Readiness, Training, and Mobilization

Readiness Training and Mobilization

The DASD for Readiness, Training, and Mobilization is the principal staff assistant and advisor to the ASD/RA for all readiness, training, and mobilization matters including the following functions:

  • Establish policies for the use of Reserve Components (RC) in support of Combatant Commander operational requirements while enhancing RC readiness
  • Establish policies and programs, and monitor resourcing to ensure RC unit readiness
  • Manage RC automated readiness analysis programs
  • Develop policy to ensure optimum sustainable AC-RC force mix, including capability to meet domestic contingencies
  • Develop policies that enhance Reserve Component training programs to cost-effectively meet mission requirements, including use of emerging technologies and simulation
  • Develop policies and supporting legislation, plans, and programs to ensure responsive access to the Reserve Components
  • Establish and maintain liaison with Allied Ministry of Defense Officials dealing with reserve matters
  • Support the ASD/RA in international functions such as CIOR and National Reserve Forces Committee
  • Monitor policies on the use of the Reserve Components to support non-DoD missions