DD Form 2257. Designation/Termination MPC-FPC-COPE-PFO

DD Form 2257 - Designation/Termination MPC-FPC-COPE-PFO is a form used to officially designate or terminate individuals as Mail Pickup Clerks (MPC), Facility Postal Clerks (FPC), Centralized Orderly Postal Exchange (COPE) personnel, or Postal Finance Officers (PFO) within the Department of Defense postal operations.

The form consists of sections where the individual's personal information is entered, including name, rank, service, social security number, and the specific designation or termination being requested. The form also includes authorization information, unit commander's signature, and effective dates for the designation or termination.

Instructions for filling out DD Form 2257 emphasize providing accurate personal information, clear indication of the designation or termination, and obtaining the necessary unit commander's approval and signature. Accurate effective dates are crucial to avoid any gaps or overlaps in postal duties.

Application Example: A military base needs to designate a new Facility Postal Clerk (FPC) to manage the internal postal operations. DD Form 2257 is used to formally appoint the individual to the role, clarifying their responsibilities and authorization.

No additional documents are typically required for completing DD Form 2257. There are no direct alternatives within the Department of Defense for this specific purpose of designating or terminating postal personnel.