Military Personnel Section (MPS)

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1 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals Military Personnel Section (MPS) Chief, Military Personnel Section DSN SOFSS/FSMP

2 OVERVIEW 1. Adverse Actions 2. Awards and Decorations 3. Base In-processing 4. Classifications 5. Customer Service 6. Duty Status 7. Evaluations 8. G-Series Orders 9. Leave 10. Outbound Assignments 11. Personnel Deployment Function 12. Promotions (Enlisted) 13. Promotions (Officer) 14. Reenlistments and Extensions 15. Separations 16. Systems (AFPC Secure Apps)

3 Adverse Actions Governing Regulation: AFI , Unfavorable Information File Program MPS Primary Responsibilities: Create and maintain all UIFs for serviced units Receive Article 15/court martial paperwork from Legal Route UIF codes to Promotions, Reenlistments and Classifications Order AMJAM and record review RIPs Maintain mirror copies of all UIFs in MPS - access restricted Send squadron commanders and first sergeants monthly UIF roster Squadron Responsibilities Send RIP request for Article 15/CM/discharge processing Send UIF documentation for creation of UIFs (w/o 3S0 in CSS) Send completed UIF documentation for review/processing through MPS (w/3s0 in CSS) ALL correspondence must be sent to org box with member s full name and SSN Commanders conduct annual and initial review of unit s UIFs Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor, DSN: , and 1 SOFSS/FSMPSA

4 Awards and Decorations Governing Regulation: AFI ,The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program MPS Responsibilities Award & decoration verifications/milpds updates/eligibility guidance Decoration program: initiate and close decoration suspenses; create special orders for wing-approved decorations; provide general guidance to units/supervisors; maintain records Process incoming decorations; provide medals for presentation Mail copies to PRDA; mail out locally approved decorations Squadron Responsibilities Request DECOR 6s for non-pcs decorations via Monitor decoration submissions Forward non-recommendations (DECOR 6 signed by CC) to our org box. Inform our office of any changes to the decoration close-out date or the member s eligibility Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor. DSN: [email protected]

5 Awards and Decorations Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: , The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program; 18 Dec 2013 FAQ s 1. How do I find out what the status is of my locally approved decoration? It is the supervisor s responsibility to keep the member informed of the status of a decoration. AFAMs are approved at the squadron level; AFCMs and MSMs for Retirement/Separation are approved at the group level and all other MSMs and decorations on wing staff agency personnel are approved at wing level. 2. How do I find out what the status is of my decoration from my previous base? It is the supervisor s responsibility to keep the member informed of the status of a decoration. Contact the previous supervisor to find out the status or send an to the losing base Awards and Decorations Office. Contact the 1 SOW Awards & Decorations Office if you need contact information for your losing base. Please provide the following information in a request: Rank, Full Name, SSN, type of decoration, decoration inclusive period, losing unit and base. 3. When will my approved decoration show up in my electronic records in PRDA? The issuing agency is responsible for mailing copies to PRDA to be filed in the individual s records upon approval of the decoration. This process may take 2 to 4 months because AFPC will only allow us to snail mail copies to them. You may submit a copy of your decoration to the 1 SOW Awards & Decorations Office to be mailed to AFPC if it s missing in PRDA. If you re meeting a promotion board in the near future, submit a digital copy of your missing decoration to our org box to be ed to the board support at AFPC. 4. vmpf is giving me an error message on one of my campaign medals. What do I do? Contact the 1 SOW Awards & Decorations Office to correct your records in MilPDS. You may be missing a campaign star device on one of your campaign medals. Please provide the dates of your deployment and have your travel voucher ready in case it is needed so we can determine the number of campaign stars you qualify for. 5. What do I need to submit to update campaign medal(s) and the short tour ribbon after my deployment? AFPC updates campaign medals for deployments between days from the date the travel voucher is filed. If, after 60 days have passed, no updates, or incorrect updates, appear in vmpf, please provide your paid travel voucher or decoration from your deployment to our office either in person or via our org box for updating your campaign medal(s). Deployment orders alone are not a good source document because they may be cancelled or amended and do not show the end date of your deployment. For 365 day deployments, you may qualify for a short tour ribbon; please submit supporting documentation to Force Management Ops. Reference Information 5

6 Awards and Decorations Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: , The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program; 18 Dec 2013 FAQ s 6. How do I find out what the status is of my deployment decoration (USAFCENT)? You may search for the status of a pending deployment decoration through the USAFCENT web site: 7. How do I find out what unit awards I qualify for? In order to update your record with your unit award, please provide the following in person or via our org box: 1. Proof of unit receiving award and time period. --For deployed units, you can find a copy of the memo at AFCENT's Unit Awards website: Once the appropriate unit award is located, click "view order" and take a screen shot of the resulting page, or save the document itself. --For home-station units, this can be obtained by going to Once the appropriate unit award is located, take a screen shot that identifies the unit that received the award, the type of award (AFOUA, MUA, etc), order number, and award time period. An alternative source for unit awards is the historian at the base or wing where the award was earned. Reference Information 2. Proof of your assignment to the unit during the award period. This can be accomplished in one of two ways. Option 1: --An EPR/OPR or decoration. Either document will include your name and inclusive dates, which must include at least one day in the award period. The document must also list the awarded unit, and must match the wording found on the award memo or screen shot VERBATIM. Option 2 (both items required): --CED Orders, front and back. This shows the PAS Code of the unit you were being assigned to, and must match one of the PAS Codes listed on the award announcement. --Travel voucher. The travel voucher confirms you actually went to the unit (since orders can change, get canceled, etc.), as well as the date you arrived and departed, which must include at least one day in the award period. 6

7 Base In-Processing Governing Regulation: AFI , Individual Newcomer Treatment and Orientation; AFI , Classifying Military Personnel (Officer and Enlisted) MPS Responsibilities for Unit w/o CSS Personnelist Base-wide sponsorship updates (Monitor MAP 6) Monitor all projected inbounds (MAP 7) In-processing for all base personnel Projected duty/position number/aef updates Squadron Responsibilities w/ CSS Personnelist Sponsorship updates (Monitor MAP 6) Monitor all projected inbounds for Unit (MAP 7) Projected duty/position number/aef updates Send all newly arrived members to Hurlburt Welcome Center to be gained Location: Hurlburt Welcome Center Bldg 90229, Next to ITT Office, DSN: , and

8 Base In-Processing Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFIs: , Individual Newcomer Treatment and Orientation; AFI , Classifying Military Personnel (Officer and Enlisted) FAQ s 1. Can an existing CSS request Allocation rips on inbound personnel? An existing CSS should order Allocation rips via MilPDS to update projected inbound duty information/sponsor data. Reference Information 2. Why can t you use the position number I gave you for my inbound? Position numbers must match the member s DAFSC. MILPDS will only show the position number available for that DAFSC. We will request a valid position number from the unit if one isn t available. If a valid position number isn t given, we will select one. AFI , Table 3.9, note 3 3. When should my newcomer come to the Hurlburt Welcome Center to in-process? Within 24 hrs of arrival into the local area or the next duty day if arrived on a weekend. The sponsor must accompany them to the Welcome Center. PTDY for house hunting cannot start until the member has been gained to the base. 4. Can I switch my in-processing appointments (Base Newcomer s Orientation/Commando Ready/CPAC/Medical Right Start/Passports) because I have other appointments already scheduled? No, your scheduled in-processing appointments take priority. You will not be cleared for duty until you have completed all appointments and in-processing checklist. 5. When will I get paid (accessions only)? After we submit a Case Management System (CMS) case to get the accession gained, it normally takes 3 months for the members pay to flow correctly. 8

9 Classifications Governing Regulations: AFI , Classifying Military Personnel; AFI Vol 3, Air Force Training Program on the Job Training Administration; AFI , Airmen Retraining Program; AFI , AF Enlisted/Officer Classification Directories MPS Primary Responsibilities AFSC disqualification, duty history, duty out of control AFSC, Special Duty Assignment Pay (SDAP), PCA, duty information updates, TDY history updates/corrections (not deployment related), UPMR management Squadron Responsibilities Initiate any disqualification action packages Identify members qualified and eligible for SDAP/CRP; prepare and submit AF Form 2096 to start, change or stop pay or change AFSC Certify eligible members on the monthly SDAP/CRP roster and return to the Classifications office noting additions, deletions, or errors by suspense date provided in Losing unit is responsible to provide AF Form 2096 to MPS for those members who are PCAing to another unit Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor, DSN: , and 1 SOFSS/FSMPMO

10 Classifications Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFIs: , Classifying Military Personnel; AFI Vol 3, Air Force Training Program on the Job Training Administration; AFI , Airmen Retraining Program; AFI , AF Enlisted/Officer Classification Directories FAQ s 1. I received SDAP from my last base and now that I ve PCS d, what do I do since I m still getting paid? Submit an original AF Form 2096 to our office immediately to stop SDAP with the commander s signature. If you don t turn in proper paper work you will be held responsible for repaying SDAP to finance for the amount over paid. 2. When do we use an AF Form 2096? An AF Force Form 2096 to start, change, or stop actions WRT Primary AFSC, Control AFSC, SEI s, SDAP Reference Information AFI ; Para How do I know that someone is receiving Special Duty Pay? Monthly SDAP rosters are sent out from the Classifications office identifying individuals that should be receiving SDAP. If the Personnel Liaison identifies that individuals are on the roster that shouldn t be getting SDAP, he/she will forward an original AF Form 2096 to our office for start/change/stop actions, we then mail to AFPC. 4. How do I request changes to my UPMR? Send an Excel Spreadsheet providing us with the member s Name, SSN, DAFSC, Position numbers (no more than 2 people with the same number) and PAS code. Forward the Excel Spreadsheet to Force Management through Force Management s SharePoint site (Workflow) for updates. 5. How do I request a Duty History update? A member has to log into Virtual MPF under Most Popular Applications, click on Duty History, click on Changes to Duty History and you will be able to make changes and upload supporting documents to AFPC. Supporting documents could include EPR/OPR, RIP and Orders. AFCSM ; Vol

11 Customer Service Governing Regulation: AFI , Identifications Cards for Members of the Uniformed Services, Their Eligible Family Members, and other Eligible Personnel; AFI Dress & Appearance; AFI Casualty Services, SGLI Handbook, DODI Armed Services Commissary Operations, Passports Matters Website, & AFI Family Care Plans MPS Primary Responsibilities Issuing CAC and ID Cards Line of Duty determination program Special Leave Accrual (SLA) DECA agent card issue DEERS enrollment Accept and process SGLI POC for dress and appearance standards Family care program Passports

12 Customer Service Squadron Responsibilities Ensure inbound completes in-processing checklist For non-military members being enrolled in DEERS, the proper documentation is required (at least 2 of the following): CAC, DD Form 1173 (Dependent ID Card), social security card, or drivers license For DEERs updates, the following applicable original documents are required: marriage certificate, birth certificate, divorce decree, adoption paperwork, etc. (English translation must accompany foreign documents) Ensure member s SGLI coverage is current and accurate Ensure all personnel assigned to AFSOC have a mobility passport issued to them Maintain dependent care plans for all personnel that are required to have one Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: /5280 and [email protected]

13 Customer Service Governing Regulation: AFI , ID Cards for Members of the Uniformed Services, Their Eligible Family Members, and other Eligible Personnel; AFI Dress & Appearance; AFI Casualty Services, SGLI Handbook, DODI Armed Services Commissary Operations, Passports Matters Website, & AFI Family Care Plans FAQ s 1.What documentation is required for replacing a lost or stolen ID card? Lost ID card letter, which can be obtained at Customer Service or from the unit First Sergeant, along with forms of ID such as Social Security card, valid driver s license, marriage certificate, divorce decree, passport or birth certificate. The Lost ID card letter must be signed by the First Sergeant or Commander. 2. When does a dependent child ID card expire? An unmarried child s ID card (DD Form 1173) expires at the age of 21, unless enrolled full time at a university. In this case the child can hold an ID card until graduation or age 23, whichever occurs first. A letter certified by School Registrar showing full-time enrollment & estimated graduation completion date must be stated. Reference Information AFI , Table What documentation is needed to enroll a newborn? Original birth certificate, Certificate of Live Birth, AE REG B, or Consular Report of Birth Abroad. AFI , A Who s authorized to get an ID card under the age of 10? Dependants of military to military couples or single parents, and children that live with a temporary guardian, or child who s physical appearance warrants issue. AFI , Para

14 Duty Status Governing Regulations: AFI , Air Force Duty Status Program; AFI , Desertion and Unauthorized Absence; Case Management System (CMS) Users Guide; Personnel Services Delivery Handbook MPS Primary Responsibilities Update non-contingency TDYs and not present for duty status Will initiate confinement/awol/deserter status AF Form 2098s Squadron Responsibilities Notify the MPS immediately once duty status has changed on a member and status is questionable. A duty status update change for confinement, AWOL and deserter status MUST be reported once 24 hours has elapsed (if member is released from confinement prior to the 24 hour mark duty status will not be updated). Provide documentation for duty status updates, i.e. quarter slips, non-contingency TDY orders or excel spreadsheet with TDY information, confinement orders etc Once member returns present for duty, notify duty status office Contingency TDY duty status changes are worked through unit UDM and IPR Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPMO

15 Evaluations Governing Regulations: AFI , Officer & Enlisted Evaluation Systems; AFI , Correcting Officer & Enlisted Evaluation Reports & PSD Handbook MPS Primary Responsibilities: Forecast evaluations via Eval Timeliness/60 Day Out Projected Rosters weekly Double check new arrival s record to acquire status of projected annual/possible pending report from the last duty station Review final report/update/forward completed evaluation to AFPC Once report is loaded into ARMS, close out CMS case Provide technical assistance to commanders and evaluators Coordinate promotion board requirements with eligible members Coordinate minor correction of records to the AFPC Evaluation Appeal Board

16 Evaluations Squadron Responsibilities Internally suspense & track unit evaluations using BLSDM and/or MilPDS on a daily/weekly/monthly basis Provide complete information when requesting CROs (Change of Rater requests, which must include full name, SSN of rater and ratee, and effective date of change) through workflow Quality check one last time before completed eval is assigned to respective base evals team (spelling, ensure that there are no invalid comments (i.e. CFC statements/pme completion, to name a few) all blocks are marked, and include all required digital signatures Double check new arrival s record to acquire status of projected annual/possible pending report from the last duty station Ensure raters complete (signed by final evaluator; unit/commander) all required initial/annual reports CSSs w/3s0s will update MilPDS for referral evaluations prior to bringing them up to the MPS for review and mail-out to AFPC (ensure all guidance is met IAW paragraph 1.10., and Figure 1.1. or it will be returned) Feedback notifications are no longer tracked by the MPS. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to track feedback and maintain a copy of the feedback notice. Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPME

17 G-Series Orders Governing Regulation: AFI , Appointments to and Assumption of Command MPS Primary Responsibilities Process G-Series Orders Squadron Responsibilities Units will fill in AF 35, Appointment To and Assumption of Command, G- Series Order Checklist, and SURFs on all applicable officers AF 35 will be turned in to Force Management office; form will be forwarded to legal office for approval; Force Management will contact unit when complete Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: /1924 and 1 SOFSS/FSMPSA

18 G-Series Orders How to fill out a 1058 properly- o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Section II: Block 5. CC signature Block Block 6. CC signature Block 7. Date Block 8. LOR s LOC s or any other documentation you wish to have added to the member s file Section III Acknowledgment of the Member Date & click the applicable box Block 9. Member s signature Section IV: Click applicable box Section V Block CC signature Block Block CC signature Block 12. Date o This will complete the AF IMT 1058 o Submit all documents with the signed 1058 & the update will reflect in the members records in 24 hours. o The actual File will be prepped and completed shortly and returned to the unit for the CC review and signature Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPSA

19 G-Series Orders Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: , Appointments to and Assumption of Command FAQ s 1. Can an officer of a lesser rank command a senior ranking officer? An officer who is assigned to duty in a unit which he or she is eligible to command but which is commanded by another officer of the same grade, but of lower rank, is subject to the command authority of the officer of lower rank. However, an officer cannot command another officer of higher grade, who is otherwise eligible to command, whether by assumption or appointment. AFI Para 1.4 Reference Information *The term grade equates to the office held (Captain, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, etc). The term rank is generally used to denote seniority within a grade, although it also refers to the relative \ precedence among the different grades. 2. Can we designate an Acting Commander? There is no title or position of an acting commander. The term acting commander is not authorized. 3. What is the difference between appointment and assumption of command? Assumption of command is a unilateral act taken under authority of law and regulation. Appointment to command occurs by an act of the President, the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF), or by his or her delegee(s). 4. How do we fill out the Form 35? Attachment 2, Instructions for preparing AF Form 35, gives step-by-step instructions for filling out the form. If you need further assistance, please call the POC on the liaison slides. AFI Para 6.3 AFI Para 2.2, 2.3 Attachment 2 19

20 Leave Governing Regulations: AFI , Military Leave Program; Unit Leave Procedures AFMAN V2 Chap 7; Leave Web System User Guide; Personnel Services Delivery Handbook; The Joint Federal Travel Regulations (JFTR) Vol1; 1 Jul 2007 MPS Primary Responsibilities Ordinary, Convalescent, Permissive TDY, and Terminal Leave Squadron Responsibilities Have newly arrived Airmen complete Leave Web worksheet Submit requests for ordinary leave in Leave Web three duty days in advance and sign back in from leave one duty day after return Advanced leave requests must be signed by unit commander Must report all Overseas Leave to 1SOFSS/FSMPMO Base Leave Program Contact unit First Sergeant for emergency leave requests Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor, DSN: , and [email protected]

21 Leave Governing Regulations: AFI , Military Leave Program; Unit Leave Procedures AFMAN V2 Chap 7; Leave Web System User Guide; Personnel Services Delivery Handbook; The Joint Federal Travel Regulations (JFTR) Vol1; 1 Jul 2007 FAQ s Reference Information 1. My account is locked. What should I do? Contact Base Leave Web Monitor to get your account unlocked. 2. I attempted to create leave but received a notice that my account is inactive. This is caused when the Leave Balance List from DFAS is imported and your individual information was not on it. This is due to your ETS Date being expired or if you re an officer who does not have an ETS Date, incorrect characters were placed in your record by the MPF. You will need to start with the base leave monitor to get this information corrected. 3. I am trying to submit leave but the system is telling me that I am within 30 days of my DOS. Once you are within 30 days of your DOS only your CSS/Orderly Room can submit a leave for you. If you have recently reenlisted or extended your tour, the information will automatically update in LeaveWeb when the Leave Balance List is received from DFAS. 4. I am trying to request Permissive TDY but the system will not allow me. Members can only submit Ordinary Leave in LeaveWeb. Contact your CSS/Orderly Room in regards to submitting other leave types. 21

22 Outbound Assignments Governing Regulations: AFI , Assignments; AFI , Family Member Travel; AFI , Base Level Relocation Procedures MPS Primary Responsibilities Assignment notification, briefing, processing and PCS orders Base PCS outprocessing Field all assignment related questions Process PRP admin certifications Base virtual outprocessing POC Squadron Responsibilities Notify the MPS if member is on leave, TDY, etc and unable to comply with suspense dates Assist with follow-up when member has broken suspense Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPDA

23 Outbound Assignments Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: AFI , Assignments; AFI , Family Member Travel; AFI , Base Level Relocation Procedures FAQ s Reference Information 1. When can I expect my orders? The member can expect orders within 5-7 business days of turning in all required documents, but not before 90 days from the RNLTD. 2. What do I need to turn in for my orders? This depends on whether the assignment is CONUS or O/S and any PPCs loaded. List of required items will be included for each member in the Outprocessing briefing. 3.Where can I find my orders? Your orders can be found in your vop Checklist through vmpf. There is a blue link at the top of the page that says: To View Orders. 4. I was selected for an O/S assignment as a volunteer; can I withdraw my volunteer status? AFPC will require specific justification when requesting a change in assignment volunteer status which places the responsibility on each Airman to ensure their records, to include assignment preferences, are up to date and accurate. Inaccurate or outdated assignment preferences resulting in an assignment selection creates unnecessary workload for AFPC and MPS s. Additionally, it shortens notification and reporting timelines for other Airmen selected. Any change in volunteer status must be endorsed by the commander and be based on the following: Hardship or the Best Interest of the Air Force. 5. I have always heard I can turn-down an assignment once in my career. Enlisted members selected for an overseas assignment can only request to withdraw their volunteer status as mentioned above or if they don t have retainability for the assignment can decline to get retainability by signing an AF Form 964. For First Term Airmen who decline retainability, there is not a negative impact on their career. If a second term or career airman declines retainability, they are ineligible for promotion or reenlistment and will separate on their DOS. AFI , Para

24 Outbound Assignments Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: AFI , Assignments; AFI , Family Member Travel; AFI , Base Level Relocation Procedures FAQ s Reference Information 6. Where can I apply for my follow-on? Log into vmpf, and under Self Service Actions, Assignments Link, there is an option to submit an application for follow-on. This must be done within 15 days of assignment notification or 150 days prior to their PDD. 7. If I want to take leave en-route to my next duty station. What do I need to do? You do not need to submit a request in Leave Web. Upon your final outprocessing appointment, depart and take leave as needed ensuring you meet the RNLTD. When you file a travel voucher, Finance will compute your travel time and count the additional days as leave. 24

25 Personnel Deployment Function Governing Regulations: AFI , Personnel Support for Contingency Operations (PERSCO), and AFI , Deployment Planning and Execution MPS Primary Responsibilities Responsible for providing personnel deployment planning and execution and MPS support: deployment availability (DAV) information, deployed personnel accountability, and duty status reporting for contingency, exercise and deployments. Follow up on processing discrepancy reports within 72 hours of receipt Squadron UDM Responsibilities UDMs will assign member to LOGMOD when tasking flows Ensure member starts medical clearance process within 60 days of RDD UDMs inquire with IPR on status of orders/flight itinerary 30 days prior to RDD Ensure member outprocesses with IPR prior to departure Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMP

26 Promotions (Enlisted) Governing Regulations: AFI , Airman Promotion/Demotion Programs MPS Primary Responsibilities Enlisted Promotions - SrA Below-The-Zone (BTZ); Stripes for Exceptional Performers (STEP); monthly promotion rosters Enlisted website: Demotions Squadron Responsibilities Enlisted: complete & return promotion rosters, SrA BTZ rosters, eligible for testing rosters Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPDP

27 Enlisted Promotions Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI , Airman Promotion/Demotion Programs; 31 Dec 2009 FAQ s Reference Information 1. When will I get promoted to SrA? Airmen are promoted (fully qualified) to SrA upon meeting minimum requirements in Table 2.1, recommended by the commander in writing and have: 36 months TIS & 20 months TIG OR 28 months TIG, whichever occurs first. 2. When is the In-System Supplemental release? AFPC conducts in-system promotion consideration monthly after initial promotion selection and announces supplemental selection board dates for eligible Airmen. The schedule can be found at: ,Para When will I get my WAPS study material? WAPS study materials should arrive within 8 weeks after the 30 September shipment from HQ AU. Airmen who have not received their WAPS study material within 8 weeks or by 01 December must contact the promotions office. WAPS material is going digital for FY What do I do if some of my WAPS material is missing? Contact the unit WAPS monitor as soon as possible. Once the full transition to e-copies of WAPS materials has occurred, the statement above will no longer apply. 5. Where can I find the WAPS catalog? The WAPS catalog is updated August of every year and is available at the following website: 27

28 Promotions (Officer) Governing Regulations: AFI , Officer Promotions and Selective Continuation; AFI , Officer Promotion, Continuation and Selective Early removal in the reserve of the Air Force MPS Primary Responsibilities Officer Promotions Boards, OPBs, DQHBs, PRF/RRF notices, MELs, Narrative- Only PRFs (Active Duty, Guard and Reserve) Central Selection Board information (Promotions, SERB, RIF, Commander, etc) Officer Promotions website: Propriety Actions (withholding/removing a member from promotion roster) Developmental education releases Squadron Responsibilities Complete & submit Narrative-Only PRFs, and PRF/RRFs to appropriate Senior Rater Exec Officer Return Non-Select letters (within 5 duty days) and Continuation letters (within 60 days from public release date) Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and 1 SOFSS/FSMPDP

29 Officer Promotions Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: , Officer Promotions; 16 Jul 2004 FAQ s Reference Information 1. How do I know my board date? Click on this link: and board dates will be listed. 2. When is the release date? The release date is approximately 90 days after board convenes. 3. How do I get a copy of my OPB? Officer Promotion office will send an OPB via to each eligible member meeting a board NLT the date AFPC establishes in the PSDM for that board. 4. How do I update info on OPB? OPB review instructions are sent to each member when the OPB is sent. The review instructions will have POCs for the member to work updates/additions through. 29

30 Reenlistments and Extensions Governing Regulation: AFI Reenlistments in the United States Air Force MPS Primary Responsibilities Process all retainability requirements for extension and reenlistment Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP) Process AF Form 418 and appeals packages for all non-selects Removing MEB/PEB status(4k) Requires AF Form 469 from members doctor and AF Form 418 from unit commander Initial Enlistment Bonuses (IEB) Validate and create CMS case (need AF Form 3008 and tech school certificate-awarding 3 skill level) Squadron Responsibilities Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP) Provide AF Form 418 to reenlistments for all non-selectees or prior nonselects who are now eligible Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: and [email protected]

31 Reenlistments and Extensions Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: , Reenlistments in the United States Air Force; 9 May 2011 FAQ s Reference Information 1. Can I still receive an SRB if I reenlisted before SRB listing? No. If you reenlisted, more than 30 days prior to the SRB listing, you will not be grandfathered into the new SRB zones. HQAF Message, 22 Sep If I am not receiving my Initial Enlistment Bonus Payment. What kind of documentation is needed to show proof that I am eligible to receive it? AF IMT 3008 and Tech school certificate awarding 3 skill level. 31

32 Retirements and Separations Governing Regulations: AFI , Service Retirements; AFI , Admin Separation of Airmen; AFI , Separating Commissioned Officers MPS Primary Responsibilities Assist members with application for separation/retirement using vmpf Processing administrative discharges and student discharges Facilitate out-processing of retiring and separating members Squadron Responsibilities Refer members to use vmpf to apply for separation/retirement Ensure vop checklist is complete prior to scheduled appointment For retirement certificates: form will be sent to unit via designated address, complete form and return, unit will be contacted for pick up Member must make appointment for final out-processing Location: Bldg 90210, 1 st Floor DSN: /2687 and 1 SOFSS/FSMPDS

33 Retirements and Separations Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: AFI, , Service Retirements; AFI , Admin Separation of Airmen; AFI , Separating Commissioned Officers FAQ s Reference Information 1. When do I apply for separation? If normal Prior to Expiration Term of Service, apply using vmpf no earlier than 12 months prior to DOS. Options to separate before DOS are available on VMPF under Separations. 2. I am requesting to separate for Pregnancy/childbirth? Requested date must be before anticipated delivery date. Submit application and copy of AF FM 422 to AFPC using vmpf. AFI , Para Am I authorized Permissive TDY for house hunting/job hunting? Member must be eligible for this benefit. Their separation program designator (SPD) code determines this. For example, a member voluntarily separating for miscellaneous reasons or on completion of required active service is not authorized. 4. Who signs the DD FM 363 AF, Retirement Certificate? If EAD in a grade other than general officer, a general officer or Colonel in the member s chain of command can sign the Retirement certificate. AFI , Para AFI , Table When am I eligible to apply for retirement? Eligible members may apply for retirement no earlier than 1 year before the desired retirement date, but no later than 120 days which should include the desired amount of terminal leave and PTDY. AFI , Para How can I get my separation orders? Once separation is approved, the member must go on the vmpf. Go to Self-Service Actions, Separations, Initial Separation Briefing. Once you read and complete the briefing, you must complete the pre-separation order worksheet. Once you re done with that, submit to AFPC. They should complete your orders NLT 60 prior to your DOS. Personnel Service Delivery Handbook Guide Separations 33

34 Retirements and Separations Frequently Asked Questions Governing AFI: AFI , Service Retirements, AFI , Admin Separation of Airmen; AFI , Separating Commissioned Officers FAQ s 7.What is the eligibility date for my retirement? All non-disability retirements are set as the first day of the following month member would otherwise be eligible. 8. Where can I get my actual DD Form 214? You will complete the 214 Worksheet and state where you want your 214 mailed. For any questions concerning your 214, you need to call the Total Force Serve DSN , comm **Member should also establish a ebenefits.va.gov account 30 days prior to DOS** AFI , Para3.2.2 Reference Information Personnel Service Delivery Handbook Guide Separations 34

35 Systems (AFPC Secure Apps) How to access and use: BLSDM AMS CMS PRDA ADP EPROM

36 Accessing all 6 applications (CMS, BLSDM, EPROM, PRDA, AMS & ADP) TIP: Save AFPC Secure to your favorites 36

37 Accessing all 6 applications (CMS, BLSDM, EPROM, PRDA, AMS & ADP) 37

38 TIP: Save AFPC Secure to your favorites 38

39 Accessing Logged into all AFPC 6 applications Secure (CMS, BLSDM, EPROM, PRDA, AMS & ADP) 39

40 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals BLSDM (Base Level Service Delivery Model) the greatest resource for Commanders and 1 st Sergeants! 40

41 Click whichever roster or tool you want to use

42 Click Export to Excel

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44 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals AMS (Assignment Management System) 44

45 1. Highlight role 2. Click Continue

46 Click Member Search 46

47 1. Enter Name or SSN 2. Click Get Career Brief **TIP: You can delegate access** 47

48 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals CMS (Case Management System) used to manage pay/separation issues 48

49 CMS (Case Management System) System used for entering, tracking, resolving and reporting on pay and personnel related cases Pay-related cases follow strict timelines Non-pay related cases do not (still tracked for timeliness) Examples: Separations (Non DOS related) Flight Pay/Jump Pay issues Duty Status (Confinement, AWOL or Hospitalization only) EFMP

50 This is your CMS Main Page CMS Users Guide and updates Click here to access cases requiring your action 50

51 **Most important CMS TIP** Check box to receive an notification when a case is referred to you

52 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals PRDA (Personnel Records Display Application) access to personnel records PRDA = Upgrade to ARMS (Automated Records Management System) 52

53 Access records for any member in your unit 53

54 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals ADP (Airmen Development Plan) from a reviewer standpoint 54

55 IMPORTANT: Brief your officers to notify you when they send you their ADP for review 55

56 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Air Commandos Quiet Professionals EPROM (Enlisted Promotion Release Web) 56

57 The MPS has NO early list for TSgt and below NOTE: Senior rater receives advance list for SNCO releases only 57

58 SUMMARY 1. Adverse Actions 2. Awards and Decorations 3. Base In-processing 4. Classifications 5. Customer Service 6. Duty Status 7. Evaluations 8. Formal Training/ Retraining/ADSC 9. G-Series Orders 10. Leave 11. Line of Duty 12. Outbound Assignments 13. Passports 14. Personnel Deployment Function 15. Promotions 16. Reenlistments and extensions 17. Separations and Retirements 18. Systems (AFPC Secure Apps)

59 Questions? MPS Chief Contact Info: Hurlburt: DSN: