Senior Rater Comments

SGT Colby Costa is the #1 NCO that I rate in this grade and is one of the finest transportation experts in the NCO Corps. He continually strives to improve his technical and tactical proficiency while honing his professional skill set as a leader. I have the highest respect for SGT Costa and recommend that he be promoted ahead of his peers.




Clearly the top 5% of all SGTs I have worked with in my past 11 years of service. SGT .... ranks #5 of 12 Sergeants I currently senior rate. He demonstrated strong technical expertise and possesses practical hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex technical issues. His professional competence and achievement-oriented attitude leave me no doubt of his potential to successfully function in the next rank. Send to Advance Leaders Course now and promote to Staff Sergeant immediately.




SSG Smith ranks 7 of 16 NCOs that I rate in this grade. He demonstrates the potential and ability to serve in positions of greater responsibility. His commitment to the mission and the Army values are strong predictors of his likelihood of success in future positions. Promote with peers and send to SLC with peers. (Needs Improvement)




SSG Vera is in the top 70% of NCOs in the Battalion. SSG Vera only participates in Company and Platoon training when directed. SSG Vera has shown no motivation to advance his career or develop himself as a leader. Promote to Sergeant First Class when ready. Send to Senior Leaders Course when slots are available. (Needs Improvement)




SFC Sebby has contributed immeasurably to the success of the Fort Chaffee Logistics training year 2016. He exceeded all expectations of leadership, filling the void of multiple full time vacancies. SFC Sebby lead his section and the post's logistical effort to success. Promote this NCO ahead of his peers.




SFC Sebby has the leadership ability to facilitate maximum potential from junior enlisted Soldiers and NCOs within his assigned section. He maintains exceptional organizational skills, which consistently keeps his section ahead of schedule on training and administrative requirements. SFC Sebby has completed all required military schools and should be considered for promotion ahead of peers.




1SG Torres is in the top third of Noncommissioned Officers I have Served with in my 30 years. 1SG Torres' unwavering dedication to his Paratroopers clearly sets him apart. Displayed potential and demonstrated ability to excel. Consider for promotion to Sergeant Major and attendance at USASMA with peers.




#1 1SG in the Battalion. Promote him to Sergeant Major now and send to the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy immediately. He has unlimited potential for positions of increasing responsibility and will make an extraordinary Command Sergeant Major.




SFC B is in the Top 5% of E7s in the BN and has been an excellent acting 1SG. Her NCO Soldier skills, people skills, and technical expertise combine to make her an outstanding and hardworking NCO. SFC B has unlimited potential and clearly capable of serving with distinction in the most demanding and critical assignments. Promote to MSG now, send to MLC & 1SG's course and assign as a 1SG immediately.




SGT M is a dedicated NCO who is passionate about the growth and success of the NCO Corps. He is an outside the box thinker with unlimited potential and is currently number one of the three NCOs I rate of this grade. Continue to place in positions of higher responsibility, send to ALC and promote with peers.




An outstanding team member who has demonstrated potential for positions of increased responsibility. Junior Soldiers will benefit from his experience and motivation to excel at any mission. Continuously displayed unequaled standards and discipline; place in a position that takes advantage of his potential and his ability to lead and mentor fellow NCOs and Soldiers. Recommend he be challenged with greater responsibilities and promoted as soon as he is eligible. Unlimited potential; clearly an exceptional Noncommissioned Officer.




SSG XXX is a tireless NCO whose concern for her fellow Soldiers and commitment to her profession are evident in all she does. My #1 of 2 E6s, she has demonstrated that she is supremely qualified to take on greater responsibility as a SFC and is ready for SLC now. Furthermore, I am certain she would be an indispensable lead analyst as a Warrant Officer and support her candidacy for WOCS and WOBC.




SFC Dodge is a superior Senior NCO and one of the finest SIGINT Subject Matter Experts in the NCO Corps. His performance for the Unit and the Counter Drug program has been second to none. SFC Dodge successfully trained 14 Soldiers in the company to deploy and set a new standard in theatre for SIGINT operations. His technical proficiency ensured that the unit is mission ready. He has consistently demonstrated the leadership and expertise needed as a Company 1SG and I recommend he be promoted ahead of peers.




SGT Fabulous ranks among the top 25% of NCOs I have encountered in my 25 years of Army service. His potential to succeed above and beyond expectations is recognized by both his peers and leaders.




Sergeant Snuffy is the #1 Non-Commissioned Officer I rate in this grade. Sergeant Snuffy is an exemplary example of a professional leader. He possesses an immense amount of potential to excel at the next higher level. Send to ALC now and promote ahead of peers.




SSG Awesome's potential as an NCO is unlimited. He is the top Staff Sergeant out of four that I senior rate and one of the best NCOs I have worked with. SSG Awesome has the knowledge and presence to serve as an outstanding Platoon Sergeant. He has the leadership qualities and technical skills to fill any position that the Army has to offer. Retain in a leadership position, send to SLC, and promote to SFC immediately.




SSG X is rated last of the three staff sergeants that I currently rate. SSG Kay has potential for future leadership assignments if he can improve the Army Values of Respect and Selfless Service.




SFC Window is a mature and dependable NCO who, under the right guidance, has the ability to excel. His proven capabilities as a Range Control NCO is a statement to his abilities, and he does well in his comfort areas. Once Army standards are met, send to MLC, promote with peers, and continue to challenge and develop this NCO. (Not Qualified)




Staff Sergeant Vasquez's sustained superior performance is widely recognized. He provided detailed and critical input to the Computer Network Operations Execution Order that was adopted by Army G3. He has unlimited potential and is a must select for Sergeant First Class.




SGT McElhany is a dynamic Soldier and multi-talented mechanic. His efforts can be measured in a 50% reduction in our maintenance backlog for subordinate activities. He has a positive attitude and readily accepts increased responsibilities. Promote!




Sergeant Irrizarry is a highly effective leader and a proficient technician who made a lasting contribution to the 416th Theater Engineer Command. He was chosen to assist the G-8 Quality assurance team in conducting USARC mandated Quality Assurance Reviews at two separate units and trained the unit pay personnel in the proper USARC required pay procedures. He also assisted in the 327th EN BDE OIP reinspection. His hard work was an important part in their success. He is highly recommended for advancement to Sergeant First Class.




Sergeant Liggins worked behind the scenes without expectation of recognition to ensure compliance with requirements. He processed equipment for 3-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team's RESET of its Thermal Sights, Commercial Off The Shelf Radios and GPS systems. Promote now.




Sergeant Hunsberger is an enthusiastic and versatile Soldier. He worked hard to ensure he was quickly task-qualified and a contributing member of our team. Challenge with greater responsibilities.




Promote to Sergeant First Class now. Staff Sergeant Ortiz clearly demonstrated dedication to the mission and unlimited potential for advancement.




Master Sergeant Auble exemplifies our core values and brings the best out of those around him. He possesses all the capabilities of an outstanding Command Sergeant Major. He has my strongest personal recommendation for Sergeant Major.




She is an undeniably confident, capable and agile manager. Challenge this exceptional leader with positions of greater responsibility.




Sergeant Bowers is a mature and dependable technician who consistently delivered high-caliber maintenance and technical direction. He maintained operations under austere conditions with little guidance or support. Promote this resourceful tech now




SGT Leason is a dedicated and vigilant member of our team. His allegiance to the mission inspired his peers and made this NCO an invaluable asset. He controlled 24-hour operations of five Entry Control Points and two gun mounts at SPOD and secured over one billion dollars worth of U.S. and Coalition Forces equipment. Under his direct supervision, over 20,100 vehicles, 30,000 Third Country Nationals and contractors were cleared and processed. Promote.




SSG Brown demonstrated exceptional leadership and the ability to get the job done. His ability think on his feet and maintain situational awareness of the Area of Operation during more than 100 Advise and Assist missions ensured operational success. Recommend promotion.




Sergeant Bassford is a hard working Soldier who performs all duties in a conscientious manner. He consistently participates in all tasks and his willingness to accept added responsibility increases his potential for positions of more responsibility.




Staff Sergeant Kong excelled in a challenging position and is already operating at the next level. He simultaneously coordinated construction management and engineering assistance for over 30 high profile projects. Promote to Sergeant First Class now.




SFC Boatright is ready to assume greater responsibilities. He oversaw runway maintenance and security for FOB Salerno and facilitated hundreds of landings in support of critical operations. He possesses untapped potential to excel and should be placed in only the most demanding position.




He is in the top one percent of the senior NCOs I rate. His careful analysis and proactive action achieve the optimal balance of operational and strategic perspectives. He is a future Sergeant Major.




Sergeant Foster is a team player who contributed to our unit earning the Army Award for Maintenance Excellence. He is a talented Squad Leader who adapts to shifting conditions and gets the job done. He reduced our supply account by $200,000 by correcting erroneous records. Promote this Soldier now.




Needs Improvement Comments

SGT Gabriel's performance is occasionally average or above. He has demonstrated limited potential for further advancement. With grooming and mentorship SGT Gabriel could be ready for positions of greater responsibility. Send to NCOES when available and promote with peers.




SFC Russell has unlimited potential but only performs at expected levels. With further mentorship and training he may be ready for greater responsibilities in the future. Promote with peers.




SGT XXXX is a positive and determined NCO that performs well during operational tasks and has the potential to serve in positions of higher responsibility. Recommend Soldier to be placed in a leadership billet to enhance NCO and leadership skillset. Promote with peers when eligible.




SGT Young has the potential to be an asset to the NCO corps with additional training and experience. This Soldier has demonstrated ability and leadership qualities but needs further mentorship and training. SGT Young will undoubtedly be ready for greater responsibilities in the future.




Performs at expected levels. Send to Senior Leaders course when slots are available. Promote to SFC with peers.




SFC XXXXXX demonstrates potential to continue serving at his current level of responsibility. His potential for service in positions of higher rank is limited. Send to Master Leader Course when available. Promote with peers.




SSG Bila demonstrates potential to serve in positions of higher rank with additional mentorship and guidance. Send to Advanced Leader Course when available. Promote to Sergeant First Class with peers.




Based on limited potential to serve in positions of similar or higher responsibility, do not promote this NCO.




SSG XXXXX is currently 12th out of 12 Staff Sergeants that I rate. He has potential if he desires to use it. Currently the United States Army is not his priority. With further mentorship and training he may be ready for greater responsibilities in the future. Soldier should not be sent to advanced schooling or promoted at this time.




SGT Mary has the potential to be an asset to the NCO corps with additional training and experience. SGT Mary should be sent to Basic Leaders Course and be immediately enrolled into Advanced Leaders Course and be promoted with peers.




SGT Smith is an unconventional asset to the Unit as an assistant to the Unit Supply Sergeant. Send Soldier to current level NCOES, promote with peers.




Her potential is limited, she performs at expected levels. With further mentorship and training she may be ready for greater responsibilities in the future. Send to the Advanced Leaders Course when available. Promote to Staff Sergeant with peers.




SFC Brown has unlimited potential but needs to work on his leadership and problem solving skills before executing duties of greater responsibility. Send to SLC as soon as Soldier is eligible.




Performance is often above average but SSG Wheelis lacks loyalty and respect for superiors. She has potential, with more experience, to excel as a leader.




He is a technical SME and training asset but demonstrates a lack of rapport with and concern for subordinates and has contributed to low morale in this Unit. May perform better in another Command.




Do not recommend for promotion at this time. With further mentorship and training SGT Maclay may be ready for greater responsibilities in the future.




SSG Harding's performance is sometimes above average but he is undependable and cannot be relied on for unsupervised assignments.




This NCO is not a contributing member of the U.S. Army; do not retain and remove from positions of responsiblity immediately.




SSG Adams' otherwise superior performance was marred by his lapse in judgement during rating period; failed to uphold the Army Values.




SGT Willard is ready for promotion. With detailed instruction and supervision this Soldier can accomplish assigned tasks.




SGT Keck consistently failed to comply with safety regulations and OIs and is a threat to the safety of this battery. Recommend discharge at earliest opportunity.




SSG Smith is uncooperative with leadership and fails to understand the difference between "taking care of troops" and following orders. His combative attitude is counter-productive and a liability to this Command.




Despite increased assistance and training, he continues to have difficulty completing assigned tasks. Recommend reclassification.




SGT Reynolds is unable to adjust to deployment or the diverse demands of a joint environment.




Performs at expected levels, does not distinguish himself from his peers. Send to Advance Leaders Course when slot is available.


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