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Determinations of eligibility for veterans preference in reduction in force (RIF) are made in accordance with the information found in Chapter 2, Veterans’ Preference in Appointments, of the Office of Personnel Management VetGuide.  Except for retired members of the Armed Forces, a veteran identified as preference eligible for hiring purposes will also be a preference eligible for RIF purposes.  Retired members of the Armed Forces, who are preference eligibles for hiring purposes, must meet an additional condition to be considered a preference eligible for RIF purposes.  In accordance with the Dual Compensation Act of 1964, as presently codified in section 3501(a) of title 5, U.S.C., a retired member of the Armed Forces below the rank of major (or equivalent) is a preference eligible under the RIF regulations only if they meet one of the following three conditions*:

• Retirement from the uniformed service is based on disability that either resulted from injury or disease received in the line of duty as a direct result of armed conflict, or was caused by an instrumentality of war and was incurred in the line of duty during a period of war as defined in section 101(11) of title 38, U.S.C. “Period of war” includes World War II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam era, the Persian Gulf War, or the period beginning on the date of any future declaration of war by the Congress and ending on the date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or concurrent resolution of the Congress; or

• The employee’s retired pay from a uniformed service is not based on 20 or more years of full-time active service, regardless of when performed but not including periods of active duty for training; or

• The employee has been continuously employed in a position covered by the 5 U.S.C. chapter 35 since November 30, 1964, without a break in service of more than 30 days.

*Retirees at or above the rank of major (or equivalent) get preference if they are disabled veterans as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2108(2) and also meet one of the criteria above. 

A. Total Force Service Center at 1-800-525-0102

A.  To set up an appointment, go to AFVEC at https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/  and select “Counseling Appointments” and book a session with an Education Specialist or Education Technician.

A. Contact the Education Office at (720) 847-6675 or through our Org Box at 460.FSS.FSD.Education.Office@us.af.mil for instructions on how to download a copy of your CCAF degree audit.

A. To upgrade military credits, members can:

1. Go to MyVector

1. Log-in to your MyVector application ( https://myvector.us.af.mil/myvector/Home )
2. Click on the “Upload” hyperlink under Documents
3. Drag and drop or Browse to upload documents
4. Click the Upload button once all documents have been added
5. Once you see the Green Banner at the top of your screen, all documents have been loaded

All updates are made within 14 calendar days

1. Or go to MyFSS

1. Go to https://myfss.us.af.mil
2. Select the Command Access Card (CAC) Login icon
3. If you’re a first-time user, select the “First-time Non-CAC User Registration” icon

Follow the prompts

A. To have college or university credits applied to your CCAF, go to www.parchment.com and send a transcript directly from your higher education institution to Air University in Montgomery Alabama.

A. You can order a CCAF Transcript by going to https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Registrar/ and requesting a transcript.

A. Inquire at the Front Desk at 720-847-6679 (ext. 1) or contact the Fitness Program Manager at 720-847-4351.

A. Government ID’s are required to be on your person at all times while on base, on the off chance there is a random or mandated ID check at any given facility.

Dependents are allowed to utilize the facility with 16+ age providing an ID on the off chance there is a random or mandated ID check.

A. Locker rooms (see below for more information), showers, saunas (Spring construction 2025), massage therapy appointments, weekly classes, monthly activities, annual events, seasonal intramural sports, indoor multi-sport SIM room, outdoor workout area, outdoor workout spaces/fields, picnic pavilion, and 24/7 access with registration.

A. All lockers are daily use only. Provide your own locks, personal hygiene products, and towels.

DV lockers are available for Active Duty only (E-9, O-6 and above) with proof of ID/rank and sign-in at the Front Desk. All DV lockers are daily use only. Provide your own locks, personal hygiene products, and towels.

A. Contact the Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) at 720-847-5157.

A. Yes! By appointment only. Please inquire at the Front Desk at 720-847-6679
(ext. 1).

A. Yes! Parents with children 6 and under can utilize the “Kids Room” adult exercise area with 100% supervision of children. Questions about facility age restriction rules, please refer to AFI 34-266. This information is also posted at the Front Desk and in the Main Hallway.

A. Contact the Front Desk at 720-847-6679 (ext. 1) to make reservations for the following areas:

Gymnasium, Aerobics Room, Racquetball Court #1, Racquetball Court #2, SIM Room, Outdoor Multi-Purpose Field, Softball Fields, and Picnic Pavilion.

Unit Group PT, reservations are allowed one week out.

Contact the Front Desk for special events at 720-847-6679 (ext.
1).

A.  To register for 24/7 access, refer to our website page. Scroll to the bottom of the page to the “After Hours Access” Section, and click “Statement of Understanding”, complete the form, and follow the instructions in that “After Hours Access” Section.
You can also inquire at the Front Desk in-person.

Must be 18+ age. No one under 18 during unstaffed hours. No exceptions.

A: Usually, an organizational change request (OCR) will come from the Unit Leadership level or higher. Please contact us at 460 FSS/FSMM Workflow inbox and we can assist you with any changes that need to be made to your unit’s organizational structure.

A: If you have a work process in your unit that could benefit from an 8-step process improvement event, we would love to help you! Please contact us at 460 FSS/FSMM Workflow inbox and we can assist you through the entire CPI process from scheduling to follow up.

A: Yes, we can! Please contact us at 460 FSS/FSMM Workflow inbox and we can assist you with green belt training and through the rest of the certification process.

A: This happened when Space Force was established at the end of 2019. Authorizations under the 6F Command ID are attached to the space mission. 4G positions are considered base operating support and are currently managed by AFMC. Switching between the two different Command ID’s is extremely rare and requires extensive justification. Please contact us at 460 FSS/FSMM Workflow inbox and we can assist you with any questions you may have.

A. To become a commercial sponsor, contact the Marketing Director at 720.847.9671 or via email at Dalton.Nester@spaceforce.mil. We’ll guide you through the sponsorship process, discuss upcoming event opportunities, and provide details on visibility packages available on the installation.

A. Yes. Due to our NAF guidance, all tangible, digital, and marketing services must be reimbursed at cost of materials and services rendered. Excemptions only apply to other FSS flights. For additional information contact us at FSSMarketing460@gmail.com.

For our current pricing list click here.

A. We offer a range of services including graphic design, event signage, flyers, banners, and digital advertising through installation channels. Availability may depend on project scope and lead time.

A. It’s recommended to submit requests at least 8 weeks before your event or deadline. This ensures adequate time for design, approvals, and promotion. Rush requests may be accommodated based on capacity, the Marketing Office retains the right to deny work orders without proper lead time.

A. Advertising rates vary based on the type of media (print, digital, social media, etc.) and duration of the campaign. For a quote and to discuss custom advertising packages, please contact the Marketing Office directly at 720.847.9671. Discounts may be available for multi-event or long-term partnerships.

A. You must still complete the IC and PS even if you intend to reenlist or extend.

1. Congress did not make any exceptions to the timeline. Possible reasons for this include: 1. People change their minds and 2. The military decides if the member can stay in, not the member.

A.

1. Reply to the TAP notification emails from 460fss.fsh.buckleytap@spaceforce.mil. Include completed Self-assessment (SA) and Information Sheet (IS) in your reply.
2. Send an email to 460fss.fsh.buckleytap@spaceforce.mil requesting TAP initiation. Complete both the self-assessment and information sheet and return to the org box.

A. It may take up to three weeks to receive a scheduling email from one of our transition counselors due to staffing issues. We recognize this is a lengthy response time and appreciate your understanding in the matter.

A. Members are assigned a TAP counselor based on current counselor caseload.

A. Initiate the TAP process as soon as you are aware of the possible separation. 

A. People often get the Informed Decisions Seminar confused with the Preseparation Brief. If you have not completed an Initial Counseling Session, you have not completed the Preseparation Brief.

A. Until your DoS updates in the DEMOG, you will continue to receive notifications informing you of the remaining stages of the TAP process that need to be completed. 

A. Yes. If you are in the Navy, please send an email to your Navy Career Counselor (NCC) to begin your TAP process. If you are in the Army, visit https://www.armytap.army.mil/ to begin your process. USMC and USCG stationed on Buckley may use the Buckley M&FRC for all portions of their TAP process.

A. Yes! As long as a service member has completed their Initial Counseling appointment and has a filled-out eForm, anyone can register to attend the Preseparation Brief or TAP week aboard the installation.

A. Yes. If you are applying for Palace Chase/Palace Front, you should begin your TAP process as soon as you submit your application. Please do not wait until after you have been approved for the program to begin your TAP process.

A. No. If you will have no gap in service, you will not need to complete the TAP process.

1. 1. You will have to submit a copy of your gaining orders for verification

A. No. If you will have no gap in service, you will not need to complete the TAP process. 

A. Most people enroll in TAP week during the Buckley SFB Preseparation Brief. If you completed your Preseparation Brief somewhere else, please send an email to 460fss.fsh.buckleytap@spaceforce.mil and include your name and DoDID#. One of our counselors will review your eForm. If your eForm is in the “Capstone Review” phase, you will be sent the TAP sign-up sheet.

A. No. Simply email your TAP counselor or call our front desk at 720-847-6681 and ask to be enrolled for the days you would like to attend.

A. The IC, PS, and TAP week curriculum are good for four years from date of completion. Capstones are good for one year. If you have not completed the Capstone or the Capstone is over one year old, you will need to complete a Capstone appointment again to be compliant. You are not required to complete any of the other TAP items that are less than four years since completion but are welcome to if you feel it would be helpful in your transition journey.

A. You will need a Memorandum In-Lieu of Orders (MILO) signed by an 0-6 or above.  Please e-mail buckley.fss@us.af.mil to contact the passport agent for a copy of a MILO template.

A. Any place that does passport pictures such Walgreens, post office, etc.

A. Processing times are anywhere from 3-6 weeks.  During PCS season(May-August) processing time is 6-10 weeks.

A. Yes, you will need the other parent to sign the DS-3053, Statement of Consent: Issuance of a Passport to a Minor Under Age 16.

A. Yes, an expedite letter is required to process the passport faster than normal processing times.

A. Our hours for passport processing are Mon – Fri 0830-1500.

A. Yes, the email is buckley.fss@us.af.mil

A. No, the ‘Official’ passport is only used for deployment or PCS purposes only.  You will use your ‘Tourist’ passport to travel to other countries.

A. No, you will apply for a VISA when you receive your ‘Official’ or ‘Diplomatic’ passport.

A. You may add or remove family members to your DEERS record at the nearest military ID card issuing facility. To determine what documentation you will need to take with you, such as a Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, or Divorce Decree, please read the DoD List of Acceptable Identity List_of_Acceptable_Documents.pdf.

A. You can update your DEERS information by visiting a local RAPIDS ID Card Office, using the milConnect website, or calling the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) Support Office.

A. Military dependents who are registered in DEERS are eligible for a military ID card. Military ID cards are not issued to dependents under the age of 10 unless there are extenuating circumstances.

A. No, the sponsor does not need to be physically present when a dependent is issued a military ID card, provided certain conditions are met. The sponsor must authorize the issuance by completing DD Form 1172-2 (Application for Uniformed Services Identification Card/DEERS Enrollment). This form can be:

• Signed electronically by the sponsor using a Common Access Card (CAC) or DS Logon and submitted via the ID Card Office Online ID Card Office Online.

• Signed in person by the sponsor at a Real-Time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS) site.

• Signed and notarized by the sponsor, with either a wet or digital signature being acceptable.

• Signed using a valid Power of Attorney.

A. Military ID cards provide access to military installations, TRICARE medical benefits, commissary and exchange privileges, and other military services.

A. You can obtain a military ID card at a RAPIDS ID Card Office. You can find one near you using the ID Card Office Locator.

A. Typically, you can renew an ID card within 90 days of its expiration date. Some exceptions may apply based on status or circumstances.

A. Report it immediately to your chain of command or Visitor Control Center and visit a RAPIDS site with two forms of ID to request a replacement.

A. Dependents can be issued a military ID in person at a DEERS site or online ID Card Office Online.

A. You will need to create a NAFPAY account via https://nafpay.afsv.net. To login you will need your CAC card or login.gov account. We recommend that you check at least once a month, to ensure all pay and records reflect accurately.

A. If you are a current NAF employee, your W-2 will be uploaded directly to your NAFPAY account, and you can access and download from there.  If you are a former employee, it will be mailed to the last address we have on file. If you have a new address, please be sure to provide this to our office so we can ensure you receive your W-2.

A. Once you are hired, it will take up to 2 weeks after approval of your Appointment 2545 Action. Please go to https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/ to make an appt. with the Military Personnel Flight (MPF) to obtain your CAC.

A. Yes! Certain positions within NAF do have fulltime positions available. The USA Jobs announcements will show if it is a fulltime position. With a fulltime position, you are also for benefits.

A. Ready to make your group official? Becoming a private organization has its perks! While the process involves a few forms (we promise, it’s not too painful), we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We’ll provide you and your Executive Council (usually a core team of 4) with the introductory packets. Once you’ve filled those out, it’s off to the legal office and then the Mission Support Director for the final stamp of approval. Consider us your cheerleaders throughout the process!

A. Being a recognized PO opens up some exciting opportunities! You’ll be able to fundraise on base for unit activities, which can help support those awesome events you’ve been planning. Plus, the 460th FSS often looks to private organizations for help with base events, and many times, that comes with financial compensation. Think of it as a win-win: you get to support the community and potentially boost your group’s funds!

Planning a fun SM&W event? Awesome! To ensure you get reimbursed, the key is early communication. Give the FSR team at least 10 business days’ notice before your event. Depending on the type of event, there might be a limit to the reimbursement amount, so let us know the details ASAP. We want to make sure your event is a success and that you get the support you deserve!

A. NAFPAY giving you a headache? We’ve got you covered! Often, it’s a simple fix like an email reset, which we can usually handle quickly. If the issue is a bit more stubborn, we can submit a ticket through myFSS for you. No problem is too big or too small!

Welcome your new team member to the digital world! After they get their CAC from DEERS, they and their supervisor need to complete a few forms: DD2875, Acceptable Use Standards, and AF4394. Think of it as a digital handshake. The easiest way to do this is by “double CAC’ing” – supervisor’s CAC in the laptop, employee’s CAC in the keyboard. They’ll also need to conquer the Cyber Awareness Challenge (https://public.cyber.mil/training/cyber-awareness-challenge/). Once that’s done, send the Cyber Awareness certification and all the forms to your IT team, and they’ll get your new employee connected.

A. Looking for your CAC? Head to Building 606! It’s across the street from the clinic, and down the same side of the street from building 347. Walk through the main doors, hang a right down the hallway, and a friendly face will be there to greet you.

A. To enroll your child at the Youth Center, give our front desk a call at 720-847-9992 and we will set you up with a parent portal account to complete your registration. We offer 6-month and 12-month memberships ($40.00 and $80.00, respectively), as well as a drop-in rate ($2.00 daily).

A. Open rec time is offered Monday through Friday, 1400-1800 hours during the school year, or 1300-1700 hours during the summer. We also offer specialty seasonal camps aligning with Aurora Public Schools fall break, winter break, spring break, and summer break. Youth are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities, including clubs (ex. Theatre Club, Art Club, 4-H Club), service projects (ex. our annual Blankets for Veterans project), and special events (ex. our annual Trunk-or-Treat event, original plays, Teen Nights). We are a BGCA-affiliated club, and provide leadership and character development opportunities through our Torch Club, Keystone Club, and Buckley Youth of the Year program. Our facility is equipped with a STEM room, kitchen, art room, music room, rec room, full gym, and teen room. We are always happy to provide a tour and overview of our program for interested parties.

A. During the school year, we are in office Monday through Friday, 0900-1800 hours, with open rec being offered for youth 1400-1800 hours. During the summer, we offer summer camps 0800-1200 hours, and open rec 1300-1700 hours. We are closed on all weekends, federal holidays, and SpOC Family Days.