Should I report unprofessional behavior through the Chain of Command or an IG complaint?

Handle it old infantry style, remove your blouse and step into the woodline. But seriously I would request a meeting with the Cpt. The BC and the SGM and lay it all out on the table. If that didn't work the go to the IG.

Sorry for posting with a general comment about Chain of Command earlier without reading the whole topic. Having read the post this is a no-brainer. CPT needs some face time with a senior Field Grade to remind her that this is totally unsat behavior on so many levels. I've known many Sgts Maj and other senior SNCOs that could tactfully square her away also, without being blatantly disrespectful and likely with less than 50 words. I think she needs a taste of her own meds from a senior and the senior NCO network is the way to initiate that plan. SFC briefs 1st Sgt - 1st Sgt and Sgt Maj have a chat - the Sgt Maj briefs the CO - the CPT gets what's coming to her. Even if she is close to accurate you don't dress down in public. If she is correct and SFC works for her then why isn't she doing her job through counseling to develop him? It's above my pay grade but if she has a pattern of this then her Reporting Senior needs to be counselling and evaluating her fitness to lead. Family is off limits without question and screams unprofessionalism.

The Chain of Command is only as strong as you make it and it should be exercised freely unless it has broken. If someone in the chain is the problem then partner with the next step in the chain or a knowledgeable leader to develop an action plan; but only when you are certain you have done everything you could at your level and the senior has been afforded an opportunity to resolve the issue. It's often viewed as more expedient to dial a 800 number but that often causes more problems for all concerned. As a rule problems should be resolved at the lowest level and when you do this you strengthen the Chain. Besides resolving the issue you instill confidence in the members that leaders care, and that they are competent and willing to resolve problems or concerns in a timely and professional manner. Although you may get an answer faster by going straight to the top you might not like the consequences once the Chain of Command becomes aware that you did not give them a chance to handle the issue. Put yourself in their place and think how you would feel if someone demonstrated by their actions that they thought so little of you that they chose not to allow you to do your job. At that point you can stand by for heavy rolls because you are about to be passing through a storm....and usually of greater proportion than the original issue.

IG and E O Complain and Id Personally go to his BN or BDE Commander and tell them everything.....Thats Why when in on the Road I carry a Recorder for Extra Extra Back up

If it was incorrect and done in front of others, report it. To "rip someone a new one" is to be done away from everyone else. If the CPT then went around bragging about it, turn them in. I have had my share of disagreements with senior NCO's and officers, but if I needed to get "Ripped a new one" I don't ever recall it being done so others could hear it. When I needed to speak with a junior soldier or airman, I never "busted them out" in front of others, that is totally uncalled for.

If a Capt. has the guts to say what she said, then she has the confidence her chain will let her get away with this conduct unbecoming. I would make an IG complaint so this doesn't get buried in the chain of command. I mean really, saying what she said and go around telling people what she did, that takes guts....

Not enough information. If a senior NCO did this to a junior NCO or junior Soldier no one would bat and eye lash. Depends on the details of the exchange. If it needs to be handled by other there are two good options: Chain of command/open door policy, or IG. Then again someone could always file a hurt feelings report...

Did you not just said SHE? There is your answer. Now turn that situation around and you will understand. Welcome to the new Army.

I would address the NCO chain of command. Either the 1sg or CSM will address the commander and the commander will deal
With the situation. That is the only recourse.

CPT sounds like a class act. A few years ago, they could have taken it outside. Instead of hiding behind rank like a little bitch

They are both am embarrassment to the ranks they hold. It happens.

Well was it warranted? I've known many sorry senior NCOs that fit this description. Of course that was back before the PC military of today. I also know if it was not warranted that captain would find herself flat on her back or at a minimum since it's a female would have gotten my response. All bets are off when you lose your professional demeanor and belittle someone and it's uncalled for, but we also knew if we had it coming you took your lickings and continued to march.

Always use the chain of command first. IG is for when that fails, the first thing they'll ask at IG is who you reported it to at unit level.

If you go to the IG, they will go to the chain of command. So your best bet is to go to the chain of command. If the SFC has witnesses it will help her/him in their cause. No matter what, they DO need to bring this up to the command. I had a few mid and junior grade officers I assisted in mentoring. They get with the wrong crowd and loose their minds.

I'd try and talk to the SFC about getting a new assignment under a new command. If not its going to be the elephant in the room until they put the whole incident on blast. Formal apology maybe?

If it were an NCO treating an e-4 or below in such a manner, it would be just another day at the office...suck it up buttercup.

If it's already been handled by going upwards above the captain, little needs said or done. The SFC was appropriate in keeping their mouth shut and moving on and telling the capt's superior. The SFC doesn't have to lower him/herself to the captain's level. It gets him/her nowhere. Captain could say 'now you're disprectful on top of being a P.O.S.' No comment from the SFC and the captain continues to show his/her true colors. My bet is that the captain gets reassigned and PROMOTED....just sayin...

She was probably married to him and it was just another day! (Well we don't have any of the pertinent facts so, You just have to make them up)!

Maybe the CPT is right. Just because he's a SFC means that his feelings have to be taken into account. I once watched the 1st Cav CSM lock up the DIVARTY CSM in front of an entire BTRY. Maybe the SFC's family is the problem. MP's getting called, arrested, post housing disgusting, wouldn't be the first time. Maybe the CPT is incredibly squared away. Without knowing the background you really can't make a judgment.

For an NCO, take it to the CSM. Run it up the chain of command.