AR 570-4 — Manpower Management
AR 570-4 governs civilian and military manpower management for TDA, MTOE, augmentation, and mobilization manning documents.
- Publication number: AR 570-4
- Title: MANPOWER MANAGEMENT
- Date: 05/01/2024
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
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It addresses workforce mix, position identification, manpower requirements, organizational planning, resourcing, position conversions, and mobilization planning. It requires workload-based determinations, efficient organizations, validated requirements, and authorized resources aligned with priorities and budget decisions.
Applies to: This regulation establishes civilian and military manpower management guidance for activities organized under table of distribution and allowances (TDA), modified table of organization and equipment (MTOE), and related augmentation and mobilization manning documents.
Topics covered
- Workforce mix criteria
- Manpower requirements determination
- Military and civilian position conversions
- Organization planning and analysis
- TDA change management
- Mobilization manpower planning
Questions and answers
What must AR 570-4 base manpower requirements on?
Manpower requirements determination will be based on (1) Valid Army mission directive. (2) Workload needed to accomplish valid Army missions. (3) Determining the proper source of labor or workforce mix (military, civilian, or contract) for a particular function pursuant to the laws, regulations, and policies of the Department of Defense (DoD). (paragraph 1-6)
How does AR 570-4 define workload?
Workload is the level of effort required to perform the tasks and functions necessary in accomplishing a valid Army mission. (paragraph 1-6)
What is an inherently governmental function under AR 570-4?
An inherently governmental function is one that has been determined to bethrough statute or otherwisea function that must be performed by Government personnel, either civilian or military, and may not be performed by a contractor. (paragraph 3-2)
What approval is required for converting military positions to civilian positions?
ASA (M&RA) is the approval authority for conversions.
What must conversion packages include under AR 570-4?
Conversion packages must include workload analysis, manpower mix/functional analysis, and a cost benefit analysis.