The Department of Defense observes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month 

(SAAPM) by focusing on creating the appropriate culture to eliminate sexual assault 

and requiring a personal commitment from all members. 

This year’s DoD theme “Step Forward, Prevent, Report, Advocate” is a call to action for 

individuals at all levels to use their personal strength to advance positive change in 

preventing and reporting sexual violence. 

DLA Energy’s SAAPM theme is “Level the Playing Field, Play Your Position.” Everyone 

has a position to play in preventing sexual assault, and there are many different ways 

you can make a difference. We must reinforce a culture that upholds accountability, 

prevention, honor, and respect without fear or favor of ranks, faith, race, or gender. 

Throughout the month of April, the DLA Energy SARC, Ms. Ella Warren, is sponsoring a 

variety of virtual events including:

The 2nd Annual Teal Ribbon Relay. 

Track how far you walk, run, bike, etc., to 

help accumulate enough miles to cover 

the distance between the MSCs. More 

information to follow!

Teal Tuesdays: Wear teal every Tuesday to show support for victims and survivors of 

sexual violence. Your teal can be in the form of a hat, shirt, scarf, etc. Share a photo 

with your SARC! 

April 5: DLA Energy Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Opening 

Ceremony with Keynote Speaker, Brenda Tracy, Set the Expectation, Nonprofit. 

April 8: “Unhealthy Relationships: Identifying Toxic Behaviors and Red Flags” virtual 

Lunch and Learn 11:30am-12pm.

April 14: “Stand Up With Boys” virtual Lunch and Learn 10:30-11:30am with Gordon 

Braxton, DLA Energy Division Chief, Author, Activist and Educator on Sexual Violence, 

Former Director of Men’s Outreach on Sexual Violence Prevention at Harvard.

April 27: Denim Day. Wear your favorite jeans, jacket, or hat to show solidarity and 

support for victims of sexual assault. Share a photo with your SARC!

Although we observe SAAPM in April, sexual assault awareness and prevention 

strategies are year-round. There is no reason, justification, or invitation to sexual 

assault or sexual harassment. No one should consider themselves a third party but 

take a leading role in this fight instead.

For additional information, contact Ms. Ella Warren, DLA Energy Sexual Assault 

Response Coordinator (SARC), Ella.Warren@dla.mil, (571) 767-6349, DSN: 695-1163 or 

(267) 588-6971.

ENERGY CONNECTION

Energy Team,

 Brig Gen Canlas and I know there has been 

a lot of discussion and questions over the 

last couple months on when we will return 

to the office. 

 While the DoD memo released on March 

16 titled “DoD Workplace Guidance for Final 

Reentry of DoD Civilian Personnel” gives 

the greenlight to move forward with plans 

for reentry, there are a lot of things to take 

in to consideration. Union notifications, 

the Lorton Move/Space Management Pilot, 

the DLA COVID-19 Reentry and Safety 

Plan, and more must be evaluated as we 

continue to prioritize safe and healthy work 

environments. 

 We recognize that even the thought of 

returning to the McNamara building may 

cause anxiety and distress. We also know 

there are a lot of questions about reentry 

and the Future of Work initiative. We will 

continue to communicate and keep you 

informed throughout the process.

 Please accept Brig Gen Canlas’ and my 

thanks for your continued efforts and 

cooperation as we look towards our new 

normal.

 On another note, thank you to everyone 

who made our 2021 Combined Federal 

Campaign season so successful. It was my 

pleasure to accept the Chairperson’s and 

Impact Awards on your behalf during last 

Wednesday’s awards ceremony. 

A MESSAGE FROM 

THE DEPUTY 

COMMANDER

Mr. David Kless

HQC/NCR COVID-19 Status: HPCON B

Continue max telework. As of March 2, face masks no longer mandatory in the HQC 

Complex. Masks remain required for HQC Child Development Center.

Volume 2, Issue 6 April 4, 2022

Core Values: Leadership, Professionalism & Technical Knowledge through Dedication to Duty, Integrity, Ethics, Honor, Courage & Loyalty
The DLA Energy Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility 

Committee is seeking volunteers for its Special Emphasis 

Programs. These programs analyze agency workforce 

data, identify potential employment barriers in the areas 

of recruitment, hiring, promotion, career development, 

reasonable accommodation and retention affecting the 

full representation of protected groups, and develop viable 

solutions to help eliminate identified employment barriers.

The Special Emphasis Programs include:

Federal Women’s Program

Program for People with Disabilities

Black Employment Program

Hispanic Employment Program

Asian and Pacific Islander Employment Program

American Indian and Alaskan Native Employment Program

Currently, the Committee is seeking a coordinator for the 

American Indian and Alaskan Native Employment Program 

and the Black Employment Program. 

GET INVOLVED!

April 11: Supervisory Committee meeting*, 8am EDT

April 12: Advisory and Integration Council meeting*, 8:30am EDT

April 12: Culture Climate meeting*, 9:30am and 7pm EDT

April 18: Donuts with Deputy, business unit/regional deputy 

directors, 10am and 6pm EDT

*The committee and council meetings are for current members only. If you 

are interested in getting involved, contact Energy.SCG@dla.mil.

Mark your calendars!

Don’t forget! DPMAP 2022 Deadlines

Hail and Farewell

Welcome to Mr. Scott Thomas, the new DLA Energy IndoPacific Integrator!

Mr. Thomas will serve as the primary 

DLA Energy Indo-Pacific operations 

lead and subject matter expert, 

technical expert and primary advisor 

to the DLA IP Commander on all 

Energy related issues in the region. 

Leading the newly formed Integration 

Office, he will integrate DLA Energy 

policies, strategy and guidance across the Energy IP Regions. 

Mr. Thomas is retired Army and has been serving as the DLA 

Energy LNO to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command at Camp Smith, HI, 

since October of 2016. 

Farewell to our former DLA Energy 

Chief of Staff Colonel Rochon

Congratulations to your retirement 

after 28 years of service. Very best 

wishes to you and your family from the 

Energy Team!

Prepare yourself for success!

We all have a responsibility to meet deadlines ... not only to 

show your career matters but also to allocate and distribute 

performance awards in a timely manner.

March 31: Performance Period Ends

April 8: Employee Input due in MyPerformance 

April 29: Rating Officials recommend ratings

May 6: Higher Level Review Ratings due 

May 13: Senior Level Review Ratings due

May 18: HLRs Finalize Ratings in MyPerformance due 

May 31: Rating Officials Communicate Ratings to Employees 

Do you have your own DLA Energy 

Polo Shirt? If not, you’re in luck! The 

Polos are available for ordering! 

Get details in this DLA Today 

Announcement

Hurry, sale ends April 29!

Volunteer to be the Agency Synchronization and 

Operations Center Energy LNO! 

A highly visible and fast paced environment, the ASOC fuses 

information from across the agency and provides centralized 

awareness of our business and operations functions. 

The LNO communicates what Energy brings to the overall 

Agency mission briefing commodities, infrastructure and 

global supply chain status to the DLA Director, Deputy 

Director, J3 Director, and senior staff. 

It is a six-month rotation with two options available: starting 

May 2, 2022 or starting Nov. 1, 2022. 

The position is open to employees at the GS-12 or 13 (GS12 level are eligible for temporary promotion to GS-13). 

Applicants must possess a Secret Clearance that is active or 

adjudicated and can be activated. Supervisor and business 

unit director pre-approval is mandatory for consideration.

Read more information in this DLA Today Announcement

ASOC LNO

If you would like to volunteer to serve or get involved in any 

of these SEPs, please contact DLA.EnergyEEO@dla.mil

Congratulations to 

Pat Dominguez (center) 

as she retires with 

37-years of service, four 

of those with DLA. Pat, 

a Contract Specialist 

at Aerospace Energy, 

was presented with the 

Distinguished Career 

Service Award, retirement certificate, letters of appreciation, and 

gifts from her team including a U.S. flag flown over the Capitol.