Vince G.

Chief, Strategy and Policy Division, J1 Manpower and Personnel Directorate (Joint) @National Guard Bureau

Arlington, VA, US

As Division Chief of the Manpower Strategy and Policy Division at the National Guard Bureau J-1, I lead the development and execution of strategic personnel plans and estimates supporting domestic operations, contingency missions, and alignment with geographic combatant commands and state/territory responses. I oversee critical policy initiatives that shape the National Guard’s human capital strategy, with a focus on readiness, resilience, and adaptability.I lead a high-impact division responsible for advancing reforms across HR, talent management, duty status modernization, and military compensation—ensuring policies align with evolving mission requirements and support the future force structure of the Army and Air National Guard. Our division works closely with the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), joint military services, and Reserve Component stakeholders to deliver integrated, Total Force solutions.Key Highlights: • Strategic Personnel Planning: Lead long-range manpower planning and personnel estimates for domestic and global operations. • Talent Management Strategy: Shape enterprise-level policies to improve recruitment, retention, and development across all 54 states, territories, and DC. • Duty Status Reform: Spearhead modernization of reserve component duty statuses to enhance operational efficiency and readiness. • Military Pay & Legislative Reform: Guide compensation policy reforms through collaboration with DoD, OSD, and Congress. • Quality of Life Programs: Champion initiatives that improve well-being, housing, healthcare access, and work-life balance. • Policy Oversight & Integration: Ensure strategic alignment with DoD goals to support a unified, agile Total Force. • Data-Driven Strategy: Use workforce analytics and legislative forecasting to inform proactive personnel policy. • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with OSD, joint services, adjutants general, and interagency leaders to implement effective policy solutions.

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