1. HQ U.S. Air Force Academy I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e HIRING, FIRING, AND TRAINING NEW ALOs New LOD School, April 2012 Col John Burling ALO Advisory Panel

2. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e OVERVIEW Hiring ALOs Finding New ALOs Selection Consideration Prospective ALO Interview Application Process Training ALOs Firing ALOs

3. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e HIRING ALOs Finding New ALOs Word of Mouth ARPC Active Duty Base/Reserve/ANG Units Association of Graduates (AOG) AFROTC Alumni Associations Civilians/Retirees

4. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e SELECTION CONSIDERATION AFI 36-2017 – ALO Program Enthusiasm/Self-confidence Appearance Computer Capabilities Geographic Location Military Status Civilian Occupation

5. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e 5 PROSPECTIVE ALO INTERVIEW Request a resume Provide info/answer questions ALO Program Brochure Required Training ALO Responsibilities Readiness! Miscellaneous Personal Appearance Weight/hair Uniforms

6. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e 6 USAFA EXPECTATIONS Log on to the ALOWEB on a routine basis – every time you check your email log on Complete medical, dental and immunizations on an annual basis – you run the risk of not being able to earn points and termination from the program if delinquent Complete Fit Testing annually Have a security clearance or at least applied for one Complete Activity Log on a monthly basis Everyone must do the Online Activity Reports Record the exact time worked Inputted into the system by 4 th of the following month Provide timely OPR and PRF inputs Must do a minimum of 16 points in the FY for continued participation in the ALO program and 12 points to receive an OPR Support Career and College Fairs in your assigned schools

7. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e 7 LOD EXPECTATIONS 4060s evals done on time Make contact with your schools twice a year Follow-up on all candidate inquiries in a timely manner Mandatory attendance at area meetings Make presentations of all appointments and scholarships Logging on to the ALOWEB at least every 2 weeks – last log on turns to red at 14 days and email reminders at 11 days Submitting activity log on a timely basis and consistent with activity form, log ons, additional duties, and time of year Admin time is acceptable – should be less than 20% of your overall point total Additional duties Supporting college fairs, Academy days, etc.

8. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e APPLICATION PROCESS LOD submits New ALO Package to RREA (RREA@usafa.edu)RREA@usafa.edu Primary Duty and Additional Duty ALOs: LAST NAME OF MEMBER_ALO Checklist LAST NAME OF MEMBER_Letter of Justificaiton.pdf LAST NAME OF MEMBER_Letter from the Applicant.pdf LAST NAME OF MEMBER_Last 3 OPRS.pdf LAST NAME OF MEMBER_0-317.pdf

9. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e APPLICATION PROCESS (cont) Primary Duty ALOs Only: LAST NAME OF MEMBER_AF FORM 1288.pdf LAST NAME OF MEMBER_ AF FORM 2096.pdf LAST NAME OF MEMBER_FIT TEST SCORES Additional Duty ALOs Only: Letter of Approval from Squadron Commander Retirees and Civilians Only: Letter of Agreement to perform duties w/o compensation Letter of reference (civilians only)

10. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e WHILE WAITING FOR APPROVAL Keep Prospective ALO informed and motivated Encourage participation – attend college fairs Be ready to train once approved and ALO ID is issued

11. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e TRAINING NEW ALOs Phase I Training Under revision…..based on ALO Handbook Mentor ALOs Phase II Training Specific Training for Additional Duties (Congressional Liaison, etc.) Continuation Training Area Annual Meetings 11

12. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e SUBSTANDARD PERFORMANCE Research - get all info first Probation – inform ALO and RD Set a probation time limit Get written feedback that ALO will perform File an MFR If commitment cannot be made—a letter of resignation is expected

13. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e FIRING ALOs If ALO requirements are NOT satisfied LODs must make recommendation May request probation (for up to one year) Communication is crucial Document feedback Must be processed IAW AFI-2115 Assignment within the Reserve Component Additional Duty ALOs

14. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e FIRING ALOs Removal by mutual consent Communication and documentation are crucial! Be fair and flexible Don’t burn bridges 14

15. I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e QUESTIONS ????? 15