Develop HR Planning and Operations Staff Products Using MDMP

Question 1

HR Planning and Operations

Definition

Answer 1

is the means by which the HR
Provider envisions a desired HR end state in support of the
operational commander’s mission requirements.

Question 2

HR Planning and Operations

Key Notes

Answer 2

Must have a firm understanding of the full
capabilities of HR units and organizations

 Understand how to employ doctrine in any
operating environment

 Be technically competent in current HR
systems, processes, policies and procedures

 Understand how HR support is delivered in an operational
environment

Question 3

HR Planning

Definition

Answer 3

is a continuous process that evaluates current
and future operations from a functional perspective of the HR
provider.

Question 4

Key HR Planning Information

Answer 4

Question 5

HR Critical Tasks

Answer 5

HR Planning Considerations
• ID constraints
• ID key facts & assumptions
• Formulate HR support • Determine HR resources
• ID specified/implied tasks
• Prepare Annexes
• Prepare OPLANs

Question 6

HR PREPARE RECOMMENDATIONS

Answer 6

Question 7

HR Operations

Definition

Answer 7

is the process of tracking current and future
execution of HR support through the following process:

Question 8

HR Operations

Key Notes & Focus

Answer 8

Question 9

Operate HR Command and Control (C2) Nodes

Answer 9

includes the
establishment, operation, and maintaining connectivity to HR
data and voice communicates nodes needed for HR Operations.

Question 10

HR Planning Using the MDMP

Step 1 - receipt of Mission

Answer 10

Question 11

HR Planning Using the MDMP

Mission Analysis

Answer 11

Question 12

HR Planning Using the MDMP ( Part 2)

Mission Analysis

Answer 12

Question 13

HR Planning Using the MDMP

COA Development

Answer 13

Question 15

HR Planning Using the MDMP

COA Analysis (War Game)

Answer 15

Question 16

HR Planning Using the MDMP

COA Comparison

Answer 16

Question 17

HR Planning Using the MDMP

COA Approval.

Answer 17

Question 18

HR Planning Using the MDMP

Orders Production.

Answer 18

Question 19

HR Phase - Synchronization Matrix

Answer 19

Question 20

Hr Planning Purpose

Answer 20

Assessment of the situation from an
HR perspective
• Analysis of those COAs a commander
is considering that best accomplishes
the mission

• Evaluation of how HR factors influence
each COA

• Draws conclusions and a
recommended COA to the commander
from an HR functional perspective

Question 21

HR Planning Characteristics

Answer 21

Prepared as thoroughly as time
allows in either a simple form or a
preformatted digital product • Revised continuously as planning
factors, manning levels, facts and
assumptions change
• Prepared at all levels of command
from Battalion to ASCC by S-1s/G1s
and HR Operations Branch planners
• Not necessarily prepared in a fixed
sequence
• Provides a thorough clear,
unemotional analysis of all pertinent
data

Question 22

HR Running Estimates

HR Planning Considerations S-1

Answer 22

Assessment of the situation from a
functional perspective
• Analysis of courses of action the
commander is considering to best
accomplish the mission
• Analysis of functional factors and
how they impact each COA
• Basis for each staff section’s
recommendation during COA
approval
• May be written or presented orally
• Used by staff officer to support
decision making during planning
and execution

Question 23

What is the S-1’s role in the MDMP process?

Answer 23

The S-1 conducts mission analysis and provides critical HR input to the
MDMP. Their responsibilities include: analyzing personnel/unit strength
data; prepare the HR PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS; determine available PSS;
Determine HR task and constrains; identify critical facts and assumptions; determine
CCIR and EEFI.

Question 24

Paragraph 4 (Sustainment) of the OPORD details the operation’s Sustainment support plan. What annex is generated from paragraph 4, what is its purpose, and what does it contain?

Answer 24

Annex F is always specific to the mission and the commander’s intent and
includes information on logistics, personnel, and health system support.
Appendix 2 (Personnel Services Support) to Annex F (Sustainment) contains the
scheme of support for manning, HR services, personnel support and HR
Planning and Operations.

Question 25

S1 Portion of the Oporder

Answer 25

Question 26

Breakdown of the Personnel Appendix

Answer 26

Question 27

TAB A TO APPENDIX 2 TO ANNEX F

HR INPUT

Answer 27

Question 28

TAB A TO APPENDIX 2 TO ANNEX F

HR INPUTS

EXECUTION

Answer 28

Question 29

TAB A TO APPENDIX 2 TO ANNEX F

HR INPUTS

Sustainment and Command and control

Answer 29

Question 30

As the S-1, you are responsible for preparing the HR Planning
Products for an upcoming operation. What are some of the
tangible and intangible factors you would consider when
developing your HR Planning Products?

Answer 30

Mission – analysis, commander’s intent, and CCIRs
Characteristics of the AO – weather, terrain, civil considerations
Enemy forces – disposition, composition, strength, capabilities
Friendly forces – unit strength, critical MOS shortages, casualty estimates,
RSO operations, evacuation policy, task organization, location of HR units,
medical facilities, CLTs, postal flow, PA/SR and casualty reporting flow