DoD Manpower and Strength Quiz

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What is the term for the total strength authorized by Congress ?

Authorized strength (correct)

Actual strength

Assigned strength

Average strength

Which terminology best defines the arithmetic mean strength across a specific time period?

End strength

Assigned strength

Average strength (correct)

Actual strength

What is the difference between 'Assigned Strength' and 'Actual Strength' ?

Assigned strength includes contractors, while actual strength excludes them.

Assigned strength represents the theoretical headcount, while actual strength refers to personnel physically present.

Assigned strength reflects projected strength, while actual strength is based on current data.

Assigned strength represents the total strength assigned to a service, regardless of whether the individuals have joined the units. Actual strength reflects the personnel physically present in the units (correct)

Which of these is NOT included in the definition of 'DoD civilian workforce'?

Government contractor employees (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the official report that summarizes resources provided to DoD, including manpower authorization?

Future Years Defense Program (FYDP) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Manpower Programming'?

Compiling and projecting future manpower requirements for the DoD. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the collective group of units within a DoD component?

Force structure (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is synonymous with 'End-Year Strength'?

End strength (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP) program?

To restructure the workforce to meet mission objectives. (C), To reduce the number of personnel employed by DoD. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of buyout separations permitted by DoD per year under this authority?

25,000 (C) Signup and view all the answers

How much is the maximum buyout payment an employee can receive?

$40,000 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe within which a separated employee must repay the buyout payment if they rejoin the federal government?

Five years (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the "base realignment and closure action" exemption for non-appropriated fund employees?

It exempts these employees from the 25,000 buyout separation limit. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the VSIP program and the VERA program?

VSIP is for voluntary separation, while VERA is for early retirement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was the initial buyout legislation designed to eliminate a fulltime equivalent position for every position vacated through a buyout?

To comply with congressional direction that the buyout program should be used to reduce the size of the federal workforce. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the designation 'NCE' indicate?

A position designated for supporting expeditionary requirements in non-combat or combat support situations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Capability-based volunteer (CBV)' employees?

To fulfill critical expeditionary requirements, potentially outside of their standard position's scope. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these terms is NOT directly related to expeditionary civilian workforce deployment?

DoD Directive-Type Memorandum (DTM) (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of employee is described as being 'key' in accordance with DODD 1200.7?

Those occupying both E-E and NCE positions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'CBV' employee most likely to do in a crisis?

All of the above, depending on their individual situation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'Capability-based former employee volunteer corps'?

To maintain a database of former employees for potential re-employment in crisis situations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an 'Emergency Essential' (E-E) position and a 'Non-combat Essential' (NCE) position?

E-E positions directly support combat operations, while NCE positions support non-combat activities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome of a 'deployment' in the context of the expeditionary civilian workforce?

A temporary reassignment to a temporary location. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects is NOT considered in the Global Force Management (GFM) for allocating military manpower?

Budgetary constraints of individual units (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Global Force Management Allocation Plan outline?

The specific assignments of military personnel (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of OMB Circular A-11 in relation to military manpower?

It defines the requirements for submitting manpower estimates for the President's budget. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the OMB Circular A-11 provides detailed information on budgeting for personnel compensation and benefits?

Section 32 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which document outlines the specific guidance for budgeting military manpower, including required budget exhibits?

Volume 2A, Chapter 2, of the DoD FMR (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which specific exhibit is crucial for generating the manpower details for the President's budget?

Schedule Q (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary basis for allocating military manpower within the authorized and filled end strength levels?

The national defense strategy and resource constraints (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Global Force Management (GFM) process?

Optimizing the allocation of military personnel to meet strategic goals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a permissible reason for assigning military personnel to non-military tasks during a mobilization or crisis?

Military-unique skills are required to successfully perform the task. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided text, what is the maximum number of members from the Selected Reserve and Individual Ready Reserve that can be on active duty at any given time under the authority granted by 10 U.S.C. 12304?

200,000 (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a crisis situation, what is the designation for a position that is critical to supporting essential operations or combat-essential systems?

Emergency Essential (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a "crisis situation" as it applies to civilian employees according to DODD 1404.10?

A civil insurrection, civil war, terrorism, wartime, or hostile condition that threatens physical harm or imminent danger to the health or well-being of civilian employees. (A) Signup and view all the answers

During a crisis, what is the primary objective regarding manpower management?

Maximize the use of all available personnel resources. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism described in the text to maintain manpower during a mobilization or crisis?

Prioritizing essential tasks and deferring non-essential activities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text as a potential reason for activating the reserve forces?

A natural disaster that overwhelms local response capabilities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can the president authorize the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to order units and members of the Selected Reserve and Individual Ready Reserve to active duty without the consent of Congress?

When the president determines it is necessary to augment the active forces for any operational mission or emergency involving the use or threatened use of a weapon of mass destruction, terrorist attack, or a threatened terrorist attack in the United States. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a prohibited source for gifts to government employees?

A person who has a family relationship with the employee (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances are gifts from outside sources generally allowed?

When the gift is worth no more than $20, except that the annual limit is $50 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on gifts between employees, according to the content provided?

Employees may not receive gifts from other employees who have a lower pay grade. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what is NOT considered an acceptable occasion for a subordinate to give a gift to a supervisor?

The supervisor's promotion (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT an exception to the ban on accepting gifts from outside sources?

Gifts from individuals who are not regulated by the employee's agency. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a permissible form of gift from a subordinate to a superior, according to the content?

A gift of cash valued at $10 or less. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which situation outlines a scenario where a gift between employees is permitted?

A subordinate gives a $15 gift to a supervisor on the occasion of their wedding. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations is NOT an exception to the restrictions on gifts between employees?

One employee gives a gift worth $15 to a supervisor who is receiving a raise in salary. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Manpower Management Terminology and Concepts

Manpower management encompasses all types of personnel, including military, civilian, reserve components, and contractors.
Actual strength: The current number of personnel in an organization.
Assigned strength: The total strength of a particular service, potentially different from combined unit strengths.
Authorized strength: The maximum permitted strength, as authorized by Congress (for internal applications).
Average strength: The mean strength over a period of time. One year's average strength is equivalent to work years.
DoD civilian workforce: U.S. citizens or foreign nationals employed by the Department of Defense.
End strength: The strength of an organization at the end of a fiscal year.
Future Years Defense Program (FYDP): An official report summarizing resources and funding for the Department of Defense.
Force structure: The total collection of units within a DoD component.
Manpower programming: The process of compiling, documenting, and integrating future manpower needs to support overall planning, programming, and budgeting.
Peacetime strength: The authorized strength for active forces, Selected Reserve, and appropriated funds civilian employees.

Global Force Management (GFM)

GFM is led by the Joint Chiefs of Staff, managing manpower allocation within authorized strength levels.
GFM factors in national defense strategy and resource constraints along with readiness and availability of the force.

OMB Circular A-11

Provides guidelines for submitting military and civilian manpower estimates to the president's budget request, including details on compensation and benefits, and within-grade increases.
Section 32 details budget requirements for personnel compensation.
Section 85 outlines estimating employment levels.

Budget Formulation for Manpower

The goal of manpower budget formulation is to optimize use of civilian, contractor, temporary, and other personnel to meet mission needs precisely.
Precisely estimate end strength and FTEs, including anticipated pay raises and other policy changes.

Department of Defense Separation Incentives

Section 9902(f) of Title 5 of the U.S. Code governs buyout payments.
Payments are made from available funds and must be repaid if the individual rejoins the federal government within 5 years.
This can be used to reduce the number of personnel employed by DoD or to restructure the workforce.

DoD Manpower Utilization Policy (Mobilization)

During mobilization, priorities are placed on tasks critical to the war effort.
Deployment decisions consider military personnel, relevant skills, and available alternatives.

Mobilization Assessment Process

Mobilization assessments are crucial throughout the PPBE (Programming, Budgeting, and Execution) process.
Validation of manpower requirements through operational channels is vital.
DODD 1100.4 provides guidance for manpower management during mobilization assessment.
Determines and validates manpower requirements during deployment.
Incorporates manpower needs into the PPBE cycle and manages manpower during mobilization.

Presidential Authority to Activate Reserve Forces

The president has the authority to order Selected Reserve and Ready Reserve units to active duty in certain situations. This doesn't require congressional approval in all cases.
Authorization can last up to 365 days but may be extended.

Civilian Employees during Crisis Situations

Crisis situations are defined as circumstances threatening harm or imminent danger to employees.
Emergency Essential (E-E) and Non-combat Essential (NCE) positions are designated based on operation support.
Capability-based volunteers are utilized to support deployment requirements.

DoD Total Force Policy

Many military functions are assigned to reserve components under the DoD Total Force Policy.
Reserve components could be mobilized for contingency operations or in specific scenarios.

Capability-Based Former Employee Volunteer Corps

This is a group of former DoD civilian employees who are willing to return to federal service for expeditionary requirements.
These employees are added to a database.

Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act of 1998

An annual inventory is required of commercial activities and inherently governmental activities (excluding some military and Defense activities).
Government agencies are to contract with the private sector if cost effective.
Agencies must conduct appropriate competitive processes for activities considered appropriate for competitive bidding

OMB Circular A-76

Establishes policy on conducting commercial activities, including categorizing activities as commercial or inherently governmental.
Guides processes in determining appropriate methods for conducting activities.
Commercial activities may be performed by federal employees in-house or by private sector contractors through competitive bidding.
Inherently governmental activities are typically assigned to federal employees.

Cost Comparisons

Cost comparisons are done to determine if activities are more efficient by employing government personnel or by engaging private sector contractors.
Cost comparison criteria includes national defense, non-availability of a commercial source, or patient care.

Gifts from Outside Sources

Restrictions exist on accepting gifts from outside sources, especially from parties with vested interests in the work or policies of the agency.
Gifts with a low value or personal or family relationships are often exempt.

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Test your knowledge on the Department of Defense's manpower policies and definitions. This quiz covers key terms such as Assigned Strength, Actual Strength, and the Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay program. Perfect for students and professionals dealing with DoD's workforce management.