scope:

PURPOSE

This Instruction:

Reissues Reference (a) as an Instruction, consistent with the authority in Reference (b).

Establishes and implements policy and assigns responsibilities and procedures for the development and operation of formal civilian mobility programs within the Department of Defense, pursuant to Reference (b)when such programs enhance career progressions and improve mission effectiveness.

APPLICABILITY

This Instruction applies to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Combatant Commands, the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, the Defense Agencies, the DoD Field Activities and all other organizational entities in the Department of Defense (hereafter referred to collectively as the "DoD Components").