The following awards are officially recognized by The STF31 MACO. These awards recognize STF31 MACO Operators and Units for outstanding and significant duty, deeds, accomplishments, and achievements.
All STF31 MACO awards belong to one of three categories: Achievement, Service and Training. In order of precedence, all Achievement Ribbons are worn ahead of all Service Ribbons, which are worn ahead of all Training Ribbons.
MACO MEDAL OF HONOR
Awarded to any Operator of Starfleet Task Force 31 MACO for an act of outstanding bravery or heroism by which the individual has demonstrated a great degree the characteristics of selflessness, personal courage, and devotion to duty at the risk of his/her own life. The individual’s actions substantially contributed to the saving of or attempted saving of a human life. Awarded on an as needed basis.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO.
KELVAR GARTH CROSS OF GALLANTRY
Awarded to an Operator who, while an Operator of the STF31 MACO, distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life to save another individual (s) who live is also threatened. The recommending individual of this award must submit official evidence supporting the Operators actions. Awarded on an as needed basis.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO.
CHRISTOPHER PIKE STAR OF VALOR
Awarded to an Operator who, while serving in any capacity with the STF31 MACO, distinguished himself or herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of the Garth Cross of Gallantry. The act or acts of heroism must have been so notable and have involved risk of life of the victim, but not that of the Operator. Awarded on an as needed basis.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
JONATHAN ARCHER DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
Awarded annually to any STF31 MACO Operator, who has distinguished himself or herself by exceptionally meritorious service to the STF31 MACO in a duty of great responsibility. The performance must be such as to merit recognition for service that is clearly exceptional. Exceptional performance of normal duty will not alone justify an award of this decoration. In order to receive this award, the STF31 MACO Command Staff (Deputy Directors and above) must vote at least a 2/3 majority to be awarded. Must be at the minimum certified as a MACO Grade 5.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
MACO SPECIAL WARFARE OFFICER OF THE YEAR
Awarded to any MACO Operator (Officer) who has shown best overall dedication and involvement to the MACO and his/her MCO and has made significant accomplishments to it. The MACO General Staff selects the top candidates from each MACO Group and then passes those names on to the STF31 MACO Commander for his selection of the final recipient. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible. Awarded annually.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
MACO SPECIAL WARFARE OPERATOR OF THE YEAR
Awarded to any MACO Operator (Enlisted) who has shown best overall dedication and involvement to the MACO and his/her MCO and has made significant accomplishments to it. The MACO General Staff selects the top candidates from each MACO Group and then passes those names on to the STF31 MACO Commander for his selection of the final recipient. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible. Awarded annually.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
OUTSTANDING TEAM OPERATOR AWARD
Awarded annually to only one (1) STF31 MACO Operator per MACO Operational Detachment who has demonstrated exemplary service and achievement above all other MCO Operators. Awarded annually to one Operator per MCO. Actions or service must be listed in the MCO’s MRR to be eligible. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible.
Issuing Authority: Nominated by the MOD Team Leader, but approved by the Commander, STF31 MACO.
STARFLEET TASK FORCE 31 HEADQUARTERS STAR AWARD
Awarded annually to any STF31 MACO Operator who, while serving in any capacity with the STF31 MACO, has distinguished himself or herself by exceptionally meritorious service to Starfleet and the STF31 MACO in a duty of great responsibility. The performance must be such as to merit recognition for service that is clearly exceptional. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31
STF31 MACO DIRECTOR’S MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD
Awarded annually to any STF31 MACO Operator who has distinguished himself or herself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements within the STF31 MACO. The performance must have been such as to merit recognition of key individuals for service rendered in a clearly exceptional manner. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible.
Issuing authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
STF31 MACO OPERATOR MEDAL
Awarded to any Operator who, while serving in any capacity with the STF31 MACO distinguished himself or herself by a single act of heroism or extraordinary achievement. Performance of the act of heroism must be evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty. The extraordinary achievement must have resulted in an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding as to clearly set the individual apart from his or her Operators.
Issuing authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
STF31 BADGE OF MERIT
(Death) Awarded automatically to any STF31 MACO Operator that has died while currently affiliated with the STF31 MACO.
(Injuries) Award to any Operator that is injured/hurt in the line of duty while representing STF31 MACO. The request for this award will be determined by the MCO Commander. The final decision will be made by the STF31 MACO Command. This decision is final.
Issuing authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
STF31 MACO COMMENDATION AWARD
Award to any Operator to recognize an Operator who has distinguished himself or herself by meritorious achievement, or meritorious service to STF31 MACOs. Must be at least be certified as a Grade 2.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
STF31 MACO ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Awarded to any Operator of the STF31 MACO who distinguished himself or herself by meritorious service or achievement of a lesser degree than required for award of the STF31 MACO Commendation Award. Must be at the minimum certified as a MACO Grade 1.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
STF31 MACO GROUP COMMENDATION AWARD
(* Note: This award is not available at this time)
Awarded to any Operator of the STF31 MACO who has distinguished himself or herself by meritorious achievement, or meritorious service at the Sector level. Must be at the minimum certified as a MACO Grade 2.
Issuing Authority: MACO Group Commanders
STF31 MACO GROUP ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
(* Note: This award is not available at this time)
Awarded to any Operator of the STF31 MACO who distinguished himself or herself by meritorious service or achievement at the Sector level of a lesser degree than required for award of the Sector Commendation Award. Must be at the minimum certified as a MACO Grade 1.
Issuing Authority: MACO Group Commanders
MERITORIOUS UNIT COMMENDATION AWARD
Awarded annually to any STF31 MACO unit which exemplifies meritorious service either by demonstrating consistently outstanding performance over time, or by performing a particular task or service to a high standard of excellence (one award per unit per year maximum). (Unit must also have a 100% reporting history for that particular year).
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
TEAM LEADER’S COMMENDATION
This award is given by a MACO Operational Detachment TL/STF31 Chapter Commanding Officer, MACO General Staff Officer, MACO Deputy Commander and the MACO Commander to an Operator under his command who exemplifies meritorious service either by demonstrating consistently outstanding performance over time, or by performing a particular task or service to a high standard of excellence. Receipt of this award neither nominates the Operator for, nor precludes him from, receiving additional recognition such as the Archer Award. Must have completed the MACO Qualification Course to be eligible.
Issuing Authority: Director, STF31 MACO
MACO RECRUITING AWARD
Awarded to any Operator of the STF31 MACO Operator who successfully recruits ten (5) new members into STF31 MACO.
Issuing Authority: Commander, STF31 MACO
Note: See the MACO Awards Manual for additional requirement.
