ATP-3-09-90 Division Artillery Operations and Fire Support Download
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Chapter 1 1-14 ATP 3-09.90 Validates that the DIVARTY commander's directions and intent are being properly communicated through the leadership chain to the front line Soldiers and that their feedback and concerns are reaching the commander. Advises the DIVARTY commander and staff on all matters pertaining to enlisted Soldiers. Assists the S-3 in planning, coordinating, and supervising collective and individual training to include certification requirements. Mentor fires leaders and Soldiers as the senior enlisted fires Soldier in the division. DIVARTY DEPUTY COMMANDING OFFICER 1-61. The DIVARTY has a deputy commander to serve as the second in command. The deputy commander’s duties, responsibilities, and authority vary based on the DIVARTY commander’s desires, the DIVARTYs mission, and the scope and complexity of operations. The DIVARTY commander delegates authority to his deputy commander for specific areas and functions. By maintaining the deputy commander’s focus on the DIVARTY the DIVARTY commander is enabled the freedom to extend the span of his own control. Key considerations include: The deputy commander might command a portion of the force or the AO, chair key boards and working groups, or oversee readiness. Coordinating and special staff officers generally do not work for the DIVARTY deputy commander, unless directed by the DIVARTY commander. The DIVARTY deputy commander often serves as the DIVARTY commander's representative for negotiations, media activities, and designated key leader engagements. The position of the DIVARTY deputy commander enables the DIVARTY S-3 to focus on the overall integration and synchronization of current operations. The DIVARTY deputy commander may also serve as a temporary liaison officer to unified action agencies and multinational staff or command groups when and where the mission variables dictate. DIVARTY OPERATIONS OFFICER S-3 1-62. The DIVARTY operations officer S-3 is the commander’s primary assistant for preparing FA support plans and orders, and for exercising control over subordinate formations. The S-3 is in charge of the DIVARTY command post and exercises coordinating staff supervision. The roles and responsibilities of the S-3 include: Plan, coordinate, and supervise execution of movement operations. Develop and maintain FA operations running estimates. Maintain effective control of command post operations during the MDMP ensuring effective staff coordination and cooperation. Ensure the DIVARTY commander has access to critical information at all times. Advise the DIVARTY commander on ADA and FA organization for combat to include target acquisition assets, positioning of units, allocation of ammunition, priority of fires, and target selection standards. Monitor operations of the supported force, subordinate elements, and units to the flanks or in the area of operations with an emphasis on friendly force and enemy FA dispositions and capabilities. Assess and monitor the status of current and projected FA capabilities. Develop the FA support plan complying with the DIVARTY commander’s guidance. Supervise modifications to the FA support plan. Issue fragmentary and warning orders and review subordinate unit plans and orders. Plan and coordinate moves of supporting units in support of current operations. Perform alternate command post function as necessary. Conduct FA tactical and technical rehearsals. Ensure survey support is being provided. Coordinate and control the fires of assigned or attached units. 12 October 2017