DAFPD36-21 governs the utilization and classification of Department of the Air Force military personnel.
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DAFPD36-21 addresses assignments, readiness, joint officer promotion rates, and personnel policy responsibilities. Compliance is mandatory, and records generated from prescribed processes must follow records management requirements.
Applies to: This directive applies to all Regular Air Force, United States Space Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard personnel.
Classify and assign Airmen and Guardians, as equitably as possible, to ensure a high state of readiness. (paragraph 1)
Provide special assignment consideration for Airmen and Guardians who have family members with special medical or educational needs. (paragraph 1)
To the maximum extent possible, assign individuals on a voluntary basis and in the most equitable manner feasible, while meeting mission and commander needs. (paragraph 1)
Ensure involuntary assignments are equitably distributed among similarly qualified Airmen and Guardians, to minimize family separation and to avoid creating severe personal hardship. (paragraph 1)
Establish Active Duty Service Commitments or Reserve Service Commitments when Airmen and Guardians are reassigned on a fully funded permanent change of station, or public funds are used for education or training courses, to ensure a return on the investment. (paragraph 1)