Career Development

Reenlistments
    Reenlistments encompass obtaining required retainability through reenlistment or extensions for service directed reasons. This offi ce prepares all documents and updates the personnel system. They are also the focal point for bonuses, to include initial and selective reenlistment bonuses. Misawa personnel must obtain at least 12 months of retainability, at least 13 months out from their DEROS to be considered for an assignment. Failure to do so will prevent personnel from being considered on equal and their DEROS will automatically fl ip to their DOS 5 months out from their DEROS. All reenlistment/extension inquiries and questions can be answered by calling 226-3602.
  Formal Training
    Formal Training is the focal point for all AETC funded formal training courses and NCO/SNCO Academy TDYs.Formal Training will receive training RIPs through the personnel system and forward to Unit Training Managers for completion of training allocation RIP. Formal Training will create orders NLT 30 days prior to class start date. This offi ce also coordinates with First Sergeants and 35 FW/CCC on allocations for the NCO/SNCO Academy. Questions can be addressed by calling 226-3188.
Helpful Information
    The FSMPD office is responsible for all Active Duty Permanent Change of Station, Outprocessing for Separation/Retirement, Enlisted/Office Promotions, Formal Training, and Reenlistments. They are located in Building 653, Rooms 122 and 102.

Career Development Q &A

1.  Q:  When should I expect to receive my DEROS option rip and where can I find out all of my options?
      A:   You will receive your DEROS option rip from the MPF Career Development section between 13 to 15 months prior to your DEROS.   Your DEROS options are listed in the MPFM 06-43, dated 19 June 2006, Overseas Returnee Counseling Handout.  DEROS requests fore more than 12 months require medical clearance from the Mental Health clinic. Reference:  AFI 36-2110.

2.  Q:  How are I view my PCS orders on the vMPF?  
      A:  To print out your PCS orders you will need to log on to the vMPF.  Once you are on the site follow the blue links on the left hand side.  First click on "Self-Service Actions" then "Assignments" then "Out-processing" and you should now see a link that says "View Orders" all you need to do now is click print.
 
3.  Q:  When should I expect to see my PCS orders?
      A:  Your PCS orders will be ready 60 days prior to your projected departure date if all required documents are turned into Career Development section within 2 weeks from PCS notification date.  If not, you should expect your PCS orders within 2 weeks from the date the last document required was turned in.

 4.  Q: I received my ERD order but my dependent address has changed.  Can I get an amendment to show the change?
      A:  No, we are not able to complete an amendment to the ERD order to change your dependents’ address.  You are required to contact the MPF Customer Service element and Finance office to update your address information.  Finance will start your entitlements for the address change for your family members.

5.  Q:  What the timeframe to receive an approval/disapproval on my DRO application?
     A.  It takes approximately 6-8 weeks to receive an approval / disapproval from AFPC. DRO applications are routed through the following agencies: MPF, base agencies, 35 MSG/CC, 35 FW/CC, 5AF, and AFPC.  You should submit your DRO request as soon as you receive notification of a projected assignment.

  6.   Q:  Is the Wing/CC the disapproval authority for my DRO package?
      A:.  Base level officials recommend approval / disapproval, but final determination is either HQ AFPC or Air Staff, reference AFI 36-3020 and MPFM 07-19.

7.  Q: How do I apply for an EFMP or Humanitarian Reassignment? 
     A:  You apply under Self Service Actions on the vMPF.  Your request is submitted to your unit commander via the Case Management System (CMS).  Your commander will send the package via CMS to AFPC for approval / disapproval.  The reference is AFI 36-2110, attachments 24 and 25.

8.  Q:  I submitted a DEROS Extension request to the MPF Career Development Section, when I receive an answer?
     A:  DEROS extensions requests are processed 6-8 weeks from the request by the AFPC Enlisted Management office.  Please allow 6-8 weeks processing time before inquiring on your request with the Career Development Section.

 9.  Q: I’m a Chief Master Sergeant Select and I want to apply for a DEROS curtailment/extension.  How do I process my extension paperwork?
      A: CMSgt and CMSgt(s) DEROS requests requires senior rater and PACAF endorsement/approval prior to Career Development forwarding the request to the Chief Groups. 

10.  Q: When and where are the initial separations briefing?
        A: Initial separation briefings are conducted bi-weekly by the Career Development section at 1000 hours in Room 111.  Please contact the Career Development section at 226-4484 for scheduling. 
 
11.  Q: How do I apply for CAREERS retraining?
       A: You apply for retraining in the vMPF under “New Self Service Applications” and select “request retraining”.

Got a question?  Submit it here:
Assignments 35mss.relocations@misawa.af.mil
Leave 35mss.forcemanagement@misawa.af.mil
Duty Status  35mss.dsr@misawa.af.mil
Dependent Changes 35mss.custservice@misawa.af.mil
Performance Reports 35mss.evaluations@misawa.af.mil
Enlisted Promotions 35mss.promotions@misawa.af.mil
  Reenlistments 35mss.reenlistments@misawa.af.mil
Passports/Visas 35mss.custservice@misawa.af.mil
ID Cards 35mss.custservice@misawa.af.mil
Decorations  35mss.decorations@misawa.af.mil
Other  35mss.custservice@misawa.af.mil


Refer any additional questions or concerns to MPF Career Development Section at DSN, 226-3877.
(A1WDO) Q&A (as of 18 Mar 2008)
 
UPDATED: 12/10/2008


 

 

CHANGE IN DEATH GRATUITY
Effective 1 Jul 2008, a significant change to the Death Gratuit entitlement will take place:
You may designate someone other than spouse or children as primary beneficiary. Now 1-10 people can receive Death Gratuity.
The amount can be designated in 10% increments.
If married, and spouse is not designated to receive 100%, the spouse will receive written notification from AFPC.
For additional information, contact
MPE Customer Service, 226-3962/2411.
Force Management:
The FSMPM office is responsible for Evaluations
and Total Force Accountability.
They are located in Building 653, Room 130.
Officer/Enlisted Evaluations:
Evaluations are the single most important report for career progression for an Air Force member’s selection with assignments, schooling, and promotions. Therefore it is vital that these reports are processed and completed in a timely manner!
Units are required to have reports completed and submitted to the 35 FSS Evaluations e-mail mailbox within 30 days of the closeout date.
(Exception: all referral reports require “wet” signatures and are handcarried to the MPE for mail out to AFPC.)
All evaluation inquiries or questions can be sent vial e-mail to 35fss.evaluations@misawa.af.mil, or call
226-3244.

Total Force Accountability:
Total Force Accountability includes TDY and Leave information, and is vital for leadership to determine manning capabilities, as well as account for personnel during times of emergencies.
When outprocessing for TDY as well as returning from TDY, please forward a copy of your orders or return notification to 35fss.dsr@misawa.af.mil
When submitting leave, please complete all required information in LeaveWeb.
Additional features coming soon!

 •  Assignments
         • DEROS
          • Early Return of  Dependents  (ERD)
          • Dependents Remain Overseas (DRO)
  •  Leave
          • COT / IPCOT Leave
          • EML
          • Student Travel

 •  Duty Status
 •  Duty Information
 •  Dependent Changes
          • Marriage......
          • Divorce
          • Newborn
          • Join Spouse
 •  Command Sponsorship
 •  Enlisted Promotions
 •  Reenlistments
 •  Performance Reports
 •  Passports / Visas
 •  ID Cards
 •  SGLI
 •  NCOA
 •  Sponsor