Mission of the USPFO-MA
The USPFO-MA is a Title 10 active duty
officer either Army or Air assigned to the National Guard Bureau and
detailed for duty in his respective state. The remainder of the National
Guard during peacetime is a state force authorized and paid under Title 32
and under the Command of the State Governor.
The National Guard Bureau recognizes the
USPFO-MA as the primary focal point for Federal funds and property
allotted to this State. This is predicated on the fact that the USPFO is,
by law, accountable and responsible for all Federal funds and property
provided to the National Guard of his respective state. He is responsible
for financial management, property accountability, federal contracting and
internal review. He authenticates requirements, certifies as to their
authority and authorizes the expenditure of federal funds for equipment,
supplies, services and payroll. Additionally, he submits periodic reports
concerning use of these funds and equipment to the Secretary of the Army
and Secretary of the Air Force.
The USPFO may decentralize some of the
administration of his responsibilities through the appointment of
assistant USPFOs (ARNG or ANG) whom he determines to be technically
qualified. However, the USPFO always retains accountability and
responsibility for federal funds and property. Decentralization and
utilization of assistants is a delegation of authority only (authority to
act in his stead) and is designed to allow commanders and resource program
managers to manage their portion of the total state federal program.
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