New Volunteer Orientation: VMIS and OPOC Training

All volunteers are required to record their service hours in the Army’s Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS).

• When: Last Wednesday of each month

• Time: 1330–1500

• Where: ACS Main Center, Building 1526, Room 213

This training includes:

• New Volunteer Orientation

• VMIS Training

• OPOC (Organizational Point of Contact) Training

Training Requirements

Attendance is mandatory for all new volunteers and OPOCs.

• Volunteers: Learn expectations for both the individual and the unit/organization. Training covers Army regulations related to volunteer service and includes a hands-on demonstration of VMIS features such as:

  • Entering service hours

  • Applying for volunteer positions

  • Uploading earned awards

  • And more

• OPOCs: Training covers:

  • Basics of volunteer recruitment, retention, and recognition

  • VMIS functions for tracking volunteers and service hours

  • Required paperwork to comply with Army regulations

Advantages of Using VMIS

• Army-wide system: Used across all installations.

• Portability: Volunteers can continue service seamlessly from post to post without re-registering.

• Service member benefits: Hours tracked in VMIS generate DD4162 and DD4713 forms, supporting award/citation/medal requests.

• Family benefits: Spouses and family members can track hours for resumes, academic programs (e.g., National Honor Society), and college applications.

• Permanent record: VMIS serves as a repository, storing all service information for future reference.

Fort Carson Operation Good Samaritan

Volunteers may also log hours served with any non-profit organization (501c3 or 501c6) in Colorado Springs or Manitou through VMIS.

For more information, contact the Army Volunteer Corps Program Manager at ACS, Building 1526.