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DAF releases update on telework, remote work guidance ARizoNA (from Page 7)

“We had to be very judicious about where we go and
by by the squadron commander, or “Although not everyone will be a how many people we can commit to any particular site,
SeCReTARY oF equivalent, with input from super- candidate for tele- and remote work, al- because the numbers were low. But, when we got the
The AiR FoRCe visors. Commanders, or equivalent, lowing this flexibility to those who are 944th Fighter Wing Airmen, we were able to send them
will consider the nature of the work makes it easier to serve,” Kelly said. out to the smaller counties where they have vaccine sites
Public Affairs that are only open one or two days a week,” Leeper said.
performed, and assess whether per- Remote work differs from telework
WAShinGTon — The Depart- mitting telework or remote work in that it is a permanent arrangement One of these Airmen explained that being able to use
ment of the Air Force recently re- would diminish the ability to perform in which employees perform official her annual tour in this way was not just rewarding,
leased updated guidance concerning successfully or negatively impact the duties at an approved alternative but educational.
the use of telework and remote work mission. Even if a specific position is location, but not necessarily in the “As a nurse, I already had the skills to administer the
for all civilian employees and service determined ineligible for telework or vicinity of the unit to which they are shots, but what I got from this experience is seeing how
members worldwide, to include active remote work, there may be circum- assigned. For civilians, this location these PODs operate and how the organizations came
duty, Guard and Reserve Airmen and stances when the Airman/Guardian may be in or outside of the local com- together to set up and operate a incident command
active duty Guardians. in this position may be considered muting area of the regular worksite, system for a big response like this,” said Reserve Air-
The DAF guidance memorandum, for telework on an emergency or situ- but they aren’t required to report to man Senior Airman Danielle Ippolito, 944th Medical
DoDI1035.01_DAFI 36-816 Telework ational basis. the regular worksite on any frequent, Squadron. “It’s tiring but it’s rewarding. Knowing that
Program, provides necessary clarifica- “Telework and remote work pro- regular or recurring basis. For service I am helping slow the spread and helping normalize
tion and expands the Department’s vides additional tools and options to members approved to work remotely, things again makes these 12 hour days worth it.”
use of telework and remote work help us recruit and retain the right they will perform work in an operat- The relief these communities felt when service
based on current lessons learned, talent to compete in the high-end fu- ing location that is geographically members began showing up was immediately noticed
pending a comprehensive review of ture fight,” said Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly, separated from their assigned unit. by fellow staffers.
the Department of the Air Force tele- Air Force deputy chief of staff for man- Arrangements would be made to gain “Having that availability of qualified staff to be able
work program. power, personnel and services. “With support from the closest installation. to come into the community and provide their services
“The Department of the Air Force remote work, we can now attract The updated guidance also outlines is critical for us,” Nelson said. “It was really a plug
is using lessons learned about tele- someone with the specialized skills we conditions for designation of an of- and play situation. The service members are very mis-
working and remote work during need and not require them to relocate ficial worksite, equipment and office sion and orders driven so that makes it easy for us.
the pandemic as an opportunity to when it makes sense for the mission, supplies, emergency situations, work They have been training and operating in larger scale
grow,” said John Fedrigo, acting as- the individual and a member’s devel- schedules and compensation, time scenarios throughout their careers, so they can easily
sistant secretary of the Air Force for opment. We recognize the value these and attendance, telework training, jump in, get directions, and perform without hesitation.”
manpower and Reserve affairs. “The flexible work arrangements can have, performance management, and tele- Army Guard Spc. Karston Gardner, Combat Medic,
pandemic has shown we can be suc- in some circumstances, to enhance work and remote work denial and 856th Military Police Company, expressed how easy it
cessful using telework in many areas work-life balance and maximize or- termination. was to work alongside the Reserve Airmen.
of our mission, and it helps to bridge ganizational productivity.” For more information, see the DAF “The overall goal for this task force is to get these
our current force structure to the force The duties and tasks of staff posi- Telework and Remote Work Guide or communities and Arizona to the other side of this
we need for the future.” tions are generally more suited for reference the DAF guidance memo- COVID-19 pandemic and we will continue to work at
Position eligibility is determined full-time telework and remote work. randum. it,” Leeper said.

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