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NCOER Duty Descriptions

Below are duty descriptions by MOS or position or additional duty. If you don’t see a page for your MOS or additional duty, enter it in the form at the bottom of this page and a page will be made for it within a couple of days.

3-6. Part III, Duty Description

This content is authored by the evaluator and verified with the evaluated Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO). Please refer to DA PAM 623-3, Evaluation Reporting System, table 3-3 for instructions on assessing the duty description. The duty description:

Serves as an outline outlining the standard requirements of the specific duty position.

Should highlight the nature of the work demanded, rather than focusing on frequently changing tasks.

Plays a crucial role in performance counseling and evaluation. It is utilized during the initial counseling session to acquaint the evaluated NCO with their responsibilities and the key areas to emphasize.

May be updated throughout the rating period to reflect any significant changes.

Is used at the conclusion of the rating period to document the essential aspects of the duties.

NCOER Part: IIIc: Daily Duties and Scope

This section should consist of a series of phrases commencing with action verbs, separated by semicolons, and concluding with a period. It should address the most significant routine duties and responsibilities. Ideally, it should incorporate details such as the number of supervised personnel, equipment utilized, facilities involved, financial resources, and any other routine duties and responsibilities.

Readiness NCO or Training NCO. For ARNGUS AGR Soldiers assigned as Readiness NCO or Training NCO, include both the NCO’s TOE or TDA assignment and the corresponding full-time support titles, such as Chief or Firing Battery/Readiness NCO. Part IIIc, d, and e should encompass a combination of position duties and full-time support responsibilities.

NCOER Part: IIId: Areas of Special Emphasis

Specify areas of special emphasis or appointed duties. This section should include a list of tasks and duties separated by semicolons and ending with a period. It is the most likely section to undergo changes during the rating period. Include the most significant items applicable at any time during the rating period. For ARNGUS AGR Soldiers assigned as Readiness NCO or Training NCO, include both the NCO’s TOE or TDA assignment and the corresponding full-time support titles, such as Chief or Firing Battery/Readiness NCO. Part IIIc, d, and e should encompass a combination of position duties and full-time support responsibilities.

NCOER Part: IIIe: Appointed Duties

Incorporate appointed duties that are not typically outlined in the duty description. For ARNGUS AGR Soldiers assigned as Readiness NCO or Training NCO, include both the NCO’s TOE or TDA assignment and the corresponding full-time support titles, such as Chief or Firing Battery/Readiness NCO. Part III, d, and e should encompass a combination of position duties and full-time support responsibilities.

NCOER Part: IIIf: Counseling Dates

Enter the actual counseling dates obtained from the DA Form 2166-8-1 (YYYYMMDD). When counseling dates are omitted, the senior evaluator will provide a statement in part Ve, explaining the reason for the absence of counseling. The absence of counseling alone will not serve as the sole basis for an appeal. However, the lack of counseling can be used to substantiate other claims made in an appeal.

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NCOER Questions and Answers

This page provides answers the most common questions about the Army’s Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER)

What is an NCOER? Raters use the DA Form 2166–8 (NCOER) to provide DA with performance and potential assessments of each rated NCO. The DA Form 2166–8 also provides evaluation information to ensure that sound personnel management decisions can be made and that an NCO’s potential can be fully developed.

What Army Regulation prescribes the policies for completing evaluation reports that support the Evaluation Reporting System (ERS)? AR 623-3

System (ERS)? DA Pam 623-3

What does the Evaluation Reporting System (ERS) identify? The ERS identifies officers and noncommissioned officers who are best qualified for promotion and assignments to positions of higher responsibility. ERS also identifies Soldiers who should be kept on active duty, those who should be retained in grade, and those who should be eliminated.

Under the ERS a Soldier is evaluated on performance and potential. In this system, what three kinds of evaluations are given? 1.        Duty evaluations. Either the DA Form 67–9 or DA Form 2166–8 is used for these evaluations. 2.        School evaluations. Either the DA Form 1059 and DA Form 1059–1 is used for these evaluations. 3.        DA evaluations. Selection boards and personnel management systems are used for these evaluations. Duty and school evaluations are single time-and-place evaluations and are used to make DA evaluations. DA evaluations cover the entire career of an officer and noncommissioned officer.

DA evaluations focus on an individual Soldier’s potential. They are judgments on their ability to perform at current and higher grades, and they are also made to judge whether an officer or NCO should be retained and given greater responsibility in their present grade. In making DA evaluations, what three factors are considered?

1.        Army requirements for leaders: officers and noncommissioned officers frequently change. At times, the Army has a need for leaders with certain backgrounds, experience, and expertise. The size of the Army leader corps by law in terms of strength by grade. Army needs limit the number of selections and assignments that can be made. Thus, a leader’s potential is partially determined by how they compare with their peers. 2.        Duty performance. Performance of duty is an extremely important factor in determining a leader’s potential. Duty performance is judged by how well a Soldier performs their assigned tasks and how well they meet Army professional values uniquely established for each respective corps. 3.        Leader qualifications. It must be considered in order to meet Army needs for outstanding leaders of troop or technical units, supporting staff managers, and technical specialists. One consideration in determining qualifications is the different skills and backgrounds required by different specialties. Another consideration is a Soldier’s individual progress through specialist fields to positions of greater responsibility. In addition, their length of service, civil schooling, military schooling, or other unique skills required by the Army are considered.

What is the basic strucure of the ERS? •        Allows the rater to give shape and direction to the rated officer or noncommissioned officer’s performance. •        Provides a chain-of-command evaluation of a Soldier’s performance and potential. •        Allows the entire evaluation reporting process to be reviewed.

What is the ERS Process designed to do? •        Set objectives for the rated Soldier that supports the organization’s overall achievement of the mission. •        Review the rated Soldier’s objectives, special duties, assigned tasks, or special areas of emphasis and update them to meet current needs. •        Promote performance-related counseling to develop subordinates and better accomplish the organization’s mission. •        Evaluate the rated leader’s performance. •        Assess the rated leader’s potential. •        Ensure a review of the entire process. •        Noncommissioned officer’s organizational rating chain use DA Form 2166–8; and DA Form 2166–8–1.

What will a rating chain for an NCO consist of? •        Rated NCO •        Rater •        Senior Rater •        Reviewer

Can an NCO that is on a recommended list for promotion or frocked to one of the top three NCO grades (first sergeant (1SG), SGM, or CSM) and is serving in an authorized position for the new grade, rate any NCO under their supervision, if after the rater’s promotion he/she will be senior in pay grade or date of rank to the rated NCO? Yes

How many types of NCOERs are there? There are 7: 1.        Annual 2.        Change of Rater 3.        Relief for Cause 4.        Complete the Record 5.        60 Day Rater Option 6.        60 Day Senior Rater Option 7.        Temporary Duty, Special Duty or Compassionate Reassignment

What is the minimum period of time for rater qualification? 3 Rated Months

What is the minimum period of time for senior rater qualifications? 2 months

When will a member of an allied force meet senior rater qualifications? Never

What form is used for the NCO Counseling/Checklist Record? DA Form 2166-8-1

What are some of the uses of an NCOER? The information in evaluation reports, the Army’s needs, and the individual Soldier’s qualifications will be used together as a basis for such personnel actions as school selection, promotion, assignment, military occupational specialty (MOS) classification, command sergeant major (CSM) designation, and qualitative management.

What is a rating scheme? A rating scheme is the published rating chain of the NCO’s rating officials (rater, senior rater, and reviewer).

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Top NCOER FAQs to HQDA; Evaluation Reporting System Function

Addendums / Commander's Inquiry / Derogatory Information

EES Functionality

Evaluation Content

Rater Tendency

Rating Officials / Eligibility

Supplementary Review

Support Form

Dive into the Evaluation Reporting System's primary function and more insights about the military's personnel management decisions.

Q1-1. what is the primary function of the evaluation reporting system.

A1-1. The primary function of the evaluation reporting system is to provide key information to HQDA for use in making critical personnel management decisions (i.e., promotions / key assignments).

Q1-2. When was the new NCOER made available?

A1-2. The new NCOER was implemented on 1 January 2016.

Q1-3. What was the reason for the delay?

A1-3. During a review of the new NCOER, the Sergeant Major of the Army and his Senior Enlisted Council expressed concerns about the effects of the 49% "MOST QUALIFIED" control box assessment on future NCO promotion rates. In order to identify the absolute best talent within the NCO Corps, the SMA and his Senior Enlisted Council recommended to the CSA and SECARMY and they approved a senior rater profile limited to 24%.

This change postponed implementation (1 January 2016) to allow HRC to revise IT systems, publications, forms, and Army-wide training materials.

Q1-4. What forms comprise the DA Form 2166-9 Series?

A1-4. The DA Form 2166-9 Series is comprised of the following forms:

DA Form 2166-9-1A (Support Form)

DA Form 2166-9-1 (Direct-level)

DA Form 2166-9-2 (Organizational-level)

DA Form 2166-9-3 (Strategic-level)

Q1-5. What format must enclosures to the DA Form 2166-9 Series be in?

A1-5. Enclosures must be in .pdf, .jpg, or .tiff format.

Q1-6. Will units still be able to mail hard copies to HRC for processing?

A1-6. In special circumstances, yes. Examples are foreign rating officials, ink signatures, etc. Hard copy evaluations including DA Form 1059s can be mailed to the HRC mailing address:

U.S. Army Human Resources Command Attn: AHRC-PDV-ER (for Hard Copy Evals) 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue, Dept #470 Fort Knox, KY 40122-5407

Note: HRC will return/reject reports with errors. For hard copy reports, HRC calculates the senior rater profile upon receipt. If an online evaluation (inside EES) profile is dependent on a hard copy profile indication, do not submit until the hard copy is accepted and examined. If not, the EES report will automatically misfire if submitted.

Q1-7. What form is used to assess SSG-1SG/MSG?

A1-7. DA Form 2166-9-2 (Organizational-level).

Q1-8. Where are ARNG NCOERs on the DA Form 2166-8 going to be processed after 1 January 2016?

A1-8. The State EPM.

Q1-9. Is there currently a plan/procedure in place for NG units to know when evaluations have been approved and uploaded to iPERMS? Or will this be a unit SOP?

A1-9. All reports processed in the Evaluation Entry System (EES) will be tracked in the Evaluation Reporting System (ERS). Users may go to ERS to track the status of submitted reports.

Q1-10. For the ARNG, from where are we going to get the last NCOER thru dates to process their NCOERs?

A1-10. TAPDB-G.

Q1-11. Will I still be competitive if I receive a "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" NCOER?

A1-11. Yes. Because the "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" box will be the norm, NCOs will remain competitive for promotion with "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" NCOERs given they complete their required professional military education.

Q1-12. Other than a "Complete the Record" evaluation, is there any other way to identify an evaluation to be processed for promotion boards?

A1-12. All personnel eligible for promotion are coded in the Single Evaluation Processing System (SEPS) with a Board Identification Code used for their specific promotion board. The Board ID Code is associated with the SSNs of the promotion-eligible personnel. This ensures that any evaluation (i.e. Complete the Record, Annual, Change of Rater, etc.) submitted for processing is identified and has priority (front-loaded) at HRC. Personnel are generally coded up after the release of the MILPER Message for their designated promotion board. This process applies for selection boards as well (i.e. OSB, SSC, CSL, etc.).

Q1-13. What happens to an evaluation at HRC when there is a disconnect between the rater and senior rater? For example, rater selects "FAR EXCEEDED STANDARD" and senior rater chooses "QUALIFIED."

A1-13. The new NCOER is designed to eliminate inconsistent ratings between raters and senior raters. This is why the rater will only assess performance and the senior rater will only assess potential.

Q1-14. Will there be a list released of most frequent errors?

A1-14. Yes. HRC will provide the most common NCOER Returned Trends just as they did with the OER. Back to Top

2. ADDENDUMS / COMMANDER'S INQUIRY / DEROGATORY INFORMATION

Q2-1. Can a rating official submit an addendum for an NCOER while the evaluation is being processed at HQDA?

A2-1. No. An addendum may be submitted for an NCOER previously processed that has posted to the rated NCO’s AMHRR.

Q2-2. Is there a time limitation on when an addendum can be submitted? (i.e., can it be submitted two years after an NCOER is processed?)

A2-2. There is no time limitation for the submission of an addendum.

Q2-3. What is the NLT date a commander’s or commandant’s inquiry can be requested once signed by the rated NCO?

A2-3. A request for a commander’s or commandant’s inquiry will occur no later than 60 days after the signature date of the rated NCO (or senior rater if the rated NCO’s signature is omitted).

Q2-4. When does the commander’s inquiry have to be completed? Does the investigation have to be completed/substantiated within the rating period?

A2-4. The results of the inquiry will be forwarded to HQDA not later than 120 days after the signature date of the senior rater (OER and NCOER) or authenticating official (AER-S). The commander’s inquiry does not have to be completed during the rating period. Requests for inquiry will occur no later than 60 days after the signature date of the rated Soldier (or Senior Rater, if the rated Soldier’s signature is omitted)

Q2-5. If an investigation was completed two years after the evaluation was processed at HRC, is there a time frame when derogatory information can be submitted?

A2-5. No. There is no timeline to submit an addendum. If all original members of the rating chain, for that specific NCOER, are not available, the current rater, senior rater, or someone outside the rating chain can direct a relief based on that proven derogatory information.

Q2-6. What happens if the derogatory information happens during or after the rating period and the report has been submitted?

A2-6. If the event took place during the rating period and the evaluation has not been posted on the rated NCO’s record, then that evaluation can be returned and information can be added, but if it is after that rating period, it can be included on the next evaluation.

Q2-7. If new derogatory SHARP information is found on a rated NCO, does an addendum have to be submitted or is it still optional?

A2-7. Raters must annotate any substantiated SHARP findings in an evaluation or submit an addendum if the evaluation would have resulted in a lower rating. AR 600-20 holds leaders accountable for ensuring this happens. The rating officials may also direct a Relief for Cause based on the findings from the previous rating period. Back to Top

3. COUNSELING

Q3-1. If the senior rater does not counsel the rated Soldier but then selects the Soldier as "NOT QUALIFIED," can the rated Soldier submit an appeal?

A3-1. The absence of counseling will not be used as the sole basis for an appeal. However, the lack of counseling may be used to help support other claims made in an appeal.

Q3-2. Currently, it is semi-annual for rater counseling of M-Day Soldiers. Will this convert to initial and quarterly as well?

A3-2. The current and draft policy states the following for M-Day Soldiers – "Rating officials give timely counseling to subordinates on professionalism and job performance and encourage self-improvement, when needed."

Q3-3. What are the counseling requirements (timeline) for the rater and senior rater of USAR TPU, DIMA, and drilling IRR Soldiers? The requirements are different because those Soldiers only meet periodically.

A3-3. For TPU, DIMA, and drilling IRR Soldiers the initial counseling session will be conducted at the first available drill (within 30 days whenever possible). Follow-up counseling for IRR Soldiers will be conducted when performing an active duty tour for more than 180 days or when attached for IDT for more than 180 days.

Q3-4. If the rater doesn't conduct counseling sessions, will the system allow rating officials to continue without entering dates in EES? Can a box be put in the system for the senior rater to select if there were no counseling sessions conducted and will it generate the statement automatically?

A3-4. EES will allow rating officials to complete an evaluation without the counseling dates. We can look into possibly adding that feature to generate a statement. In the meantime, when counseling dates are omitted, the Senior Rater will enter a statement in Part V, block b explaining why counseling was not conducted.

Q3-5. Is it mandatory for senior raters to counsel?

A3-5. Senior raters should counsel the rated NCO initially (within 30 days) and at the midpoint of the rating period. Back to Top

4. DELEGATES

Q4-1. If you are a delegate, can you see the evaluations under "Recent Evaluation Activity" (EES homepage)?

A4-1. Yes. You can see the last 10 evaluations in which you were given access by the rating official (i.e. initiator, delegate, rater, senior rater, etc.) You can select the "View All" hyperlink to view all evaluations that you have access to on the Active Evaluations page.

Q4-2. Can all 10 delegates edit and submit evaluations?

A4-2. If permissions are granted to each one, then yes. However, only two can be administrators who add/delete delegates on the rater/senior rater’s behalf, as well as view the rating official’s profile.

Q4-3. Why would a rater or senior rater want or need 10 delegates?

A4-3. There are many factors to include but not limited to – the size of the organization, the number of personnel the rating official is responsible for rating, PCS or Change of Duty for the rating official. When a rating official moves to a new duty station with pending evaluations, he/she must keep the delegates of his/her losing unit until the pending evaluations are processed. In addition, he/she may appoint new delegates at their new duty assignment as well.

Q4-4. How can S1s view evaluations if they are not appointed as delegates?

A4-4. Your unit S1/ADMIN Personnel can create your shells without being appointed as delegates- all they need to do is create the shells with the appropriate rating chain information – they will be able to "see" the forms all the way through the process if they do.

Q4-5. The rater’s rater and senior rater can view the rater’s tendency report in EES. Can the delegates of the rater and senior rater view the rater’s tendency?

A4-5. Yes. The rater’s rater and senior rater can view the rater’s tendency report through the support form in EES. The rating officials’ delegates may see the rater tendency report and senior rater profile in EES, if granted the permissions. The rater tendency label is separate and is for that specific rated NCO’s evaluation. The rater tendency label will be placed on the evaluation once processed at HQDA. The label will be visible to the rated NCO and HQDA Selection Boards once the report has been placed in the rated NCO’s AMHRR.

Q4-6. Are the delegates going to be able to view the rater tendency and senior rater profiles?

A4-6. Yes. As with the OER, rating officials must determine who they want to give this access to in EES. Back to Top

5. DODID/SSN

Q5-1. If the rated NCO’s or rating official’s DOD ID Number is not available, can the SSN be used?

Q5-2. How will the DOD ID Number tie into iPERMS because it ( iPERMS ) is currently set up by SSN?

A5-2. The DOD ID Number is linked to the SSN of the Soldier. Even though the DOD ID Number is displayed, the SSN will always remain in the "background" (within the system).

Q5-3. What if the rater or senior rater does not have a DOD ID Number or SSN, what happens? (i.e., Australian officers, etc.)

A5-3. A request is submitted to HRC for issue of an International Officer Rater Identification Number, which is used for Army evaluation reports. An alphanumeric identification will be assigned for the officer to use on the .pdf-fillable form. Back to Top

6. EES FUNCTIONALITY

Q6-1. What is EES and what will it do?

A6-1. EES is short for Evaluation Entry System. EES is a web-based tool used to complete and submit evaluations to HRC. EES consolidates APD FORMS lookup, Doctrine references, AKO MyForms submission, the form wizard, IWRS, profile calculators, etc. The benefits of EES include: an enhanced wizard to guide the rating chain and Human Resource professionals in preparing an evaluation, a multi-pane dashboard allows users to view data input and form simultaneously, a built-in tool to view and manage rater and senior rater profiles, provides quick reference to AR 623-3 and DA PAM 623-3, eliminates accessing multiple systems, and consolidates evaluation tools into one system.

Q6-2. There is news that Internet Explorer is going away. Will this system work with the new Windows internet (project Spartan), Google Chrome, and Fire Fox? How will spell check work with Google Chrome and Fire Fox?

A6-2. We are currently testing EES in Internet Explorer only. However, many users are using Google Chrome or Fire Fox to login and do their OERs. The developers will explore how the system works with project Spartan.

Q6-3. Will EES still track the status of the evaluation once it is initiated?

A6-3. Yes. The rating chain and the designated trusted agents (delegates) will be able to see where the report is located. The status for each evaluation is located when the "continue/view active evaluations" button is pressed. If the form is initiated by a third party like the S1 or G1 section, they can see the status as well. Their role is "INITIATOR."

Q6-4. When will the Evaluation Entry System (EES) time you out?

A6-4. EES will time out after 10 minutes of inactivity. Users will receive a 2-minute warning near the end of the 10 minutes before the system times-out.

Q6-5. Is there a spell check within EES? If not, will one be created?

A6-5. Spell check is part of the browser, not the system. When the Army moves to a higher browser version, it will be included.

Q6-6. How is the rater tendency label and senior rater profile label applied to the NCOER if the evaluation is hand-signed and mailed in?

A6-6. Hard copy evaluations are scanned into the Evaluation Entry System (EES) via KOFAX. KOFAX is a software application that automates the hard copy and enters the data from the hard copy evaluation into the Single Evaluation Processing System (SEPS). The hand-signatures from the hard copy evaluation will be affixed to an electronic version of the evaluation, in EES, in .pdf format. Once the evaluation is processed by HQDA, the labels are electronically applied.

Note: SEPS is the system that HRC uses to process evaluations, not EES.

Q6-7. Do counseling dates transfer from the Evaluation Support Form?

A6-7. Yes. The data in Parts I, II, and III will transfer to the appropriate grade plate form.

Q6-8. Will the system pull/auto-populate the rater and senior rater data?

A6-8. If the evaluation is generated from the support form, all rating official data will transfer.

Q6-9. Is there a capability within EES to check the status of the evaluation?

A6-9. On the landing page in EES, select the Continue/View Active NCOERs radio button, the hyper link will go to a page which will display the list of recently processed and pending evaluations (active evaluations). The status of the evaluation will be displayed.

Q6-10. Is the date the report is submitted in EES the same date of receipt to HRC?

A6-10. The date a report is "received" by HQDA is the date of receipt. Generally, the date received is the same date and time the report was submitted, granted there are no glitches which hold up the report.

Q6-11. When the enlisted advisor puts in comments on an evaluation in EES, does it send an email to the rater/senior rater?

A6-11. No. The comments box will be visible the next time that report is reviewed by the rating officials or delegates. The only email notification that is generated by EES is the email notification to the rating chain and rated Soldier when an evaluation is returned for correction.

Q6-12. Can raters and senior raters send messages back to the senior rater’s enlisted advisor through EES?

A6-12. Yes.

Q6-13. Is the PCS evaluation going to be an option again? The old NCOER did not allow it. It was called a Change of Rater.

A6-13. Not at this time.

Q6-14. Is the calendar in EES set to account for leap years?

A6-14. Yes. The system will account for leap years.

Q6-15. When will EES stop auto-populating AKO email addresses?

A6-15. EES began pulling email addresses from DMDC on 29 NOV 2017.

Q6-16. Currently sister services are unable to access EES without AKO access. Will this be resolved in January 2016? What about when AKO email goes away?

A6-16. Rating officials of sister services no longer require an Army sponsor. Because authentication is now done thru DMDC, all they need is a valid CAC.

Q6-17. Can EES be updated to show a preview of the entire NCOER?

A6-17. A preview of the entire NCOER can be found on the signature page or via the Print Draft button on each wizard page.

Q6-18. Will the system allow text to be copied and pasted from a word document?

A6-18. Yes. The user will need to ensure no text was truncated due to limited space.

Q6-19. Currently with OERs, the system will change the order of the text or change the spelling of words. Is this being fixed for the New NCOER?

A6-19. This happens mostly when you copy and paste from a word document. We have added code to allow copy and paste from Microsoft Products but it may not eliminate all instances of random characters. Suggest you copy from a word document into a notepad and copy and paste from the notepad in pure text format into the EES form.

Q6-20. Will ERS pull information by parent UIC or individual UIC only?

A6-20. ERS will pull data based on the UIC entered on the evaluation report. Back to Top

7. EVALUATION CONTENT

Q7-1. How many successive and broadening assignments must the senior rater provide?

A7-1. The senior rater must provide 2 Successive assignments and 1 Broadening assignment.

Q7-2. Which Army attribute discusses the adherence to Army Values?

A7-2. Character.

Q7-3. "Performs above the required Army standards and organizational goals of leader competencies and attributes" describes which rater overall performance assessment?

A7-3. "EXCEEDED STANDARD."

Q7-4. "Demonstrates strong potential for promotion with peers" describes which senior rater overall potential assessment?

A7-4. "HIGHLY QUALIFIED."

Q7-5. What are the four performance measure box checks for rater overall performance?

A7-5. "FAR EXCEEDED STANDARD" / "EXCEEDED STANDARD" – identifies the upper third of NCOs for each rank with further stratification of the upper third by use of the "FAR EXCEEDED STANDARD" box check; "MET STANDARD" – identifies NCOs who successfully achieved and maintained required Army and organizational standards; "DID NOT MEET STANDARD" – identifies NCOs who did not meet required Army and organizational standards.

Q7-6. What are the four potential box checks for senior rater overall potential?

A7-6. "MOST QUALIFIED" – identifies NCOs with strong potential for promotion in the secondary zone; ahead of peers. "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" – identifies NCOs with strong potential for promotion with peers. "QUALIFIED" – identifies NCOs who demonstrate potential to be successful at the next level; promote if able. "NOT QUALIFIED" – identifies NCOs who do not demonstrate potential for promotion; recommend separation.

Q7-7. How is the board going to know that the nonrated code "Z" means nonrated time due to the elimination of one of the rating officials? Is a comment made on the evaluation, if so, who makes comment?

A7-7. The members of the promotion board will not know the circumstances behind the "Z" code. Also, a comment cannot be made on the evaluation; however, the rated NCO can write a letter to the President of the Board explaining the nonrated time. See reference below.

AR 623-3, para 3-20d – No remarks about nonrated periods of time, or performance or incidents that occurred before or after the rating period, will be made on an evaluation report except—

(1) "Relief for Cause" evaluation reports based on information pertaining to a previous reporting period.

For example, a rating official may relieve a Soldier found to be involved in some illegal activity during a previous reporting period. Reference to the prior rating period may be warranted to explain the reasons for relief (see paras 3–54 and 3–55).

(2) When the most recent APFT performance or profile data occurred prior to the beginning date of the report, but within 12 months of the "THRU" date. This exception allows the rated Soldier to comply with APFT and body composition standards (see DA Pam 623–3).

(3) When a Soldier assigned to a WTU is assigned under a valid rating chain and receives an evaluation report with a nonrated code "G" (see para 3–34).

Q7-8. If a Soldier is assigned to one unit but attached to another, which UIC do you use?

A7-8. The UIC of the rating chain (attached unit) should be used. The DA Pamphlet instructions will state "Enter the Rated NCO’s unit identification code (UIC). Note: This code can be automatically populated by using the Wizard application within the electronic form within the Evaluation Entry System portal, if unknown. If it is incorrect, it can be manually corrected."

Q7-9. If a senior rater uses prohibited narrative comments that include those that mention the box check (i.e. "MOST QUALIFIED," "If my profile allowed, I would rate this NCO higher"), will HRC return the evaluation (to include evaluations for a promotion board) for correction?

A7-9. Yes. The evaluation will be returned for correction. In the event that the report is for a promotion board, and the SR does not make the necessary corrections in a timely manner, the prohibited comments will be blacked out and replaced with the statement "HQDA Corrected copy, prohibited comments used" and the report will be processed as such.

Q7-10. Will the senior rater be notified by HRC if prohibited narrative comments that mention the box check are greyed out?

A7-10. No. The senior rater will not be notified. If an evaluation is in "returned" status for a long time and the senior rater does not take action, HRC will remove the prohibited content. HRC will add "HQDA Corrected Copy" to the senior rater’s remarks and process the evaluation to the rated NCO’s AMHRR.

Q7-11. Once the rater selects the lock box, can the rater go back and unlock it to change the box check if the evaluation has not been submitted to HRC?

A7-11. Yes. The rater may unlock the rating provided the evaluation has not been submitted to HQDA.

Q7-12. If an officer is the rater or senior rater, will they use their AOC or their branch?

A7-12. For officer rating officials, enter the two-character basic branch abbreviation.

Q7-13. Which block check will trigger a QMP review?

A7-13. If a Soldier receives a "NOT QUALIFIED" assessment, then he/she may be subject to a QMP review.

Q7-14. Does "NOT QUALIFIED" have anything to do with not being MOS-qualified (MOS-Q)?

A7-14. No. If you render a "NOT QUALIFIED" on a Soldier who is not MOS-Q, it may hinder the Soldier’s career.

Q7-15. Will the NCOER be returned if the senior rater doesn’t provide 2 successive and 1 broadening assignment?

A7-15. Yes. The senior rater will identify two successive duty assignments and one broadening assignment for which the rated NCO is best suited, focusing 3 to 5 years out. An exception to this rule exists for NCOERs on which the rater indicates "DID NOT MEET STANDARD" either by box check or content within the Rater’s Overall Performance section and the senior rater indicates a rating of "NOT QUALIFIED." On these NCOERs only, no successive duty and broadening assignment are required (DA Pam 623–3).

Q7-16. If they haven’t met standard, are they still required to put bullet comments?

A7-16. Yes. At least one bullet will be entered for each attribute and competency.

Q7-17. Are you only allowed to use two-line text for each bullet?

A7-17. Raters can render either one- or two-line bullets for each attribute and competency. (Note: Only applies to the Direct- and Organizational-level reports. Strategic-level reports are written in narrative format.)

Q7-18. If a SGT report lists "Did Not Meet Standard" for one area - does that make the report "referred" or necessitate a below center of mass block check?

A7-18. The "referred" evaluation report provision does not apply to NCOERs nor does the below center mass block check.

Q7-19. Slides says "what you don't say is as damaging as what you do say" - what are the items that MUST be included in remarks...given that statement, the field needs to be provided a solid list of items that MUST be included such as promotion potential, schools, leadership, future positions, enumeration/ranking.

A7-19. "What you don't say is as damaging as what you do say" refers to the ability of rating officials to accurately and concisely render an assessment capturing major contributions during the rated period with narratives/bullets that complement the box checks. To ensure the rated NCO receives an accurate and fair assessment, the rater’s comments will focus on specific, quantifiable performance. The comments should clearly explain what the rated NCO did and how well he/she performed. Being concise and to the point is preferred and assists selection boards in quickly identifying a rated NCO’s key achievements and accomplishments.

Q7-20. If a rating official is serving as both, rater and senior rater, which blocks on the DA Form 2166-9 series are required to be completed?

A7-20. In cases when the rating official is serving as both, rater and senior rater, in accordance with AR 623-3, he or she will complete the following:

DA Form 2166-9-1: Part IV, blocks a through c; Part IV, block i.

DA Form 2166-9-2: Part IV, blocks a through c; Part IV, block j.

DA Form 2166-9-3: Part IV, blocks a through c; Part IV, block f.

Note: In Part IV, block i, j, or f respectively, comments will be used to cite the authority for the rating official to act as both rater and senior rater. Example of appropriate comments for Part IV, block i include "o serving as rater and senior rater in accordance with AR 623–3, paragraphs 2–19" (or para 2–20 as applicable) or "o serving as rater and senior rater in accordance with the CG, HRC exception to policy" when applicable.) The rater may add additional comments addressing the performance of the rated NCO within Part IV, blocks d through h (Direct- and Organizational-level) and Part IV, block d (Strategic-level), as these sections are optional for completion when serving as both, rater and senior rater. Promotion potential comments will be entered in Part V, block b. The senior rater will sign the DA Form 2166-9 series in both the rater's and senior rater's signature blocks.

Q7-21. If a "Relief for Cause" evaluation report is directed, what comments are mandatory on the DA Form 2166-9 series?

A7-21. The rating official directing the relief will clearly explain the reason for the relief. When the rater directs the relief, this information will be entered in the following location:

DA Form 2166–9–1: Part IV, block I

DA Form 2166–9–2: Part IV, block j

DA Form 2166–9–3: Part IV, block f

When the relieving official is the senior rater, the senior rater will clearly explain the reason for the relief in Part V, block b.

When the relief is directed by an official other than the rater or senior rater, the official directing the relief will describe the reasons for the relief in an enclosure (not to exceed one page) to the NCOER (see AR 623–3 for a sample memorandum of "Relief for Cause" directed by a non-rating official).

Regardless of who directs the relief, the rater will enter the comment, "The rated NCO has been notified of the reason for the relief." Back to Top

8. PROFILING

Q8-1. With a senior rater profile limited to 24%, when will a senior rater be able to render a second "MOST QUALIFIED" selection if they already utilized their "Silver bullet?" A third "MOST QUALIFIED?" A fourth "MOST QUALIFIED?"

A8-1. Because the senior rater profile is limited to 24%, a senior rater can render a "MOST QUALIFIED" assessment for a particular grade (E-6 through E-9) as follows:

Any one of the first four reports

The second "MOST QUALIFIED" assessment no earlier than the ninth report (2 / 9 = 22.2%)

The third "MOST QUALIFIED" assessment no earlier than the thirteenth report (3 / 13 = 23.1%)

The fourth "MOST QUALIFIED" assessment no earlier than the seventeenth report (4 / 17 = 23.5%)

Q8-2. Does the senior rater profile have to be 23.999% and less or will 24.999% be allowed?

A8-2. The senior rater profile cannot be greater than 24%, so 24.001% would exceed the profile limitation and result in a misfire.

Q8-3. In regard to the "Silver bullet" exception, does that still apply with the new senior rater profile limited to 24%?

A8-3. Yes. A senior rater will still be able to render a "MOST QUALIFIED" selection for any one of the first four reports rendered for a particular grade (E-6 through E-9). In the event a senior rater does not render a "MOST QUALIFIED" selection for any of the first four reports, then the "Silver bullet" exception would not be needed for the fifth report or later.

Q8-4. Will the rater tendency and/or senior rater profile follow the rating official when he/she leaves the service and becomes a DOD employee as well?

A8-4. Yes. The rating official’s profile is linked to the individual’s SSN or DOD ID Number and will follow him/her throughout their career no matter the component, even if there's a break in service, or if the rating official becomes a DA Civilian and meets the minimum grade requirement to be a senior rater.

Q8-5. What is pooling?

A8-5. Pooling, or elevating the rating chain beyond the senior rater’s ability to have adequate knowledge of each Soldier’s performance and potential, in order to provide an elevated assessment protection for a specific group, runs counter to the intent of the Evaluation Reporting System (ERS). Rating schemes based on pooling erode Soldiers’ confidence in the fairness of the ERS and in their leaders. Senior raters must evaluate and identify their best Soldiers based on performance and potential, regardless of the particular position they occupy.

Q8-6. With the senior rater profile limited to 24%, won’t this encourage pooling to ensure the best talent is identified?

A8-6. Both, the Chief of Staff of the Army and Sergeant Major of the Army, are adamant that leaders at every level establish and approve rating chains in accordance with AR 623-3. By doing so, commanders and key leaders ensure a fair and equitable system across the Army. Pooling is in violation of AR 623-3 and it erodes Soldiers’ confidence in the system and in their leaders. Not only can it affect good order and discipline within the unit, there is the potential for increased inspector general (IG) complaints and/or legal inquiries which may affect mission readiness.

Q8-7. If a SSG(P) was serving in an authorized SFC position, which rank would a rendered NCOER count towards when calculating the senior rater’s profile?

Q8-8. What is the highest percentage a senior rater can maintain for "MOST QUALIFIED" ratings per grade?

Q8-9. What is the difference between the "MOST QUALIFIED" and "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" box checks?

A8-9. The "MOST QUALIFIED" box check is limited to 24%.

Q8-10. What is an immature profile and a small population?

A8-10. An immature profile is when the senior rater has rendered five (5) or less reports for a particular grade. A small population is when the senior rater’s population is three (3) or less for a particular grade.

Q8-11. If you don’t have a large population, can you say in the write up that you don’t have the profile to give the Soldier a "MOST QUALIFIED" box check?

A8-11. No. The report will be returned and/or amended if it contains prohibited comments.

Q8-12. Can a senior rater be switched due to a small population? For example, if a senior rater has a small population (one Soldier), can that rated NCO be rated by another senior rater who has more than three Soldiers?

A8-12. No. The rater will be the immediate supervisor of the rated NCO and the senior rater will be the immediate supervisor of the rater. Changing the rated NCO’s designated senior rater (per regulatory guidelines) to another senior rater with a larger population would be considered "pooling," which is prohibited. Elevating the rating chain beyond the senior rater's ability to have adequate knowledge of each Soldier’s performance and potential, in order to provide an elevated assessment protection for a specific group, runs counter to the intent of the evaluation reporting system and erodes Soldiers’ confidence in its leaders.

Q8-13. Describe the senior rater misfire?

A8-13. A documented misfire occurs when the senior rater selects "MOST QUALIFIED" but the senior rater profile exceeds 24%.

Q8-14. What are the senior rater profile labeling rules?

A8-14. Rule #1 : If the senior rater checks the "HIGHLY QUALIFIED," "QUALIFIED," or "NOT QUALIFIED" box, then the report is always labeled as indicated on the form.

Rule #2 : If the senior rater checks the "MOST QUALIFIED" box and the senior rater’s use of "MOST QUALIFIED" is equal to or less than 24%, then the report is labeled "MOST QUALIFIED."

Rule #3 : "MISFIRE" – If the senior rater completes a .pdf-fillable NCOER and checks the "MOST QUALIFIED" box and the senior rater profile is greater than 24%, then the report is automatically downgraded and labeled "HIGHLY QUALIFIED" and the senior rater is charged with a "MOST QUALIFIED."

Q8-15. Senior rater submitted three evaluations ahead of the "MOST QUALIFIED" (to cover Rule #3 ), but the "MOST QUALIFIED" evaluation is going before a promotion board. How is this going to affect the senior rater profile if evaluations going before the board are priority?

A8-15. There is no negative effect to the senior rater’s profile since the profile calculation takes place the moment the senior rater submits the completed evaluation to HQDA. Evaluation sequence is based on the (digital date stamp) at the time of submission regardless of type or purpose of the evaluation.

Q8-16. When does the senior rater profile update in order to get the profile warning in EES? Is it when the rated NCO or senior rater signs the evaluation or when the evaluation is submitted to HQDA?

A8-16. The senior rater profile is calculated and updated at the time evaluations are "received" by HRC. The senior rater will get the profile warning in EES if the attempted box check would result in a misfire (senior rater profile exceeds 24%) when the profile is recalculated on submission of the report.

Q8-17. Is there still availability for profile managers to send a by-name reconciliation report to HRC to ensure the numbers on the senior rater profile match the evaluations they are tracking have been submitted?

A8-17. HRC will send the senior rater a copy of their profile upon written (email) request from the senior rater.

Q8-18. If the senior rater’s rater is a DA CIV and is not managing profile correctly (several misfires), will a HQDA memo be generated for them as well for "failure to manage profile" and if so, where will it be sent?

A8-18. When a senior rater fails to manage their profile properly, a notification letter indicating noncompliance may be submitted to the senior rater’s chain of command. This occurs regardless of status or organization.

Q8-19. What section of iPERMS will the misfire memo be filed in and will it be viewable to HR managers?

A8-19. Disciplinary memos are sent to that senior rater’s chain of command for documented misfires. Disciplinary memos for misfires are not filed in iPERMS; however, timeliness reports are filed in the performance section of the senior rater’s AMHRR.

Q8-20. How many misfires can occur before a memo is placed in the senior rater’s AMHRR?

A8-20. Disciplinary memos for misfires are not filed in AMHRR; however, timeliness reports are filed in the performance section of the senior rater’s AMHRR. Disciplinary memos are sent to that senior rater’s chain of command for documented misfires.

Q8-21. Can the senior rater profile report be updated to track the number of misfires?

A8-21. The complete senior rater profile (DASH 2), which can be found on ERS, will contain the documented misfires.

Q8-22. How many misfires can be received before the disciplinary memo is sent to the chain of command?

A8-22. One. If it’s due to the fault of the rating official and not the system.

Q8-23. For military technicians with dual status, are their profiles combined?

A8-23. Yes. All personnel, regardless of status or component, will maintain a profile for each grade they render reports for.

Q8-24. How long does the profile exist?

A8-24. The profile is maintained indefinitely.

Q8-25. If an evaluation is mailed to HRC and downgraded, is that based on date received?

A8-25. It is based on the rating official's profile at the time the mailed-in evaluation is received at HRC. Back to Top

9. RATER TENDENCY

Q9-1. What is the rater tendency report?

A9-1. The rater tendency report tracks the rater’s rating history for each rank the rater assesses (SSG through CSM/SGM). Note: The rater tendency label is specific to the grade of the rated NCO and the NCOER being rendered.

Q9-2. The rater tendency applies to which component and grade plate NCOERs?

A9-2. The rater tendency applies to all components (Regular Army, Reserve, National Guard) and is maintained for all raters on the organizational- and strategic-level reports (SSG through CSM/SGM).

Q9-3. Is the rater tendency constrained?

A9-3. No. The rater tendency is unconstrained (i.e., no limitation).

Q9-4. How/where exactly does a rater or senior rater go to see one of their subordinate rater's rater tendency in EES? (e.g., A company commander wants to see the rater tendency of his platoon leaders to use in counseling.)

A9-4. The rater’s tendency will be available for the rating officials in EES through the support form.

Q9-5. Is the rater tendency report already templated to show the grades of NCOs, or will a grade only show up in the report once you have rendered a report for that grade?

A9-5. Grades will only show once a rating official has rendered a report for that grade.

Q9-6. Does the rater tendency label get placed on the report at HRC, and who can view it?

A9-6. Yes. The rater tendency label is placed on the completed evaluation at HRC. The rated NCO can see it once the report has posted into iPERMS, and their rating officials can view this tendency label in EES. It will also be viewable to DA Centralized Selection Boards.

Q9-7. Will there be an example of what a good rater tendency should look like?

A9-7. As of right now, the rater tendency is unconstrained. Based on Army guidance to identify the best talent and the performance measures descriptions, the rater is responsible for managing a credible rater tendency that reflects honest and accurate assessments of those they rate.

Q9-8. If we are trying to eliminate inflation, why are we not making the rater tendency constrained when they are assessing performance?

A9-8. The Army promotes on potential. In the future, Army leadership may elect to implement a rater profile similar to the one incorporated for the OER in April 2014.

Q9-9. When does the rater tendency get locked in?

A9-9. Once the rater signs the report, the rater tendency is locked in.

Q9-10. If the rater tendency label is unconstrained and there is no mechanism in place to enforce dispersion of ratings, how will this possibly yield effective rater tendency? Is there a specific effect that will result from a rater having a tendency to rate all personnel high? If so what exactly is it?

A9-10. The rater tendency emphasizes the rater’s role and responsibility to provide credible information (i.e., honest and accurate assessments) to HQDA. The rater tendency report will be authorized for placement (first page summary) in the rater’s Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) and may be updated annually or as necessary. There is a feature within the Evaluation Entry System (EES) which allows the rater’s rater and senior rater to view the rater’s rater tendency report. This will allow the rater’s rating chain to provide oversight and guidance to ensure the rater is managing his/her rater tendency in accordance with Army guidance.

Q9-11. Can the senior rater see the rater’s tendency as they provide their senior rater input? If not, how are they expected to mentor raters on their rater tendency responsibilities?

A9-11. There is a feature within the Evaluation Entry System (EES) which allows the rater’s rater and senior rater to view the rater’s rater tendency report. This will allow the rater’s rating chain to provide oversight and guidance to ensure the rater is managing his/her rater tendency in accordance with Army guidance. Back to Top

10. RATING OFFICIALS / ELIGIBILITY

Q10-1. What is the primary role of a rater?

A10-1. The rater’s role is to assess the rated NCO’s day-to-day performance and conduct counseling.

Q10-2. What is the primary role of a senior rater?

A10-2. The senior rater’s role is to assess the rated NCO’s potential and provide guidance and mentorship.

Q10-3. What is the primary role of a supplementary reviewer?

A10-3. The supplementary reviewer’s role is to monitor evaluation practices and provide assistance and advice needed to rating officials (as required) on matters pertaining to Army evaluations. The supplementary reviewer will be identified on the published rating scheme at the beginning of the evaluation period by the commander establishing the rating chain.

Q10-4. Who establishes and approves rating chains?

A10-4. The commanders, commandants, and organization leaders will establish rating chains and publish rating schemes within their units or organizations in accordance with locally-developed procedures and regulations. Rating schemes for two-star level commands (or equivalent organizations) and below will be approved by the next higher commander, commandant, or organizational leader.

Q10-5. Are raters allowed to assess performance and potential?

A10-5. No. Raters may assess performance only.

Q10-6. What is the minimum calendar day requirement for senior raters of USAR TPU, DIMA, and drilling IRR Soldiers and ARNG Soldiers?

A10-6. 90 days.

Q10-7. What are the rater and senior rater requirements for personnel serving on an ADOS / COADOS tour?

A10-7. AR 623-3, para 3-39d (current regulation and 3-39c new regulation) – "During periods of mobilization (for example, mobilized, temporary change of station (TCS), active duty for operational support-Reserve Component (ADOS–RC), ADOS, or contingency operations-active duty for operational support (CO–ADOS)) USAR and ARNG Soldiers will follow Regular Army rules for evaluation reports. When an entire unit is mobilized, and rating officials remain intact, an evaluation report is not required at the time of mobilization, unless otherwise required under this chapter (for example, "Change of Rater" or "Change of Duty"). Individual Soldiers who are mobilized will receive an evaluation report (for example, "Annual," "Change of Rater," or "Change of Duty") in accordance with the provisions of this chapter if minimum rater qualifications are met. See appendixes G and H for USAR and ARNG specific evaluation reporting requirements." This information is in the current and draft regulation.

Q10-8. Can a British captain serve as a rater for NCOs of all ranks?

A10-8. Yes. Service members of allied armed forces may serve as raters for all NCOs. They may not serve as senior raters.

Q10-9. Can a senior rater’s rater serve as both rater and senior rater for an NCO, if both rating officials (rater and senior rater) get relieved?

A10-9. Yes. On a case-by-case basis and as an exception to policy, HQDA can approve the senior rater’s rater to serve as both rater and senior rater on the rated NCO’s NCOER. In order for this individual to evaluate the rated NCO as the senior rater, he or she must be a member of the U.S. Armed Forces or employee of DOD, be of the appropriate rank or grade to senior rate, and have adequate knowledge of the rated NCO’s performance and potential to qualify them to render an evaluation in place of the removed senior rater. Minimum senior rater time qualifications for this individual are not required.

Q10-10. Can a general officer rate and senior rate an NCO?

A10-10. On NCOERs, a rater may act as both the rater and senior rater when the rater is a general officer or a civilian employee with SES rank and precedence. A promotable COL working in a BG position may also serve as both the rater and senior Rater.

Q10-11. Will the system give error messages when someone is not eligible for rater, senior rater, and supplementary reviewer positions (if they don’t meet the minimum rank requirements)?

A10-11. Yes. An error message will appear when the user attempts to advance to the next screen within EES.

Q10-12. If a report is complete and signed by the rating officials and Soldier, then a rating official dies before the evaluation is submitted, can the report still be submitted for processing? What if the report is returned for corrections and one of the rating officials are unavailable for signatures?

A10-12. AR 623-3, para 2-19. When a rating official is officially relieved or determined to be incapacitated, he or she will not be permitted to evaluate his or her subordinates. This restriction will apply to evaluation reports with "THRU" dates prior to the relief or incapacitation of the rating official that have not yet completed processing to the rated Soldier’s AMHRR. Note: Incapacitation includes death. An evaluation is not official until it is placed in the rated Soldier’s AMHRR. If an evaluation is submitted after a rating official’s death, the report cannot be corrected. If a report is returned and a rating official is unavailable due to retirement, PCS, or ETS, the senior rater or rater and/or delegate (whoever is present) must contact that rating official to correct that evaluation. If the rating official still has CAC access, they would simply make the correction in EES. If the rating official does not have CAC access, the evaluation will be generated on a PDF-fillable with corrections, hand-signed. Back to Top

11. SIGNATURES

Q11-1. What is the rated NCO’s signature verifying?

A11-1. The rated NCO’s signature will verify the accuracy of administrative data in Part I, the rating officials and counseling dates in Part II, the duty description in Part III, and the APFT and HT/WT entries in Part IV.

Q11-2. Can the rating officials sign out of sequence?

A11-2. No. Proper sequencing of evaluation report authentication provides credibility in the evaluation process.

Q11-3. If the rating officials sign out of sequence will the evaluation be returned?

A11-3. Yes. HRC will return evaluations submitted with signature dates out of sequence. This error is one of the most common returned trends for OERs.

Q11-4. What is the signature order for the NCOER? Is it rater, senior rater, supplementary reviewer, and then rated NCO or is it rated NCO then supplementary reviewer?

A11-4. The order for signatures is as follows – rater, senior rater, rated NCO, then supplementary reviewer (as applicable). Supplementary reviews are conducted after rating officials and the rated Soldier have signed the completed evaluation. Back to Top

12 . SUPPLEMENTARY REVIEW

Q12-1. What is the primary role of a supplementary reviewer?

A11-1. The supplementary reviewer’s role is to monitor evaluation practices and provide assistance and advice needed to rating officials (as required) on matters pertaining to Army evaluations. The supplementary reviewer will be identified on the published rating scheme at the beginning of the evaluation period by the commander establishing the rating chain.

Q12-2. Is there an update to the supplementary review requirement?

A11-2. Yes. In most instances, the senior rater will conduct the final rating chain review of the NCOER. Some cases exist when a supplementary review may be required. These include:

When the senior rater is in the rank of 2LT-1LT, WO1-CW2, or SFC-1SG/MSG. The supplementary reviewer will be senior to the senior rater and a uniformed Army-designated rating official in the rank of CSM/SGM, CW3-CW5, or CPT and above.

The second instance in which a supplementary reviewer is required is when no uniformed Army-designated rating official in the rank of CSM/SGM, CW3-CW5, or CPT and above exists in the rating chain for the rated NCO.

The third instance is for "Relief for Cause" evaluations, when the senior rater or someone outside the rating chain directs the relief.

Q12-3. What if there is no one in the unit that qualifies to be a supplementary reviewer?

A11-3. The unit will request a HQDA-review.

Q12-4. When you have a CW3 as the rater and a 1LT as the senior rater, do you require a supplementary reviewer?

A11-4. No. Because there is a uniformed Army-designated rating official in the rank of CW3 in the rating chain, a supplementary reviewer is not required.

Q12-5. Is a supplementary reviewer required if the rater of a SSG is an Army MSG and the senior rater is an Air Force CPT?

A11-5. A supplementary reviewer is required because there are no uniformed Army-designated rating officials in the rank of CSM/SGM, CW3-CW5, or CPT and above in the rating chain for the rated NCO.

Q12-6. Supplementary Reviewer: Can a 1LT(P), serving in a CPT (O-3) position, serve as a Supplementary Reviewer?

A11-6. No. The supplementary reviewer will be senior to the senior rater and a uniformed Army-designated rating official in the rank of CSM/SGM, CW3-CW5, or CPT and above.

Q12-7. If the rater is an Army CPT and the senior rater is a Navy CPT (O-6) will a supplementary review be required? The reason I ask is because the guidance states if no Army CPT is in the rating chain (in this case there is) will HRC kick the form back?

A11-7. No. A supplementary reviewer is not required because there is an Army officer in the rank of CPT in the rating chain.

Q12-8. If an Army CPT is the rater and a DA CIV GS-9 is the senior rater, is a supplementary reviewer required?

A11-8. No; however, the senior rater in this scenario does not meet the minimum grade requirement to rate a CPT.

Q12-9. If a DA CIV is the rater and an SES is the senior rater, is a supplementary reviewer required?

A11-9. Yes. A supplementary reviewer is required when no uniformed Army-designated rating official in the rank of CSM/SGM, CW3-CW5, or CPT and above exists in the rating chain for the rated NCO.

Q12-10. If a U.S. general officer is the senior rater and the report is a Relief for Cause, can he/she serve as a supplementary reviewer if he/she was not the one who directed the relief?

A11-10. If the rater directed the relief, then a supplementary review is not required. If the senior rater or someone outside the rating chain directed the relief, a supplementary review is required by the first uniformed Army officer above the relieving official. Back to Top

13. SUPPORT FORM

Q13-1. How long will the support form remain in the EES? (Does it disappear at 90 days after the NCOER is processed and iPERM'd?)

A13-1. The support form will be remain in EES indefinitely. A request has been submitted to allow the rating chain to archive a support form, so that it is no longer listed on the active support form page. Remember that you can save these reports as a .pdf file if you need to do so.

Q13-2. Does the support form have to be signed in order just like the NCOER?

A13-2. No. The support form slightly changes the order of the signatures due to the senior rater counseling sessions. Sequential order for signatures on the NCOER remain the same.

Q13-3. How many lines of text are allowed for goals and expectations on the support form?

A13-3. 16 lines of text (including spaces) are allowed in Part IV.

Q13-3. On the support form, are the bullet comments in lower or capital text?

A13-4. The bullets will be in lower case on the support form. Start your bullet with a lower case o, two space then your bullet comment.

Q13-5. If there is a change to the rating chain (e.g., SR or reviewer departs) or the rated NCO is promoted to SSG, will the support form allow changes to then manifest themselves on the EES-generated evaluation or will the chain need to create a new NCOER?

A13-5. If a rated NCO is promoted during the rating period, and an NCOER has not been generated, the rank may be corrected on the support form and when the NCOER is generated from the support form, it will reflect the correct rank. If an NCOER is pending and does not reflect the correct rank, a new NCOER must be generated on the proper form. Back to Top

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• AKO E-Mail Requirement
• Gaps between rating periods
• Counseling & APFT Failure

APFT Scores

Pass, fail, or profile.

• APFT Failure before Profile
• Correcting Submitted Report

90-Day Rating Requirement

• Format For Report Code
• Achievements at NCOES
• Capitalizing Names
• NCO's or NCOs

Rater Unavailable?

Visually centering bullets.

• Changes w/o Rater Approval
• Duty MOS vs. PMOS
• The Appeals Process
• Keeping Previous NCOERs

Guidance for Senior Raters

Civilians rating ncos, report consistency, documenting misconduct.

• Permanent Profiles & MMRB

Rating Chain Validity

• Complete the Record
• Relief for Cause
• Date Formats
• Promotable, Nonpromotable
• Spaces after bullet
• Bullet Comment vs. Sentence
• CSM rating Senior SGM

Dating the NCOER

Nine-character mos format.

• Review Time Limitations

APFT Excellence

• Within Body Fat Standards
• Success for Overweight?
• Best Bullets

Requirement to enter AKO E-Mail

Q: Does the recent requirement to enter the AKO e-mail address apply only to reports on active Army personnel?

A: YES. Reports for USAR/AGR and NG personnel are not processed at EREC so the requirement to enter the AKO e-mail addresses do not apply to those reports

Q: What should I do if Part IIId is filled with special emphasis data and there is no room for the e-mail addresses?

A: In light of the new requirement to add the e-mail addresses on the 3d line of Part IIId, raters need to know and understand that they have two lines available to enter areas of special emphasis. The rater should choose which areas are the most important that will fit on the two lines. The 3d line is specifically reserved for e-mail addresses.

Q: The example in MILPER Message 02-114 shows a unit e-mail address for an active duty officer (the senior rater). Does this mean that there is an option?

A: NO!! The example in the MILPER Message was shown for format purposes in those instances when a AKO e-mail address is simply not available and the rating official must use a unit e-mail address or even a personal e-mail address. It is only an option when an AKO e-mail address is not available. Also, the example shows the entire e-mail address when the unit or personal e-mail is used. For AKO Addresses you do NOT enter the last portion of the e-mail address (after the @ sign) but for all other e-mail addresses you do.

Gaps between Rating Periods

Q: Looking at the regulation for AERs, there is no specific information about how much of a gap can be between the last evaluation for NCOs and the beginning of the report (AER). For officers, every day has to be accounted for, for NCOs there is no specific information about it. Can you give me some type of guidance on this matter.

A: There can be NO GAP between rating periods. Every month must be accounted for. The AER covers the actual period of the course attended. However, the NCO's next evaluation must cover any additional time. For example, an NCO's last NCO-ER had an end month of Apr 01. He went to ANCOC beginning in June and the course ran from 6 Jun to 5 September. He will get an AER for the ANCOC period (exact dates of the course). He goes on leave (en route to his next duty station) from 6 Sep to 2 Oct. He signs in to his new unit on 3 Oct 01. His next NCO-ER will have a BEGIN date of May 01 (2001 05) and go through Apr 02 (2002 04). It will reflect one month of nonrated time for lack of rater qualification (May 01); three months of nonrated time for school - covered by AER (Jun-Aug); and one month of nonrated time for intransit (Sep 01). He will have a total of 7 rated months on that report but the period covered is 12 (all inclusive).

Q: I have a NCO that recently arrived in the unit. Her last NCO-ER was March 2000. Since that time she has been in the hospital, in school, on recruiting duty, then released due to medical reasons, and now here in our unit. Since she has not had a report in two years, am I responsible for completing a report and covering all of that time?

A: YES. You, as the current rater, would complete a ANNUAL report as soon as the NCO has 90 rated days under your supervision. The report would cover the period from 2000 04 THRU 2002 03. The rated months would be '3' and the non-rated codes would be S, R, Q, P, I. This would then get the NCO's record up-to-date with no gaps in the reporting periods.

Counseling NOT required for APFT "Needs Improvement"

Q: I have a NCO that arrived in the unit less than six months ago and he failed the APFT three months later. Now he is getting a Change of Rater NCO-ER and the rater annotated the failure on the report and gave a 'needs improvement' rating. However, the rated NCO states that since the rater never counseled him on the APFT failure, he can not render a 'needs improvement' rating. Is this true?

A: This is absolutely NOT true. Passing the APFT is an Army-wide requirement and failure to do so means the NCO has failed to meet a basic military standard. While there may sometimes be contributing factors and mitigating circumstances, the absence of counseling is most definitely not one of them. There is no NCO in the Army that can say he/she is not aware of the requirement to pass the APFT. Therefore, whether the NCO was counseled on the failure or not, it is still a failure to meet standards and therefore the rater may opt to render a 'needs improvement' rating on the NCO-ER.

Q: I am somewhat confused with the new change regarding the use of the numerical score. It is no longer required to use the score but to say that the soldier 'received the physical fitness badge'. If the soldier continuously scores 300 and above, could we still use the score if we choose to? It wouldn't seem right to say that the soldier received the physical fitness badge every year if you are only issued the badge once. Please advise.

A: It is acceptable to use the score but it is not required.

Q: Please provide the definition of PASS, FAIL, and PROFILE IAW AR 623-205, 6-14, Part IVc, APFT entry. Here's the issue: I have soldiers who are getting profiles to avoid road marches, company runs and any unit activity that is not oriented towards the APFT. Such profiles, temporary and permanent, are having a negative effect on readiness and unit Esprit de Corps. Is the block APFT marked 'PASS' or 'PROFILE'? The soldier has achieved a 'GO' not a score. I have one soldier that has a permanent profile which says 'run at own pace and distance'. This soldier is able to take a regular APFT and receive a score. Is the block APFT marked 'PASS' or 'PROFILE'? The soldier has a 'GO' yet not met the overall objective of the Army Physical Fitness Program.

A: The purpose of the NCO-ER is not to make an issue on one specific area over another. Sometimes rating officials have certain biases and prejudices towards soldiers with profiles. The system is designed to ensure fairness across the board to soldiers who have legitimate physical problems but still perform/meet minimum basic standards. When an NCO takes the APFT and passes, then PASS is indicated on the NCO-ER. If the NCO has a profile that does not hinder taking the APFT then it is not an issue for the NCO-ER in that section. If the command has an issue with the soldier's overall fitness and ability to perform in the unit, then that is more appropriately resolved through the MMRB/MEB/PEB process. It is not something to play out on the NCO-ER. Too often rating officials use the NCO-ER as a punishment tool when an NCO can not run 5 or 10 miles on the company/battalion runs. The APFT is the required standard. That also applies to soldiers who take alternate events (such as 2-1/2 mile walk, bike, or swim). The appropriate entry on the NCO-ER is PASS, not 'GO'. If the command is concerned about the validity of the profile issued, I recommend contacting the medical authorities for follow-up and clarification.

Failure to Meet APFT Standards before receiving Profile

Q: A NCO took an APFT in Jan 01 and failed. Before the 90 day window was up for the retest, the soldier received a profile (Apr 01) preventing the retest. The recovery period for the profile extended beyond the end date of end of the NCO-ER. Should the entry in Part IVc be 'FAIL' with comment that says something to the effect Soldier unable to retake failed APFT due to profile or should it read 'PROFILE?'

A: Unfortunately for the NCO, you must report 'FAIL' since that is the latest report he has on file and it was within the past 12 months. However, you should also indicate in the remarks that he was unable to take the retest due to temporary profile. The entry would be something like this:

FAIL 0101 HT/WT Yes (or NO)

o soldier failed the 2-mile run event on the APFT; did not retest yet due to temporary profile

(you must indicate what event(s) he failed)

Correcting Administrative Data on a Submitted Report

Q: Last month one of my NCOs reviewed his OMPF and noticed that a previously submitted NCO-ER had his SSN and DOR incorrect. The NCO did sign the report and it is now on his file. How can this be corrected?

A: The rated NCO's signature on the NCO-ER indicates that he reviewed and verified the administrative data on the NCO-ER, to include all information in Part I of the report, the counseling dates, the height/weight/APFT data, and certify that all of that information is correct/accurate. Failing to notice an incorrect SSN and DOR on the report means the NCO did not thoroughly review the report as his signature indicates. Nevertheless, there are procedures in place to correct the discrepancy but the NCO must submit an administrative appeal. The procedures for doing so are outlined in AR 623-205. Additional guidance/assistance may be obtained at the local S1/PSB and/or by contacting EREC personnel. The EREC POC is: Ms. Wanda Willis at DSN: 699-3684.

Q: I have a NCO that reported to the unit on 6 May 01. Due to some internal problems/issues, the NCO was moved to another section effective 30 Jul 01 and a change of rater report initiated. The NCO now states that the report was illegal because the rater did not have 90 rated days to render the report. Computing from May to July is three months so the report was submitted and processed. Please advise.

A: The rated NCO is correct. 90 rated days is the minimum standard for a rater to render a change-of-rater report (except in a designated short-tour area). From 6 May through 30 July, both dates inclusive, it is only 86 days. Therefore the 90 day minimum was not met and the report should not have been rendered. The time should have been reflected as non-rated time on the NCO's next NCO-ER with a non-rated code of 'Q'. Since the NCO-ER is already on file at EREC, an appeal must be submitted in order to have it removed.

Q: The minimal amount of time for a report to be rendered is 90 days, unless of course they are deployed. Now the real question is whether that's 90 'rated' days or just 90 days under the rater. I remember a message about this but could not remember if it was rated days or just 90 days.

A: It is 90 rated days.

Proper Format for Report Code

Q: What is the proper way to enter the report code on the NCO-ER? For example, if it's an ANNUAL report, is it '02' or just '2'?

A: The report codes are all single digit. Therefore for an ANNUAL report, the code 2 should be entered.

NCO achievements while attending NCOES

Q: Can events/actions/accomplishments during ANCOC (or any other school) be used on the NCO-ER?

A: The period of school attendance is non-rated on the NCO-ER and events/actions during non-rated periods are not covered on the NCO-ER. Further, if a AER was issued, then the information is contained on the AER.

Capitalizing names on the NCOER

Q: The regulation states that the rated NCO's name will be entered in ALL CAPS in Part I of the NCO-ER. Does this also apply to the rating officials in Part II? Also, can you clarify the use of capitalization in the bullet comments?

A: As you stated in your question, the regulation states the rated NCO's name in Part Ia will be entered in ALL CAPS. There is no other requirement to enter names in all caps on the NCO-ER. Therefore, the names of the rating officials may be entered in Upper/Lower case or ALL CAPS. It does not matter as long as they are consistent in all three blocks (IIa, b and d). As for the bullet comments, CAPS will not be used at the beginning of the bullet. As stated in AR 623-205, bullet comments are not sentences and therefore should not be capitalized. Some rating officials search for loopholes and play on words by stating that the regulation says 'should not' instead of 'will not'. Again, I encourage all rating officials to act responsibility and comply with the regulatory guidance without trying to find ways around it.

NCO's or NCOs?--Possessive vs. Plural

Q: What is the proper way to enter the plural version of common abbreviations such as NCO, NCO-ER? Should it be NCO's or NCOs?

A: The correct way is NCOs and NCO-ERs. When you used the apostrophe, you are indicating the possessive tense. For example: the NCO's first name is Ralph. When you are talking numbers, there should be no apostrophe but a small 's' following the abbreviation. For example: there are six NCOs in this section.

Q: If one or more of the rating officials have either left the unit and/or deployed and are not available to personally sign the NCO-ER, is it acceptable to enter the statement: 'rater unavailable for signature'?

A: Absolutely not. While there is no requirement for the rated NCO to sign the report for it to be processed, all of the rating officials must sign in order for the report to be valid and accepted for processing. If a rating official left without signing a report, the unit must make every effort to reach the individual and forward the report for signature. Without the signature of the rating officials there is no other way to verify the validity of the report.

Q: Is there a prohibition on visually centering bullet comments in part IV of the NCOER? For example, I wish to place just one bullet in part IVc. Instead of writing the bullet at the top of the box just under the APFT data, I would like to skip a few spaces and center the bullet in the box. Please advise.

A: Although the regulation does not specifically 'prohibit' visually centering the bullet comment, it is preferable to start all bullet comments in the same location - at the top of the designated block. This provides consistency throughout the report. It does not matter if there is only one bullet comment in the block, placing it at the top is still the desired location.

Administrative Changes without Rater Approval

Q: I received an NCO-ER that was processed through the PSB and later returned to the unit for changes (inconsistencies). I was not notified that changes were made on the report until I went to check my records and was informed that the S-1 NCO had made changes to the NCO-ER and resubmitted it without informing me of the changes. The change that was made involved whiting out the square 'among the best' that the rater had marked originally and marking the square 'fully capable'. The original NCOER was completed on a computer and had a distinctive X mark. The altered version that was sent the second time clearly has a typewriter X (the X's do not match).Is this legal?

A: This is certainly NOT the way NCO-ER processing should be done. Personnel folks in the S-1 or at the PSB are NOT authorized to alter reports. If the rater or senior rater elects to change something in his/her portion of the report, he/she must do that on their own. Also, the rated soldier should be notified when there is such a change. You should contact the rater on the report and find out if he/she authorized a change. If so, then there is not much you can do about it because the only problem here is that the rater didn't tell you about it. However, if the rater did NOT authorize the change, then you need to get that in writing - a statement signed by the rater plus a copy of the original report that was signed before the change. That then can be used as a case against the individual that changed it as well as for you to submit a appeal. It is a rather small correction and with a statement from the rater and a copy of the original report, you may be able to get this corrected quickly. However, you need to contact the appeals folks at EREC to be certain.

Duty MOS vs. Primary MOS

Q: I have a question about the Duty MOS - is it the MOS that the soldier holds or is it the MOS that the position is slotted in?

A: The duty MOS is the MOS that the individual is actually working in - not the one that he/she is slotted in on the MTOE/TDA. Sometimes the position on the books is just to have the individual slotted someplace. The duty MOS and duty description that is placed on the NCO-ER should be the one that the NCO is actually working on a daily basis, regardless of what the PMOS is or the position on the books.

Q: In reference to Part IIIb. - DUTY MOSC, the regulation states to enter the duty MOSC with at least five, but no more than nine characters. My question is this? What is the Duty MOSC? Is it the actual MOS held by the NCO, or is it the MOS that relates to the duty position title? For example, a NCO with a PMOS of 68H3OX1 (aircraft pneudrualics repairer) is working as the BN retention NCO, then Part III Principle Duty Title would be Battalion Retention NCO, but what would the DMOSC be, 68H or 79S? If it parallels duty MOS, what do you do for someone like the training NCO, something every unit has, but there is no complimentary MOS?

A: The Duty MOSC is the MOS for the actual duty/title that the NCO is performing, irregardless of what the NCO's PMOS is. For a soldier who is performing duty as a Retention NCO, the duty MOS would be 79S4O (if he is a SFC). The PMOS is at the top of the NCO-ER in the Administrative Data area (Part I). Sometimes it is the same as the duty MOS but in many cases it is not. There are a number of soldiers who work outside of their PMOS.

The NCOER Appeals Process

Q: I have an active duty SFC that received a bad NCO-ER back in 9404 while stationed in Germany. I know the appeal process according to the regulation is within 5 years and the NCO did submit a appeal back in 1995. However, the appeal was denied. QMP notification happened next and the NCO appealed that and it was approved. The NCO then tried going through the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to get the NCO-ER removed and that was denied. Is there any other recourse we can take? This is an outstanding NCO and all of the other NCO-ERs on the NCO's record are great. I am just trying to figure out how I can help this soldier make MSG. Having read the entire packet and the circumstances regarding the one bad NCO-ER, I am more than convinced that the NCO got hosed, for a lack of a better term.

A: Unfortunately, the NCO has no other recourse at this point. The appeals process contains provisions to resubmit the appeal if it was initially denied due to lack of sufficient evidence/documentation to support her claims of injustice. There is no evidence that the NCO did this, but obviously chose to go directly to the ABCMR - which is the final step in the appeals process. They are usually more lenient but once the ABCMR denies the appeal, there is no other recourse. The other issue is time. The statute of limitations has expired so they wouldn't even consider another appeal at this point anyway. I spoke to EREC about this also and they cited a recent example where another NCO submitted an appeal after the statute of limitations and it was returned without action. That NCO then submitted a congressional asking for an exception to policy but that, too, was denied because there was no sufficient justification (prolonged hospitalization or deployment that prevented timely submission). 5 years is a long time so after that point, it's almost impossible to get a successful appeal. Based on additional information in your inquiry, it appears that the NCO may have come up short in putting the appeal together and maybe that contributed to the two denials. The good part is that the QMP appeal was approved. It is possible to overcome ONE bad NCO-ER and still get promoted - particularly if it was that long ago.

Maintaining a Copy of a Previous NCOER

Q: As a rule of thumb, I like to see the last NCO-ER of any soldier I rate. This ensures that I don't repeat any bullets or that I don't make any administrative errors that could conflict with his/her last NCO-ER. However, my PAC informs me that I can't maintain any old NCO-ER on file? They cited something about personal in nature. Am I violating any regulation by maintaining my own copy of the rated NCO's last NCO-ER?

A: You are not authorized to request or maintain a copy of a NCO's last evaluation report unless YOU were the rater. If you rated the individual, then you always have the option of keeping a copy of the report YOU rendered. However, if the individual is recently assigned to you and you want a copy of his last NCO-ER rendered by some other rating officials, that is not authorized. You repeating a bullet that someone in a completely different rating chain included on the last report is not a problem or issue. Actually, if that was to happen without you knowing it, then it just validates what the previous rater stated. As for administrative data, there are ample resources to verify that data without getting it from the last NCO-ER. As for the end date of the last report, you can always call the IVRS line at DSN 221-3732 to find out the end date of the last report on file and that serves as verification of the new report FROM date.

Q: Currently, many of our senior leaders in the company are in debate over the acceptability of certain Senior Rater Comments and I solicit your leadership and guidance in this matter. The situation deals with SGTs and the standard line comments Promote now and Select for next higher NCOES now. It is understood that these comments are necessary for Senior NCO Promotion boards but do they really benefit the E-5 team leader, when promotion to the next higher grade is dependent on the soldier's individual initiative? I hope I clearly articulated this concern. Is there any place I can research this or can you shed some light on this subject?

A: It is 'required' that senior raters address potential on ALL NCO-ERs. The specific wording that's used is up to that rating official. Potential consists of more than just promotion. It also includes schools, future assignments, and long-term advancement potential. Yes, the immediate concern is the soldier's potential for immediate advancement but rating officials should also comment on long-term potential. For example, a hard-charging, energetic and highly motivated SGT/E5 may have the following comment on his NCO-ER in the potential area:

o demonstrates exceptional initiative and potential for rapid advancement to senior NCO level

He may not even be promotable to SSG yet, but the rating official may see the POTENTIAL in that individual. The same holds true for other NCOs. Another example:

o a top-notch NCO - clearly a future command sergeant major

Q: According to AR 623-205 par 3-5(2b), states that a GS-6 appointed by the Commander can rate a NCO if a military supervisor is not available when that civilian is in the best position to evaluate that NCOs performance. What the regulation does not state is what rank must that NCO be in order for the GS-6 to rate him/her. Is their a regulation that shows what the equivalence rating between GS and Enlisted/Officers. For Example: Can a GS-06 rate a SFC?

A: The answer is YES, a GS-06 CAN rate a SFC. There is no specific regulatory guidance regarding rank limitations for civilians rating NCOs. However, as a general rule, a GS-06 would rate an E5 or E6; normally it would be at least a GS-07 rating SFC. Normally you don't see GS-06 rating SFC unless the GS-06 is specifically assigned to a supervisory position and that SFC is one of the NCOs in that section. Since a SFC is a SENIOR NCO, you normally have your more senior civilians rating them. Again, the real key though is if that individual is appointed by the commander as the supervisor and is listed as such on the rating scheme.

Q: An NCO has two excellence and three success blocks checked on the evaluation. The rater marks 'fully capable' and the senior rater checks the '2' block in both performance and potential. AR 623-205, para 6-15a(2) and c(1) indicates that this is a rating discrepancy. A '2' rating is a strong recommendation for promotion whereas 'fully capable' means promote if allocations are available. Please advise.

A: In the example cited above, there are two potential problems with the rating. First of all, the rater gave two excellence and three success ratings - that usually fits among the best. Although there is nothing in the regulation that dictates this, it will likely send a 'mixed' message. In other words, how can he have two justifiable excellence ratings and three success ratings and only be considered 'fully capable'. Normally you see 'fully capable' checked when there are all success ratings or maybe one excellence check. Very rarely do you see an instance when the NCO receives two excellence marks but is only rated fully capable. The second concern (about the senior rater giving a '2' while the rater rates 'fully capable') is not as big of an issue. In reality the senior rater's markings are more consistent with the other markings on the rater's evaluation (that of 2 excellence and 3 success checks). As you know, the senior rater's markings are mostly 'subjective' anyway but in this instance, it validates the 2 excellence and 3 success markings; but again - leaves a question about the 'fully capable' check mark. The highest senior rater marking of '1' is reserved for your absolute best and although a '2' is a very good mark and a strong recommendation for promotion, it is a drop-off from the '1' rating.

Q: The After Action Review from the SFC selection board indicated that raters should mention a DUI offense on the NCO-ER. What is the right thing to do?

A: If an NCO receives a DUI, it should be specifically mentioned on the NCO-ER. You can not mention any disciplinary action (such as article 15, letter of reprimand) but you can mention the offense that led to that action. Therefore, specifically stating the fact is acceptable and encouraged. For example:

o NCO exercised poor judgment by operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol

o NCO was cited for driving with blood alcohol content of 1.6 - well above the legal limit of .08

Q: I am reviewing an NCO-ER where the rater made reference to an allegation on an informal investigation. Is this a legal comment?

A: In accordance with AR 623-205, paragraph s 6-5 and 6-6, no reference can be made to unverified derogatory information. An allegation in an information investigation is not verification of an offense - only if the NCO is charged and subsequently found guilty/liable. Rating officials may not reference investigations - ongoing or completed. However, they may mention misconduct that is verified and proven as a result of an investigation.

Permanent Profile and MMRB results

Q: The local PSB keeps returning a NCO-ER on an NCO with a permanent profile because it did not have a copy of the MMRB results attached. Is this now required?

A: When an NCO has a profile, the rater will indicate such by entering PROFILE and the date of the profile in place of the APFT data. Additionally, a bullet comment is required that indicates whether the profile adversely affects duty performance. No other information or documents are required. A copy of the profile or the MMRB results are NOT required. The signatures of the rater and rated NCO on the NCO-ER are sufficient verification of accuracy. Further, there can be NO attachments to the NCO-ER when it is processed other than a reviewer's statement of non-concurrence or a memorandum of relief (when the relief for cause is directed by someone other than the rater or senior rater).

Q: I have been given an NCO-ER that does not reflect the correct rating officials. Should I sign it? If I refuse, what are my options? I also have some issues with the actual rating.

A: If there are some questions in your mind about the validity of the rating officials, you should raise that issue with your chain of command immediately. Your signature on the evaluation indicates that you agree that the rating officials are correct in accordance with the published rating scheme. If that is not the case, you need to get it resolved. If you have issues regarding the fairness/correctness of the actual evaluation, it is within your right to request - in writing - a commander's inquiry. If you request a commander's inquiry, the commander is then obligated (not a choice) to appoint an investigating officer (senior to the rating officials) to look into your allegations of injustice/unfairness. Once the investigating officer completes his report, he then forwards those findings back to the commander who will render a decision on the action, then forward the completed inquiry - with ALL attachments (sworn statements, etc.) to this office at DA HRC, along with the original NCO-ER. The original NCO-ER is NOT to be processed until after the commander's inquiry is completed and then it is forwarded to this office, NOT to EREC. The correct/exact address is: Cdr, DA HRC, ATTN: AHRC-MSE (SGM Everette), 200 Stovall Street, Alexandria, VA 22332.

Complete the Record NCOERs

Q: I am looking for information concerning Compete the Record reports. Is there any direct link I can go to for this?

A: There are no direct links regarding this subject specifically. There is a reference to it in the NCO-ER regulation (AR 623-205. In short, the complete the record evaluation report is only done for those individuals in the zone of consideration for promotion consideration as announced in a HQDA message. Under the recently revised NCO-ER regulation, the rated NCO must have served in the same position for a minimum of 90 rated days with the same rater AND has not been previously rated in this position. The previous requirement was six months in the position and that is no longer in effect. The primary purpose of the complete the record report is to give the rated NCO a report on file for the position he is current serving in to allow the board to see how he is performing currently. In short, it is to 'round out' the file so the board sees a complete picture. However, the CTR Report is an 'optional' report and the absence of one can NOT be used as a basis for a stand-by advisory board.

Relief for Cause (Pending Investigation)

Q: I have a NCO who is suspended pending formal investigation. He is charged with several things, including DUI. When should the Relief for Cause report be done?

A: The Relief for Cause report should be done AFTER the investigation is complete and the NCO is found guilty. If it is done before that and for some reason he is cleared (sometimes it happens on a technicality) then you will have to un-do everything you're done. Also, once he is found guilty of the charges, then you have certain, unquestionable bullets to use (clear, concise, accurate - always the key). Right now while he is on suspension, he gets no report until investigation is complete.

Date Formats on the NCOER

Q: With the implementation of the new NCO-ER form (DA 2166-8), it requires a 4-digit year in the FROM and THRU dates in Parts Ih. Does this also apply for the THRU date at the top of page two of the form; and what about the counseling and APFT dates?

A: The THRU date at the top of page two of DA 2166-8 will be entered with a 4-digit year. For example, November 2001 will be entered as 2001 11. However, there is NO CHANGE to the formats for counseling and APFT dates. You will continue to use the same format used on DA Form 2166-7.

Promotable NCO rating nonpromotable NCO of same Rank

Q: I have two sergeants first class and one of them was recently selected for promotion (on the newly released MSG list). The one that was not selected is senior to the SFC(P) by DOR. In view of their promotable status, can the junior NCO serve as the rater for the other one?

A: The quick answer is no. One of the fundamentals of the military is that seniority must be respected. As such, requests for junior NCOs to rate other NCOs who are senior to them by DOR are routinely disapproved. However, there is an exception. If the SFC(P) is serving in a valid E-8 position and is frocked they can then serve as the rater for the SFC. However, if both NCOs are serving in SFC positions, the junior NCO, regardless of him/her being promotable, cannot rate the senior SFC until such time as they pin on the MSG stripes and becomes senior by rank. Another unique situation is when a senior, non-promotable SFC is designated as rater to a SFC(P) after the SFC(P) was selected for promotion. It is clear that the SFC(P) will become senior as soon as the new stripes are pinned on so this rating change, although technically legal, is strongly discouraged and does not constitute good management practice.

Number of spaces after bullet

Q: After the small 'o' that begins each bullet comment, should there be one space or two?

A: Space on the NCO-ER is limited, so one space is recommended. However, the key thing is consistency throughout the report. The rater should not start one bullet with just one space and another with two spaces.

Bullet Comments vs. Sentences

Q: Are periods at the end of bullets okay and what about capitalizing the first letter of the first word in each bullet?

A: Remember that these are bullet comments, not sentences. Therefore, the first letter of the first word should NOT be capitalized. Also, there should be no periods at the end of the bullet comment. This is clarified in the 17 December 2001 version of AR 623-205. Another common issue has to do with indenting the second line of a two-line bullet comment. The preferred method is to start the second line directly under the first letter of the first line. However, reports are accepted if the second line is started under the small 'o' as long as there is consistency throughout the report.

Can Junior CSM rate Senior SGM?

Q: Can a CSM rate a SGM who has more time-in-grade? I know that a CSM out-ranks a SGM based on position but according to the guidance in the regulation, the 1SG or CSM must be senior in pay grade or date of rank. It states nothing about position.

A: The CSM cannot rate a SGM unless he is senior by date of rank. There are exceptions to the policy but they must be requested in writing to DA HRC (AHRC-MSE). As a general rule, we routinely disapprove such requests unless there are clearly special circumstances outlined in the request that are out of the ordinary.

Q: Is there any regulatory or policy guidance on dating NCO-ERs? The MILPOs want the dates left blank. I say that we should be dating them when they are signed (just as we do for OERs).

A: The PSB (or MILPO) cannot dictate to rating officials on whether or not to date the NCO-ERs. A lot of PSBs ask for the dates to be left blank so they (the PSB folks) can ensure the dates are in sequence and not before the authorized signature date. However, as long as rating officials understand the rules for when they can be dated, it is always best for the rating officials to date the reports. The rule for dates on the NCO-ER is simple: for annual reports, they cannot be dated until the first day of the month following the end month of the report. For example, if the end month is June then the report cannot be signed/dated until 1 July, etc. The same applies for complete the record reports. For change of rater reports, they can be signed and dated anytime during the month in which the change occurs.

Q: I need your assistance in clarifying the sixth through ninth characters on NCO-ERs. I spoke with your predecessors in the past about the 5fifh character, and we all agreed that the fifth character should contain the letter O and not a zero. However, now the MILPO is starting to return NCO-ERs because the sixth through ninth characters are incorrect. In AR 614-200 it states the sixth and seventh characters should be ZZ if the soldier doesn't have an ASI and eighth and ninth characters should be YY if the soldiers aren't qualified in a language. Is there any new guidance pending, or what is correct?

A: AR 623-205 is the governing regulation for NCO-ERs. An example would be a NCO with an ASI but no language: 71L3OE3OO. Another one with both: 71L2OF5FR. You are correct about the fifth character of the MOS: it is a letter - therefore, if there is no SQI, then you use the letter O. However, if there is no ASI or language identifier, only a five digit MOS is required on the NCO-ER so there is no need in placing 00OO at the end of the PMOS.

Time Limitation for Reviewer

Q: I have a question on how to process an NCO-ER. We are getting guidance from the PSB that if the reviewer departs on PCS, we can't state that he is 'not available for signature.' The regulation isn't clear on this. What are my options?

A: There are no time limitations for the reviewer. If the original reviewer has PCS'd, then the replacement would be the reviewer. For example, if the rater is the company commander, and the senior rater is the battalion commander, and the reviewer is the Brigade Commander, and the Bde Cdr PCS's, then the new Bde Cdr would become the reviewer effective immediately and he/she can sign the report even if he/she has only been in the position for one Day. The 90 and 60 day limitations apply only to rater and senior rater.

Q: What score on the APFT constitutes an excellence on the NCO-ER (overall score of 290 and above, 280 and above etc.)? Also, how many points must be scored in each event (90 or above, 80 or above, etc.) for an excellence on the NCO-ER?

A: The rule is 270 and above with at least 90 in each event. That qualifies for a physical fitness badge and an excellence bullet on the NCO-ER.

Within body fat standards of AR 600-9

Q: I have a soldier who needed to be taped to make the weight requirement (and yes, once taped he is within standards). He insists that the comment of within body fat standards of AR 600-9 is not required anymore on the NCO-ER. I have done extensive follow up on this and the conclusion is the same, that the regulation did not change. However, many soldiers believe that there is a message out there that changes this requirement. Please advise.

A: Once a soldier meets the tape, the statement is not required on the NCO-ER anymore. That was put out in MILPER Message 98-044. It is also now included in the new regulation. In the meantime, if the soldier meets body fat standards, you cannot state it on the NCO-ER anymore. You just indicate the NCO's HT/WT and 'YES.'

Success for failing to meet body fat Standards?

Q: I have a NCO who currently has a profile which prohibits him from taking the APFT. The problem is he is over the weight screening table and does not meet the body fat standards. The NCO-ER indicates 72/232 'NO' and a bullet comment indicating that a doctor has evaluated weight as medical disorder and treatment is pending. The rater checked the 'success' box. The unit has not put the soldier in a weight control program due to the medical condition and states they will not mark 'Needs Improvement.' Is the bullet comment acceptable and can the NCO be rated as 'success?'

A: The correct entry is '72/232 NO.' The bullet should state something to the effect as the following:

o soldier has a confirmed medical disorder which resulted in the overweight condition; soldier is not currently enrolled in an overweight program due to medical diagnosis

As far as whether to check 'SUCCESS' or 'NEEDS IMPROVEMENT,' that is the rater's call. If the rater feels strongly that the only reason for the overweight is the medical condition, then he may elect to check 'SUCCESS.' However, the 'NO' must remain in the top portion with the bullet comment explaining it.

Best Bullet Comments Begin with action verbs

Q: AR 623-205, para 6-12c, 'Narrative rules for part IV' bullet comments' states Best bullets start with action words (verbs) or possessive pronouns (his/her); avoid using the NCO's name or the personal pronouns he/she. Based on this, should we reject NCO-ER's that use the NCO's name or he/she?

A: As stated in the regulation, the 'best' bullets start with action verbs. Although the preference is to not use 'he/she' or personal names, the NCO-ER would not be rejected by EREC for that. It is always best to encourage rating officials to comply with regulatory guidance and every effort should be made to ensure reports are well written and consistent. However, often you will encounter rating officials (such as in your case) who refuse to change the bullet comments to delete personal pronouns. The report would still be processed at EREC. The rated NCO is not to blame for the failure on the rating officials' part. I would encourage you to continue to drive home the point in the regulation and have your chain of command get involved to ensure compliance. Once you have taken it as far as you can go, then don't hold the report up any longer fighting a losing battle.

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68W4O Evacuation Platoon Sergeant Responsible for the training, welfare, and administration of 30 medics; ensures the maintenance and application of 10 FLAs with MES kits in ground evacuation mission support; advises Evacuation Platoon Leader on soldier welfare and training; ensures quality care of patients transported by platoon medics; ensures logistic support of Ambulance teams.

68W48 Instructor Serves as an Instructor for an Army Medical Department (AMEDD) certified instructional unit; assists with instruction, management of 68W sustainment classes and 68 series professional military education (PME) for Total Army School System (TASS) Battalion; maintains student roster, test control, training schedules, academic records, provides after action reviews, administers student critiques, performs other duties as assigned; responsible for Soldier morale, readiness, health, and welfare.

68W20 Health Care Specialist Provides emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, force health protection and evacuation in a variety of operational and clinical settings from point of injury or illness through the continuum of military health care; administers emergency and routine medical treatment to battle and non-battle casualties; assists with outpatient care and treatment and supervises field and clinical medical facilities under the supervision of a physician, nurse or physician's assistant; develops and trains soldiers through MOS enhancement.

68W20 Medical NCO Responsible for the oversight and management of AFNORTH BN, USANATO BDE medical readiness; provides annual vision and hearing assessments for Soldiers in various outlying locations across Europe; provides local support for Battalion ranges and events; supports NATO mission by assisting in events, activities and medical readiness.

68W40 Battalion Medic OC/T Serves as the senior medical advisor to the Battalion Commander; responsible for the medical readiness of Reserve Component and National Guard units through coaching, training assistance and evaluation within the First Army's area of responsibility; responsible for the oversight of all medical related logistic, administrative, and training matters within the Battalion; responsible for the dissemination of current doctrine and medical readiness.

68W ARNG Medical Readiness NCO As the Army National Guard Medical Readiness NCO (MRNCO), focuses on key metrics related to the medical readiness of the unit and Soldiers; monitors and reports annual medical requirements, Periodic Health Assessments (PHAs), visual, hearing, and dental screenings, immunization compliance, and manages temporary and permanent profiles; serves as the medical operations, medical logistics and patient administration subject matter expert; maintains access for MODS to include MEDPROS and the 68W module, eMMPS for Line of Duty (LOD) tracking, and other applications as required.

68W30 Treatment Sergeant, Minimal Care Detachment Provides emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, force health protection, and evacuation in a variety of operational and clinical settings from point of injury or illness through the continuum of military health care; assists with outpatient care and treatment and supervises field operational safety; ensures adherence to safety procedures during medical training; responsible for the supervision, training, safety, welfare, professional development, and combat readiness of eight Soldiers; ensures the operational readiness, accountability and maintenance of medical supplies valued in over $100,000.

Medical Treatment Platoon Sergeant, 68W4O Serves as the Medical Treatment Platoon Sergeant of an Area Support Medical Company (ASMC); responsible for the discipline, safety, health, welfare, morale, training, administration, and readiness of 7 NCOs, 20 Soldiers, and three Medical Officers and their Family members; ensures Soldiers are trained in annual Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, Military Occupational Specialty related tasks and mission related training; provides role I and II medical treatment under the direction of a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse; supervises operational readiness, accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment and supplies valued in excess of $4,000,000; assumes duties as Company First Sergeant in the absence of leadership.

68W30 Line Medic, Recon Squadron Heavy Brigade Combat Team Serves as a medical section NCO for an Armored Reconnaissance Squadron; provides daily medical assets to support one Physician and Physician Assistant; responsible for the health, welfare, discipline, safety, readiness and training of 6 NCOs and 14 junior enlisted Soldiers; serves as the medical advisor to the Troop Command Team in regards to 110 Soldiers' medical readiness; maintains accountability of one military vehicle, specialized medical equipment, supplies and sensitive items valued in excess of $12 million.

68W30 for Attack Recon Bn (aviation, non-flight medic) Health Care Sergeant Serves as the Senior Medical NCOIC and Aid Station Senior Medic for an Attack Reconnaissance Battalion (ARB); responsible for the safety, discipline, training, development, health and welfare of two Junior Enlisted Soldiers and the professional development of one subordinate NCO; tasked with providing all aspects of medical support, treatment and evacuation for the 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, United States Army Alaska, Fort Wainwright Alaska (USARAK FWA).

Squad Leader and Health Care NCOIC Simultaneously serves as a Squad Leader and Health Care NCOIC in a Patient Centered Medical Home that provides care to a population of over 8,500 beneficiaries; assists with outpatient care and treatment; supervises clinical activities and responsible for serviceability of assigned equipment in area of responsibility; charged with the supervision, counseling, mentoring and professional development of 22 professionals and 26 paraprofessionals; responsible for the accountability of medical equipment valued at $380,000.

68W20 Emergency Care Sergeant Provides emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, force health protection, and evacuation in a variety of operational and clinical settings from point of injury or illness through the continuum of military health care; assists with outpatient care and treatment and supervises field operational safety; ensures adherence to safety procedures during medical training; responsible for the training, safety, welfare, professional development, and combat readiness of four Soldiers; ensures the operational readiness, accountability and maintenance of two medical forward litter ambulance vehicles and medical supplies valued in over $100,000.

NCOIC of a Student Clinic Serves as the NCOIC of a Student Clinic with a monthly average census of 1000 patients; supervises the clinical and daily performance of six Soldiers and six civilians and three providers in the care of over 2,000 Initial Entry Trainee's and Non-Commissioned Officer Education System students; responsible for the accountability, training and welfare of one NCO and 6 Soldiers; enforces all MEDCOM policies and standards to provide a solid learning platform for incoming staff; responsible for the operational readiness and accountability of over $90,000 worth of medical and office equipment.

68W2O Emergency Care NCO at Sapper School Serves as an Emergency Care NCO and Instructor for Soldiers attending Sapper Leader Course; responsible for the emergency medical care of Officers, NCOs and enlisted Soldiers from Light Airborne, Air Assault and Mechanized Engineer units; supervises and conducts sick call and emergency medical procedures for over 40 personnel at any given time; responsible for the supervision, health, welfare and training of two Emergency Care Specialists; provides technical guidance to subordinates in the transport of routine and urgent patients for care; responsible for the maintenance of 1 Front Line Ambulance and medical sets, kits and outfits worth over $100,000.

Medical Platoon Sergeant 68W40 Medical Platoon Sergeant assigned to a Light Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron supporting the 4th Brigade, 10th Mountain Division's worldwide contingency mission; responsible for the health, welfare, training and morale of 21 Soldiers and their family members; advises the Commander regarding the Health Service Support and the operational movement of the Forward Aid Station (FAS); mentors three Senior Line Medics assigned to the Troops; maintains accountability and serviceability of two MES Trauma/Sickcall sets and seven vehicles in the excess of $1,500,000.

Medical Treatment NCO, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Medical Treatment NCO for the Group Service Support Company, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) oriented with Central Command and the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force (CJSOTF); provides operational medical support, assists physicians and physician assistants with garrison and operational medical support in austere environments; provides emergency Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support along with routine care; assists with accountability and serviceability of Class VIII supplies and equipment valued in excess of $12 million.

68W3F3 Air Ambulance NCO Serves as an Air Ambulance NCO in a 15 aircraft aeromedical company (MEDEVAC) in a General Support Aviation Battalion assigned to the 4th Infantry Division; responsible for the in-flight medical care of emergency and routine military patients; responsible for initial triage, management and transportation of combat casualties; performs lifesavings missions under day, night and NVG conditions; responsible for the professional growth, mentorship and leadership of three NCO's and two enlisted Soldiers; ensures the medical mission readiness of three UH-60A helicopters; accountable for three Medical Equipment Sets (MES) valued at over $350,000.

68W2F3 Flight Medic Serves as a Flight Medic in a 15 aircraft aeromedical evacuation (MEDEVAC) company in a General Support Battalion assigned to the 4th Infantry Division; responsible for the in-flight medical care of emergency and routine patients; responsible for the initial triage, management and transportation of combat casualties; performs life-saving missions under day, night and NVG conditions; responsible for the professional growth, mentorship and leadership of two enlisted Soldiers; ensures the medical mission readiness of three UH-60A helicopters; accountable for one Medical Equipment Set (MES) valued at over $100,000.

68W4F3 Platoon Sergeant Serves as a Platoon Sergeant in a 15 ship Air Ambulance Company in a General Support Aviation Battalion assigned to the 4th Infantry Division; supervises the training, health and welfare of eight NCOs and four Soldiers; responsible for providing enroute advanced trauma and medical care to patients; maintains accountability of all platoon equipment valued at over $15 million.

Area Support Medical Company Medic Aid in the establishment and tear down of an ASMC field hospital; maintain individual and unit readiness to deploy to the area of serious incidents according to mission requirement (CSMRF, DCRF); provide assistance and support to local civilian and state authorities in the management of a National Incident; assist in the retrieval and treatment of casualties in a hot zone in the event of CBRN incident; conduct administration of medical facilities under the supervision of a nurse or physician and Incident Command.

68W Primary Care Home NCO Simultaneously serves as a Squad Leader and Health Care NCO in a health clinic that provides care to a population of over 8,500 beneficiaries; assists with outpatient care and treatment; supervises clinical activities and responsible for serviceability of assigned equipment in area of responsibility; charged with the supervision, counseling, mentoring and professional development of five Soldiers; responsible for the accountability of medical equipment valued at $200,000.

68WM6 Intensive Care Unit Practical Nurse NCO NCO Practical Nurse in a 23 bed Combined Intensive Care Unit (CICU) in the first Level I Trauma Center in Europe; cares for wounded warriors and their families; plans, organizes and evaluates nursing care activities, and delegates responsibilities to subordinates; evaluates and provides on-the-job training and counseling of subordinates; provides direct patient care; assists in supervision, training, and evaluation of 37 military and 27 civilian personnel; assists in maintenance of hand receipt in excess of $3.1 million; aids in management of consumable budget in excess of $1,000,000; orders supplies and equipment; collects administrative data and prepares monthly reports.

68WM6 Licensed Practical Nurse Serves as a Licesned Practical Nurse on a 31 bed medical/oncology ward serving 14 surgical services in a 243 bed Medical Center; utilizes a team approach while providing patient and family-centered care in accordance with professional, hospital, and section standards; directly supervises and mentors junior enlisted Soldiers, NCOs, and base-system civilian employees; assists in the training and provision of administrative support for 40 additional military and civilian personnel; assists in the accountability and tracking of $1.2 million of medical equiptment.

68W4 PSG Cavalry Squadron Medical Platoon Sergeant and Combined Troop Aid Station (CTAS) NCOIC consisting of three battalions in a forward deployed Cavalry Squadron located 25 kilometers from the Demilitarized Zone in the Republic of Korea; responsible for the accountability, training, morale and welfare of 36 Soldiers, 10 NCO's and one Physician Assistant; determines and coordinates the requirements for evacuation of sick and injured Soldiers; stabilizes and monitors patients for comfort and safety during day and night evacuation; responsible for accountability and maintenance of the CTAS, 12 medical vehicles and medical equipment valued in excess of $4,500,000.

NCOIC of the Army Health Clinic SOUTHCOM Serves as NCOIC of the Army Health Clinic SOUTHCOM serving over 3,000 military personnel; responsible for the supervision, professional development, health, welfare and training of 12 active duty members and 24 civilian personnel; maintains personnel status reports; additional duties; daily operations; generates all administrative military paperwork; monitors readiness in MEDPROS, MRRS and PHIMR for all branches of service; responsible for the operational readiness and accountability of over $500,000 worth of medical and office equipment.

Aviation Medicine Clinic NCOIC 68W3O NCOIC of a Role I Aviation Medicine Clinic in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) 12-13; responsible for the MOS training, certification, progression, health and welfare of four Soldiers; responsible for medical maintenance, aquisition, inventory and utilization of Class VIII and worth over $2,000,000; conducts and supervises emergency and preventative medical care for a Task Force consisting of more than 500 Soldiers; maintains battalion medical readiness; maintains aero medical records and ensures 100% compliance with the United States Army Aeromedical Activity (USAAMA).

Senior Battalion Health Care NCOIC 68W50 Serves as the senior enlisted medical advisor to the commander on all medical matters; responsible for NCO and junior leader development programs; responsible for standards, command policies, command climate, morale, good order and discipline; responsible for the health, welfare, training, and safety of Battalion Soldiers and their Families.

Support Operations (SPO) Medical Operations NCOIC (68W4O) Serves as the Support Operations Medical OPs NCOIC in a Brigade Support Battalion for a Heavy Brigade Combat Team; assists the Battalion Medical Plans Officer with the planning and execution of Medical Services in both combat and garrison operations; responsible for the combat readiness, accountability, health, welfare, training and discipline of 10 Officers, 18 NCOs and two soldiers as the Support Operations Platoon Sergeant; accountable for the maintenance and readiness of three M1017 military vehicles and one M1083 military vehicle valued in excess of $1,000,000.

Health Care Sergeant Served as a Health Care SGT in a deployed medical treatment platoon in a Brigade Support Medical Company for a Heavy Brigade Combat Team with a world wide contingency; responsible for the health, welfare, training and discipline of seven soldiers; responsible for the triage and medical care of patients; accountable for the maintenance and readiness of two M998 military vehicles and one Medical Equipment Set(MES) valued at over $500,000.

68W3N3 Occupational Therapy NCO Serves as an Occupational Therapy NCO deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom XI; assists the occupational therapist in evaluation and rehabilitation of concussed service members; utilizes physical, cognitive, and functional therapeutic intervention to hasten recovery and timely return to duty; conducts patient education on acute concussion/mTBI diagnosis, symptom management, and prognosis; trains medical personnel on critical point of injury concussion/mTBI assessment; promotes leadership, understanding, and appreciation concussion/mTBI directives through teachings; accountable for $100K of clinical and computer equipment.

68W4O Medical Treatment Platoon Sergeant Serves as Medical Treatment Platoon Sergeant of a medical company assigned to the 1st BCT, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault); responsible for the welfare, training, and discipline of 14 NCOs, 14 Soldiers, and ten Medical Officers; supervising the daily operations of lab, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, dental, behavioral health and patient administration which provides direct level I and II combat health service support for the 1BCT consisting of over 3,800 Soldiers; ensures operational readiness, accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment valued in excess of $2,715,000.

68W5M First Sergeant Serves as First Sergeant for forward deployed medical company assigned to the 1st BCT, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom XI; serves as the senior enlisted advisor to the commander on all enlisted matters; responsible for NCO and junior leader development programs; responsible for standards, command policies, command climate, morale, good order and discipline; responsible for the health, welfare, training, and safety of 75 Soldiers and their Families; supervises the maintenance and accountability of $9,369,300 worth of organizational and theater provided equipment.

68W20 Health Care Sergeant Serves as Health Care Sergeant for an Air Assault Brigade Support Medical Company; provides Echelon I and II Combat Health Support for the 1BCT consisting of 3,800 Soldiers; provides instructions in medical skills; ensures adherence to safety procedures during medical training; provides medical treatment to wounded Soldiers during evacuation to medical treatment facilities; responsible for the training, safety, welfare, professional development, and combat readiness of four Soldiers; ensures the operational readiness, accounability and maintenance of two medical equipment sets and two foward litter ambulance vehicles valued in excess of $200,000.

68W4O2S Senior Health Care Sergeant Serves as the senior Health Care Sergeant for an Infantry BCT; assists in planning, organizing and coordinating unit medical operations; advises the Brigade Medical Operations Officer, Surgeon and Staff on the current and future employment of the unit medical elements; monitors the medical readiness, operational and training status of the unit; aids in the defveelopment of CHS plans and annexes; supervises clinical activities in garrison aid station and medical treatment facility; mentors and trains unit Medical Platoon Sergeants and Leaders; responsible for maintenance and serviceability of one facility and assigned equipment.

68W Medical Section Sergeant Served as Medical Section Sergeant for a Division and Special Troops Battalion Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Battalion Aid Station; responsible for the training, discipline, safety, morale and welfare of 2 Soldiers and 4 NCOs; responsible for the healthcare of over 900 Soldiers and family members; responsible for the training and recertifying of Soldiers in Advanced Combat Lifesaver techniques; responsible for maintaining accountability and serviceability of equipment and medical supplies to include 1 medical equipment set valued in excess of over $150,000.

Emergency Treatment NCO Serves as an Emergency Treatment NCO in a six bed Level III Emergency Department of the forward deployed 14th Combat Support Hospital in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; supervises one NCO and 7 junior enlisted Soldiers; directs four Front Line Ambulances (FLA's) and provides technical guidance to subordinates in the transports of routine and urgent patients for care; collects and prepares blood, urine, and culture specimens for analysis; provides care for over 5,000 detainees, civilian contractors, Coalition Forces and US Soldiers; assist with the care of patients with acute injuries, medical conditions, minor injuries, trauma injuries and acute illnesses.

68W NCOIC, Treatment Section Serves as the NCOIC for the Treatment Section in a modular Sustainment Brigade Headquarters Company in a deployed environment; administers emergency and routine medical treatment to battle and non-battle casualties under the supervision of medical providers and the Platoon Leader; assists with outpatient care and treatment; supervises the control of medication and Class VIII medical supplies valued at over $500,000; responsible for the training, supervising and mentoring of four Soldiers; responsible for the training and certification of Soldiers in Advanced Combat Lifesaving techniques, Basic Life Support, Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation, EMT Basic certification.

68W20 Post Immunization Team NCO Serves as the Allergy and Immunization NCO for the Army's second largest Reception Battalion, Post Immunization Team, which provides immunization services to over 30,000 Initial Entry Soldiers annually and post population of over 35,000; responsible for the supervision, counseling, mentoring and professional development of two Healthcare Specialist; responsible for storage and distribution of Class VIII supplies and vaccines valued in execss of $80,000.00

68W Squad Leader/Emergency Care NCO Serves as a Squad Leader and Emergency Care NCO in a Area Support Medical Company; providing comprehensive level II medical care in support of worldwide contingency operations; responsible for the management, health, welfare, morale, and accountability of three Soldiers in all aspects of medical proficiency and training; supervises field and clinical medical facilities under the supervision of a physician, nurse or physician's assistant; responsible for the accountability and management of more than $350,000 worth of Medical Equipment Sets.

68W30 Health Care Sergeant, Cavalry Squadron Serves as a Health Care Sergeant in a Light Cavalry Squadron forward deployed to the CENTCOM AOR conducting combat operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; responsible for the training, moral, and welfare of three NCO's, 13 Soldiers and their families; supervises the medical requirements and needs of a Forward Operating Base consisting of over 600 Soldiers and civilians; responsible for the maintenance and accountability of equipment values in excess of $1,750,000.

68W30 Health Care Sergeant, Engineer Battalion Serves as the Health Care Sergeant assigned to a Combat Effects Engineer Battalion in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF); responsible for the accountability and maintenance of M997 Ambulances, 12 Medical Equipment Sets (MES), and a fixed Battalion Aid Station (BAS) and forward medical property valued in excess of $3.6 million; responsible for and supervises rapid assessment, triage, treatment, emergency evacuation and care of battle and disease non-battle injuries and the readiness and medical support of over 500 Soldiers; responsible for medical logistics; trains, supervises, and mentors 18 NCOs and Soldiers.

68WF Flight Medic Perform scene control, scene safety, emergency treatment, monitor and stabilize the sick and wounded in the field and in flight. Perform crash rescue operations; Perform aero-medical evacuation of the sick and wounded; Perform high performance hoist and other complex rescue operations; Conduct MEDEVAC assesment and treatment; Perform daily preflight checks and services of medical equipment; Conduct MEDEVAC training to include lectures, cold patient loading, hot patient loading, High performance hoist operations, aircraft safety, landing zone preparation and 9 line MEDEVAC request.

Health Care NCO Assigned to the 865TH Combat Support Hospital serves as Health Care NCO, responsible for the coordination, planning and implementation of the Combat Lifesaver Course and First Aid training to mobilized service members. While RST with 3274th USAR Hospital and 422ND Civil Affairs provided medical support during mobilization and various live fire ranges and gunneries; logistical management of all medical equipment and supplies (Class VIII); manages monthly personnel work schedule, evaluation periods and personnel records; responsible for the maintenance and security of 2 medical training facilities.

Casualty Liaison Served as a Division Casualty Liaison at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) for the 1st Calvary Division; responsible for non-clinical support to the injured and their families including augmenting service support programs to ensure seamless care during the Wounded Warrior's recovery; provides data analysis and reports to chain of commands both deployed and rear detachment leaderships on all patient care and Family support issues at CRDAMC; oversees Wounded Warriors' transition to secondary military and Veterans Administration Medical Treatment Facilities.

Shift Leader, Emergency Department Serves as a shift leader in the Emergency Department, supervises outpatient care under the supervision of a Physician, Physician's Assistant, or Nurse; responsible for the training and mentoring of 3 Soldiers; assists with outpatient and inpatient care; maintains health records and clinical files; assists with nursing care of patients including medical examinations; applies and removes surgical, wound and skin dressings; collects and prepares specimens for analysis; determines requirements for and administers emergency medical treatment; responsible for $50,000 worth of medical equipment during shift.

68W Optometry Clinic NCOIC Serves as the Clinic NCOIC of the Optometry Clinic for the 69th Medical Detachment; facilitates world class optometric and fabrication support to MND-Baghdad, supporting 50,000 deployed Soldiers; maintains and accounts for equipment valued at over $150,000; responsible for the initial setup of theater first optical fabrication assets and Class VIII resupply; responsible for the supervision and welfare of all assigned personnel; maintains all training and competency files; assist optometrist by performing preliminary screenings and tests; ensures Commander's vision and standards are carried out.

68W Health Care Specialist Duty Description Responsible for the training, health and welfare of a five Soldier medic section in a FORSCOM combat support (CORPS) Military Police company subject to worldwide contingency deployments; administers emergency and routine medical treatment to battle and non-battle casualties; assists with outpatient care and treatment; supervises the control of medication and Class VIII medical supplies valued at over $80,000; responsible for the training and certifying of Soldiers in Advanced Combat Lifesaver techniques

68W Health Care Specialist Duty Description Administers emergency and routine medical treatment to battle and non-battle casualties, assists with outpatient care and treatment and supervises field and clinical medical facilities under the supervision of a physician, nurse or physician's assistant.

68W Line Medic, Light Infantry Company Responsible for the health, welfare, and morale of four platoon level medics in a light infantry company; responsible for the medical readiness and welfare of a light infantry company; ensures that individual medical equipment valued in excess of $25,000 are accounted for and maintained to unit standards; responsible for the tactical training and physical fitness of his medics; counsels and guides four soldiers in professional development.

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