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32 C.F.R. Appendix to Part 383a—Delegations of Authority

Title 32 - National Defense

Title 32: National Defense
PART 383a—DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DeCA)

Appendix to Part 383a—Delegations of Authority

Pursuant to the authority vested in the Secretary of Defense, and subject to the direction, authority, and control of the Secretary of Defense, and in accordance with DoD policies, Directives, and Instructions, the Director, DeCA is hereby delegated authority as required in the administration and operation of the DeCA to:

1. Establish advisory committees and employ part-time advisers, as approved by the Secretary of Defense, for the performance of DeCA functions pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 173 Public Law 92–463, “Federal Advisory Committee Act”; and DoD Directive 5105.4¹ “Department of Defense Federal Advisory Committee Management Program,” September 5, 1989.

¹ Copies may be obtained, at cost, from the National Technical Information Service, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA 22161.

2. Designate any position in the DeCA as a “sensitive” position, in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 7532; Executive Orders 10450, 12333, and 12356; and DoD Directive 5200.2² , “DoD Personnel Security Program,” December 20, 1979, as appropriate.

² See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

3. Authorize and approve overtime work for DeCA civilian personnel in accordance with 5 U.S.C. chapter 55, subchapter V, and applicable OPM regulations.

4. Authorize and approve:

a. Travel of DeCA civilian personnel in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations, Volume 2, “DoD Civilian Personnel.”

b. Temporary duty travel for military personnel assigned or detailed to the DeCA in accordance with Joint Federal Travel Regulations, Volume 1, “Uniformed Service Members.”

c. Invitational travel to persons serving without compensation whose consultative, advisory, or other highly specialized technical services are required in a capacity that is directly related to or in connection with, DeCA activities, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 5703.

5. Approve the expenditure of funds available for travel by military personnel assigned or detailed to the DeCA for expenses regarding attendance at meetings of technical, scientific, professional, or other similar organizations in such instances when the approval of the Secretary of Defense, or designee, in required by law (37 U.S.C. 412 and 5 U.S.C 4110 and 4111). This authority cannot be redelegated.

6. Develop, establish, and maintain in active and continuing Records Management Program, pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3102 and DoD Directive 5015.2³ , “Records Management Program,” September 17, 1980.

³ See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

7. Establish and use imprest funds for making small purchases of material and services, other than personal services, for the DeCA when it is determined more advantageous and consistent with the best interests of the Government, in accordance with DoD Directive 7360.104⁴ , “Disbursing Policies,” January 17, 1989.

⁴ See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

8. Authorize the publication of advertisements, notices, or proposals in newspapers, magazines, or other public periodicals, as required for the effective administration and operation of the DeCA, consistent with 44 U.S.C. 3702.

9. Establish and maintain appropriate property accounts for the DeCA and appoint Boards of Survey, approve reports of survey, relieve personal liability, and drop accountability for DeCA property contained in the authorized property accounts that has been lost, damaged, stolen, destroyed, or otherwise rendered unserviceable, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

10. Promulgate the necessary security regulations for the protection of property and places under the jurisdiction of the Director, DeCA, pursuant to DoD Directive 5200.8⁵ , “Security of Military Installations and Resources,” July 29, 1980.

⁵ See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

11. Establish and maintain, for the functions assigned, a publications system for the promulgation of common supply and service regulations, instructions, and reference documents, and changes thereto, pursuant to the policies and procedures prescribed in DoD 5025.1–M⁶ “Department of Defense Directives System Procedures,” April 1981.

⁶ See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

12. Enter into support and service agreements with the Military Departments, other DoD Components, Government Agencies, and foreign governments, as required for the effective performance of DeCA functions and responsibilities.

13. Lease property under the control of the DeCA, under terms that will promote the national defense or that will be in the public interest, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2667.

14. Exercise the powers vested in the Secretary of Defense by 5 U.S.C. 301, 302(b), 3101, and 5107 on the employment, direction, and general administration of DeCA civilian personnel.

15. Fix rates of pay of wage-rate employees exempted from the Classification Act of 1949 by 5 U.S.C. 5102 on the basis of rates established under the Combined Federal Wage System. In fixing such rates, the Director, DeCA, shall follow the wage schedule established by the DoD Wage Fixing Authority.

16. Administer oaths of office to those entering the Executive branch of the Federal Government or any other oath required by law in connection with employment therein, in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 2903, and designate in writing, as may be necessary, officers and employees of the DeCA to perform this function.

17. Establish a DeCA Incentive Awards Board, and pay cash awards to, and incur necessary expenses for the honorary recognition of, civilian employees of the Government whose suggestions, inventions, superior accomplishments, or other personal efforts, including special acts or services, benefit or affect the DeCA, in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 4503, OPM regulations, and DoD Directive 5120.15⁷ , “Authority for Approval of Cash Honorary Awards for DoD Personnel,” August 13, 1985.

⁷ See footnote 1 to paragraph 1 of this appendix.

18. Maintain an official seal and attest to the authenticity of official DeCA records under that seal.

The Director, DeCA may redelegate these authorities as appropriate, and in writing, except as otherwise specifically indicated above or as otherwise provided by law or regulation.