ANNOUNCEMENTS & OPPORTUNITIES:
ARMY MEDICINE Wolf Pack Award Nominations
ARMY MEDICINE Wolf Pack Award Nominations
Nominations are being accepted for the 2QFY24 Wolf Pack Award. Anyone can nominate a team for this award, with Command endorsement. Click below to download the Wolf Pack Nomination Form. Submit completed forms via email to AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief at any time throughout the quarter. Nominations must be received by the last working day of the month for consideration of the award for that quarter. NOTE: An Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and an adverse action clearance is required for Civilians and equal opportunity (EO) certification for military from the respective offices (EO, EEO or CPAC) on all team members. The clearance must be within a 30-day window of submission of the nomination packet. Click HERE for the Wolf Pack nomination form.
Check out the Wolf Pack page for more information: https://ameddciviliancorps.amedd.army.mil/wolf-pack-award The AMEDD Wolf Pack Award is designed to recognize and celebrate successes of teams made up of a mix of Army Medicine Civilians and Active Duty Military. The Wolf Pack Award recognizes teamwork that drives excellence in outcomes supporting the Army Medicine mission. Suspense for 2nd Qtr: Friday, 15 March 2024.
To view the OTSG/MEDCOM Policy Memo 22-009, Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Policy dtd 11 Mar 2022, click HERE.
ARMY MEDICINE Wolf Pack Award Nominations
Nominations are being accepted for the 1QFY24 Wolf Pack Award. Anyone can nominate a team for this award, with Command endorsement. Click below to download the Wolf Pack Nomination Form. Submit completed forms via email to AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief at any time throughout the quarter. Nominations must be received by the last working day of the month for consideration of the award for that quarter. NOTE: An Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and an adverse action clearance is required for Civilians and equal opportunity (EO) certification for military from the respective offices (EO, EEO or CPAC) on all team members. The clearance must be within a 30-day window of submission of the nomination packet. Click HERE for the Wolf Pack nomination form.
Check out the Wolf Pack page for more information: https://ameddciviliancorps.amedd.army.mil/wolf-pack-award The AMEDD Wolf Pack Award is designed to recognize and celebrate successes of teams made up of a mix of Army Medicine Civilians and Active Duty Military. The Wolf Pack Award recognizes teamwork that drives excellence in outcomes supporting the Army Medicine mission. Suspense for 1st Qtr: Friday, 29 December 2023.
To view the OTSG/MEDCOM Policy Memo 22-009, Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Policy dtd 11 Mar 2022, click HERE.
AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief Sends: Announcement of 3QFY23 Army Medicine Wolf Pack Winner
Congratulations to the Medical Readiness Command, East (MRC, East) G 3/5/7, Phoenix Operational Planning Team (OPT) as the 3QFY23 Wolf Pack Award Winner. Click HERE to read more of the team's accomplishments and impact to Army Medicine. The Eastern Phoenix Operational Planning Team (OPT) is comprised of 27 Army Active Duty military and Department of the Army Civilians. The team worked cohesively to assess individual and collective readiness in support of public health emergency management and activation of the Army’s medical mobilization system simultaneously. These well-planned exercises provided the Phoenix OPT opportunities to build partner relationships between the civilian and military communities thus enabling capacity building. Please join us in congratulating the Medical Readiness Command, East (MRC, East) G 3/5/7, Phoenix Operational Planning Team (OPT) for their exceptional teamwork and noteworthy outcomes. These efforts illustrate selfless service and dedication, as well as epitomize the highest standards of the Army and Army Medicine.
Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Winners
We are proud of the exceptional contributions of our Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Winners. All previous Announcements of Army Medicine Wolf Pack Awards may be found under the CORPS PROGRAMS page and WOLF PACK AWARDS.
Iron Majors Week
We are now accepting applications for the Iron Majors Week (IMW) program. Please have all submissions submitted by 15 December 2023. Click here for the IMW nomination portfolio.
Junior Leadership Course
We are now accepting applications for the Junior Leadership Course (JLC). Please have all submissions submitted by 13 January 2024. Click here for the JLC nomination portfolio.
AMEDD CIVILIAN CORPS CHIEF TOWNHALL - RECORDING AND SLIDES
If you missed the town hall on 20 June 2023, you can see the recording here. (CAC Enabled)
Slides for Town hall are located here (CAC Enabled)
The Army Surgeon General Sends (CAC Required)
The Army Surgeon General, LTG R. Scott Dingle, “TSG SENDS” messages are provided below for your situational awareness.
Please read!
TSG Sends - Army Medicine #181
TSG Sends - Army Medicine #180
TSG Sends - Army Medicine #179
To access previous TSG SENDS Messages, please visit the WHAT'S NEW and COVID-19 pages.
Army Medicine - DPA Sends (CAC Required)
Army Medicine Wolf Pack Awards
4QFY23 Wolf Pack Award Nominations, Suspense Extended: FRI, 30 Sep 2023
Nominations are being accepted for the 4QFY23 Wolf Pack Award. Anyone can nominate a team for this award, with Command endorsement. Click below to download the Wolf Pack Nomination Form. Submit completed forms via email to AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief at anytime throughout the quarter. Nominations must be received by the last working day of the month for consideration of the award for that quarter. NOTE: An Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and an adverse action clearance is required for Civilians and equal opportunity (EO) certification for military from the respective offices (EO, EEO or CPAC) on all team members. The clearance must be within a 30 day window of submission of the nomination packet. Click HERE for the Wolf Pack nomination form.
Check out the Wolf Pack page for more information: https://ameddciviliancorps.amedd.army.mil/wolf-pack-award The AMEDD Wolf Pack Award is designed to recognize and celebrate successes of teams made up of a mix of Army Medicine Civilians and Active Duty Military. The Wolf Pack Award recognizes teamwork that drives excellence in outcomes supporting the Army Medicine mission. Suspense for 4th Qtr: Fri, 30 Sep 2023.
To view the OTSG/MEDCOM Policy Memo 22-009, Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Policy dtd 11 Mar 2022, click HERE.
AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief Sends: Announcement of 2QFY23 Army Medicine Wolf Pack Winner
Congratulations to the U.S. Army Medical Command (MEDCOM) G-3/5/7 Healthcare Operations COVID Crisis Action Team, Falls Church, VA and Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Texas as the 2QFY23 Wolf Pack Award Winner. Click HERE to read more of the team's accomplishments and impact to Army Medicine. Please join us in congratulating the MEDCOM G-3/5/7 COVID Crisis Action Team for their exceptional teamwork and noteworthy outcomes. These efforts illustrate selfless service and dedication, as well as epitomize the highest standards of the Army and Army Medicine.
AMEDD Civilian Corps Chief Sends: Announcement of 1QFY23 Army Medicine Wolf Pack Winner
Congratulations to the U.S. Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award winner, Project Convergence 22 - Medical, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE), Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Click HERE to read more of the team's accomplishments and impact to Army Medicine. Please join us in congratulating the team for their exceptional teamwork and noteworthy outcomes. These efforts illustrate selfless service and dedication reflecting great credit on the Army, Army Medicine and the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence epitomizing the highest standards of the Army and Army Medicine.
Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Winners
We are proud of the exceptional contributions of our Army Medicine Wolf Pack Award Winners. All previous Announcements of Army Medicine Wolf Pack Awards may be found under the CORPS PROGRAMS page and WOLF PACK AWARDS.
TSG45 Professional Reading List - What am I Reading
We've recently updated the TSG45's Professional Reading List - What I am Reading and may be found HERE. Hope you'll check it out. Let us know if you have further questions or require additional information by sending an email to usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corps-chief@army.mil.
Have you Created or Updated your Individual Development Plan (IDP) Today?
An Individual Development Plan (IDP) is a tool to assist employees in planning their career and personal development goals. Its primary purpose is to help employees reach short and long-term career goals, as well as improve current job performance. An IDP is not a performance evaluation tool or a one-time activity. The IDP represents the partnership between the employee and the supervisor, and involves preparation with continuous feedback.
The IDP is a performance improvement tool designed for Army Civilians. It is an annual requirement completed in partnership with the supervisor and the employee. When properly used, the IDP includes all the training and leader development activities that assist Army Civilians in achieving their career goals within the context of the organization’s mission. Army Civilians may search multiple Army education and training resources, monitor their career development, and receive personalized advice from their supervisor and Army leadership.
Use the guides reference below to walk you through the process of creating or updating your IDP! See the link below
Guide to Army Career Tracker
The Army Career Tracker has transitioned to Army 365 Teams. You can attend via Teams or view a past recorded session. Click and copy and paste the link embedded: Army Career Tracker A365 TEAM. The Army Career Tracker (ACT) Information Outreach team conducts ACT L2 Lunch and Learn Training sessions.
ACT 101 is designed for anyone that is new to ACT or needs to complete an IDP.
ACT 201 training sessions target more advanced users, admins and community owners.
Visit the Information and Updates page at: https://actnow.army.mil/communities/community/additionalresources-updates
Send us an email through the Corps Chief mailbox at usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corpschief@army.mil if you have further questions.
Percipio Platform (Upgraded platform from Army e-Learning)
The web-based Army e-Learning portal, designed to further civilian skills and provide training opportunities, has transitioned to a new system on Jan. 3.
Current users will have their new accounts automatically created. However, they will need to update their email addresses in the Skillport “My Profile” section. Checkout the current issue of the Corps Connection newsletter at: https://www.pdmatis.army.mil/eLearning%20Newsletter.pdf
Check out the video provided on YouTube at: Getting Started with Skillsoft Percipio for Learners
Udemy - On Demand Training Opportunities
The U. S. Army has partnered with Udemy Business to provide all Army Civilians on demand training opportunities. This investment in Army Civilian professional development underscores the basic tenets in the Army People Strategy, Civilian Implementation Plan. Army Civilians are essential to the Army providing leadership, continuity, and expertise to enable the Army to fight and win our nation’s wars. This learning tool supports the professional development of all Army Civilians.
Udemy is trusted by over 11,000 organizations to upskill their workforce. Now, you can join the thousands of employees who want to access fresh, relevant courses as well as learn the latest tech, business, and soft skills. The Udemy catalog contains over 7,000 courses, which can be used in concert with other virtual or live training opportunities to complete your individual development goals. You now have the opportunity to explore new skills in your current career field or delve into other career fields outside of the traditional classroom.
The potential future capabilities of this tool extend beyond individual training. Udemy has the capacity to create specific learning paths that focus training on meeting goals on individual development plans, which is essential to an Army Civilian’s growth and development.
Are you ready to reach your professional development goals with Udemy?
To obtain your Udemy Business license follow these instructions:
1. Go to the Udemy Business home page: armyciv.udemy.com
2. Enter your @army.mil or @mail.mil email address then press continue.
3. Follow the instructions sent to your e- mail address
Supervisor's Corner
Supervisor Training Opportunities
Are you looking for tools to further develop you as a leader? Look below at these documents to assist you in becoming a better leader.
New Supervisor Coaching and Mentoring Guide
Supervisor Developmental Training Guide
AMEDD Civilian Corps Connection Newsletter
Issue #10 - Qtr 3 - Apr-Jun 2023 !
Army Medicine Civilians – The AMEDD Civilian Corps has published the 10th issue of the Corps Connection Newsletter and may be found HERE. We hope that you have found the Corps newsletter to be a useful resource. Your feedback is very important to us! It would help us greatly to improve the information we provide to you. We appreciate your time in providing us your feedback so send us an email on how we can improve with your feedback to the Corps Chief mailbox at: usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corps-chief@army.mil . So give us your thoughts!
Army Medicine Developmental Assignment Program
The Developmental Assignment Program is intended to promote the use of Developmental / Career Broadening opportunities in support of the Army People Strategy Civilian Implementation Plan and Talent Management initiatives. The site provides Army Medicine Civilian employees a place to search for developmental assignments that gives participants an opportunity to perform duties in other occupational, functional, or organizational elements. The length of assignments may vary, but are typically between 30-120 days in length and are considered Short Term Training. Each developmental assignment has well-defined learning objectives and is established in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Program Management Specialist for Veterinary Corps Office, GS-0301-11/13
The incumbent for this position will assist in the development and implementation of the Veterinary Corps Strategic Plan in support of the Army People Strategy and consistent with the TSG Army Medicine Strategy and Army Medicine Strategic Vision. Position involves the planning, organization and development of effective detailed plans. Participates in stakeholder teleconferences and meetings.
WHO MAY APPLY: MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS 11 through GS 13 and serving in a Career or Career Conditional Appointment. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of service in the individual's current position during time of application and have a current performance evaluation with at least a “successful/fully successful” rating. Applicant must have an approved IDP reflecting a need for the type of experience offered by the assignment. For more information about this position Click here
Program Management Specialist -GS-11/13 TSG Consultant Program Office
The incumbent for this position will assist and serve as an active member of the planning committee for the 2023 TSG Consultant Training symposium from initiation to completion. The incumbent will provide program management support and services essential to the direction and operation of the Army Surgeon General's consultant program and participates in the planning, execution and resolution of issues pertinent to TSG and the AMEDD Corps. The position involves the planning, organization and development of effective detailed plans. Participates in stakeholder teleconferences and meetings. WHO MAY APPLY: MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS 11 through GS 13 and serving in a Career or Career Conditional Appointment. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of service in the individual's current position during time of application and have a current performance evaluation with at least a “successful/fully successful” rating. Applicant must have an approved IDP reflecting a need for the type of experience offered by the assignment. For more information about this position Click here
Program Management Specialist, GS-14/15 or equivalent
The incumbent for this position will assist in the planning and implementation of the Army Medicine Strategic Human Capital Plan in support of the Army People Strategy and consistent with the TSG Army Medicine Strategy and Army Medicine Strategic Vision. Position involves the planning, organization and development of effective detailed plans. Participates in stakeholder teleconferences and meetings.
WHO MAY APPLY: MEDCoE or MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS 11 through GS 13 and serving in a Career or Career Conditional Appointment. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of service in the individual's current position during time of application and have a current performance evaluation with at least a “successful/fully successful” rating. Applicant must have an approved IDP reflecting a need for the type of experience offered by the assignment. For more information about this position Click here
Marketing Outreach Specialist, GS-11/13
The incumbent will work to expand and improve the AMEDD Civilian Corps marketing and outreach strategies across the Army Medicine enterprise. Position involves research, analyze, develop, and publish a comprehensive marketing and outreach items for publication to digital and physical media of the AMEDD Civilian Corps programs in action. Media items include development of an AMEDD Civilian Corps outreach video and Corps program Trifold for distribution. Participates in stakeholder teleconferences and meetings.
WHO MAY APPLY: MEDCoE or MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS 11 through GS 13 and serving in a Career or Career Conditional Appointment. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of service in the individual's current position during time of application and have a current performance evaluation with at least a “successful/fully successful” rating. Applicant must have an approved IDP reflecting a need for the type of experience offered by the assignment. For more information about this position Click here
Administrative Support Specialist, GS-0301-07/09/11
The incumbent applies critical thinking and problem solving skills and performs a variety of administrative duties of Civilian workforce development programs and initiatives. Work involves the application of a variety of management, program analysis, and business process administrative principles, concepts, and knowledge/skills which include specific program policies and associated principles, requiring a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of Civilian Corps mission, functions, and strategies. Advises the Supervisor and Corps Chief on and participates in the identification of Civilian workforce development programs that relate to the Civilian Corps missions. Develops plans and objectives for assigned projects that impact all components of a large command with a multi-functional mission. Researches, gathers, and analyzes statistical and narrative data, reviews pertinent directives and develops recommendations for assignment of responsibilities, procedures, due dates, communications channels, formats, etc., to implement new and revised administrative and management programs. Reviews and analyzes incoming directives, assesses impact and correlation to Civilian workforce programs and initiatives. For more information about this position Click here
WHO MAY APPLY: MEDCoE or MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS 09 through GS 11 and serving in a Career or Career Conditional Appointment. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of service in the individual's current position during time of application and have a current performance evaluation with at least a “successful/fully successful” rating. Applicant must have an approved IDP reflecting a need for the type of experience offered by the assignment.
Interested??? Please visit the Army MILSUITE Site at: https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/amedd-developmental-assignment-portal
PROGRAM BENEFITS
-Participants gain expanded knowledge, skills and abilities, address competency gaps and enhance their readiness
-Provides employee professional growth, build their professional networks, and strengthen resumes.
-DAP participants often return to their organizations with renewed energy, increased knowledge, capabilities and an expanded tool kit to apply against organization challenges.
-Participants enhance leader, core, functional, cross-functional competencies and leadership skills.
-Host organizations derive the benefit of having a motivated employee with a fresh perspective on resolving complex problems.
-Parent organizations of individuals who depart for developmental assignment can offer broadening opportunities for team members to fill the gap until return of the incumbent.
Portal access requires a Common Access Card & membership, if you are interested in the current Developmental Assignment opportunities or learning more about the program become a member & watch the Portal for upcoming announcements!
For more information please review OTSG/MEDCOM PM 21-008, Army Medicine Development Assignment Program (DAP) with enclosures. The policy applies to permanent MEDCOM Civilian employees in grades GS-07 through GS-15, or equivalent including Appropriated and Non-Appropriated fund. The DAP is intended to promote the expanded use of developmental assignments in support of the MEDCOM Talent Management Program.
Through a phased approach, the AMEDD Civilian Corps Office will partner with Region/MSC/MTFs to identify/host developmental assignment opportunities. The program will offer training and developmental opportunities that will develop a highly qualified workforce capable of performing current and future career functions. In an effort to promote the use of developmental assignments and career broadening opportunities in support of the Army People Strategy Civilian Implementation Plan and Talent Management, this program will offer training and development opportunities for professional growth of the Army Medicine Civilian workforce. Please direct questions to the Civilian Corps Office: usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corps-chief@army.mil
Army Medicine DAP MOU - ENCL 1
Army Medicine DAP Supervisor Endorsement Memo - ENCL 2
Army Medicine Continued Service Agreement - ENCL 3
Army Medicine DAP Announcement Form - ENCL 4
Army Medicine DAP Application Checklist - ENCL 5
Civilian Education Training and Leader Development
Joint Medical Executive Skills Institute Intermediate Executive Skills Course (JMESI-IESC), (GS 11 and Above, or Equiv); Suspense: 15 Sep 2023
The AMEDD Civilian Corps is pleased to announce the call for applications for the Joint Medical Executive Skills Institute, Intermediate Executive Skills Courses (JMESI-IES) scheduled virtually for 16-19 Oct 2023. Click HERE for the application packet.
The JMESI-IES Course provides education and training on leadership and management skills necessary to successfully serve in an intermediate-level leadership position within a DHA medical treatment facility (MTF). The course is designed to facilitate attainment of selected Joint Medical Executive Skills core competencies as identified by a Tri-Service review board of MHS senior leaders. This course will be held three times per year using a blended two-phase format.
Phase One: Students must complete 14 web-based training modules prior to phase two.
Phase Two: Students attend 4-day virtual course.
Target Audience: Army Medicine Civilian employees serving in an intermediate-level (department-level) leadership position; GS 11 and above, or equivalent.
Eligibility: AMEDD Civilians in mid to senior level management positions (GS 11 and above, or equivalent) who desire to develop and enhance their healthcare management capabilities. Please click HERE for the application.
AMEDD Civilian Corps Programs (Currently on Strategic Pause) Future program dates to be announced momentarily.
AMEDD Aspiring Leader Development Program (ALDP) COHORT 23-24 - OPEN to GS 04-10, or equivalent
Thank you for your patience. The team is currently enhancing the ALDP program requirements.
AMEDD Emerging Enterprise Leader (EEL) Program COHORT 23-24 - OPEN to GS 11-12, or equivalent
The EEL Program is a leadership development program that begins with a nomination and competitive selection process to identify outstanding AMEDD Civilians who have consistently demonstrated the core Army values in the execution of their duties and who demonstrate skills, attributes, and potential required to become future leaders. The EEL program is a year-long Civilian Leader Development program for (GS-11- 12 or equivalent) employees who want to develop their competencies to assume greater responsibilities as Army Civilian managers and leaders.
Send us an email through the Corps Chief mailbox at usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corps-chief@army.mil if you have further questions.
ACCMA Career Field (Education & Info Sciences / AMEDD Mentorship Program COHORT 10, OPEN to GS 04-13, or equivalent, Orientation JAN 2024. - ANNOUNCING SOON!!!
We're excited to share that we will be venturing into a partnership with the CF (ED & INFO SCIENCES) concerning the Mentorship Program.
Please stay tuned for the announcement posting.
Army Civilian Education System (CES)
Future Warfare Seminar Training Opportunity
The Department of Academic Support and Distributed Learning through the Army Management Staff College is offering an opportunity to attend Future Warfare Seminars (FWS).
The targeted community is senior Army Civilians and Service Members to include: GS 13-15s, Colonels, Lieutenant Colonels, Sergeants Major, and Chief Warrant Officers 4/5. Others may attend
with permission on a case by case basis if availability allows (for example, they have had Majors and GS 12s in their seminars). The seminar has been wildly successful thus far, and they are advertising/marketing this wonderful online learning experience. There is no cost to participants for attending.
Attached please find:
(1) Brochure describing the FWS.
(2) Schedule of classes/sessions for FY 2023-2025.
(3) A sign-up sheet. Fill it out and add the class # you desire on your sign-up sheet
Continuing Education for Senior Leaders (CESL)
The Continuing Education for Senior Leaders – Strategic Leadership (CESL-SL) course provides an interactive environment in which senior leaders (GS 14/15, CWO 4/5, SGM/CSM, and LTC/COL) discuss current issues and relevant challenges facing civilian and military leaders. The program’s intent is for leaders to periodically return to the program to refresh and receive updates on current Army issues and initiatives. Students will apply strategic thinking and problem-solving to global Army and DOD issues. The course structure is a combination with guest speakers, university professors, and interactive exercises.
APPLY NOW: https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc/apply
Click the full CES Course Schedule and list of upcoming offerings.
Important Changes & Updates
Army Management Staff College website has changed to https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc/amsc
Basic Course: This course is designed for Army Civilians aspiring leaders and non-supervisors who seek supervisory and/or leader’s positions (GS 05 - 09). Beginning in FY23 the Basic Course will no longer offer resident or virtual classes. The course will only be available through distributed learning.
Intermediate Course: Prepares current and aspiring Army Civilian leaders (GS 10 -12) to become more innovative, self-aware, and prepared to effectively lead and care for personnel and manage assigned resources at the organizational level. The course is required per AR 350-1 for Army Civilian supervisors in those grades. Training and developmental exercises focus on "mission" planning, team building, establishing command climate, and stewardship of resources.
The Intermediate course has 2 phases through blended learning consisting of a distributed learning (DL).
Phase 1- is conducted through a self-paced online Distributed Learning. Eligibility for the Intermediate Course Phase 1 is
available to all Army Civilians in permanent appointments in grades GS–10 through GS–12 (or equivalent) and Wage Grade. Prerequisites. The Foundation Course (required only for individuals hired after September 30, 2006). Intermediate Course DL Phase 1 must be complete before the instructor-facilitated.
Phase 2. Phase 2- Resident/Mobile Education Team (MET) Offering
The Intermediate Course Phase 2 is offered via three-week instructor-led facilitation at Fort Leavenworth, KS and on-site at other locations via Mobile Education Teams (METs). This is a 14.5 day course.
Expect full 8-hour days and 30 minutes to 1 hour of homework each night.
Phase 2 also, offers an online virtual classroom environment. Click HERE for offering dates and locations.
For additional information visit Army Management Staff College link: https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc/AMSC
To register for CES courses. Log on to https://www.atrrs.army.mil/CHRTAS/
We're happy to share the announcement of the Army Management Staff College's (AMSC) Civilian Education Course (CES) Intermediate Course schedule for FY23. Please see the attached flyers for details.
Department of Defense (DOD) & Army Civilian Deployment Opportunities (CAC-Enabled)
Department of Defense (DOD) Deployment Opportunities
DoD has relied on its civilian workforce to deploy in support of expeditionary requirements for as long as contingency operations have existed. DoD civilians are a critical part of the Total Force and essential to ensuring the readiness, capability, capacity, and lethality of our military forces. From 2001 to present, DoD civilians have provided significant support to military forces in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations throughout the world. Click or copy and paste the link to access the Department of Defense Deployment Opportunities.
https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/policy/expeditionarycivilians/deploymentopportunities
Ministry of Defense Advisors (MODA) Available Positions
The MoDA Program is designed to forge long-term relationships that strengthen a partner country’s defense or interior ministry. The program matches senior Department of Defense (DoD) civilians with ministry counterparts in similar functional areas. The chart below shows a list of mission critical positions available through the MODA program. Please click on “view the full duty description” for more details about the position. These positions do not constitute the entirety of open positions. MoDA Positions: https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/policy/expeditionarycivilians/deploymentopportunities
Army Expeditionary Civilian Workforce (AECW) - Updated as of 15 June 2023 (CAC-ENABLED) latest opportunities click here
The Army Expeditionary Civilian Workforce (AECW) has deployment opportunities available for current Army civilians. These deployments offer career broadening experience at a level and scope that is difficult to match in a nondeployed setting. The deployments are considered details to a set of duties, with no change to an employee’s permanent grade or position of record. The grade level listed is a suggested grade for the experience desired; employees can be at a grade level that is close (plus or minus 1 grade interval) from what is listed. The assignment is considered a Detail to a set of duties in a TDY status. This is a chance of a lifetime to truly make a difference and to contribute in a meaningful way in direct support of our soldiers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The assignments are available to current permanent Army civilians. Individuals on overseas assignments must have at least 18 months remaining prior to their Date of Return from Overseas Station (DEROS). Civilians who are in the Reserves must be in a Retired or Standby status (i.e., cannot be in the Ready Reserves as this would be a dual obligation for deployment). These are TDY assignments, for 6, 9, or 11 months. Lodging will be in barracks, with Dining Facilities available.
Will you answer the call?
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Click Here
Submit a resume, recent SF-50 (to verify status), DD214 (if former military), and a signed Request for Deployment
(RFD) form. Submit these documents through your supervisory chain to your command’s deployment coordinator.
Civilian employees interested in serving must complete RFD and forward their complete RFD packet to the MEDCOM Deployment Coordinator, Damaris Lerdo, damaris.lerdo.civ@health.mil.
To view the list of vacant positions, please visit: https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/sites/default/files/2021-07/1.%20Urgent_Fill_Army%20Expeditionary%20Civilian%20Workforce%20Positions.pdf
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit a resume, recent SF-50 (to verify status), DD214 (if former military), and a signed Request for Deployment (RFD) form (copy attached).
Submit these documents through your supervisory chain to your command’s deployment coordinator. Your command deployment coordinator will send the package to AECW at our group box.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
1. ELIGIBILITY: Permanent Army civilians are eligible to apply for these opportunities. Term civilians are also eligible as long as the expiration date of term appointment extends beyond the end date of a deployment assignment. Temporary civilians are ineligible.
2. LIVING CONDITIONS: Deployments are in field conditions. Individuals should expect to be housed in government-provided quarters (to include tents, barracks, or other similar facilities), with shared rooms, shared restroom/shower facilities, and meals provided in a DFAC. All deployments are in an unaccompanied status (family members cannot accompany the deployer).
3. DURATION: Deployments are in a temporary duty (TDY) travel status, ranging from 6 to 12 months.
4. POSITION: Deployments are considered details to a set of duties, with no change to an employee's permanent grade or position of record. The grade level listed is a suggested grade for the experience desired; employees can be at a
grade level that is close (plus or minus 1 grade interval) from what is listed.
5. LOCATION: There are various locations available for deployment. Some locations offer financial incentives such as Post Differential and Danger Pay.
6. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Civilians must have or be able to obtain a security clearance, at least at the Interim Secret level. Some positions require higher clearances, as noted.
7. FUNDING: The AECW directly funds the TDY expenses for deployment and provides reimbursement to commands for other deployment-related expenses such as post differential, danger pay (if authorized), and overtime (if authorized). Commands continue to fund base salary.
8. OVERSEAS CONSIDERATION: Individuals on overseas assignments must have at least 18 months remaining prior to their Date of Return from Overseas Station (DEROS).
9. RESERVISTS: Civilians who are in the Reserves must be in a Retired or Standby status (i.e., cannot be in the Ready Reserves as this would be a dual obligation for deployment).
US Army Medical Command Fiscal Year 2023 VERA/VSIP - Through 31 Aug 2023 (CAC-ENABLED)
It is critical that the U.S. Army Medical Command (MEDCOM) utilize workforce shaping tools appropriately in the best interest of the Government, and only when final organizational decisions are made. This memorandum and enclosure establish procedural guidance on the use of Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) and Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP) and VSIP II for workforce reshaping, restructure, and downsizing initiatives during FY23.
Workforce reshaping programs are management tools, not employee entitlements. Voluntary separation incentives may be used to downsize or restructure the civilian workforce and to create vacancies for the placement of employees impacted by RIF. Downsizing incentives may be offered when the acceptance of an incentive avoids civilian involuntary separations. Restructuring may be used in situations where there is a valid need to modify the major duties, occupational series, and/or grade of a position or multiple positions, to meet future mission needs.
Effective 1 Oct 2022, MEDCOM opens the FY23 VERA/VSIP/VSIP II buyout incentives application window through 31 Aug 2023.
Applicants approved for buyout incentives may elect to retire any time, but no later than 30 Sep 2023
Commanders/Activity Heads and the MEDCOM Troop Command S-1 may establish internal submission suspense dates prior to the 31 Aug 2023 window closure date to ensure applications are processed in a timely manner.
The establishment of separate or shorter application windows is not authorized.
Applications received after 31 Aug 2023 will not be accepted.
To access the US Army MEDCOM Policy Memorandum with enclosures, please visit the AMEDD Civilian Corps website at https://ameddciviliancorps. amedd.army.mil. Access to view the policy memo with enclosures require the user to log on as documents are CAC-ENABLED.
Department of Defense Instruction 1400.25
US Army MEDCOM Policy Memorandum VERA/VSIP FY23 (CAC-ENABLED)
Encl 1 - Procedural Guidance VERA/VSIP FY23(CAC-ENABLED)
Encl 2 - FY 23 Downsizing Restructure Plan(CAC-ENABLED)
Encl 3 - Severance Pay Calculation Form
Encl 4 - VERA/VSIP Application Form
For questions reference the MEDCOM VERA/VSIP/VSIP II application process or requirements, recommend you contact your perspective Commanders/Activity Heads or the MEDCOM Troop Command S-1.
Army Civilian Career Management Activity
Have you had a chance to check out the NEW U.S. Army Civilian Career Management Activity - ACCMA website?
Here's a sneak peek!
On the ACCMA website, you can currently learn more about our organization and our leadership and visit the Talent Development Application Portal. The website will soon also have sections for New Army Civilians, a Supervisor Resource Center, and information on How to Become an Army Civilian. Click the link below to see for yourself at https://civilians.army.mil/
Documents to view:
Army Civilian Corps New Employee Handbook
2022 Army People Strategy Civilian Implementation Plan FY 23-25
Army Civilian Career Fields
Want to find out what's going on within your Army Civilian Career Field? Visit the COMMUNITIES page located within Army Career Tracker (CAC-ENABLED). Once you're logged in, click on COMMUNITIES > CIVILIAN > SELECT A PAGE to locate your Career Field. You may also find information related to your career field on the MilSuite Site. Need some assistance, send the team an email to usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.civilian-corps-chief@army.mil.
Construction Engineering & Infrastructure
Education & Information Sciences
Human Capital & Resource Management
Milsuite Logistics Career Field
Science Engineering & Analysis
Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Regiment Order of Military Merit (02M3) Nominations
This is a call for nominations for the AMEDD Regiment (O2M3). The minimum number of years of service with the AMEDD to receive the O2M3 is 15 years. The below forms are required with supporting documentation included. See the Job Aid provided.
Requirements for Military Nominations: ORB/ERB, APFT or ACFT, if pre-COVID, current HT/WT within the last year and 5500/5501, as required. CV/BIOs are required for providers although optional for all others, i.e. Honorary, Retirees, and Army Civilians.
Requirements for Civilian Nominations: Civilian Career Brief, CV/BIO/Resume, and nomination form and waiver, if required. Other military services (USN, USAF, etc.) require the commensurate items and contribution to the AMEDD.
Deadlines for Submission through December 2023.
Sep 2023 Advisory Board meets 20 Sep 2023 - Nominations Due 28 Aug 2023
Oct 2023 Advisory Board meets 18 Oct 2023 - Nominations Due 25 Sep 2023
Nov 2023 Advisory Board meets 15 Nov 2023 - Nominations Due 27 Oct 2023
Dec 2023 Advisory Board meets 3 Dec 2023 - Nominations Due 20 Nov 2023
AMEDD Historian Newsletter #38
Issue #38 of the AMEDD Historian Newsletter is now available HERE !
In this issue read about the problems encountered by AMEDD personnel as they both care for Prisoners of War as well as try to survive during captivity. Medical and logistical concerns give the reader points to consider.
We also welcome contributions from our readers and we would like to hear your comments!
All previous editions are available HERE
Army Civilian Benefits A Message from the Deputy Director, CHRA - CHRA ABC-C is Ready to Help!
Update on CPOL Portal Technical Refresh
Purpose:
Provide additional information in regard to the required tech refresh of CHRA’s Civilian Personnel On-line (CPOL) Portal and our transition to the new Employee Management, Processing and Recruitment System (EMPReS).
Please see detailed information here.
WHEN IS THE BEST DAY TO RETIRE?
When planning for retirement, there are certain calendar dates that will allow an employee to maximize their federal benefits. The best date to retire involves several factors such as:
1. Total accrued annual leave at retirement.
It is always best to retire toward the end of the year to maximize the benefit of accumulating additional annual leave hours on record. For example, an employee who retains the maximum 240 hours of annual leave from the previous year could be paid up to a maximum of 448 hours of unused annual leave at retirement. This is paid in a lump sum payment at the time of retirement. An employee with a $60,000 salary ($28.75 per hour) would receive a lump sum payout of $12,880 for 448 hours of annual leave, which could really help bridge the gap between retirement and your first interim annuity payment!
2. End of a pay period.
Since annual and sick leave only accrue when 80 hours of work are completed for a pay period, it is best to retire on the last day of a pay period to ensure no leave for that pay period is forfeited. Employees who retire in the middle of a pay period will not receive any leave credit, nor will they receive earned income for the entire pay period.
3. The employee’s retirement system.
Federal Employees’ Retirement System, or FERS, employees should retire no later than the last day of a month for the annuity payment to begin immediately the following month. This provides a seamless payroll transition for the active federal employee who becomes an annuitant.
Civil Service Retirement System, or CSRS, employees have two options:
- Choose a date no later than the third day of any month to have the annuity payment begin the next day of that same month, OR
- Retire on the final day of the month to have their annuity payment begin
immediately the following month
Ultimately, the decision about which day is the best to retire rests with the employee. We recommend you review the pay period calendar and chart for the BEST retirement dates for 2023 or contact the Army Benefits Center – Civilian for guidance and additional questions.
We encourage everyone to subscribe to the ABC-C YouTube channel where short videos on different benefit topics are provided
Army Benefits Center - Civilian - YouTube
Please visit our other social media sites listed below:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArmyBenefitsCenterCivilian/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ABC_Civ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ArmyBenefitsCenterCivilian
Check out the message received from the Deputy Director, CHRA.
The message provides information related to setting expectations such as the timeline, step by step process for retirement and requirements to submit your application. Further, what happens once the ABC-C team has received your application. Click HERE to view the message.
We have made it easy to connect with the Army Benefits Center - Civilian (ABC-C)! The Army Benefits Center – Civilian would like to connect with you via social media!
To quickly connect with us, simply click on the social media icon at the bottom of the attached flyer to ‘Like’, ‘Follow’ or ‘Subscribe’ today. This will allow you to stay abreast of important benefits changes, learn about helpful benefits tips and tools, and provide access to links and reminders about our various live events scheduled throughout the year.
We look forward to connecting with you today!
AMEDD Cadre of Mentors
What have you learned about leadership, career development, ethics and values, work ethic and coaching during your career? Would you be interested in sharing those lessons by becoming a mentor/senior mentor to other up and coming members of our Corps? Here` s your opportunity do so! Our demand for mentors continues to grow and our need for great leaders willing to share their knowledge and experience continues to grow. So, the AMEDD Civilian Corps is always looking for those willing to give back and provide mentoring to junior civilians. We need Mentors in grades GS13-15 and equivalent as well as Senior Mentors, grades GS 14-15 or equivalent. If you are interested, please send your name and contact information to usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.mbx.mentorship@army.mil with "Cadre of Mentors" in the subject line.
Nomination Call for Army Medicine Proud - Pride in the Patch Award
The Surgeon General and Commanding General, United States Army Medical Command, and Command Sergeant Major, United States Army Medical Command, request your support in nominating personnel to be recognized for their achievements, contributions and example in support of Army Medicine Proud - Pride in the Patch. Awardees will be recognized during our upcoming awards ceremonies. For more information, click HERE
Army Medical Regimental Recognition Program
OTSG/MEDCOM Policy Memo 21-033 (CAC-ENABLED) dated 28 Jun 21 reference the Army Medical Regimental Recognition Program. The policy memo assists in perpetuating the history and traditions of the AMEDD Regiment and enhance unit morale and esprit, the Army Medical Department Regiment provides for the recognition of individuals who have contributed to the mission of Regiment. All nominations with supporting documentation (please remove PII info, i.e. SSN), if required should be forwarded to the AMEDD Regimental Office via electronic mail at the following: usarmy.jbsa.medical-coe.list.amedd--regiment@mail.mil (NOTE the double hyphen between AMEDD and Regiment).
Cover Letter Distinguished Member of the Regiment (DMOR) Template
Cover Letter Honorary Member of the Regiment (HMOR) Template
Cover Letter Friend of the Regiment (FOR) Template
For More Information on the AMEDD Regiment Click HERE The website provides more information on other recognition that supports unit morale and esprit de corps.
AMEDD Civilian Corps Facebook Page
The AMEDD Civilian Corps has launched its new social media FACEBOOK page. The Army Medicine workforce can stay connected from anywhere in the world with a click of a mouse. With features including the latest information updates related to Corps programs and initiatives, Civilian Education Training and Leader Development opportunities, Coaching, Mentoring, Self-Development, Career Programs and more. The Corps Facebook page was also created to stay in touch and get information on Talent Management, Employee Engagement to include a variety of health topics, including sleep, activity, nutrition, injury prevention and emotional health. Please visit, LIKE and SHARE the Corps Facebook Page.