Force management guidance only clicks away

by Airman 1st Class Ashley J. Thum
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

1/16/2014 - OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea  -- Fiscal Year 2014 Force Management programs have been rolled out, and have raised more than a few questions from the Airmen affected by them.

Although the news may seem daunting, the Air Force Personnel Center and Osan's own 51st Force Support Squadron Manpower and Personnel Flight have several avenues for assistance.

Capt. Andrew Beidler, 51st FSS MPF commander, said he encourages everyone to visit myPers, accessible by clicking here, for the latest guidance.

"AFPC updates myPers weekly, and as new information becomes available," Beidler said.

Senior Master Sgt. Sharon Green, 51st FSS MPF superintendent, said the base MPF is here to help.

"We can visit individual squadrons and give briefings, or speak at commander's calls, to give an overview of the FY 14 Force Management programs," Green said. "If we can't answer a question right there, we'll contact AFPC and find an answer."

Beidler and Green added that a town hall is in the works for late January that will have segments tailored to the needs of Airmen who fall into different force management categories.

"I encourage everyone to look over the PSDMs (personnel services delivery memorandums) listed on myPers to see what they may be eligible for, and to review their records in the virtual MPF to make sure they're accurate" Beidler said. "If there is any inaccurate information, or a missing document in their Personnel Records Display, service members can contact the MPF for assistance. We are here to help!"

For local guidance on enlisted force management, contact Green at 784-2445, Master Sgt. Jermel Carter at 784-5792, or Master Sgt. Bonny Reyes at 784-7376.

For local guidance on officer force management, contact Beidler at 784-1091, or 1st Lt. Lana Moore at 784-2788.