Shield. The quartered shield alludes to the mission of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel & Readiness) which is to support the Total Force and their families through policy, programs, and services that strengthen military communities and the defense of the Nation. The first and fourth quadrant display three flames, a total of six, to represent each of the Office of Force Resiliency offices. Fire is also a symbol of hope, life, and strength, and it inspires resiliency and motivation. The second and third quadrant feature a gold chevron embattled, charged by two black chevronels, signifying military strength and defense. Combined, these signify the organization’s responsibilities to service members (the gold chevron embattled), and Department civilians and military communities and families (the black chevronels). The blue triangle beneath the chevronels alludes to the tri-cornered hat of the Minuteman, long a symbol of the Department’s Reserve Component Service members who stand ready at a moment’s notice to defend the nation. Together, the shield signifies unity and cohesion of the Total Force within the organization and the Department of Defense (DOD).
Crest. The wreath adopts the first-named metal and color from the shield and blazon—white and blue. The phoenix represents the service member and families’ resiliency and ability to overcome obstacles to achieve healthy climates, cohesive teams, and ready forces. The six stars further suggest each of the Office of Force Resiliency offices.
Supporters. The oak branches denote the strong foundation of the organization’s environment and community.
Seal. The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a light blue disc, within a white designation band edged with a red border and bearing the inscription “OFFICE OF FORCE RESILIENCY” along the top and “DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE” along the bottom in blue; in between and on each side a small red disc.