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Please coordinate with your Commander’s Support Staff (CSS) and your assignment Counselor for assignment requirements. When documents are received and all squadron and base out-processing is completed and verified a final out appointment will be made, NLT 2-days prior to projected departure date to you a folder with all of the documents you will need to provide to your gaining MPF.
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The vOP must be checked off by ALL AGENCIES. There are no exceptions! “Wet” signatures are only acceptable when vMPF is down. Verify ALL agencies signed off 1 duty day prior to final-out appointment. You must reach out to each office listed to inquire about their protocol during this time.
- 1 copy of your SGLV 8286, Service Members’ Group Life Insurance (https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect/)
- 1 copy of your Fitness Score Card. The expiration date must be at least 42 days after your “Report No Later Than Date.”
- DD Form 1172
- AF Form 330
- Signed Assignment Orders
- Flight Itinerary (only applicable to OCONUS)
- All other documents required for your assignment (please refer to your initial and/or final out appointment e-mail)
- If you have any questions or concerns related to outbound assignments please email fspd.careerdevelopment@us.af.mil
**Any items missing or not completed on the vOP checklist will result in being turned away until all actions are completed.**
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If you are in your window to reenlist, please contact the 341 FSS Reenlistment and Extensions organizational email below. Reenlistments require an Article 137 brief training via Air Force myLearning and a signed Article 137 Briefing Memo conducted by the legal office within 30 days of the projected reenlistment. An Article 137 Briefing Memo will be sent along with instructions for completion upon receipt of your e-mail.
To extend, please ensure that you meet an extension reason which is listed in DAFI 36-2606, Table 6.2.
Worksheets
Reenlistment Worksheet
Extension Worksheet
It is our recommendation that you start either process NLT 90 days from your date of separation (DOS). Starting the process within a 30-day window of your DOS can be problematic and lead to pay issues.
If you have any questions or concerns related to Retentions please email 341fss.fspd.careerdevelopment@us.af.mil.
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If you are Separating, please ensure you apply for separation in myFSS under ‘Initiating My DOS Separation’, and then select “Create A Request.” You will then be prompted to answer some questions complete your Pre-Separation Order Worksheet and your DD 214 Worksheet. The Pre-Separation Order Worksheet is REQUIRED in order for AFPC to process your orders. For any questions regarding your orders, please refer to the Total Force Service Center at DSN 665-0102.
If you are Retiring, please ensure you apply for retirement in myFSS under ‘myRetirement’, then select ‘Active Duty Retirement’, and then click the ‘Create a Request’ link. The Retirement Eligibility module will ask you questions for eligibility determination. Ensure that you follow the prompts and fill out the retirement application.
After you are notified of your approved separation or retirement, please e-mail our organizational workflow at 341fss.fspd.careerdevelopment@us.af.mil so that our office can load your Virtual Out-Processing (vOP) checklist, schedule you for a final out appointment, and provide you with the appropriate resources. Also in your e-mail, please include any projected leave dates.
**All documents are required to be hand carried to Retirements and Separations org during your final out. Any items missing or not completed on the vOP checklist will result in being turned away until all actions are completed.**
Final Out Processing Appointments are completed in person, unless you are stationed at a GSU. If you are at a GSU, please respond to the email we sent with a personal phone number so we can complete your final out virtually. You will receive an email the Friday before your final out reminding you of your appointment as well as what required documents are to be brought with you. We will make a copy here for you when your final out is complete.
Final-Out Appointment Requirements:
Retirement/Separation: All documents outlined MUST be signed and completed in order to complete your final out.
Completed vOP Checklist: The vOP must be checked off by ALL AGENCIES. There are no exceptions! “Wet” signatures are only acceptable when vMPF is down. Verify ALL agencies signed off 1 duty day prior to final-out appointment. You must reach out to each office listed to inquire about their protocol during this time.
**Any items missing from the list below or an incomplete vOP checklist will result in being turned away, until all actions are completed.**
If you have any questions or concerns related to enlisted or officer promotions please email 341fss.fspd.careerdevelopment@us.af.mil.
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The Air Force SrA Below the Zone (BTZ) program is a competitive promotion opportunity for Airman First Class (A1C) who have demonstrated exceptional performance and potential. The BTZ program allows eligible Airmen to be promoted to the rank of SrA ahead of their peers. Here’s a short summary of the process:
- Eligibility: To be eligible for BTZ promotion, A1C must meet certain criteria, including time in service and time in grade requirements, as well as have an excellent performance record.
- Nomination: Airmen are typically nominated for BTZ promotion by their unit commanders or superiors based on their outstanding performance, leadership abilities, and potential to excel as a SrA.
- Selection Board: A selection board reviews the nominations and evaluates each candidate’s qualifications. They consider factors such as job performance, leadership skills, and potential for future contributions.
- Notification: Airmen who are selected for BTZ promotion receive notification of their advancement ahead of the regular promotion cycle.
- Promotion: Once selected, the A1C is promoted to SrA effective on a specific date, which is six months before their regular promotion timeline.
The BTZ program aims to reward and encourage exceptional Airmen by offering them an accelerated path to higher rank, recognizing their dedication and potential within the Air Force.
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Enlisted Promotions:
- Enlisted personnel in the Air Force progress through a series of ranks, starting with Airman Basic (E-1) and advancing to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (E-9).
- Promotion is primarily based on time in service and time in grade, along with a performance evaluation known as the Enlisted Performance Brief (EPB).
- Enlisted members compete for promotion within their specific career fields, and promotion rates can vary depending on the career field’s needs and the individual’s qualifications.
- Some exceptional Airmen may be eligible for accelerated promotion through programs like SrA Below the Zone or Stripes for Exceptional Performers (STEP).
Officer Promotions:
- Officers in the Air Force hold ranks from Second Lieutenant (O-1) to General (O-10).
- Officer promotions are based on a combination of time in service, time in grade, and a competitive process that considers performance evaluations, professional military education, and leadership potential.
- Officers are typically promoted through a set timeline, but some may be considered for early promotion based on exceptional performance or specific programs like Officer Training School (OTS) or the Air Force Academy.
- The promotion process for officers becomes more competitive at higher ranks, with fewer available positions at each higher grade.
Both enlisted and officer promotions in the Air Force are designed to recognize and advance individuals who demonstrate the skills, leadership, and dedication required for increased responsibilities within the service.
Key Notes:
- Properly and continuously review records to ensure accuracy (SURF & PRDA)
- Verify you are in the correct CAFSC
- Know eligibility window
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Enlisted Promotions:
- Enlisted personnel in the Air Force progress through a series of ranks, starting with Airman Basic (E-1) and advancing to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (E-9).
- Promotion is primarily based on time in service and time in grade, along with a performance evaluation known as the Enlisted Performance Brief (EPB).
- Enlisted members compete for promotion within their specific career fields, and promotion rates can vary depending on the career field’s needs and the individual’s qualifications.
- Some exceptional Airmen may be eligible for accelerated promotion through programs like SrA Below the Zone or Stripes for Exceptional Performers (STEP).
Officer Promotions:
- Officers in the Air Force hold ranks from Second Lieutenant (O-1) to General (O-10).
- Officer promotions are based on a combination of time in service, time in grade, and a competitive process that considers performance evaluations, professional military education, and leadership potential.
- Officers are typically promoted through a set timeline, but some may be considered for early promotion based on exceptional performance or specific programs like Officer Training School (OTS) or the Air Force Academy.
- The promotion process for officers becomes more competitive at higher ranks, with fewer available positions at each higher grade.
Both enlisted and officer promotions in the Air Force are designed to recognize and advance individuals who demonstrate the skills, leadership, and dedication required for increased responsibilities within the service.
Key Notes:
- Properly and continuously review records to ensure accuracy (SURF & PRDA)
- Verify you are in the correct CAFSC
- Know eligibility window
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