Perform Joint HR Operations

Learning Objective Action: Perform Joint HR Operations Condition: Mid-grade HR Leaders in a classroom environment working individually and as a member of a small group, using doctrinal and administrative publications, practical exercises, case studies, personal experience, handouts, discussion and with an awareness of the Operational Environment (OE) variables and actors. Standard: Application includes: 1. Identifies the organization, functions, and principles of personnel support to Joint Operations. 2. Identifies the roles and responsibilities for providing personnel support to Joint Operations. 3. Identifies key elements and requirements of a Joint Task Force Headquarters.

Historical Perspective National Security Act of 1947 Formed National Military Establishment (NME) Formed three executive departments Established unified and specified commands Created position of Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) Gave SECDEF authority to Establish “general” policies Exercise “general” direction, authority, and control

Chain of Command

The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)

JCS J-1 J-1 Personnel Readiness Personnel Services Joint Manpower J-1 Manpower and Personnel J-1 Personnel Readiness Personnel Services Joint Manpower Director’s Action Group

Organizing the Joint Force The organization of Joint Forces include the following options: Combatant Commands Subordinate Unified Commands Joint Task Forces

Unified Combatant Commands Functional Responsibilities President Chairman of the JCS SECDEF U.S. Southern Command SOUTHCOM U.S. European Command EUCOM U.S. Northern Command NORTHCOM U.S. Special Operations Command SOCOM U.S. Transportation Command TRANSCOM U.S. Central Command CENTCOM U.S. Pacific Command PACOM U.S. Africa Command AFRICOM U.S. Strategic Command STRATCOM Regional/Geographic Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities

Subordinate Unified Commands

Joint Task Force (JTF)

Unified Command Plan 2011 Unified Command Plan

Joint Personnel Training and Tracking Activities JPTTAs may be established in a supporting GCC’s area of responsibility (AOR) upon request of the GCC. Facilitate accountability, training, process and onward movement Individual augmentees will be out-processed through the JPRC JPRCs and JPTTAs should be established as early as possible in an operation.

Personnel Accountability and Strength Reporting Personnel Accounting enables managers to support the commander’s concept of the operation Crucial tool which allows senior leaders to make timely and informed decisions Responsibility of reporting belongs to the individual service component Timely and accurate reporting discipline are crucial throughout the operation

Rotation Policies Joint force mission Projected length of operation Operational environment Low density operational skills requirements Authority limitations for recalled/mobilized personnel Unit training/qualification requirements

Civilian Personnel Planners must consider civilian personnel in every aspect of planning. Planning considerations include: Training requirements Admission requirements Accountability Pay and Compensation Identification and Geneva Convention Cards Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Clothing, Equipping, and Training Awards Support and Services

60 Second Problem Solving

Pay, Allowances, and Entitlements

Postal Operations Mail service should be initiated as soon as possible Commanders must consider postal support for various types of operating environments Sourcing of trained personnel should be based on Service population Commanders must ensure that dedicated postal equipment is available

Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) MWR programs are mission essential to combat readiness Programs may include but are not limited to: Fitness programs and recreation facilities Exchange and resale services Entertainment services Food and beverage sales Book and video services Newspapers Access to telephones Rest and recuperation programs Family well-being impacts the individual service member’s focus on the mission

Casualty Reporting

U.S. Military Decorations and Awards Individual Decorations - Defense Distinguished Service Medal (DDSM) - Defense Superior Service Medal (DSSM) - Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM) - Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM) - Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) - Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM) - “V” device is authorized for the JSCM for heroism Unit Awards - Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA) Campaign medals - Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) - Armed Forces Services Medal (AFSM)

Foreign Decorations and Service Awards For US Military Personnel Accept only in recognition of combat service or for outstanding or unusually meritorious performance Peacetime activities are not considered sufficient to merit foreign individual or unit decorations US personnel are prohibited from requesting or encouraging the offer of a foreign award or decoration For Foreign Military Personnel Acts must have contributed or been a significant benefit to the United States Defense decorations shall not be awarded to foreign military or civilian personnel US campaign and service medals are not authorized to be awarded to members of foreign military establishments

Joint Services Approval Authorities Request for Awards and Concurrences Navy Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Awards, Code: N09B33, Navy Pentagon, Washington, DC 20350-2000 Air Force HQ, U.S. Air Force Personnel Center/DPPPRA, 550 C Street West, Suite 12, Randolph Air Force Base, TX 78150-4712 Marine Corps Commandant, United States Marine Corps, Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Code: MMMA, 3280 Russell Road, Quantico, VA 22134-5103 Coast Guard Commandant, United States Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, G-PS-3, Washington, DC 20593-0001

Sample Joint Award Request

Sample Joint Award Request

Joint Manning Document (JMD) At a minimum, the JMD must contain the following critical elements: Command Activity Department Line Number Billet Type Duty Description Grade Skill/Specialty Security Clearance Source Type Service Location Latest Arrival Date Tour Length

JMD Example

Four Corners 1. Which joint task force(s) was established on a regional/geographical basis? a. NORTHCOM b. SOCOM c. SOUTHCOM d. Both A & C 2. Which joint task force(s) was established on a functional basis? a. PACOM b. AFRICOM c. TRANSCOM d. EUCOM