Develop policies and plans, conduct analyses, provide advice, make recommendations, and issue guidance on DoD plans and programs.
Develop policies, plans, and programs to ensure the readiness of the Total Force as well as the efficient and effective support of peacetime operations and contingency planning and preparedness.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards for manpower requirements determination and training for the Total Force.
Review and evaluate plans and programs to ensure adherence to approved policies and standards.
Participate in Planning, Programming, and Budgeting activities related to USD(P&R) functions.
Promote coordination, cooperation, and mutual understanding within the Department, and between the Department and other Federal Agencies, State, and Local Governments and the civilian community.
Serve on Boards, Committees, and other groups pertaining to assigned functional areas and represent the Secretary of Defense on manpower and personnel matters outside the Department.