How seriously does the chain of command take NCOERS in the Army National Guard/Reserves?

2018-04-01T10:57:46-04:00

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2018 11:05 AM

2018-04-01T11:05:04-04:00

I’m not sure exactly what you’re asking. But I know in my state, on time NCOERs are close to a top priority.

Response by SGT Lee Jamison made Apr 1 at 2018 11:06 AM

2018-04-01T11:06:49-04:00

NCOERs at least in the NC National Guard are a very big deal. Not all units or states will place the same importance on them unfortunately but they are the building block of your career as a leader. A negative NCOER will definitely hold you back no matter what your branch or status. If your chain of command isn’t taking them seriously they should.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2018 11:16 AM

2018-04-01T11:16:41-04:00

OERs/NCOERs are just as important for the National Guard and Reserves as they are for the Active Component. They hold the same weight. They use the same standards for evaluation. They have to, by law.

Response by SPC Josh McCoy made Apr 1 at 2018 12:11 PM

2018-04-01T12:11:20-04:00

I hope your question isn’t due to the lack of discipline and respect turds in your unit are giving NCOs. I may only be a SPC and I may be out but I will gladly travel to your unit and SMOKE, and SCUFF UP some ass!!! With no respect in the ranks you have no unit. The NCOs need to fix that quick like yesterday buddy

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2018 12:33 PM

2018-04-01T12:33:34-04:00

Having sat on promotion boards from E-6 to E-8, I can authoritvly say it is the central document to assessing promotion lists/ranking.
Having sat on AGR boards, I can authrativly say that it is the central document for assessing performance and potential.
Having just completed a branch transfer and commissioning board, I can anecdotally say that it is the most important document in a personnel file.

The short answer is very seriously, it is critical to any Soldier’s career.
Ask questions often if you need help preparing a good support form, for yourself or your Soldiers, or evaluations for individuals you rate.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2018 1:02 PM

2018-04-01T13:02:43-04:00

In the guard it's a very big deal, It can make you or break you when you get to the promotion board. In the guard there is only so many spots to transfer within your state, unlike active duty where you can PCS for a position anywhere. Having a good ncoer along with applying for the proper schooling to be advanced to the next rank is critical. You don't have to be hot shit on paper, but your rater and senior rater should have confidence in your potential lead and take responsibility for your troops.

Response by Cpl John Barker made Apr 1 at 2018 6:01 PM

2018-04-01T18:01:23-04:00

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Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 2 at 2018 5:25 AM

2018-04-02T05:25:17-04:00

They take them very seriously and are included in the commander's and (I believe) First Sergeant's evaluations.

"Dude, you know what I am trying to say? Both branches are part-time components, they don't take things seriously like the active component."

That just speaks to your ignorance. You seem to have a very limited understanding of the role that the Reserves and National Guard serve. For instance, troops from the National Guard have been a part of EVERY conflict the US has been involved in..going back to the earliest Guards unit form in 1836. Perhaps you are aware of the fairly recent reorganization of the Reserve Component from a Strategic Reserve Force to an Operational Reserve Force? Not only do the RC have to maintain a readiness posture, they do this while maintaining full time jobs. The Operational Reserve Force combined with National Guard Forces have played, and will continue to play a major role in our national defense. Believe me, when I say we take things just as seriously, if not more so, then the active component.

Response by COL Col George Lind made Apr 2 at 2018 11:47 PM

2018-04-02T23:47:17-04:00

Back in the day, Reserve Component rater’s tended to be tougher than the AC.