To determine authorizations for the squadron level, who should you consult?

The most appropriate choice for determining authorizations at the squadron level is consulting the Local Wing Manpower Office (MO). This office is specifically tasked with managing and maintaining manpower authorizations within a wing, which includes oversight of squadron-level staffing and organizational structure. The Manpower Office has access to the required personnel data and guidelines, making it the best resource for ensuring that squadrons are properly authorized in terms of personnel allocations.

While other positions, such as the Local Wing Commander, Base Operations Officer, and Staff Sourcing Officer, may have roles that intersect with personnel management, they do not have the same dedicated focus or authority on manpower authorizations. The Local Wing Commander may make broader decisions about the wing’s mission and resources, the Base Operations Officer deals with operational aspects of a base, and the Staff Sourcing Officer is typically involved in sourcing personnel rather than in authorizations. Therefore, for inquiries about specific personnel authorizations, the Local Wing Manpower Office is the most reliable point of contact.