usna1985
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Some non-qualified candidates will get noms. This most often happens in less-competitive areas.
Think of it this way . . . you're an MOC in a less-competitive area. You get 7 applications for your 10 noms. 4 of those folks aren't qualified. The MOC gives those 4 folks a nom. They are thrilled -- happy with their MOC. This leaves the SA to be the "bad cop" to tell the candidates they aren't qualified. All upside and no downside for the MOC.
Understand, though, that if you have a nom, you still must be 3Q to receive a direct appointment.
Think of it this way . . . you're an MOC in a less-competitive area. You get 7 applications for your 10 noms. 4 of those folks aren't qualified. The MOC gives those 4 folks a nom. They are thrilled -- happy with their MOC. This leaves the SA to be the "bad cop" to tell the candidates they aren't qualified. All upside and no downside for the MOC.
Understand, though, that if you have a nom, you still must be 3Q to receive a direct appointment.