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Nov. 17, 2022
DAF transitions deployment actions from legacy system to AFFORGEN Connect

The Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) Connect application went live Sept. 30 on the TMIS ServiceNow platform. Accessible via the Air Force Portal, AFFORGEN Connect provides a single access point for all unclassified Air and Space Force readiness and deployment preparation and execution
Jan. 11, 2022
Air Force announces IDE in-residence nomination process change

Beginning with the 2022 developmental education designation process, the Air Force will transition away from the Definitely Attend, or DA, program that began in 2017.
Sept. 1, 2021
Over 1,200 civilians selected for various leadership programs, assignments

More than 180 Department of the Air Force civilians were selected for developmental opportunities and leadership assignments by the Academic Year 2022 Civilian Developmental Education (CDE) and Civilian Strategic Leader Program (CSLP) Board. The CDE/CSLP board, which consisted of 13 members of the
Aug. 7, 2021
Department of the Air Force begins integrated personnel, pay system modernization

Uniformed Total Force Airmen and Guardians are invited to create Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay System accounts as part of a two-phase personnel and pay modernization program.
March 11, 2021
DAF offers 1,300-plus summer job opportunities to qualified students

More than 1,300 students will get an opportunity to develop and hone their skills under the Department of the Air Force’s flagship summer hire program. The 2021 Summer Hire Employment Program provides students in high school, college, trade school, vocational school, and other qualifying educational
Jan. 20, 2021
Department of the Air Force offers limited Active Duty Service Commitment waivers; expanded PALACE CHASE

These programs provide provisions for both enlisted and officer members who meet specified criteria. The application window runs from Jan. 20 through April 2.
Dec. 15, 2020
HQ ARPC hosts Space Transfer Board

Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center, recently hosted a Space Force Transfer Board as Space Professionals shaped the future of the Space Force.Five ARPC members facilitated the board consisting of 15 Space Professionals as they evaluated more than 2,300 personnel records of enlisted Airmen from
Dec. 11, 2020
Department of the Air Force releases fiscal year 2021 Selective Retention Bonus program

The program is designed to improve the retention of experienced Airmen and Space Professionals in stressed career fields or those with high training costs.
Nov. 13, 2020
Team AFPC epitomizes tagline taking care of Airman

Team members from the Directorates of Personnel Support and Military Personnel Operations take the Air Force’s Personnel Center tagline of Agile, Innovative and Responsive to heart.Case in point for Responsiveness, last month when a Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, intelligence system technician
Sept. 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force makes additional updates to dress and appearance regulations

Following the Department of the Air Force’s initial review, a diverse panel of Total Force Airmen completed a second review of Air Force grooming and appearance guidance in order to enhance inclusiveness while maintaining Department of the Air Force professional standards.
Aug. 20, 2020
Warriors unite through community networks

AFW2 community programs connect warriors to local events, activities and resources within the 46,000 veteran service organizations located nationwide. The team utilizes social media platforms to connect with veteran service organizations and obtain vital information, which they streamline and share
July 14, 2020
Air Force building more inclusive culture through Dress and Appearance updates

The changes, as outlined in an Air Force Guidance Memorandum dated July 1, 2020, include the removal of subjective language and other rules that may have been creating unintentional or unfair barriers for Air and Space Force uniformed members.
April 14, 2020
Get MyPers access anywhere, anytime, from any device

The Air Force Personnel Center has expanded the capabilities of myPers to be accessed anywhere, anytime and from any device.
Sept. 17, 2018
The ‘Airmen We Need’: Air Force personnel update

Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services, outlined the Air Force’s strategy for the “Airmen We Need” campaign at the Air, Space, Cyber Conference, Sept. 17, 2018, in National Harbor.
May 31, 2018
Number of promotion opportunities for exceptional performers to increase

Air Force officials have announced changes to the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program, a program designed to promote enlisted Airmen early who demonstrate exceptional potential. The changes will take effect immediately.
March 26, 2018
Civilian leadership program accepting nominations through May 1

Air Force officials are accepting nominations for the 2018 Civilian Strategic Leadership Program. Applications are due to the Air Force Personnel Center by May 1, 2018.
March 9, 2018
Officials approve HSM for recent disaster relief, specify eligibility requirements

The Joint Staff recently approved the Humanitarian Service Medal for service members, Coast Guardsmen, and members of the Reserve components, to include the National Guard, who were physically present during recent hurricane disaster relief.
March 5, 2018
Civilian developmental education window for academic year 2019 open through May 1

Eligible Air Force civilians have until May 1, 2018, to submit their civilian developmental education program applications to the Air Force’s Personnel Center for the 2019 academic year.
Aug. 23, 2017
Air Force introduces new, improved tool to manage civilian benefits

The Air Force is the first agency in the Department of Defense to roll out a new tool that helps government civilians more effectively manage their benefits and entitlement information.
June 28, 2017
Career skills programs help Airmen prepare for post-military employment

The Air Force has begun participating in career skills programs which afford eligible Airmen the opportunity to prepare for a post-Air Force career up to six months before separation or retirement.

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