Ms. Naomi Lynch, IMCOM Operations Update Chief, Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Program Installation Management Command IMCOM delivers and integrates base support to enable readiness for a self-reliant and globally-responsive All Volunteer Army

Overview IMCOM SFL-TAP/SFL Fusion Cell Roles & Responsibilities DD Form 2648 & 2958 – Uploading in Soldiers Personnel File VSO/MSO Update Commercial Internet to NIPR Conversion Budget Rebranding and Messaging Examples of Items & Costs to Support SFL-TAP SFL-TAP 34 Term Hiring Update Supporting At Risk Populations Installation Transition Services Council OIP Trends Transition OPORD/FRAGO Update IMCOM Tasks in Support of SFL-TAP Soldier for Life COP Data Sources Way Ahead 300830OCT12

IMCOM SFL-TAP/SFL Fusion Cell Roles & Responsibilities Prepare Guide, Resource, & Support SFL-TAP Centers, Mobilization and Demobilization IMCOM-wide Provide Soldiers with tools and resources for a successful transition Support the National Memorandum of Understanding Execute all Army policy Train SFL-TAP Managers Connect Connect Soldiers w/future employers at the installation-level Synchronize Garrison Efforts National (COC) Employment Summits Community Relations SFL Champion 300830OCT12

DD Form 2648 & 2958 – Uploading in Soldier’s Personnel File Pre-Separation Checklist Transition points currently upload forms Need for standardization, consistency & efficiencies Reference: AR 600-8-104, 7 Apr 14, Section B-2, Direct Feed and Web Upload of documents to iPERMS DD Form 2958 Service Member Career Readiness Standards/ Individual Transition Plan Checklist 300830OCT12

VSO/MSO and Nonprofit Non-Federal Entities What is it? Purpose 23 Dec 14 SECDEF directive to military services to provide greater access & support services to "VA-recognized Veteran Service and Military Service Organizations” as well as “Nonprofit Non-Federal entities" Installation Commanders must provide space/associated services on a space available basis at no cost It’s the law (Section 5902, section 38, U.S.C.) Maintain strong relationship w/national VSO/MSOs recognized by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the preparation/process of VA Claims Provide better access to military installations Document installation level service support and address the responsibilities of each of the parties Examples of Eligible Organizations Way Ahead VSO/MSO Nonprofit Non-Federal Entities are organizations that provide… Installation commanders are approval authority and must receive requests in writing IMCOM developing policy memo for execution American Ex-Prisoners of War American Red Cross Disabled American Veterans Gold Star Wives of America Military Order of the Purple Heart National Association for Black Veterans National Veterans Legal Services Program The Retired Enlisted Association Veterans of Foreign Wars Wounded Warrior Project Camp Support and Services Physical Fitness/rec activities Scholarships Life skills Career opportunities Emergency/financial assist For example: American Corporate Partners, Operation Reinvent

Commercial Internet to NIPR Conversion What is it? HQDA Army CIO/G6 has requested IMCOM Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) Centers establish a standardized and enterprise approach for provision of connectivity to the internet. There is no standardization as to how the SFL-TAP Centers are currently receiving connectivity to the Internet or receiving desktop support at Installations. Security and ease of Access There are a variety of connectivity solutions: Commercial Internet Service Providers (ISPs) Army Recreation and Machine Program (ARMP) Network Enterprise Center (NEC) Why it is important? There are a variety of connectivity solutions such as commercial Internet Service Providers (ISPs) (i.e. Time Warner, Comcast, Army Recreation and Machine Program (ARMP)) with wireless connectivity to the desktops and Network Enterprise Center (NEC) provided connection (either VLAN or NIPRNet connection) with wired connection to the desktop. Some SFL-TAP centers receive IT equipment support from the local NEC while others do not. mmmmmm In Oct 14 conduct a detailed site survey with 7th SC (T) G3, Ft Gordon NEC and IMCOM at the Ft Gordon SFL-TAP Center to determine IT requirements Concluded IMCOM cost estimate for IT Conversion for selected installations Determine potential Funding Source for implementation IMCOM Battle Rhythm Decision Point Way Forward X

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What is it? Where are we now? Rebranding Army Career & Alumni Program (ACAP) to Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) July 2012 CSA established Army SFL May 2014 CSA directed the rebranding of ACAP to SFL-TAP to reinforce the Army’s commitment to incorporate transition activities throughout a Soldier’s entire military career IMCOM OPORD 15-011 released 24 Oct 14 directs installations to rebrand ACAP to SFL-TAP in 3 phases Phase I (24 Oct 14 - 30 Nov 14) IAW OPORD develop & submit rollout plan Phase II (Oct 14–Sep 16) Execute Phase III (1 Oct 16) FOC What is it? Where are we now? As of 30 Mar 15: 100% of installations delivering SFL-TAP initiated Phase I 100% of installations initiated Phase II 10% of installations report Phase III completion . Talking Points: Today, our Army is undergoing a transition to a smaller force. As we do, IMCOM is doing its part to set the conditions for success on future battlefields. The Soldier for Life (SFL) program is one of the many ways the Army is doing that. The Army is relying on IMCOM to make this effort successful. You all have already heard about and are already in the execution phases of the chief of staff’s initiative to rebrand our ACAP programs to Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Programs. This is not about a name change on buildings but rather an effort to the change mindset of the way transition services are delivered to our stakeholders, regardless of their current status within the Soldier Life Cycle. I want to make sure that you know IMCOM released OPORD 15-011 on 24 Oct 2014 directing our installations to rebrand in three phases as outlined here. I wanted to give you a quick update on where we are with installation rebranding efforts as of 4 Dec 14. We performed a data call on 18 Nov 14 to include the installations’ funding required, challenges rebranding, whether they are using the new SFL logo, whether they have coordinated press releases and organized kickoff events. Great news, 100 percent of our installations have initiated Phase I and 87 percent have begun Phase II. My team is currently compiling your cost estimates and stand ready to assist your TSM with any issues that may arise. We also recently checked the installations’ websites and social media sites and we are making progress but there remains work to be done. As a reminder, this is one of the CSA’s top priorities and HQDA is anxious for us to rebrand as soon as possible. Stay tuned for further developments in our rebranding efforts that will encompass the Retiree Services Offices at our installations. Once we get the Army’s policy guidance on this issue, we will issue instructions to the field on how to proceed. IMCOM WAY AHEAD: Identify funding for Garrisons Review/analyze signage, social media sites, marketing, physical name changes, pamphlets, etc Army rebranding policy for Retirement Services to SFL due NLT 2d Qtr FY15

Example of Rebranding Items & Costs to Support SFL-TAP Qty Price Per Item Subtotal Banner - Vertical Stand 2 $ 90.00 $ 180 Literature Display 3 $ 85.00 $ 255 Floor Poster Stand $195.00 $ 390 Poster Display Kit 1 $120.00 $ 120 Poster, Mounted (Cdr Prg) 20 $ 36.70 $ 734 Poster, Mounted (Soldier) 16 $ 587 Banner - Outdoor $ 22.40 $ 45 Poster, Frames 4 $ 48.00 $ 192 Business Cards $300.00 $ 300 Building Signage $7200.00 $ 7200 Room Signage $ 900.00 $ 900 Name Plates $ 450 Total   $ 11,353 300830OCT12

Total number positions Approved: 34 Number currently filled: 20 Good News Story Total number positions Approved: 34 Number currently filled: 20

Supporting At Risk Populations Purpose and Goal Benefits The Department of Veterans Affairs & the Department of Labor are assisting Soldiers affected by the downsizing of the Army by providing personalized benefit and employment assistance The goal of the project is to secure meaningful employment for those impacted by force reductions prior to their separation date, allowing for a seamless transition to a civilian career Immediate connection with the VA and DOL for one-on-one counseling generally available after transition from service Committed VA Resources to create a VEC profile Expedited assistance from American Job Centers, referrals to job openings & training opportunities, assessments of skills Other Resources SFL Memo Officers with questions regarding Smooth Takeoff should “opt-in” via the registration page of the VEC or contact VA at oeoecsupport.vbavaco@va.gov Veterans Employment Center (VEC): Single employment portal to support veterans and their families; developed by federal government. https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/jobs American Corporate Partners: Non-profit organization assisting veterans in transition with help of business professionals nationwide: located at http://acp-usa.org/.

Installation Transition Services Council What is it? Purpose HQDA EXORD 054-12 directs establishment of an Installation Transition Services Council at IMCOM Army installations to synchronize decision making, prioritize local requirements, enhance readiness, promote stewardship of resources, enhance communications, and highlight issues for elevation to Army senior leaders. The Council supports the Senior Commander in conducting quarterly installation transition services councils with supported and supporting stakeholders. The Council will support collaboration between federal, state/local agencies and private/non-profit organizations that share responsibility for providing transition assistance to Service members and their families. Membership Tasks Membership will include but is not limited to the following stakeholders: Transition Services Managers Retirement Services Officers Installation Contract Managers Veterans Administration Representatives Department of Labor Representatives Career Counselors Education Center Directors Directors of Family Morale Welfare & Recreation Directors of Human Resources Army Reserve/ National Guard Regional Support Garrison Commanders will upload quarterly EXSUMS of their Council meetings to the IMCOM COP. Submission of the quarterly EXSUM will be submitted no later than 15 calendar days prior to the last day of every quarter. IMCOM G1 will consolidate all Garrison responses and forward to the Army’s Transition Proponent Office at Human Resources Command.

SFL-TAP OIPs – What’s Trending? Ensure your Commanders are conducting an Installation Transition Services Council Performance metrics are not communicated to Commanders Contact with Unit Commanders is not maintained Soldiers are not starting the SFL-TAP Process at least 365 days out Marketing objectives need to be achievable VA Benefits briefings not meeting the 6 month requirement OSD TGPS electronic class participant surveys are not being completed 300830OCT12

TRANSITION OPORD UPDATE a/o 10 Mar 15 Background Status Release Date FRAGO to OPORD 15-020, In-Processing changes ACP states eBenefits/My HealtheVet registration to be included during Soldier in-processing along with other tasks to be completed at first duty station Staffed with Regions. Making edits for submission to front office TBD VSO Access MOU Policy Memo VSOs have requested presence on Installations to assist Soldiers with filing for VA benefits/claims Sent to Regions for input Non-profit NFE Policy Memo NFEs have requested presence on Installations to provide additional SFL-TAP service Working draft AJC FRAGO Prior to Capstone, Soldiers can/should contact the American Job Center (AJC) in the region/location a Soldier intends to reside upon transition to begin that early "connection" with potential employers. Career Skills Program (CSP) Soldiers may participate in the Army Credentialing Program or the CSP, to obtain credentials related to their MOS, which include apprenticeships, OJT, job shadowing, employment skills training and internships, capitalizing on training and development opportunities. Working draft w/ACES. Will develop Implementation Plan Modified Curriculum OPORD Army Transition Campaign Plan to support the development and execution for Wounded Warriors Reset OPORD 12-241 To be published Reviewing relevance QA Visits OPORD15-047 Coordinate SAV/Inspection visits Released (OPORD 15-047) 21Jan15 SFL-TAP Center Term Employee CTO Temp manpower effort to assist SFL-TAP Centers w/VOW workload Released (TO15-005) 7Oct14 SFL -TAP Center Workload OPORD Additional VOW Act requirements created the need to reassess the workload maintained by SFL Center personnel Released (OPORD 15-009) 22Oct14 SFL-TAP Rebranding OPORD Directed by CSA to rebrand ACAP Centers Released (OPORD 15-011) 24Oct14 SLC OPORD Army Campaign Plan requires OPORD to be published Released (OPORD 15-020) 12Nov14 IT Assessment TO Supports SLA between 7th SIGCOM & IMCOM Released (T15-013) 13Nov14

IMCOM Tasks in Support SFL-TAP Provide adaptive instruction for Wounded, Ill, and Injured (WII) Soldiers Report quarterly installation and community job fairs/hiring event metrics Provide HRC TD a quarterly QA SAV inspection schedule Publish an OPORD for initial SLC implementation at installations Incorporate Transition SLC overview slide into Ready and Resilient Army orientation course (RRAOC) and Installation Commander/First Sergeant Courses Market to current commanders at the installation level Incorporate Transition SLC requirements into the Commander/First Sergeant Courses Coordinate for ACT access and training Change in-processing procedures to include SLC tasks Develop projected budget requirements to support SLC and CSP implementation 300830OCT12

IMCOM Tasks in Support SFL-TAP (cont’d) Provide information requirements to HRC for Prepare efforts and to SFL for Connect efforts Ensure Soldiers register and upload resumes to the Army employment portal Resource through the Army budget process for Army CSP requirements Serve as the lead for CSP execution at installations; report all CSP program metrics on/around installations to HRC and SFL. Identify pilot locations ICW OEMA to evaluate education decisions and provide installation support during pilots Develop CSP programs for the top ten UCX AC MOS’s Infantry (11), Quartermaster (92), Maintenance (91), Engineers (12), Medical (68), Signal (25) Transportation(88), Aviation (15), Military Police (31), Field Artillery (13), Military Intelligence (35), Armor (19), Adjutant General (42) 300830OCT12

Additional IMCOM Tasks in Support SFL-TAP TSM Quarterly Management Reports Report installation job fairs/hiring events on IMCOM COP Support completion of OSD TGPS participant surveys at the end of each core curriculum class Market to Commanders on your installations the requirement for their Soldiers to complete VOW/CRS Review the SFL-TAP Center Installation Visit calendar located on the IMCOM COP TSM Quarterly Management Reports (IMCOM OPORD 15-001, Annex S, Appendix 1) Report installation job fairs/hiring events on IMCOM COP Sharepoint Site (IMCOM OPORD 15-001, Annex S, Appendix 1) Communicate to the Transitioning populations need/requirement by OSD to participate in the OSD TGPS participant surveys at the end of each core curriculum class Communicate/market to Commanders on your installations the requirement for their Soldiers to complete VOW/CRS (which is more than the five-day TAP classes) CSP reporting metrics (I don’t know the specifics?) Regularly review the SFL-TAP Center Installation Visit calendar located on the IMCOM COP 300830OCT12

Soldier for Life Common Operating Picture Data Sources Garrison Resource Matrix Proponent: HQ IMCOM G1 SFL-TAP Updated monthly Career Skills Programs Proponent: Garrison Staff, IMCOM G1 ACES Updated monthly Employment Readiness Training Proponent: HQ IMCOM G9 Updated NLT 20th of each month TSM Quarterly Management Report -Workshop Assessments -Quarterly Transition Council EXSUM Proponent: Garrison staff Submitted NLT 10 days after quarter end Employment Events Schedule Proponent: Garrison Staff Updated as necessary Financial Readiness Program Proponent: HQ IMCOM G9 Updated NLT 20th of each month SFL-TAP Site Visit Schedule Proponent: HQ IMCOM G1 SFL-TAP Updated weekly SFL-TAP Enrollment % Proponent: Garrison staff Submitted NLT 3 weeks after quarter end TAP Confidence and Quality Metrics Proponent: HQ IMCOM G1 SFL-TAP Updated quarterly

Guiding Resourcing Supporting Way Ahead TSM Handbook OPORDS/FRAGOs AR 600-80 (SFL-Transition Assistance Policy) Fully Implement Transition Councils Worldwide Guiding Manpower Study Metrics Budget Installation Support Resourcing Marketing Training Best Business Practices Market Best Practices “Tell the IMCOM Story” Supporting

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Commanders SFL-TAP Checklist Appoint a Unit Focal Point Advisor to work SFL-TAP requirements Run monthly 12 - 18-month loss rosters to identify eligible Soldiers and compare with SFL-TAP XXI (Get this from your Transition Service Manager). Encourage & provide sufficient time for your Soldiers to participate in all transition programs This means ensure your Soldiers: Get a Pre-separation briefing one-on-one or online (www.sfl-tap.army.mil) Initial Counseling appointment (DD Form 2648/-1) Attend scheduled services such as: DOL Employment Workshop, VA Benefits Briefings I & II, & Resume Building Classes Ensure Soldiers keep their appointments! This slide Reinforces what leaders must do to fully support their transitioning Soldiers and be in full VOW/CRS compliance. First, appoint a Unit Transition Point of Contact. Second, ensure that all IDP are reviewed by the chain of command and career/education counselor, as applicable. Third, run 12-18 month Loss Roster to identify all eligible Soldiers and compare with Soldiers enrolled in ACAP XXI to ensure full VOW/CRS compliance. Finally, ensure that all eligible Soldiers are afforded time to participate and that they keep all their associated transition appointments!

Command Team’s Focus for Transition Soldier Arrival at Unit Leaders should ensure Soldiers develop and/or update their Individual Development Plan (IDP); document within Army Career Tracker (ACT) system to use throughout the Soldier’s Life Cycle . Soldier Life Cycle Encourage Soldiers to consult Army Continuing Education Services (ACES) for civilian education & individual self-assessment; Army Community Services (ACS) training on finances/budget skills and family employment; use Career Counselors for MOS Crosswalk-GAP Analysis, and the Army Learning Management System (ALMS) to assist in military education and training. Transition Decision Eliminate stigma of transition decisions; support the Soldier, ensuring they go to career counselors and continue to work their IDP Continuously engage SFL-TAP personnel and use TAP XXI reporting system and eMILPO datastore to track transition data to make informed decisions to identify Soldiers eligible to attend SFL-TAP services Transition Actions Soldier must begin NLT 12 Months prior to transition from active duty. Consult SFL-TAP staff prior to exempting any Soldier Support Soldier in attending local SFL-TAP classes and consult SFL-TAP to determine appropriate VOW/CRS timeline requirements Validate Soldier’s Career Readiness Skills (consult SFL-TAP for most current requirements). This slide lists Command Team’s Responsibility involving programs to ensure full transition requirements compliance. Upon new Soldiers arrival at the unit the Command Team must develop/update the Soldier’s IDP and track development in the ACT System. Likewise, the Command Team must track the Soldier Life Cycle touch-point requirements at Annual Review, Reenlistment, and Careerist designation. Command Team must also support both career counselor activities and each individual Soldier decision. Once a transition decision is made, the unit should continuously track all eligible Soldiers in ACAP XXI, ensure that all Soldiers begin transition actions NLT 12 months out, and be aware of VOW/CRS requirements and associated exemption policies. Finally, remain in constant contact with TAP to ensure full situational awareness and understanding of most current VOW/CRS requirements/policy.

Commanders: How to be Successful…. Ensure early and frequent Soldier engagement with SFL-TAP 12 – 18 months prior to transition Implement a commander notification process identifying transitioning Soldiers eligible for SFL-TAP services Post the Commanding General SFL-TAP Policy Letter and participate in Quarterly Transition Services Council 1 2 3 This slide lists the four common performance indicators for successful transition programs to ensure VOW/CRS compliance. The first is a Commanding General Policy Letter and incorporated BDE/BN/CO Policy Letters which set the stage in support of Commander/Soldier utilization of SFL-TAP. Second is a notification process for process to identify eligible transitioning Soldiers and encourage SFL-TAP participation. And finally, ensuring early and frequent Soldier engagement with SFL-TAP 12 – 18 months prior to transition. Soldiers should be encouraged to schedule transition related appointments in advance, keep those appointments, and utilize the transition tools available to them. Serve Strong Transition Strong Remain Strong

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