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  • Disabled veteran trains for inaugural Warrior Games

    Doctors once told Matthew Bilancia that playing sports and competing in athletic competition would be difficult, if not nearly impossible. But the Air Force veteran is defying those odds with a demanding workout regimen and by being selected to participate in the inaugural Warrior Games slated May

  • Air Force leaders expand force management options

    Air Force leaders announced March 25 an expansion of force management measures designed to bring the service closer to its authorized, funded end strength. Fewer Airmen than anticipated applied for voluntary programs offered under Phase One of the force management program initiated in November 2009.

  • Air Force officials announce officer promotion results

    The 2009D Line of the Air Force, Biomedical Science Corps, and Nurse Corps central selection boards recently selected 541 lieutenant colonels, 99 majors and 235 captains for promotion.The boards considered 4,265 lieutenant colonels, 764 majors, and 367 captains for promotion. The entire list of

  • Civilian, officer development backs up book study with travel

    From Southbridge, Mass., to Seoul, South Korea, the 61 members of the 2010 Department of Defense Executive Leadership Development Program have been globetrotting to gain hands-on field experience geared toward sculpting their joint leadership skills. By exposing the participants to the various

  • Developmental education deadline set

    Officers have until April 5 and civilians have until April 26 to submit applications for consideration by the selection board for intermediate or senior developmental education in 2010. Officers apply using a Web-based application, while civilians submit a hard copy application to the Air Force

  • Air Force Personnel Center stands up Operating Locations

    Beginning April 1, the Air Force Personnel Center is establishing operating locations to provide reach-back capability and on-site personnel specialists for the Air Force Materiel Command and the Air Force District of Washington Large Civilian Centers. The transition to AFPC operating locations

  • Air Force now taking applications for summer jobs

    The Air Force is ramping up for the upcoming season by advertising hundreds of job vacancies online that support the annual summer employment program. Qualified individuals can apply online at USAJOBS.gov for various positions, including office automation and computer clerks, laborers, lifeguards

  • AF officials name 2009 public service award winners

    Air Force officials recently announced the four Air Force winners, and nominees for the 2009 Government Employees Insurance Company Public Service awards.Mr. Jeffery K. Hikes of Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Mr. James R. Ratliff of Scott AFB, Ill., Mr. Bill W. James of Lackland AFB, Texas, and Mr.

  • Officials implement second DOS rollback

    Air Force officials announced today the need for a second enlisted date of separation rollback with a mandatory DOS of June 30, 2010. This program is part of an overall effort by the Air Force to maintain a quality enlisted force and meet the congressionally mandated end strength.In November,

  • De-mystifying 'Who May Apply' for Air Force civilian jobs

    Cracking the code of Air Force civilian job announcements can be as easy as understanding the specific appointment eligibilities, the "key" that allows individuals to be considered for various Air Force civilian jobs. Ensuring applicants and hiring officials understand the most frequently used

  • NSPS Web site adds features to track transition

    New features on the redesigned NSPS Web site give employees the opportunity to follow the Air Force's progress as it prepares to transition more than 44,000 current Air Force National Security Personnel System employees into non-NSPS personnel systems.To enhance transparency in operations, the Web

  • DOD Resumes Military Career Spouse Program

    The Department of Defense announced today the resumption of the Military Spouse Career Advancement Account - MyCAA - program. Beginning March 13 at 12 p.m. EST, the 136,583 military spouses who are currently enrolled in the program will once again be able to receive tuition assistance."We made a

  • RPA sensor operators named team of year

    Air Force and Air Force Association officials recently announced remotely piloted aircraft sensor operators as the 2010 Team of the Year.AFA officials named five enlisted Airmen in the RPA sensor operators' career field as individual 2010 Team of the Year award winners.Each year, the AFA recognizes

  • New process available for selecting retirement option

    Officers and enlisted Airmen reaching 15 years of active-duty service will have new procedures in place beginning April 1 to accept enrollment in the Redux retirement plan. Airmen will receive an electronic notification of their eligibility for the High-3 Choice retirement plan that allows members

  • Manpower agency names annual award winners

    Air Force Manpower Agency officials recognized its 2009 top performers recently during an annual awards luncheon here.The awards recognized the top military members, civilians and teams throughout the Air Force Manpower Agency."The winners represent the best across the Air Force at helping optimize

  • Select bases using new civilian application procedure

    The planned Feb. 22 rollout of a civilian hiring test initiative activated on schedule, requiring current Air Force civilian employees to follow new procedures when applying for jobs at select bases. Air Force civilians applying for jobs at Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Osan Air Base, Korea; or any of the

  • A1 annual award winners announced

    The deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services recently announced the 2009 award winners for the A1 community."The A1 community is ready, engaging, and constantly leaning forward to support Airmen and taking care of their families," said Lt. Gen. Richard Newton. "While celebrating

  • Additional Airmen needed for Tops In Blue

    Air Force Services Agency officials are still looking for Airman to join the 2010 Tops In Blue team here."Tops In Blue is known for its music. In fact, it is one of the few touring shows that feature a full live band and this year is no exception," said Tom Edwards, Chief of Air Force Entertainment.

  • 31 Airmen selected for Tops In Blue

    Air Force Services Agency officials recently announced the names of 31 Airmen selected for the world-renowned Tops In Blue team for 2010.For nine days, 74 Air Force singers, dancers, and musicians competed for the Tops In Blue slots during January's Air Force Worldwide Talent Contest at Lackland Air

  • Officials announce E-8 selection stats

    Air Force officials selected 1,269 of 13,741 eligible master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant for a selection rate of 9.24 percent.The average score for those selected was 665.85, with an average time in grade of 4.38 years and an average time in service of 20.2 years, respectively.

  • Air Force Uniform Office staff wants your opinions

    The Air Force Uniform Office staff here conducted field solicitations for Airmen suggestions and concerns about Air Force uniforms to incorporate into a uniform strategic plan for future developments. These forums took place Jan. 25 and 26 at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, and Feb. 17 and 18 Maxwell AFB

  • Air Force youth shoot for the stars

    Air Force Services Agency officials are sponsoring the Air Force Space Camp at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala., Jul. 25 - 30, for eligible 12 - 18 years old."The camp is an inspiring week of fun and enriching space activities including Space Shuttle simulators and authentic

  • Culture, Language Center staff launches culture-general training

    Today's global environment calls for Airmen to have the knowledge, skills and attitudes with which to build partnerships and effectively communicate with international partners and potential adversaries, manpower and personnel officials said Feb. 22 here. Without the proper training and development

  • Deployment briefings important for spouses

    When your spouse is deployed, it is inevitable that your car will break down, your house will spring a leak, and everyone in the household will come down with a rare illness.The good news is there is help, no matter what the situation. And the best place to start is the Airman and Family Readiness

  • My Development Plan gives Airmen access to career information, mentorship

    Airmen soon will have a new, Web-based tool to track their career and work with a mentor from throughout the Air Force, according to Dan Sitterly, the director of Force Development for the deputy chief of staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services.My Development Plan, which is made up of My Civilian

  • Application deadline set for officer development opportunities

    Air Force officers considering advanced academic degree and experience broadening programs in 2011 have until April 30 to apply.Officers in space and missiles operations, intelligence, weather, logistics, program management, developmental engineering, communications and information, public

  • Schriever spouse wins short story contest

    Erin Wetmore has been an Air Force spouse for a year and a half. In that short time, she has learned that military life can be like an amusement park.Mrs. Wetmore, wife of 1st Lt. Ross Wetmore, 50th Operations Support Squadron, learned in a surprise announcement that she had won the Year of the Air

  • Dependent wins Air Force writing contest

    The daughter of one of Andersen's senior NCOs received a pleasant surprise when she was notified she won a short story contest sponsored by MyAirForceLife.com.Ashley Nelson, daughter of the 36th Civil Engineer Squadron's Master Sgt. Dennis Nelson, won a laptop computer and gift certificate for a

  • Video competition at MyAirForceLife.com

    What does MyAirForceLife.com have in common with YouTube, the world's most popular online video community? Like YouTube, MyAirForceLife.com accepts video clips, allowing the global community to watch, share, and vote on videos online.What's different is visitors to MyAirForceLife.com have an

  • 11 Airmen take worldwide talent search honors

    The top 11 Air Force entertainers were selected from 74 bluesuiters gathered for the annual Air Force Worldwide Talent Search Jan. 17 through 25 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas.The Air Force's top talents were chosen after 9 days of auditions, rehearsals and interviews, which culminated in three

  • AF cross country teams win Armed Forces title

    The Air Force men's and women's cross country teams won the Armed Forces Cross Country Championship Feb. 13 at Plantes Ferry Sports Complex, Spokane Valley, Wash."This was the most talented men's and women's team I've been a part of in seven years. I was proud of how well everyone performed," said

  • Week long focus encourages saving for the future

    Officials at Airman & Family Readiness Centers everywhere are gearing up for the 2010 Military Saves Week and Military Youth Saves Week Feb. 21 - 28.The campaign promotes financial readiness among Airmen and their families by encouraging them to effectively manage or eliminate their debt and to

  • New AF dining program offers greater variety, availability

    Airmen at six bases may soon see changes to their dining venues and food and beverage options bringing greater quality and variety, Air Force services officials said recently.The pilot program of the Air Force Services Agency's Food Transformation Initiative is gearing up to bring a new way of

  • Two AF winners announced for African-American recognition award

    Department of Defense officials recently named the two Air Force winners of the 2010 DOD African-American History Month Recognition Awards.An active duty major stationed at the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., and a senior master sergeant from the Air

  • ‘My Biz’ offers certifications, licenses updating for civilians

    A tab in "My Biz" allows civilian employees to update and view their completed certifications and licenses through the self-service module in the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System. "We always look for ways to improve the customer experience and one way to do that is by providing immediate

  • Football Frenzy winners attend Super Bowl

    Four Air Force club members won a trip to attend the Super Bowl between the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts Feb. 7 in Miami.The club members were drawn from more than 13,000 entries received during the first 16 weeks of the Air Force Services Agency's Football Frenzy promotion. Winners

  • Local students participate in African-American Heritage Knowledge Bowl

    Local students from Judson Early College Academy and Woodlake Hills Middle School walked away with a trophy and individual medallions after winning the second annual African-American Heritage Knowledge Bowl at Randolph High School here Feb. 6. Sponsored by Team Randolph's African-American Heritage

  • Officials extend financial management program deadline

    Air Force Personnel Center officials have extended the deadline for Air Force line officers to apply for the Financial Management Leadership Program to March 15.Assignment officials hope to find approximately 10 line officers outside the 65F financial management career specialty interested in the

  • AF nominees for 2009 military service awards announced

    Air Force officials recently announced the four Air Force nominees for the 2009 Government Employees Insurance Company Military Service awards.Master Sgt. Michael T. Lund of Ramstein Air Base, Germany; Senior Airman Curtis D. Billig of Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii; Master Sgt. Vincent T. Dewberry

  • Thousands of families sign up for FitFamily

    Within the first week of the launch of FitFamily, more than 2,000 families have signed up for the program at http://www.usafFitFamily.com.FitFamily empowers families to take charge of their lifestyles and make healthier choices. The program offers innovative ideas, resources and activities for Air

  • New concept for annual AF Assistance Fund campaign announced

    Air Force officials are introducing a new concept this year for the annual Air Force Assistance Fund "Commitment to Caring" campaign, which provides Airmen the opportunity to contribute to four official Air Force charitable organizations.The campaign, now in its 37th year, will run during a

  • Nominations open for 2010 Sijan award

    Awards and decorations officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are seeking nominations for the 2010 Lance P. Sijan United States Air Force Leadership Award.This award recognizes the accomplishments of officers and enlisted members who have demonstrated the highest quality of leadership in

  • Nominations open for civilian humanitarian award

    Awards and decorations officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are seeking nominations for the 2010 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award.This award is presented annually to an individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional patriotism,

  • Online library invaluable in civilian hiring process

    An Air Force hiring surge in the coming year combined with the termination of the National Security Personnel System make it even more critical for supervisors to know where to go for guidance in the hiring process.The Air Force Standard Core Personnel Document Library provides hiring managers

  • AF officials announce officer selections

    Air Force officials selected 30 lieutenant colonels, 47 majors, and 3,087 captains for promotion during the 2009C chaplain, judge advocate and Line of the Air Force Central Selection boards. The boards considered 151 lieutenant colonels, 195 majors and 3,607 captains for promotion. The entire list

  • MacDill teen wins T-shirt design competition

    Complete surprise was the feeling one teen had when he won the MyAirForceLife.com T-shirt competition at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. recently.Nick Berglund, son of retired Army Lt. Col. Rich and Robin Berglund, won the competition out of 61 submissions in the youth category.Col. Lawrence Martin,

  • Nominations open for 2011 National Public Service Award

    Awards and decorations officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are seeking nominations for the 2011 National Public Service Award.The National Public Service Award recognizes individuals with agency-wide responsibility who exhibit the highest standards of excellence, dedication, and

  • Air Force Services Agency officials launch family fitness Web site

    In conjunction with the start of the FitFamily initiative, Air Force Services Agency officials will launch a family fitness Web site Jan. 30 as part of the Year of the Air Force Family.FitFamily is a goal-incentive program and is open to all active duty, Reserve and Guard members, Department of

  • Deployed Airman wins design contest

    Air Force Services Agency officials announced the winner of the MyAirForceLife.com T-shirt contest recently here.Staff Sgt. Nathan Cruz, a radio frequency transmission technician, who is deployed from Robins Air Force Base, Ga., won the contest out of 174 submissions in the adult category. His

  • Youth center mom is parent of the year

    A member of the 60th Force Support Squadron was named 2009 National Alliance for Youth Sports Parent of the Year by the National Association of Youth Sports Dec. 2 at a ceremony held in Orlando, Fla.Patty Karels, a school-age clerk for the Travis Youth Center here, received the Parent of the Year

  • Air Force program develops senior civilian leaders

    Civilian Strategic Leader Program officials are briefing Air Force career field functional leaders this month on details of the program aimed at developing the senior-leader, civilian workforce."The Air Force has approximately 300 Senior Executive Service civilians today, and we need to ensure we

  • Military families gain access to free, online tutoring

    The Defense Department has launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families. The site - http://www.tutor.com/military -- offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, resume writing and more. Marine Corps and Army

  • Call for warrior games coaches

    If you have ever wanted to follow the footsteps of legendary coaches like John Wooden or Ed Owen, the Air Force Services Agency Fitness Branch is looking for you.The Air Force team for the first-ever Warrior Games needs coaches for shooting, swimming, archery, volleyball, cycling, track and field

  • AF officials return high year tenure rates to previous lengths

    High year of tenure rates for most enlisted personnel will return to their previous time lengths, Air Force officials announced recently.The revised policy means senior airmen, for example, can serve up to 10 years of total active federal military service instead of 12 years.High year of tenure is

  • Air Force selects Airmen for physical therapy training

    An Air Force board here selected two Airmen to attend the U.S. Army-Baylor University Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.First Lt. Ronald Miller of Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., and Tech. Sgt. Aaron Butler of Moody AFB, Ga., were selected to attend the 28-month academic

  • 16 Air Force units win 2008-2009 AF unit awards

    Air Force officials announced the 2008-2009 United States Air Force Unit Awards this week naming sixteen units among the Air Force's best in five categories.Units were awarded the Gallant Unit Citation, the Meritorious Unit Award, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor, the Air Force

  • Taking care of caregivers

    Deployments are a way of life in today's Air Force. Accordingly, Air Force members plan ahead and anticipate all contingencies while they are deployed.One plan that is required by all Air Force members with families is a family care plan that reasonably covers all situations, short and long term.

  • Air Force officials name Sijan award winners

    The Air Force recently recognized four Airmen with the service's 2009 Lance P. Sijan Air Force Leadership Award.The Sijan award annually recognizes Airmen who demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities.The senior officer category winner is Lt. Col. Roger A. Sherman, who is assigned to Peterson Air

  • Air Force officials extend deadline for warrior games applications

    Air Force officials are accepting applications until Feb. 15 for the inaugural Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, Colo.Wounded, ill and injured servicemembers will compete across all branches of the military in a joint effort between the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Olympic Committee.

  • Developmental opportunities in WMD for civilians/officers

    Officials are requesting nominations for a professional military education course in the study of weapons of mass destruction.The Center for the Study of Weapons of Mass Destruction at the National Defense University announced recently the call for nominations to the 2010 program for emerging

  • Officials identify Air Force pilot MIA from Vietnam War

    The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office announced Jan. 12 that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from the Vietnam War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial. Air Force Maj. Russell C. Goodman of Salt Lake City, Utah, will be honored this

  • Select bases to implement new civilian application procedure

    As early as mid-February, the rollout of a civilian hiring test initiative will require current Air Force civilian employees to follow new procedures when applying for jobs at select bases. Air Force civilians who want to apply for jobs at Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Osan Air Base, Korea; or any of the

  • Air Force participating in summer program

    Air Force organizations have the opportunity to begin hiring students March 17 for temporary, funded positions as part of the 2010 Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities.The Air Force is participating this summer in the annual program sponsored by the Department of

  • Air Force seeking athletes for warrior games

    The deadline for submitting applications to compete in the inaugural Warrior Games is Friday.Approximately 200 wounded active duty members and military veterans will compete in the Warrior Games May 10 to 14 in Colorado Springs, Colo., Defense Department officials announced Jan. 7. Air Force is

  • Airmen transition into new fitness program

    As Airmen begin transitioning into the new testing cycle this month, officials worked to publish the new Air Force instruction to the Air Force Publications Web site Jan. 12, with an effective date of July 1.Air Force officials unveiled the new fitness program in August while still completing a

  • Andrews Air Force Base wins youth sports award

    National Alliance for Youth Sports officials recently announced the winners of the Excellence in Youth Sports Award at the 2009 Youth Sports Congress in Orlando, Fla.Andrews Air Force Base, Md., along with four other winners, was selected for their commitment to providing excellence in the field of

  • Wounded vets to participate in first warrior games

    Approximately 200 wounded active duty members and military veterans will compete in the inaugural Warrior Games May 10 to 14 in Colorado Springs, Colo., Defense Department officials announced today. The U.S. Olympic Committee will host the games, and events will include shooting, swimming, archery,

  • Nominations open for public service award for federal employees

    AFPC officials announce 61st Annual William A. Jump Memorial AwardAwards and decorations officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are seeking nominations for the 61st Annual William A. Jump Memorial Award.The annual award recognizes a federal employee for his or her outstanding service in

  • Tyndall Airman named Female Athlete of the Year

    When she was just 5 years old, she was already learning to hit softballs in her family's Fort Lauderdale, Fla., backyard. The balls were pitched patiently, one after the other, by an encouraging father who saw something special in his little girl's extraordinary ability to connect a bat with a ball.

  • Airmen treated to a Christmas feast

    The secretary of the Air Force served a Christmas meal to Airmen at Osan Air Base, South Korea, during his visit to the Air Force's installations in Korea Dec. 24-25.Secretary Michael Donley met with Airmen during a tour to Osan and Kunsan AB, where he also had a chance see firsthand improvements

  • Total Force Service Center observes holiday hours

    In observance of the upcoming holidays, the Total Force Service Center closes from 12 p.m. Dec. 24 to 12:01 a.m. Dec. 27 and midnight Dec. 31 to 12:01 a.m. Jan. 2. The TFSC is available for all general personnel inquires by calling (800) 525-0102. Hearing impaired employees who have access to TDD

  • Officials seek 10 enlisted for AFIT degree program

    Air Force Institute of Technology officials are offering 10 noncommissioned officers the opportunity to pursue an advanced science, engineering or management degree at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Ten NCOs from around the Air Force will be selected in February to attend the

  • Retirement answers live with new AFPC webinar series

    The Air Force Personnel Center here has launched a series of web conferences, called webinars, designed to provide retirement-eligible Airmen the information they need to submit their retirement applications."We designed these webinars to better serve our customers and enable more direct

  • Anheuser-Busch offers free theme park admission

    A tribute program that has provided free admission to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens for more than 4 million members of U.S. and coalition armed forces and their families has been extended through 2010."Here's to the Heroes," a program sponsored by Anheuser-Busch, was launched in February 2005 to

  • DePLAYment tags coming soon

    Air Force Services Agency officials will be offering DePLAYment tags to families of deployed members starting Monday through Jul. 31, 2010, as part of the Year of the Air Force Family.Eligible members can log on to http://www.myairforcelife.com to see if their installation is participating and find

  • Senior leaders accomplish year of the Air Force family road show

    Air Force leaders traveled recently to 23 bases across 12 major commands, including the Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve Command, to spread the word on Year of the Air Force Family.Known as the Year of the Air Force Family road show, Air Force leaders had the opportunity to meet hundreds

  • Opportunities available in financial management

    Air Force line officers interested in applying for the Financial Management Leadership Program must submit their nominations to the Air Force Personnel Center by Jan. 5.The four-year program specializes in Air Force leadership development by providing an opportunity for line officers outside the 65F

  • Roger that: what the Air Force life means to me

    When Chief Master Sgt. Malcolm McVicar answered the question, "What does the Air Force life mean to me," on www.MyAirForceLife.com, he answered, "The Air Force family is the family that grows each day as you meet new Airmen. Like a traditional family, they are always there when you need them the

  • Year of the Air Force Family short story competition coming soon

    Air Force Services Agency officials are accepting short story competition entries on myairforcelife.com, starting Dec. 20 through Feb. 14, as part of the Year of the Air Force Family.This is an opportunity for Airmen to express through their short story, what living the Air Force life means to them,

  • Air Force to begin involuntary phase of retraining for NCOs

    In order to rebalance the NCO force, more than 700 Airmen volunteered this fall to retrain through the NCO retraining program. However, more than 300 additional Airmen are needed to retrain to ensure all career fields are equally manned.Phase II, which identifies non-volunteers for retraining,

  • 2010 TSP contributions remain at '09 limits

    The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board has announced the 2010 elective deferral limit for regular Thrift Savings Plan contributions will remain at $16,500, unchanged from 2009. Contributions for the TSP catch-up plan also remains at the $5,500 limit set in 2009."TSP is a long-term retirement

  • Promotion to E-8 to require resident SNCOA

    Completion of the resident Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy or a sister service equivalent becomes a requirement for promotion to senior master sergeant effective Jan. 1, Air Force officials announced today as part of a policy change.The change in the professional military education

  • Twitter accounts feed job opportunities, news to customers

    Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr - the Web is fueling society's digital hunger for real-time information and dialogue, and the Air Force Personnel Center and the Air Force Services Agency are serving up the first course.Two Twitter accounts are currently being managed by the public affairs office

  • Nominations open for 2010 DOD Employee with a Disability Award

    Awards and decorations officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are seeking nominations for the 2010 Outstanding Department of Defense Employee with a Disability Award.This Secretary of Defense award recognizes the contributions and achievements made by physically or mentally disabled

  • Nominations sought for 2010 American Legion service award

    Officials at the Air Force Personnel Center here are now accepting nominations for the 2010 American Legion Spirit of Service Award.The award is sponsored by the National Headquarters of the American Legion and is presented annually to an enlisted member from each of the military branches for

  • 3-year Korea option opens up to federal employees

    A 36-month tour option has been approved for federal employees accepting accompanied tours to select bases in Korea, a move designed to create greater continuity of operations, increased long-term savings, and an improved quality of life for civilian employees and their families.A memorandum by Gail

  • Nominees sought for Affirmative Employment, Special Emphasis Program awards

    Officials at the Air Force Equal Opportunity Office are requesting nominations for the 2009 Affirmative Employment Program and Special Emphasis Program awards. The AEP and SEP awards recognize individuals who have demonstrated leadership in and made significant contributions to furthering equal

  • Tops In Blue seeking new talent, auditions open

    The Air Force's premier entertainment group, Tops In Blue, is seeking new performers to be part of the 2010 Tops In Blue World Tour.Air Force "Mission Audition" is open to all members of the Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard, regardless of rank or career field.The group is looking

  • Air Force accepting nominations for public administration award

    The Air Force is now accepting nominations for the 6th Annual Department of Defense David O. Cooke Excellence in Public Administration Award. This award recognizes non-managerial career civilian employees who demonstrate great leadership potential as future federal executives. To be eligible,

  • Wounded warrior program continues assisting Airmen and their families

    Air Force leaders remain committed to the service's top investments: Airmen and their families. In support of a Defense Department initiative to return wounded warriors to productive military service or civilian life, Air Force officials here have revised several personnel policies. These policies

  • Transfer Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits easier with new virtual application

    A new module in the virtual Military Personnel Flight that will simplify the process of transferring Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits to dependents is set to launch this month.The new vMPF module will check an Airman's eligibility and allow Airmen to fill out, sign, and send the required statement of

  • Newest Air Force command hiring now for top priority mission

    The Air Force Global Strike Command is aggressively working to hire the best people available for one of the Air Force's top priorities -- reinvigorating the nuclear enterprise. Active-duty, civilian and Guard and Reserve, especially those with nuclear experience, are being encouraged to apply for

  • Records transfer marks historic milestone

    The ceremonial transfer of approximately 177,000 official military personnel files from the Air Force to the National Archives and Records Administration here Nov. 18 marked a milestone as the final service to make its historical documents a part of the public record."This is an especially historic

  • Football Frenzy winners to attend NFL game

    Four members of Air Force clubs are the winners of a trip to attend a regular season NFL game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New York Jets in Tampa, Fla., Dec. 13.The club members were drawn from more than 7,000 entries received during the first nine weeks of the Air Force Services

  • Nominees sought for Air Force Sergeants Association Pitsenbarger Award

    The Air Force Sergeants Association are seeking nominations for the 2010 Pitsenbarger Award. The annual AFSA Pitsenbarger Award recognizes an Air Force enlisted servicemember who has performed a heroic act, on or off duty, that result in saving a life or preventing serious injury to another person

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