The mission of the USASFC(A) Public Affairs Officer is to develop public affairs plans and procedures and provide public affairs guidance and counsel to the CG, USASFC(A) and his staff. The PAO also develops, supervises and facilitates command information, community relations, and media relations activities for the Command. In addition, the PAO is responsible for direct coordination with both subordinate and higher command public affairs offices on issues of significant interest to ensure coordinated messages are presented to the media.