DAFPD36-20 — Recruiting Programs And Accession Of Military Personnel

DAFPD36-20 governs recruiting programs and the accession of military personnel across the Department of the Air Force.

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  • Publication number: DAFPD36-20
  • Title: RECRUITING PROGRAMS AND ACCESSION OF MILITARY PERSONNEL
  • Date: 2024-03-11

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The publication addresses recruiting, accession goals, applicant qualifications, recruiting duty selection, and military service obligations. It requires equal opportunity, adherence to minimum standards, and support to USMEPCOM.

Applies to: This publication applies to uniform members of the Regular Air Force (RegAF), United States Space Force (USSF), Air Force Reserve (AFR), and Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Recruiting programs
  • Military personnel accession
  • Accession goals
  • Applicant qualification standards
  • Military service obligations
  • Recruiting duty selection
  • Career Intermission Program
  • Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps

Questions and answers

What minimum standards must applicants meet?

Adhere to Department of Defense (DoD) minimum standards of age, citizenship, education, aptitude, physical fitness, dependency status, and moral character. (paragraph 1)

What must applicants satisfy for DAF-specific programs?

Applicants must meet these minimum standards and must satisfy the requirements for DAF specific programs for which they are applying. (paragraph 1)

Can meeting basic qualification standards guarantee selection?

The fact that an applicant meets basic qualification standards for a specific accession program does not create a right or entitlement to be selected. (paragraph 1)

What military service obligation applies to Airmen and Guardians who enter service?

Ensure Airmen and Guardians who enter military service by enlistment or appointment fulfill their prescribed military service obligation (MSO) unless excepted or waived pursuant to law or DoD policy. (paragraph 1)

What equal opportunity policy applies to qualified persons?

Afford all qualified persons equal opportunity to become DAF members. (paragraph 1)

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