SORT: 5105.40
DOCI: DODD 5105.40
DATE: 19901206
TITL: DODD 5105.40 Defense Mapping Agency (DMA), December 6, 1990, DA&M
Refs: (a) Title 10, United States Code
(b) DoD Directive 5105.40, "Defense Mapping Agency (DMA)," December 12,
1988 (hereby canceled)
(c) National Military Strategy Document, Annex E (Mapping, Charting, and
Geodesy)l NOTE: Available from Joint Secretariat, Joint Staff END NOTE:
(d) through (g), see enclosure 1
A. REISSUANCE AND PURPOSE
Under the authority vested in the Secretary of Defense by reference (a),
this Directive reissues reference (b) to update the responsibilities,
functions, relationships, and authorities of the Defense Mapping Agency
(DMA).
B. MISSION
The DMA shall provide support to the Office of the Secretary of Defense
(OSD); the Military Departments; the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff and
Joint Staff; the Unified and Specified Commands; and the Defense Agencies
(hereafter referred to collectively as "DoD Components") and other Federal
Government Departments and Agencies on matters concerning mapping,
charting, and geodesy (MC&G).
C. ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
The DMA is established as a Combat Support Agency of the Department of
Defense and shall be under the direction, authority, and control of the
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Command, Control, Communications, and
Intelligence (ASD(C3I)). It shall consist of a Director and such
subordinate organizational elements as are established by the Director
within resources authorized by the Secretary of Defense.
D. RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS
The Director, Defense Mapping Agency (DMA), shall:
1. Organize, direct, and manage the DMA and all assigned resources.
2. Ensure responsive MC&G support to DoD Components.
3. Serve as Program Manager and coordinator of DoD MC&G resources and A:
activities, to include reviewing the execution of DoD plans, programs, and
policies for MC&G activities not assigned to the DMA.
4. Provide staff advice and assistance on MC&G matters to all DoD
Components and other Federal Government Agencies, as appropriate.
5. Develop MC&G guidance for the Department of Defense, review DoD
Component programs and fiscal documents related to MC&G matters, and
recommend appropriate actions to the ASD(C3I).
6. In support of the CJCS, review and validate the MC&G requirements and
priorities of the DoD Components and other Federal Government Agencies,
and develop and submit to the ASD(C3I) a consolidated statement of MC&G
production requirements and priorities in accordance with the National
Military Strategy Document (reference (c)).
7. Prepare, coordinate, and issue standards for MC&G products in
accordance with DoD 4120.3-M (reference (d)), and represent the Department
of Defense in national and international MC&G standardization activities.
8. Develop policies and provide DoD participation in national and
international MC&G activities, in coordination with appropriate DoD
officials, and execute DoD responsibilities under interagency and
international MC&G agreements.
9. Establish and/or consolidate DoD MC&G data collection requirements and
collect or task other DoD Components to collect and provide necessary
data.
10. Develop a DoD MC&G research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E)
requirements plan, in coordination with appropriate DoD officials, and, as
appropriate, task DoD Components or private contractors to satisfy the
requirements.
11. Carry out the statutory responsibilities assigned to the Department of
Defense under Chapter 167 of 10 U.S.C. (reference (a)) for providing
nautical charts and marine navigation data for the use of all vessels of
the United States and of navigators generally, and the responsibilities
assigned under Chapter 13 of 44 U.S.C. (reference (e)) for printing
notices to mariners and other publications.
12. Establish and maintain a Joint Manpower Program that will be reviewed
annually by the CJCS under JCS MOP 173 (reference (f)).
13. Provide technical guidance to all DoD Components to ensure
standardization and interoperability of systems requiring MC&G support.
14. Advise the Defense Acquisition Board on MC&G issues, as appropriate,
through the ASD(C3I).
15. Serve as the primary DoD action office for all purchases of Land
Remote Sensing Satellite (LANDSAT) and Systems Probatoire d'Observation de
Ia Terra (SPOT) remote sensing data by the Military Departments and
Defense Agencies.
16. Assist in unique MC&G product definition and development.
17. Perform such other functions as may be assigned by the ASD(C3I).
E. RELATIONSHIPS
1. In performing assigned functions, the Director, DMA, shall:
a. Subject to the direction, authority, and control of the ASD(C3I), be
responsible to the CJCS for operational matters as well as requirements
associated with the joint planning process. For these purposes, the CJCS
is authorized to communicate directly with the Director, DMA, and may task
the Director, DMA, to the extent authorized by the ASD(C3I).
b. Maintain appropriate liaison with other DoD Components and other
Agencies of the Executive branch for the exchange of information on
programs and activities in the field of assigned responsibilities.
c. Make use of established facilities and services in the Department of
Defense or other governmental agencies, whenever practicable, to achieve
maximum efficiency and economy.
d. Ensure that the Secretary of Defense, the Secretaries of the Military
Departments, the CJCS, and the heads of other DoD Components are kept
fully informed concerning DMA activities with which they have substantive
concern.
2. The Secretaries of the Military Departments, Commanders of Unified and
Specified Commands, and Heads of Other DoD Components shall:
a. Use DMA standard products unless an exception is authorized by the
ASD(C3I).
b. Develop and submit to the DMA their MC&G requirements and priorities in
accordance with the National Military Strategy Document (reference (c)).
c. Provide support, within their respective fields of responsibilities, to
the Director, DMA, as required, to carry out the responsibilities and
functions assigned to the DMA.
d. Assess the responsiveness of the DMA to their operational,
developmental, and training needs.
e. Obtain DMA technical assistance for systems that require MC&G products
and services.
f. Submit all requirements and provide funding to the DMA for LANDSAT and
SPOT remote sensing data.
g. Submit all requirements and provide funding to the DMA for unique MC&G
products.
h. Coordinate with the Director, DMA, on all programs and activities that
include or are related to MC&G.
3. The Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS), shall:
a. Review DMA planning and programming documents, and assess their
responsiveness to operational, developmental, and training requirements.
b. Periodically (not less than every 2 years), submit to the Secretary of
Defense a report on DMA's responsiveness and readiness to support
operating forces in the event of war or threat to national security, and
other recommendations as appropriate.
c. Advise the Secretary of Defense on MC&G requirements and priorities.
d. Develop and issue jointly with the ASD(C3I) guidance to the DMA and the
Unified and Specified Commands that will serve as the basis for
interrelationships between these organizations.
e. Provide for the participation of, the DMA in joint training exercises
and monitor performance.
F. AUTHORITY
The Director, DMA, is specifically delegated authority to:
1. Task and issue necessary instructions and guidance to DoD Components
directly to accomplish the MC&G RDT&E and data collection requirements
established by the DMA.
2. Communicate directly with heads of DoD Components and other Executive
Departments and Agencies, as necessary, in carrying out assigned
responsibilities and functions. Communications to the Commanders in Chief
of the Unified and Specified Commands shall be coordinated with the CJCS.
3. Obtain reports, information, advice, and assistance, consistent with
DoD Directive 7750.5 (reference (g)), as necessary, in carrying out
assigned responsibilities and functions.
4. Establish facilities necessary to accomplish the DMA mission in the
most efficient and economical manner.
5. Exercise the administrative authorities contained in enclosure 2.
G. ADMINISTRATION
1. The Director and Deputy Director, DMA, shall be appointed by the
Secretary of Defense.
2. The DMA shall be authorized such personnel, facilities, funds, and
other administrative support as the Secretary of Defense deems necessary.
3. The Military Departments shall assign military personnel to the DMA in
accordance with approved authorizations and procedures for assignment to
joint duty. The CJCS shall review and provide recommendations on the DMA
joint manpower program to the ASD(C3I), as appropriate, for those
functions where DMA is responsive to the CJCS.
H. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Directive is effective immediately.
D.J. Atwood Deputy Secretary of Defense
Enclosures - 2 1. References 2. Delegations of Authority
References, continued
(d) DoD 4120.3-M, "Defense Standardization and Specification Program,
Policies, Procedures and Instructions," August 1978, authorized by DoD
Directive 4120.3, February 10, 1979
(e) Title 44, United States Code, Chapter 13
(f) Joint Chiefs of Staff Memorandum of Policy (MOP) 173, "Manpower for
Joint and International Activities," May 7, 1981
(g) DoD Directive 7750.5, "Management and Control of Information
Requirements," August 7, 1986
DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
Pursuant to the authority vested in the Secretary of Defense, and subject
to the direction, authority, and control of the Secretary of Defense, and
in accordance with DoD policies, Directives, and Instructions, the
Director, DMA, or in the absence of the Director, the person acting for
the Director, is hereby delegated authority as required in the
administration and operation of the DMA to:
1. Exercise the powers vested in the Secretary of Defense by 5 U.S.C. 301,
302(b), and 3101 pertaining to the employment, direction, and general
administration of DMA civilian personnel.
2. Fix rates of pay for wage-rate employees exempted from the
Classification Act of 1949 by 5 U.S.C. 5102 on the basis of rates
established under the Coordinated Federal Wage System. In fixing such
rates, the Director, DMA, shall follow the wage schedule established by
the DoD Wage Fixing Authority.
3. Establish advisory committees and employ part-time advisors, as
approved by the Secretary of Defense, for the performance of DMA functions
consistent with the 10 U.S.C. 173, 5 U.S.C. 3109(b), DoD Directive 5105.4,
"DoD Federal Advisory Committee Management Program," September 5, 1989,
and the agreement between the Department of Defense and the Office of
Personnel Management (OPM) on employment of experts and consultants, June
21, 1977.
4. Administer oaths of office to those entering the Executive branch of
the Federal Government or any other oath required by law in connection
with employment therein, in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 2903, and designate
in writing, as may be necessary, officers and employees of the DMA to
perform this function.
5. Establish a DMA Incentive Awards Board and pay cash awards to, and
incur necessary expenses for the honorary recognition of, civilian
employees of the Government whose suggestions, inventions, superior
accomplishments, or other personal efforts, including special acts or
services, benefit or affect the DMA or its subordinate activities, in
accordance with 5 U.S.C. 4503 and applicable OPM regulations.
6. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 7532; Executive Orders 10450, 12333, and
12356; and DoD Directive 5200.2, "DoD Personnel Security Program,"
December 20, 1979; as appropriate:
a. Designate any position in the DMA as a "sensitive" position.
b. Authorize, in case of an emergency, the appointment of a person to a
sensitive position in the DMA for a limited period of time for whom a full
field investigation or other appropriate investigation, including the
National Agency Check, has not been completed.
c. Authorize the suspension, but not terminate the services, of a employee
in the interest of national security in positions within the DMA.
d. Initiate investigations, issue personnel security clearances and, if
necessary, in the interest of national security, suspend, revoke, or deny
a security clearance for personnel assigned or detailed to, or employed by
the DMA. Any action to deny or revoke a security clearance shall be taken
in accordance with procedures prescribed in DoD 5200.2-R, "DoD Personnel
Security Program," January 1987.
7. Act as agent for the collection and payment of employment taxes imposed
by Chapter 21 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended; and, as
such agent, make all determinations and certifications required or
provided for under Section 3122 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as
amended, and Section 205(p)(1) and (2) of the Social Security Act, as
amended (42 U.S.C. 405(p)(1) and (2)) and with respect to DMA employees.
8. Authorize and approve overtime work for DMA civilian officers and
employees in accordance with 5 U.S.C. Chapter 55, Subchapter V, and
applicable OPM regulations.
9. Authorize and approve:
a. Temporary duty travel for military personnel assigned or detailed to
the DMA in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations, Volume 1, "Members of
Uniformed Services."
b. Travel for DMA civilian officers and employees in accordance with Joint
Travel Regulations, Volume 2, "DoD Civilian Personnel."
c. Invitational travel to persons serving without compensation whose
consultative, advisory, or other highly specialized technical services are
required in a capacity that is directly related to, or in connection with,
DMA activities, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 5703.
10. Approve the expenditure of funds available for travel by military
personnel assigned or detailed to the DMA for expenses regarding
attendance at meetings of technical, scientific, professional, or other
similar organizations in such instances where the approval of the
Secretary of Defense, or designee, is required by law (37 U.S.C. 412 and 5
U.S.C. 4110 and 4111). This authority cannot be redelegated.
11. Develop, establish, and maintain an active and continuing Records
Management Program pursuant to Section 506(b) of the Federal Records Act
of 1950 (44 U.S.C. 3102).
12. Establish and use imprest funds for making small purchases of material
and services, other than personal services, for the DMA, when it is
determined more advantageous and consistent with the best interests of the
Government, in accordance with DoD Directive 7360.10, "Disbursing
Policies," January 17, 1989.
13. Authorize the publication of advertisements, notices, or proposals in
newspapers, magazines, or other public periodicals as required for the
effective administration and operation of the DMA consistent with 44
U.S.C. 3702.
14. Establish and maintain appropriate property accounts for the DMA, and
appoint Boards of Survey, approve reports of survey, relieve personal
liability, and drop accountability for DMA property contained in the
authorized property accounts that has been lost, damaged, stolen,
destroyed, or otherwise rendered unserviceable, in accordance with
applicable laws and regulations.
15. Promulgate the necessary security regulations for the protection of
property and places under the jurisdiction of the Director, DMA, pursuant
to DoD Directive 5200.8, "Security of Military Installations and
Resources," July 29, 1980.
16. Establish and maintain, for the functions assigned, an appropriate
publications system for the promulgation of common supply and service
regulations, instructions, and reference documents, and changes thereto,
pursuant to the policies and procedures prescribed in DoD 5025.1-M,
"Department of Defense Directives System Procedures," April 1981.
17. Enter into support and service agreements with the Military
Departments, other DoD Components, or other Government Agencies, as
required for the effective performance of DMA functions and
responsibilities.
18. Exercise the authority delegated to the Secretary of Defense by the
Administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA) for the
disposal of surplus personal property.
19. Enter into and administer contracts, directly or through a Military
Department, a DoD contract administration services component, or other
Government Department or Agency, as appropriate, for supplies, equipment,
and services required to accomplish the mission of the DMA. To the extent
that any law or Executive order specifically limits the exercise of such
authority to persons at the Secretarial level, such authority shall be
exercised by the appropriate Under Secretary or Assistant Secretary of
Defense.
20. Sell maps, charts, and related products to the public as governed by
OMB Circular A-25 and 10 U.S.C. 2794.
21. Authorize the release of classified DoD MC&G products to foreign
nationals within DoD disclosure policies.
22. Lease property under the control of the DMA, under terms that will
promote the national defense or that will be in the public interest,
pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2667.
23. Execute responsibilities of 10 U.S.C. 2795 relating to international
agreements.
The Director, DMA, may redelegate these authorities, as appropriate, and
in writing, except as otherwise specifically indicated above or as
otherwise provided by law or regulation.
These delegations of authority are effective immediately.
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