CDFM Manpower Management 3

Question 1

Which statutory provision limits the size of the civilian workforce in DoD and requires congressional notification for significant changes?

Accepted Answer

Section 115 of Title 10, U.S.C.

Answer

10 U.S.C. § 115 establishes end strength authorizations for active and reserve components and requires DoD to stay within congressionally approved limits.

Question 2

When a DoD component wishes to convert a military position to a civilian position, which analytical tool is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Military-to-Civilian Conversion Study

Answer

A Military-to-Civilian Conversion Study analyzes whether a position truly requires a military incumbent or can be effectively performed by a civilian.

Question 3

In the context of DoD total force management, 'inherently governmental functions' must be performed by which category of workers?

Accepted Answer

Government employees (military or civilian)

Answer

OMB Policy Letter 11-01 defines inherently governmental functions as those that must be performed by government employees, either military or civilian.

Question 4

A financial manager notices that a command's manpower document shows many positions coded 'X' (excess). What action is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Develop a plan to eliminate or reprogram these positions through the PPBE process

Answer

Excess positions should be addressed through the programming and budgeting process to either eliminate them or justify their retention for future requirements.

Question 5

Which document formally captures an organization's approved military and civilian manpower authorizations by grade and skill?

Accepted Answer

Unit Manning Document (UMD)

Answer

The Unit Manning Document (UMD) is the official record of authorized positions by grade, skill, and duty title for a specific unit.

CDFM - Certified Defense Financial Manager Practice Test

CDFM - Certified Defense Financial Manager Practice Test

CDFM Manpower Management 3