Nov. 13, 2009 Changes to initial PCS process actions In the last five years, the Air Force established a self-service model for many personnel programs, including such actions as retraining and retirements. Now, the Air Force assignment notification process is moving in the same direction. Following the latest guidance, individuals are required to use
Nov. 13, 2009 What is the CAIB? The Community Action Information Board, also known as the CAIB, is here to help families, both military and civilian, enhance their quality of life. It is a cross organizational committee that addresses individual, family and community concerns. The CAIB meets quarterly to identify and resolve
Nov. 13, 2009 Open season set for 3 civilian benefit programs Officials here announced the open season for three civilian benefit programs lasting Nov. 9 through Dec. 14.The three programs are the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, or FEHB; the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, or FEDVIP; and the Federal Flexible Spending Account,
Nov. 13, 2009 Deployment opportunities available for civilians Whether it's helping Iraqis with reconstruction projects or assisting Afghans with their motor pools, the Air Force relies on its civilian work force to help meet its global mission requirements. And the Air Force is not alone. In 2007, more than 1,100 Department of Defense civilians volunteered to
Nov. 13, 2009 Officials release new selective re-enlistment bonus list Pentagon officials recently released the latest selective re-enlistment bonus list which contains 91 Air Force specialties.The revised listing places a greater emphasis on retaining Airmen with 17 months to six years of service, said Tech. Sgt. Christopher Dowlearn, NCO in charge of Air Force
Nov. 13, 2009 Nurse commissioning program seeking applicants Officials at the Air Force Personnel Center will conduct the annual Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program board May 11-13 to select candidates for fall 2010 start dates. The program offers active-duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree in a high-need academic major. NECP
Nov. 13, 2009 A&FRC sends Malmstrom spouses to boot camp The Malmstrom Airman and Family Readiness Center is launching a new program called Spouse Boot Camp on Nov. 18. The skill and knowledge development program is intended to strengthen military spouses and enhance mission readiness and support by providing them knowledge of the Air Force way of life
Nov. 13, 2009 Mercantile Auction raises record amount For the 21st year running, the Malmstrom Spouses' Club hosted the annual Mercantile Auction and they broke a record for money raised, bringing in more than $13,000. The event took place Nov. 7 at the Grizzly Bend Club."Even in a recession, the generosity is truly humbling," said Cheree Zeigler, MSC
Nov. 12, 2009 Rise of the Cyber Wingman: 10 principles Airmen must know Every day, malicious code, worms, botnets and hooks attack Air Force computers hardware, software and the Internet. They infiltrate classified information and compromise national security. In response, the Air Force is stepping up its mission to defend cyberspace.Cyberspace adversaries attack