DD Form 2365 DoD Expeditionary Civilian Agreement: Emergency-Essential Positions and Non-combat Essential Positions

What Is DD Form 2365?

This is a form that was released by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) on August 1, 2017. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DA Form 2365 , is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DoD.

FAQ

Q: What is DD Form 2365?
A: DD Form 2365 is a DoD Expeditionary Civilian Agreement.

Q: What does DD Form 2365 cover?
A: DD Form 2365 covers Emergency-Essential Positions and Non-combat Essential Positions.

Q: What are Emergency-Essential Positions?
A: Emergency-Essential Positions are positions that are necessary to ensure the continued operation of essential functions during an emergency.

Q: What are Non-combat Essential Positions?
A: Non-combat Essential Positions are positions that are necessary to support operations during a deployment or contingency operation, but are not directly involved in combat.

Q: Why is DD Form 2365 important?
A: DD Form 2365 is important for identifying individuals who may be required to deploy in support of military operations and ensuring their rights and benefits are protected.

Q: Who uses DD Form 2365?
A: DD Form 2365 is used by the Department of Defense (DoD) and its associated agencies.

Q: How should DD Form 2365 be completed?
A: DD Form 2365 should be completed following the instructions provided on the form and any accompanying guidance.

Q: Can civilians refuse to fill out DD Form 2365?
A: Civilians in Emergency-Essential or Non-combat Essential Positions may be required to complete DD Form 2365 as a condition of employment.

Q: What happens if DD Form 2365 is not completed?
A: Failure to complete DD Form 2365 may result in the loss of certain employment benefits or potential impact on the individual's ability to deploy.