Appendix to Part 395 - Delegations of Authority

Pursuant to the authority vested in the Secretary of Defense, and subject to his direction, authority, and control, and in accordance with DoD policies, Directives, and Instructions, the Director, DLSA, or, in the absence of the Director, the person acting for the Director is hereby delegated authority, as required in the administration and operation of DLSA, to:

1. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 7532, Executive Order 10450, as amended, and DoD Directive 5200.2:2

2See footnote 1 to §395.6(a).

a. Designate positions as “sensitive”;

b. Authorize, in case of an emergency, the appointment to a sensitive position, for a limited period of time, of a person for whom a full field investigation or other appropriate investigation, including the National Agency Check, has not been completed; and

c. Authorize the suspension, but not terminate the service, of an employee in the interest of national security.

2. Authorize and approve overtime work for civilian officers and employees in accordance with subchapter V, chapter 55, title 5, U.S.C., and applicable Civil Service Regulations.

3. Develop, establish, and maintain an active and continuing Records Management Program, pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3102.

4. Authorize the publication of advertisements, notices, or proposals in newspapers, magazines, or other public periodicals, consistent with 44 U.S.C. 3702.

5. Comply with the policies and procedures prescribed in DoD 5025.1-M.3

3See footnote 1 to §395.6(a).