J1 Human Resources

Phone: (847) 688-3680 ext. 7187
DSN: 792-3680 ext. 7187
FAX: (847) 688-4790



Mission Support Division

Mission Statement:

Comprised of three branches, the Mission Support Division provides operational oversight of military personnel programs management, strength and personnel accounting functions performed in a joint service environment, records management, administrative publications, forms management, Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act Programs, as well as mail and distribution functions for USMEPCOM.

Military Personnel Branch

The Military Personnel Branch coordinates military personnel actions with Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel, Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), and the military personnel centers. Maintains, analyzes and reports the Command's personnel strength and readiness posture. Coordinates with Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard commands/centers on assignment of military personnel and replacements and advises USMEPCOM command's service-specific sponsorship program requirements. Provides technical guidance and advises the station commanders on military personnel programs, policies, and procedures that affect USMEPCOM personnel. The liaisons maintain and manage automated military and civilian personnel databases through the Joint Personnel System. Manages and maintains the Command Military Awards and Decorations Programs.

Support Services Branch

Support Services (MHR-SS) is responsible for records management, administrative publications, forms management, and the Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act programs.