Dominance Through People: Building the Civilian Workforce for the Future Fight

The Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Civilian Personnel Policy (ODASW(-CPP)) is the Department of War’s integrator and coordinator of civilian personnel policy. Our mission is to forge a civilian workforce that provides a decisive edge to our warfighters. We craft policies that empower commanders and managers to build and lead their teams with maximum agility and authority. By stripping away bureaucracy, we enable leaders to acquire and retain top-tier talent, hold teams accountable for outcomes, and foster a culture of excellence dedicated to the mission. Every policy is measured by a single standard: its contribution to making our military forces more effective in combat. Through aggressive talent acquisition and a commitment to merit, we are ensuring the Department of War remains the employer of choice for patriots dedicated to national security.