Developing Qualified Logistics Readiness Officers (LROs) Within Air Combat Command (ACC): A Delphi Study
Abstract
After completing the basic technical Logistics Readiness Officer (LRO) course, the LRO returns to their assigned base and begins core competency on-the-job training. In order to become qualified, the LRO must be assigned to at least one proficiency in each of the three core competencies (material management, distribution management, and contingency operations) for at least twelve months and complete all training tasks for each proficiency. The foundation of technical knowledge and skills gained through core competency training will guide the LRO in future assignments to include being an effective operations officer and a squadron commander. However, the current high operations tempo and demand for LROs in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom along with the high mission demands at base level are negatively affecting completion of LRO core competency training. Also disrupting the completion of core competency training are the many career broadening opportunities, i.e., executive officer, instructor, 365 day TDYs that often pull the LRO away from core competency training. The objective of this study is to gather expert opinion on LRO core competency training and qualification from a panel of experts, the current operations officers and squadron commanders, who are responsible for managing, training and qualifying LROs. These experts know firsthand the challenges and issues affecting the training progress of LROs. Results from this research will be provided to ACC?s Logistics Readiness Division, the study?s sponsor, who is responsible for LRO force development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA500791
Entities
People
- Trace B. Steyaert
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology