Contributions are moderated and will not show up until reviewed. In summary, I am surprised to learn of the behavior SPC Morrison is charged with. 04-PUB NOT RELEASABLE TO FOREIGNERS (NOFORN) 42-ITEM ONLY PRODUCED IN ELECTRONIC MEDIA. Platoon Sergeant, FROM: GUNNERY SERGEANT DEKINDEREN, TODD M. 1271676243/1833 USMC, SUBJECT: CHARACTER STATEMENT FOR STAFF SERGEANT TREJO, MARIO Officers projecting five-to-10 years into the future tend to lose sight of the criticality of their current performance, which jeopardizes growth potential. From an assignments perspective, the goal is to match the right skills and experiences to the right position. Approximately 51 percent of the officers who enter these types of assignments will not exit them in the same performance tier. I am positive that he will thoroughly think things through and never make another decision without basing it off of our core Army Values. o is a motivated troop but needs further guidance in o has unlimited potential but requires more experience before o must realize the importance of finishing assigned tasks without supervision, o failed to use time wisely, consistently failed to complete duty assignments, o frequent unwillingness to cooperate in working toward unit goals affected readiness, o failed to fulfill his leadership's intent for positive and appropriate EO practices, o needed to be consistent with leadership style and maintain formality when in presence of Soldiers, o an excellent technician but needs to work on tact and communication skills, o understood his role as a senior leader but failed to contribute to the mission, o failed to keep track of the Soldiers under his supervision, o sometimes requires supervision on how to talk to Soldiers, o demonstrated poor judgement without consideration of results, o has good potential but requires more experience applying daily soldier leadership skills, o good Soldier, but fails to self improve by applying sound personal management skills, o demonstrated a serious lack of integrity and poor judgment without consideration of results, o compromised integrity by submitting altered documents; poor example to subordinates, o encouraged soldiers to advance by cheating for each other, poor example. Timing of the MER submission is critical, and G-1s are ultimately responsible for submitting it to HRC. Officers rated in the top third of their peers represent the best in the field, and these officers will have the opportunity to serve in joint assignments, as general officer aides, or in other nominative assignments reserved for the very best. SPC Smith is one of the technicians who work in the Aeromedical Staging Facility (clinical operations). If you would like for me to elaborate prior to your final decision, I would sincerely appreciate the opportunity to speak further on CW3 Texas-Ranger's behalf. A character statement helps judges, Commanders, First Sergeants, and other strangers make fair decisions by providing a factual description of a person's character. Body. However, with our pre-built online templates, everything gets simpler. For the most part, an officer's immediate advocates should be from his or her current chain of command. Army Regulation 614-100, Officer Assignment Policies, Details, and Transfers, offers detailed insight on assignment policies. 1. You can't do it all yourself. Your statement will represent both you and the subject and its appearance will have some influence. My name is SSG Smith and I am writing on behalf of SGT Jones. I supervise the Headquarters section of the G-3 consisting of two Noncommissioned Officers and one junior Marine. And the members who will be judging the case don't care if you use bad grammar. I am directly responsible to my commanding officer for the effective and efficient daily operations and mission. SPC Smith is a quiet, soft-spoken individual who often keeps to himself. Performance is everything. What I have personally witnessed of SGT Jones' character does not indicate a person that poses a threat to the professional image and integrity of our Army. NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) HELIXON, WILLIAM, M g. UNIT, ORG., STATION, ZIP CODE OR APO, 05; CW3 - CW5) OFFICER EVALUATION REPORT see AR 623-3; the prwonent agency is DCS, G-1 PART I - ADMINISTRATIVE (Rated Officer) . Field grade officer are rated on what form? Therefore, an account manager's concern is filling "spaces.". The most effective and meaningful character statements are those written by people who have known the accused person for a long time and who can be considered to be impartial. If possible, these additional positive attributes should overlap with or complement your main assertion. The nomination process begins with notifying the brigade commander and the selected officer about a nominative assignment. The MER is the unit's best opportunity to submit formal input into the process. Discuss job description and performance objectives with rated officer within 30 days. While these are effective and canonical definitions, there was just more I expected. 3. ASF Admin/Occupational Health Element Chief Sample Army OER Rater Bullet# 1. Counsel quarterly throughout rating period. Assignment officers need time to work on special circumstances that require external coordination, such as by-name requests, nominations, and accommodations for enrollees in the Exceptional Family Member Program, and Married Army Couples Program. Officers with Exceptional Family Member Program or Married Army Couples Program situations are assignment officers' first priority. A key part of the new OER system will be to ask raters to make determinations about what an officer is capable of, and what suggestions there might be for how the officer can be better developed . SSG Deleon displayed an unmatched work ethic. Rater profile established for raters of company and field grade officers Maintain less than 50% of reports written by grade in the "Excels" box (for raters of LTCs and below) Flexibility - Raters have a "credit" of 3 in the "Proficient" box to start profile Rater OER profiles calculated based on Profile LOCK date as evidenced by . 1. The Assignment Interactive Module II allows complete transparency for units and individual officers. - Achieves. EDIPI: 1298475886/USMC. I have been in the Army for over 11 years and I am currently the NCOIC of Personal Property at the Installation Transportation Office. 43. SFC, USA c. COMMENTS . At that time, LCpl Trejo displayed himself in a manner that was well above reproach. The DA Form 1059 is what? new year new NCOER program this helps a lot! Middle third officers may have a chance for joint opportunities and some nominative opportunities. Open communication will enhance the process immensely. OFFICER EVALUATION RECORD. This group of officers is targeted for areas that allow more opportunities to strengthen their files. as a role model by displaying character, confidence, and competence, and influence outside the chain of command. The investigation came as quite a surprise to me, as CW3 Texas-Ranger has never portrayed a Soldier that would derelict his personal or professional responsibilities. At that time, SSgt Trejo was a Lance Corporal and played a key role in the success of RSS Brooklyn. The SM should have provided information on his/her OER support . Should only be used for: The best Most Qualified (MQ) reports within a mature profile Highly Qualified (HQ) reports that follow an MQ for same rated officer with discretion, for the very best officers with HQ reports in small c.#1)#Character:! CW3 Texas-Ranger fortified the image of the Leader I knew him as during AIT, as he continuously mentored Soldiers at all echelons. $84 million contract awarded for Excalibur replenishment, Army initiates corrections to criminal database, Army officer part of newly resumed cooperation for International Space Station, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Sarah Stone is just one of four, Army CIO speaks at Army Europe and Africa 2022 Cybersecurity Summit, Transcript: Media Roundtable with Mr. Douglas Bush, ASA for AL&T, July 27, 2022, Transcript: Media Roundtable with Dr. Raj Iyer, Army Chief Information Officer, and LTG John B. Morrison, Jr., Army Deputy Chief of Staff G-6 June 09, 2022, Army Inspector General starts New Soldier Experience inspection, Vietnamese-American service members parallel paths to the American dream, Bengali chief warrant officer finds the American dream through serving, U.S. Army STAND-TO! Nominative assignments are continual and do not necessarily align with a specific cycle. Fill oer support form character bullets: Try Risk Free. The new Army OER form requires bullet comments for the following sections: - Character. Contact editor@armywriter.com Disclaimer. (Adherence)to)Army)Values . I can be reached at any time on my personal cell, 800-SHK-NBKE, or government cell, 800-BBJ-ESUS. The way officers perform far outweighs their assigned positions. Examples can be posted by using the form below. At the conclusion of your Army career, your family is going to remain the most important aspect of your life. Get some sleep. Promotion opportunities are many, and multiple paths lead to the same end state. Provide narrative comments which demonstrate performance regarding field grade competencies and attributes in the Rated Officer's current duty position. The important thing is that you cared enough and took the trouble to write. SUBJECT: Character Statement for SGT Jones. o performed at a level above the normal call of duty; produced exemplary results. The transition process can be stressful on everyone; however, if these identified aspects are taken into consideration, friction will be reduced. In the interest of helping all you young officers out there, (who will eventually spend the best years of your life in uniform, only to get passed over just before you have enough time to retire (seen it . And, in her defense, she had the integrity to immediately acknowledge her mistake and take care of it immediately. PERIOD'COVERED:'''!FROM%(YYYYMMDD)!THRU%(YYYYMMDD)! This will give them an idea of their future opportunities. He owned his Platoon, took responsibility for their mistakes, never made excuses for his short comings, and always gave the Trainees credit for their successes. This is important. Please know that I just copied these from my own OERs (I did change my name and unit though). Covey's third principle, which he calls "put first things first," helps leaders to discern urgency from importance. DA Form 2166-8 for NCOER DA Form 2166-9-1A. I aware of the pending review of CW3 Texas-Ranger s advancement to CW4 due to an investigation while he was assigned as a Drill Sergeant. His commitment to our mission was something he held near and dear to his heart. We should not expend all of our energy on the top 10 percent while the remaining 90 percent are the men and women operating the organization. My most humble request is that you allow him to continue service. In most cases, one OER can separate officers in the top third from those in the middle third. AR 623-3. ch 1-8 Standards of Service. The submission of a detailed MER is critical to enabling HRC to select the right officers for specific organizational requirements. judicious in their comments. My Name is SFC Ryan P. Fasano. SSgt Trejo is an outstanding leader and I would be honored to serve with him again. The prosecution will methodically present arguments proving their case by focusing on specific traits and if you want to have any hope of defending your pal, you must present specific examples in your statement. o constantly ensured candid and respectful treatment of others, forging a shop of harmony and cohesiveness, o selected from among peers to moderate DOD Dignity and Respect initiative for 41IBCT; facilitated shared understanding and inclusion throughout brigade, o supported the Army's SHARP and EO Programs; ensured assigned Troopers attended all mandatory unit SHARP and EO training resulting in zero incidents, o displayed the ability to adapt and make educated decisions during difficult situations relying on intuition, knowledge, and experience, o ensured Soldiers under her supervision were treated equitably; supported the Army's Equal Opportunity Program consistently, o contributed to a positive and productive environment and enforced SHARP policies, o synchronized the consistent delivery of over 25,000 lines of medical supplies valued in excess of $8 million, o trained and cared for soldiers and their families; efforts evident by Section's unprecedented progress, o committed to the advancement of the Army, mission accomplishment, unit and subordinates, o innovative and determined in pursuit of goals of the Army, o encouraged and accepted criticism to identify areas needing attention and addressed them; strong leader, o stayed after hours to ensure all equipment and COMSEC was packed but credited team for success of Ft Bliss joint exercise, o addressed peers and subordinates with respect; facilitated communication up and down the chain of command, o assisted new Soldiers until they established themselves in the unit; promoted harmony and efficiency from the beginning, o placed unit mission and soldier welfare first, o implemented Battalion program to mow yards of deployed Soldiers; instilled sense of family and reduced stress, o projected self-confidence, authority, and enthusiasm during Physical Training sessions, o showed concern for Soldiers; balanced placing the mission first while ensuring Soldiers personal needs were met, o sought challenges and professional growth no matter the difficulty, o expressed exceptional pride in his soldiers, his job, and the Army, o offered advice but loyal to final decisions made by superiors, o exhibited pride in the unit; believes in team building and force multiplication, o displayed uncompromising passion for mission accomplishment, o served as a Soldier first, proud to serve, resolute in his duty, o had a pride in service and a sense of duty that inspired his peers, o inspired and motivated Soldiers to meet and emulate the same high standards he maintained, o exhibited the highest standards of loyalty, integrity and personal behavior at all times, o is utterly dependable under all circumstances, o possessed strong moral principles and personal values, o versatile; always accepted assignments within or outside her MOS to support the entire mission, o was relied on to successfully complete all assignments, o exhibited the deepest commitment to Army values while lifting others to meet that standard, o completed all assignments on time or identified reasons for delay; is the foundation of our Section effectiveness and unit readiness, o demonstrated the highest of standards of conduct on and off duty, o refused to take advantage of his position as Platoon Leader; worked and trained along side platoon members to build a cohesive team, o encouraged coworkers in training Soldiers on radio procedures; reduced comm failures and subsequent mission delays by 50%, o displayed stong character, pride and professionalism, o coached new Soldiers until they established themselves in the work center; exploited only opportunity to get started on the right foot, o participated in every community service event; is an asset any unit would value, o included all Soldiers in section and maintenance plans; encouraged teamwork and improved efficiency and morale, o overcame all challenges; not afraid to fail, o placed Army, mission and subordinates above personal interest, o stood behind principles and convictions; outwardly determined and loyal, o participated in all Post police calls; simultaneously demonstrated followership and leadership; resisted NCO privilege, o is a professional Soldier 24 hours a day, o epitomized selfless-service by placing the needs of his Soldiers and unit above his own, o established a workplace climate that fostered dignity and respect for all Soldiers in the platoon; supported the Army SHARP and Equal Opportunity programs, o surveyed all platoon members to ensure all had cold weather gear; arranged supply issue for ARNG Soldiers, facilitated team success, o showed unyielding loyalty to the unit, peers, subordinates, and the MEDEVAC mission, o inspired self-improvement in subordinates through sterling personal example, o involved in every aspect of the mission; was a positive influence on team members, o invested an enormous amount of effort and time to establish relationships with Soldiers during an extremely tough deployment; yielded enduring loyalty and pride, o demonstrated moral courage, stood up for what is right, o sought new and difficult challenges and responsibilities; poised for advancement, o trusted by his superiors to lead the platoon and make the right decisions, o paid attention to the needs of the squad/platoon personnel during training, o demonstrated the highest standard of loyalty to superiors and the organization, o worked until the mission was completed; a dependable asset that is the definition of readiness, o upheld the Army Values by enforcing standards and discipline among the junior enlisted, o her professional conduct is above reproach, o maintained professionalism in every aspect of her performance during the rated period, o lived by and strongly upheld all the Army Values; had unquestionable loyalty and dedication to the Army's mission, unit, superiors and subordinates, o put the Army, the mission and subordinates first before own personal interest, o her personal integrity is unquestionable, o preserved momentum when those around him falter, o lived the warrior ethos and never wavered during times of adversity while serving on a combat tour, o made honor her top priority; is the organization's daily embodiment of professional pride, o worked efficiently with superiors and is selflessly committed to the unit's mission, o invested effort and time to establish relationships with Soldiers; established or followed-up on career and personal goals; dramatic improvement in morale, o honest and assertive; displayed the courage and tenacity to stand up for what was right, o executed all missions effectively and reached all goals, regardless of difficulty, o assisted other units; put the welfare of the mission above his own personal needs, o assumed HR duties in the absence of an MOS-qualified HR Specialist; kept admin functions running for 120 days in addition to regular duties, o faced demanding challenges with conviction and high sense of professionalism, o focused on mission accomplishment and consistently achieved superior results, o refused to follow the example of SSG who stole test equipment and mailed it home while packing up abandoned communications det; demonstrated integrity, o welcomed all new arrivals and helped them integrate into daily operations; key factor in shop harmony and efficiency, o supported SHARP directives; corrected Soldiers when questionable comments were made that might offend other Soldiers, o expressed himself in an open and candid manner; facilitated teamwork, o volunteered to attend, prepare for and secure recognition as the Soldier of the month; validated Platoon leadership methods, o possessed situational awareness and initiative; kept the Section on track in the absence of leadership, o promoted a climate in which people are treated with dignity and respect regardless of their age, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs, o exemplified the Army SHARP, EO and EEO principles through word and deed; served as an example for seniors, peers and subordinates to emulate, o dependable; is reliable and trustworthy when given an assignment, o volunteered off-duty time for weapon and mask draw to ensure effective range and AWT training, o met even the most difficult technical, professional and leadership challenges with measured determination; earned the respect of both peers and leadership, o moral leader; discouraged rampant abuse of government program by those fraudulently applying for VA disability, o set the example of a professional Noncommissioned Officer, o delayed college enrollment to cover manning deficiency; cooperative team player who puts service before self, o worked without complaint during the heavy workload generated by troop mobilizations, o delivered consistent, reliable performance in garrison and under austere conditions, o possessed unselfish dedication to duty and quality maintenance, o fostered a positive work environment for all staff; enforced strict adherence to SHARP, EO, and EEO programs with zero incidents, o placed his Paratrooper's needs above his own; devoted to the team concept, o supported and encouraged allegiance to mission, o based all decisions on Army values and principles; a diligent NCO whose courage and resolve embody the spirit of the profession of arms, o portrayed the highest standards of loyalty, duty, and selfless service, o worked relentlessly to accomplish the mission, o motivated NCO; vigorously prosecuted personal and professional objectives, o anticipated required actions and took the initiative to complete them; reduced operational delays to zero and eliminated follow-up corrections, o guided team to unify their efforts and increase their effectiveness, o is the only Soldier who asks if there is anything that needs to be done when arriving on shift; lowest ranking but most mature and productive team member, o sustained operations; made significant and continuous positive contributions on a daily basis, o remained flexible and cooperative under any condition, o influenced her peers; increased collective devotion to duty, o volunteered to assist in the battery self-help project; contagious enthusiasm revitalized shop morale and resulted in 100% participation, o supported and defended the NCOIC's orders; prevented negative morale and maintained productive work environment, o handled situations firmly and fairly; unequaled in promoting harmony and teamwork, o devoted to mission accomplishment and the personal and professional development of his Soldiers, o spent her time preparing and studying; knowledge of the supply system enabled her to better support the command, o gained the respect of others through honesty and integrity, o demonstrated unwavering commitment to the unit, peers and mission, o attained results regardless of the mission or tasks, o attended the Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training course; supported the Army SHARP and EO programs, o praised troubleshooting success by junior Soldiers; groomed experienced and capable technicians and mechanics, o mentored new Soldiers until they established themselves in the work center; forged an integrated climate of morale, productivity and readiness, o reinforced SHARP, EEO programs; displayed respect in a challenging multinational environment, o embodied the highest standards of loyalty, integrity and personal behavior continuously, o upheld the Army Equal Opportunity and SHARP Program, o displayed a level of loyalty seldom seen in others of his rank and stature, o enforced adherence to regulations and standing OIs, o monitered Soldier welfare closely; personal needs and goals were secondary to Soldiers' needs and mission accomplishment, o chose the right course of action; possessed the moral courage to do what is right, o exemplified the "Be, Know and Do" leadership philosophy; a truly dedicated professional, o acted with sincerity in ambitions and objectives, o is a committed NCO that lives by "Mission first, Soldiers always"; provided assistance on any occasion, o volunteered to participate in and support Change of Command, 2 parades, and post cleanup; enhanced Army image, o exhibited an unwavering devotion to his job and his responsibilities to his team members, o recognized efforts of all detachment members; encouraged increased participation in det training and readiness. I was previously assigned to Chaos Company, 3rd Battalion, 54th Infantry Regiment as the Senior Drill Sergeant of 4th Platoon and assisted in the activation of the Battalion and the 197th Infantry Brigade. However, I do not believe the fullest extent of the law should be applied when determining her final punishment. I currently serve as a Mortar Platoon Sergeant in 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. Your narrative is important, and developing a proper network will aid in transmitting your goals and desires. He does so without question. The report is forwarded to the HQDA. One of HRC's goals is to ensure complete transparency during the assignments process. An NCOIC or manager would normally be considered to be impartial due to the enforced distance and formality required by a supervisor/subordinate relationship and because of the integrity a senior NCO is assumed to have. 3. I know of a couple of conflicts with his coworkers/peers. I call upon him frequently during unit PT sessions to assist others with their running and endurance. He was not afraid to admit when he lacked knowledge of certain procedures or tasks; knowing I had the most experience on the trail in our company, SSG Deleon would come to me for guidance or advice to ensure he didn't look unprofessional in front of the Trainees. " You are fair and treat everyone in the office as an equal. Assignment officers, on the other hand, are responsible for locating the right officer available to fill the identified vacancy. I am fully aware of the severity of SSG Deleon's actions. If you are called on to write a character statement on someone's behalf, make sure what you write is 100% factual. EMAIL ADDRESS (.gov or .mil) . nature (e.g. The guides explain the rules for comments, narratives and bullets found in AR and DA PAM 623-3 (to include prohibited and negative comments/bullets), and gives examples of narrative comments (individual sentences that can be combined to form a narrative) and bullets. | Army Organic Industrial Base Modernization Implementation Plan, Army Civil Works announces publication of a formal review for Nationwide Permit 12, October 2017 Nominative Sergeants Major Assignments. ". KD opportunities may affect what type of battalion an officer will command; however, the key to success is to perform well regardless of the position. The first sentence should state your overall opinion of the subject and everything else written should support that statement. of all officers, the best among a select grade or group, promote below the zone). Career Field Designation Boards are being conducted annually, promotion and selection boards are being conducted by career field, some concerns over the Officer Evaluation Report have been addressed, and time in branch qualification positions for majors and associated stability is at an all time high. The preparation of lawful paperwork can be costly and time-ingesting. Hard work is only part of achieving your goal; developing a solid network is another. Officer Fitrep Bullets. Although lokely the rater is simply copying from the support form and changing pronouns. Take the time to make the next move a family decision and not just about the position available. In my professional opinion as one of his mentors, and as a witness of SSG Deleon's moral character, I truly believe that he is an asset to the United States Army. Serving in the Army is a great opportunity, but it represents a short time in our lives. To contribute examples, enter them below. If, for example, someone is being prosecuted for dereliction of duty, a character statement on that person's behalf should include information describing your experience with that person's earnest dedication to his assigned responsibilities. Size:80.42 KB. This has not been an issue with me when working with him. Each attribute/competency is broke down by level of rater box check that . Officers' personal assignment considerations are the last aspect in the assignments process. Get, Create, Make and Sign oer support form pdf . If detailed data is not submitted, units leave the decision to assignment officers who may not have complete information to assign the officer who is best suited to the unit's mission. Does anyone besides me still think it is outrageous that OERs/NCOERs are sometimes filled out and written by the the person who's ER it is. Unit human resources professionals must have a firm grasp of their projected losses as depicted by officers' year and month of availability for assignment (YMAV) or date eligible for return from overseas (DEROS). Every officer matters to the continued success of our organization. The below comments are not to replace the Army's definition, nor are . I am SSG Ricky Bobby and am writing on behalf of CW3 Walker Texas-Ranger. Assignment officers are concerned with the "faces" aspect, which is based on their routine communication with the population completing the process. The Ultimate Field Grade Officer Survival Guide. Each officer has a specific YMAV or DEROS that identifies when they are eligible to move. He is a graduate of Intermediate Level Education, Pathfinder School, Airborne School, the Joint Planners Course, the Joint Firepower Course, and the Mobilization and Deployment Course. It takes time to evaluate/assess and the process exists. thank you Sir!! Rate free field grade oer support form example. Not once did he complain about making telephone calls, visiting high schools, or area canvassing the streets and Subways of Brooklyn, NY. The body is the majority of the letter. Army values, Empathy, Warrior Ethos/Service Ethos, and Discipline.