band-usmc/an-evening-with-the-marines/2022-12-13/18:00/t-avakqna

11/02/2022

Your Input is Needed Now!

Your input is needed before 30 November, 2022, in the 20-30 minute Out-of-Cycle Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) Living Pattern Survey (link provided below) to ensure service members and their families are able to purchase the same level of goods and services.

Your input about which non-housing goods and services you normally purchase will inform the Overseas COLA (OCOLA) you receive and ensure you maintain an equivalent level of purchasing power.

Your input is needed before 30 November.

Link to the survey: https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/Community/se/2511374531802B93

Link to additional information: https://www.travel.dod.mil/Allowances/Overseas-Cost-of-Living-Allowance/