1.2. Duties and Responsibilities.
1.2.1. Leads, manages, and directs SF personnel. Protects nuclear and conventional weapons
systems and other resources. Plans, leads, and directs SF deployments. Directs integrated
defense functions including control and security of terrain inside and immediately adjacent to
military installations, and defense of personnel, equipment and resources. Leads and directs
individual and team patrol movements, tactical drills, battle procedures, convoys, military
operations other than war, antiterrorism duties, and other special duties. Directs employment
and operation of communications equipment, vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, crew
served-weapons, and other special purpose equipment.
1.2.2. Leads and organizes SF operations. Enforces standards of conduct, discipline, and
adherence to laws and directives. Oversees police services, security, military working dog,
combat arms, and confinement operations. Carries out SF incident command function.
Oversees and evaluates unit performance. Manages the Integrated Defense Risk Management
Process (IDRMP).
1.2.3. Develops SF plans, policies, procedures, and instructions. Assesses installation or
deployed location vulnerabilities. Establishes programs, plans, and policies to protect Air
Force combat capabilities. Formulates standards and policies to implement DoD, Air Force,
and higher headquarters programs and policies. Programs and budgets actions for initial
acquisition, modification, and replacement of SF facilities, vehicles, equipment, and other
resources. Develops and manages force protection and antiterrorism programs and training.
Complies with all AF Incident Management System (AFIMS) requirements.
1.2.4. Leads and manages SF activities. Serves on boards and planning groups involving
security, force protection, police services, and antiterrorism matters. Coordinates SF functions
and matters with other unit, military services, and civilian agencies. Monitors and directs
programs to ensure cost effective mix of SF personnel and equipment. Initiates and monitors
research and development programs to assist in the design and acquisition of equipment.
2. Skill and Career Progression. Adequate training and timely progression from the Entry (1)
to the Qualified (3) level play an important role in the AF’s ability to accomplish its mission. It is
essential everyone involved in training must do his or her part to plan, manage, and conduct an
effective training program. The guidance provided in this part of the CFETP would ensure each
individual receives viable training at appropriate points in their career.
2.1. Entry (1) Level. AFSC 31P1 is awarded upon assignment to the SF career field. 31P1
officers attend the SF Officer Course (SFOC) as well as participate in an OJT program centered
on the tasks listed in the 31PX STS. 31P1 officers also require HST to meet local duty position
certification requirements. Primary duties include leading flight sized elements and assisting in
one of the unit’s S-functions. Exception: Field Grade Officers (FGOs) in the grade of Major/O-
4 and above, who cross train into the SF career field will not attend the SFOC. Instead, FGOs
will attend the SF Intermediate Course (SFIC), SF Advanced Course (SFAdvC), and other
courses as directed by the SF Officer AFCFM.