AF Form 2545: NAFI Notification of Personnel Action Guide

AF Form 2545: NAFI Notification of Personnel Action Guide – If you work for the U.S. Air Force in a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position—such as in Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR), Force Support Squadron activities, or other NAF Instrumentalities (NAFI)—you will encounter AF Form 2545, the official NAFI Notification of Personnel Action.

This form serves as the NAF equivalent of the civil service SF-50 and documents every significant change in your employment status. Understanding AF Form 2545 is essential for tracking your career, pay, benefits, leave, and retirement eligibility.

What Is AF Form 2545?

AF Form 2545, titled NAFI Notification of Personnel Action, is the standard form used by the U.S. Air Force to notify Nonappropriated Fund employees of personnel actions. It records appointments, promotions, pay adjustments, transfers, changes in work schedule, separations, and other employment events.

Unlike appropriated fund (APF) civil service positions funded by Congress, NAF positions are funded through self-generated revenue from activities like bowling centers, golf courses, child development programs, and clubs. NAF employees are still federal employees but operate under a distinct personnel system.

The form is processed through the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and is critical for payroll, benefits administration, and maintaining your Official Personnel Folder (OPF).

Why AF Form 2545 Matters for NAF Employees?

Every NAF employee receives a copy of their AF Form 2545 for key actions, including:

  • Initial appointment or hiring
  • Promotions or reassignments
  • Pay increases or adjustments (including within-grade or cost-of-living adjustments)
  • Changes in employment category (e.g., flexible to regular, part-time to full-time)
  • Changes in work schedule or tour of duty
  • Leave without pay (LWOP), returns to duty
  • Benefits enrollments or changes (health insurance, retirement, life insurance)
  • Separations, resignations, or retirements

Supervisors typically provide the form after documenting related information on AF Form 971 (Supervisor’s Record of Employee). Employees should keep all copies of AF Form 2545, as they serve as the primary record of your NAF employment history.

Important uses include:

  • Verifying service for retirement (high-three average earnings calculations rely on these forms)
  • Processing portability of benefits when moving between NAF and APF positions or between DoD components
  • Supporting unemployment insurance claims upon separation (often provided with SF-8)
  • Substantiating earnings and service for future federal employment applications

How to Access Your AF Form 2545?

Current Air Force NAF Employees:

  • Log into My Biz (part of the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System) to view and download your personnel actions. The common access link is through compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil (CAC-enabled).
  • Non-CAC users or those needing assistance should contact the A1 Service Desk at DSN 665-5004 or commercial (210) 565-5004.

Former NAF Employees:

  • Request copies by writing to the National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL 62295. Include your full name, Social Security Number, dates of employment, and any other identifying information.

Your NAF Human Resources Office (HRO) at the installation’s Force Support Squadron can also assist with questions or record requests.

Key Sections and Information on AF Form 2545

While the exact layout follows standard government form design, AF Form 2545 typically captures:

  • Employee personal information (name, SSN, position title)
  • Nature of action (e.g., appointment, promotion, separation)
  • Effective date
  • Pay plan, grade or band, step, and salary information
  • Organization and duty location
  • Employment category (regular full-time, regular part-time, flexible, etc.)
  • Benefits and retirement codes (unique to NAF systems)
  • Remarks or authorizations

The Human Resources Office completes most fields, but accuracy depends on proper submission of Requests for Personnel Action (RPA) by supervisors.

Note: The form is distinct from other NAF documents like AF Form 1065 (Position Description) or AF Form 971 (training/supervisor notes).

AF Form 2545 is referenced in key Air Force publications, including:

  • AFMAN 34-302 (Nonappropriated Funds Personnel Management and Administration) — provides detailed procedures for using the form in benefits, retirement, and personnel actions.
  • DAFI 34-101 and related Services instructions governing MWR and NAF programs.
  • DoD policies on NAF portability of benefits.

NAF personnel actions follow different rules from civil service SF-50 processing, with unique retirement codes and benefit structures.

Tips for Air Force NAF Employees

  1. Keep Your Records — Retain every AF Form 2545. They are vital for verifying your high-three earnings for the NAF retirement plan and for any future claims.
  2. Review Promptly — Check each form for accuracy regarding pay, effective dates, and benefits. Report discrepancies to your HRO immediately.
  3. Update Personal Information — Notify your supervisor and HRO of address or phone changes, as these affect delivery of personnel actions and benefits.
  4. Understand Portability — When transitioning between NAF and APF positions or DoD components, your AF Form 2545 helps document creditable service.
  5. Retirement Planning — Copies of AF Form 2545 are used to calculate high-three averages and process annuities or deferred retirement.

Download the Official AF Form 2545

You can download the current version of AF Form 2545 directly from the official Air Force e-Publishing site:

→ Download AF Form 2545 PDF

Always use the official source for the most accurate and up-to-date form.

Need Help with Your AF Form 2545?

Contact your local NAF Human Resources Office at the installation Force Support Squadron (FSS). They handle processing, corrections, and questions about personnel actions, benefits, and records.

For broader DoD NAF policy, refer to resources from the Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Service (DCPAS) or Air Force Services Center.

AF Form 2545 is more than paperwork—it is the official record of your contributions as an Air Force NAF employee. Understanding and safeguarding these notifications helps protect your pay, benefits, and retirement future.

This article is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available U.S. Air Force publications and guidance as of 2026. For official advice, consult your servicing NAF HRO or current Air Force instructions.