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JUNIOR OFFICER ADVISORY GROUP (JOAG)

U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation”. JUNIOR OFFICER ADVISORY GROUP (JOAG). JOAG Communication and Publications Committee Last Updated: July 2013.

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JUNIOR OFFICER ADVISORY GROUP (JOAG)

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  1. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JUNIOR OFFICER ADVISORY GROUP (JOAG) JOAG Communication and Publications Committee Last Updated: July 2013

  2. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission Provide advice and consultation to the Surgeon General, Chief Professional Officers, Professional Advisory Committees, and other Commissioned Corps groups on issues relating to professional practice and personnel activities affecting junior officers in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.

  3. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” LEADERSHIP SERVICE INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE

  4. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Junior Officer Advisory Group (JOAG) chartered Public Health Service established Carmona Inspiration Award created Forward Thinking Initiative started 1798 2001 2007 2008 1999 2005 2007-2012 Junior Officer Ad-Hoc Advisory Group created Junior Officer of the Year & JOAG Excellence Award created JOAG Five-Year Strategic Plan* * Being updated for 2010-2015

  5. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JOAG is comprised of officers from all PHS categories…

  6. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JOAG is comprised of officers stationed at HHS & non-HHS Agencies

  7. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JOAG Committees Executive Committee Awards Committee COF Planning Committee Communications and Publications Committee Development Committee Public Health and Community Service Committee Membership Committee Policy and Procedures Committee Professional Development Committee Recruitment and Retention Committee Welcoming Committee

  8. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Executive Committee • Mission: To serve the general JOAG membership in the execution of the JOAG vision, mission, and objectives. • Comprised of elected voting members: • JOAG Chair • Vice Chair/COA-COF Liaison • Chair-Elect • Financial Liaison • Executive Secretary

  9. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Awards Committee Mission: To facilitate the awards process and recognize junior officers for their accomplishments and commitment to the mission of the U.S. Public Health Service.

  10. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To plan, organize and execute JOAG related events/activities, and facilitate junior officer involvement, in coordination and collaboration with other JOAG Committees and the Commissioned Officers Foundation, for the annual USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium. COF Planning Committee

  11. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To facilitate the dissemination of Corps-related information to junior officers. Communications and Publications Committee

  12. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To develop, manage and promote activities related to JOAG-Commissioned Officers Foundation merchandise. Development Committee

  13. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: Enhance health and wellness of junior officers in the United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps and their communities by providing information and tools that promote health and wellness and by implementing and supporting community service activities that will promote public health, enhance the visibility of the USPHS and interaction with other uniformed services. Public Health and Community Service

  14. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To assist general members of JOAG who wish to apply to become a voting member of JOAG and to facilitate the selection process for JOAG voting members. Membership Committee

  15. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To establish guidelines and operating procedures governing the JOAG. (Chaired by the JOAG Chair-Elect) Policy & Procedures Committee

  16. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To identify issues, provide advice and guidance, and propose solutions to promote junior officers as professional, proud and principled Commissioned Corps Officers. Professional Development Committee

  17. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To increase the number of junior officers in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. Recruitment and Retention Committee

  18. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Mission: To provide and disseminate information to newly commissioned junior officers. Welcoming Committee

  19. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Accomplishments • Developed a JOAG five year strategic plan as a guide for sustainability and development. The JOAG Strategic Plan is a fluid document, that will be updated as needed. • Provided junior officer representation to Transformation Working Policy Design Groups, Functional Groups, and Working Integrated Policy Teams

  20. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Accomplishments -Continued • Established the following prestigious awards: • Junior Officer of the Year Award • JOAG Excellence Award • VADM Carmona Inspiration Award • Expanded JOAG’s COSTEP Connection Program, which continues to pair junior officer volunteers with COSTEPs

  21. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Accomplishments -Continued • Developed The JOAG Journal, JOAG’s quarterly published newsletter “by junior officers, for junior officers” • Developed “With Pride & Distinction” to provide accurate information on proper wear of USPHS uniforms • Developed “Morale, Recreation and Welfare” Resource Guide

  22. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Accomplishments -Continued • Developed the USPHS Commissioned Officer Code of Conduct • Developed a Welcome Packet for all new Call to Active Duty officers • Developed a reading list for junior officers on topics such as leadership, management, and uniformed service customs & courtesies

  23. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JOAG Initiatives Forward Thinking Initiative Junior officers planning for the future of the USPHS by developing a 20-30 year prospective plan to position the Commissioned Corps for future growth and success

  24. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” JOAG Initiatives -Continued HOSA Mentoring In collaboration with other USPHS entities, JOAG will be partnering with the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) to create opportunities for junior officers to build on their leadership skills while mentoring high school and college students.

  25. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Benefits of JOAG • Career advancement • Leadership opportunities • Networking opportunities • Shaping the future of the Commissioned Corps • Developing a cohesive bond between fellow officers

  26. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Participation in JOAGEveryone is welcome!!! Any junior officer at the rank of Lieutenant Commander (LCDR/O-4) and below, who actively participates in JOAG meetings and serves on one of JOAG’s committees or workgroups, is considered an active participant and member. For more information, go to http://www.usphs.gov/corpslinks/joag/

  27. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” USPHS Challenge Coins The JOAG Medallion PHS Core Values Coin For ordering information, go to http://www.usphs.gov/corpslinks/joag/

  28. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” Junior Officers in Action USNS COMFORT DEPLOYMENT

  29. Junior Officers in Action

  30. Junior Officers in Action

  31. JOAG Members at the USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium

  32. GROW WITH US The United States Public Health Service

  33. U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Junior Officer Advisory Group “Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation” The Junior Officer Advisory Group (JOAG) Make a difference. Get involved. Please visit the JOAG website at http://www.usphs.gov/corpslinks/joag/

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