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Responsibility & Accountability NCOER Bullets (Success)
· possessed the moral courage to take responsibility for his actions regardless of the circumstances · developed subordinates by encouraging them to always accept greater responsibility · developed junior NCOs and Soldiers with an aggressive professional attitude by encouraging them to pursue their higher education · developed and supervised the Brigade’s Force Protection plan resulting in zero incidents or compromise · performed quality control for five intelligence and mission related products to ensure there was no deviation from the established standard · made sound and timely decisions in the absence of orders and took personal responsibility for himself and his subordinate · regularly communicated successful methods and procedures to others in the unit; team player who supported both his peers and subordinates · always made himself available after duty hours to counsel and develop Soldiers · totally reliable, completes all tasks in a timely and professional manner · maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment and classified material · supervised quality control and dissemination of daily intelligence products for seven different general officers · willingly accepted opportunities for greater responsibility; never backed down form any given challenge · totally reliable; completed all assigned tasks in a timely and professional manner · always made sound and timely decisions in the absence of orders and took responsibility for himself and his Soldier · proactive in ensuring the section’s equipment was always ready to accomplish the mission · regularly communicated successful methods and procedures to others in the unit; team player who supported both his peers and subordinates · maintained the highest standards of organization with equipment, facilities and Soldiers, sailors and airmen; guaranteed safety of all · developed and supervised the Brigade’s Force Protection plan resulting in zero incidents or compromise · volunteered as a youth soccer coach; provided a positive role model for the children on his team · ensured that safety was paramount in all training · led by example; encouraged all of her Soldiers to continue their military education by enrolling in Army correspondence courses · ensured no security violations while sanitizing hundreds of classified documents for dissemination · responsible for quality control and distribution of daily intelligence products for seven different general officers · encouraged subordinates to continue their formal education for advancement · proactively managed the section’s resources ensuring supplies were always available to accomplish the mission · willingly accepted responsibility for his actions; never hesitated to make a decision · maintained 100% accountability of classified equipment and materials · always made sound and timely decisions in the absence of orders; took responsibility for himself and his subordinates · willingly and aggressively sought greater responsibility; never backed down from any given challenge · exceeded mission objectives with limited resources · always made sound and timely decisions in the absence of orders; unwaveringly took responsibility for himself and his subordinates · performed flawlessly while supervising quality control and dissemination of daily intelligence products for the BDE staff and five combat maneuver battalions · constantly suggested changes that improved the proficiency of the section’s operations · drove over 2,000 accident-free miles during three major training exercises · maintained 100% accountability of over 2,500 Division Tactical Operation Center security badges · led by example; encourage 100% of his Soldiers to continue their civilian, all enrolled in eArmyU · supervised quality control and dissemination of daily intelligence products for seven generals and nine senior staff officers · maintained 100% accountability of over $95,000 of the brigade’s major intelligence equipment · her squad personnel, equipment, and billets are always in a high state of readiness · stressed safety first which resulted in no accidents with over 63,000 miles driven and zero privately owned vehicle accidents in the organization · relentlessly pursued unit safety; obtained safety gear and ensured bi-monthly inspections on eight vehicles, zero vehicle safety mishaps · submitted three SAEDA investigations; one national and two local resulting in the removal of two CI threats · encouraged troops to further education ; continually suggested options available to them on all aspects of personal growth · proactively managed the section’s resources ensuring supplies were always available to accomplish the mission · always made sound and timely decisions in the absence of orders; took responsibility for herself and her subordinates · directly brought an imperfect Brigade S2 into compliance with all installation and army personnel security regulations · ensured the BCT Commander had timely, relevant and accurate intelligence during the daily Division Commander’s Update Assessment · always exceeded standards; his attention to detail with maintenance, vehicles and safety , kept the section at 100% readiness · willingly accepted opportunities for greater responsibility; never backed down from any given leadership challenge · platoon NCOIC during the transfer of vehicles and equipment to the 9th Engineer Battalion in Kosovo deployment · handled the most complex problems with little guidance, no complaints, and stellar results; always accepted the outcome of his actions with the utmost professionalism · possessed outstanding organizational skills; always maximized limited resources and personnel resulting in 100% mission accomplishment · accepted accountability for his actions and those actions of the detachment with the utmost professionalism regardless of the outcome · maintained accountability of all assigned detachment personnel and equipment worth over $4,000,000 · efficiently redeployed the brigade S2 section’s personnel and equipment from Iraq to home station without incident…
Read MoreResponsibility & Accountability NCOER Bullets (Excellence)
· created tracking spreadsheet on over 50 separate items of classified electronic media · coordinated the movement of 184,000 pounds of equipment worth over $2.5 million maintaining 100 percent accountability · executed eight squad and platoon live fire exercises, without injury or damage · expertly managed section’s supplies, decreasing discard by 90% over previous year and saving the department over $65,000 · scored excellent on Maintenance Inspection Assistance Team Inspection visit · commended by V Corps Arty CSM as standard for “Quality of Life” environment for single soldier billeting area · accumulated over 18,000 accident/incident free miles while driving throughout Central Germany and the Benelux countries · under his leadership the battalion received a 99.6 on the post energy conservation inspection · planned, coordinated and supervised the transfer of $500,000 of equipment from 9th MP Co to 170th MP Co · developed a system to monitor SSSC account which will save thousands of dollars · eliminated obsolete parts and unnecessary depot storage requirements, creating an annual savings of $25K · received Army Motor Vehicle Driver Safety Award for accident free operation in a demanding environment · set up and controlled a 300 line POL valued at $62,000 during Operation Desert Storm · decreased supply spending by 1 million dollars through precision troubleshooting procedures · instrumental in achieving 99% of quarters occupied, exceeding the DA and TRADOC goal · reduced the shop backlog from a high of 176 jobs to a low of 58 jobs within a three month period · her emphasis on maintenance and logistics excellence led her unit to the Army Signal Command Supply of Excellence competition · created a TACCS paper recycling program which saved thousand of dollars annuall · one out of three instructors awarded Post Safety Certificate for outstanding achievement in accident prevention · his section received commendable ratings from the Group Headquarters during the Battalion Command Inspection · maintained 56 computer systems of varying types worth $160,339 at an operational readiness rate of 99% · his emphasis on ammunition accountability and forecasting has allowed 100% ammo expenditure for FY 89 · was responsible for 16 pieces of engineer equipment which received commendable rating s during the AGI · manufactured X-Ray darkroom at no cost to the Army to provide film processing capabilities for the hospital · his battalion has exceeded DA standards on AH-64 readiness in past 12 months, 8 in combat · his quick response during a vehicle incident prevented serious injury to another Soldier · her emphasis on safety resulted in the unit having over “364 days” of accident-free and no DUI-related incidents · assumed the duties of assignment manager on short notice; corrected 24-month backlog of administrative paperwork · earned battalion safety recognition for driving 50,000 accident-free miles · his emphasis on maintenance resulted in unit placing second in the DA-level competition for the Army Award for Maintenance Excellence · developed a platoon maintenance training program that resulted in a 95% operational readiness rate · received brigade commander’s coin for outstanding maintenance of seven tanks during a brigade command inspection · her squad was always number one in the company in all unit inspections and CTA 50 layouts · was the key to battalion receiving $190,000 for motor pool renovation to establish the corps standard · managed $1.7 million worth of equipment at four separate work sites on the installation · formulated an $118,000 budge to meet all of MTMC Europe demands for training · ensured his divisional units were manned at 100% 4 months prior to the deadline established by the Chief of Staff of the Army · accounted for property book valued at over $20 million · instrumental in the recovery, accountability, and turn in of 37 tanks left by a previous rotation at NTC · his emphasis on motor stables and equipment maintenance resulted in winning the USAREUR Army Award for Maintenance Excellence · emphasis on safety resulted in 73 soldiers receiving Division safe driving award and 40 Army drivers badges · successfully redistributed over five million dollars of equipment filling out unit shortages in the Army Reserve Command · directly responsible for the Troop achieving a zero late status for NCO-ERs and OERs · maintained accountability of $700,000 worth of MTO&E during deployment to JRTC training area · attention to safety enabled squad to complete NTC, TOW II Study, and Hell’s Forge with no injuries · implemented a maintenance program which improved vehicle readiness from 68% to 99% · reduced superfluous maintenance contracts resulting in a cost savings of over $7,000 to the government · maintained accountability for $8.1 million on six different property hand receipts · found and corrected a flaw in recoverable exchange procedures, resulting in a savings of $8,000 · emphasis on safety resulted in 9 Soldiers receiving the Army Motor Vehicle Safety Award · maintained 100% accountability of all convoys inbound, outbound and staged at CSC Cedar II, Iraq; exceeded 800 trucks daily · maintained 100% of all equipment assigned to the TOC; exceeded $55,000 of which $38,900 was classified as sensitive items or Secret · maintained strict accountability without incident of $1,000,000 worth of organizational equipment while deployed in the Iraq Theater of Operations · ensured that his Soldiers understood IDF battle drills; resulted in zero casualties during a 15-month deployment on the most targeted FOB in MND-B · his emphasis on safety resulted in his squad logging over 2,000 accident-free miles during NTC Rotation 06-08…
Read MoreSenior Rater NCOER Bullets
· will excel in positions requiring strong administrative and leadership skills · promote now, will be an excellent combat engineer unit first sergeant · assign this soldier in demanding and critical positions immediately to take full advantage of this soldier’s skills and expertise · a top notch NCO who expects and enjoys a challenge while instilling confidence within subordinates; sets an example for all to emulate · his greatest contribution to the Army will be leading and training armor soldiers in a line tank platoon · top performing SSG in a company with 23 SSGs · unlimited potential, promote ahead of peers, send to 1SG’s course and assign as a 1SG · extremely capable NCO; will excel in positions of greater responsibility · outstanding analyst; one of the best Balkans subject matter experts in USAREUR · extremely articulate, both in written products and oral presentations · outstanding performance in all respects; clearly performed above already high expectations · unlimited potential, promote to MSG and select immediately to attend the U.S. Army Sergeant Major Academy · superb coach, teacher, and mentor who created career opportunities for Soldiers and leaders · personifies the NCO creed, exceptional performance · a strong mentor and leader who successfully demands and receives the highest standards of excellence from Soldiers · promote immediately, the best NCO I’ve had the privilege to serve with · the epitome of a professional warrior, a model for others to emulate · boundless potential, promote to SFC ahead of peers · technically masterful in military occupational and leadership skills; highly adaptable, strategic thinker during complex situations · extremely versatile, responds positively to changes, consistently dependable and excels in any environment · promote immediately and make NCOIC of a MEDCEN or 1SG of a medical company · personally selected by the division CSM to become a SGM in the NCO academy · is ready to be a First Sergeant now · must promote to master sergeant on first look · keep in leadership positions; he will make a difference · has potential to perform well at higher organizational levels · extremely versatile and capbable of functioning in any capacity · a must for assignment as AG sergeant major · unlimited potential for future assignments · best squad leader in the platoon · assign as a battalion CSM or commandant of an NCO academy · performed with maturity and leadership skills normally found in a command sergeant major · select for drill sergeant duty; young Soldiers need his wisdom and guidance · unquestionably First Sergeant material; outstanding leader of Soldiers · tremendous leadership potential and knowledge that will allow any squad to succeed · select for CSM in the secondary zone; send to Sergeant’s Major Academy now · functions above current grade and is ready for more responsibility now · assign to demanding leadership positions; his full potential is yet to be realized · potential unlimited for advancement; performing at a higher grade level now · promote to SSG and send to BNCOC · his impeccable leadership skills demand tough leadership positions · has the drive and motivation to be an outstanding 1SG · the best qualified of 33 SGMs in the division to assume the duties of the directorate Sergeant Major · select for drill sergeant duty; this Soldier is who our newly recruited Soldiers need to guide them in the right directions · extremely competent and motivated NCO · intelligence analysis is his strength; send to ANCOC now and immediately employ his skills at the joint theater level · unrivaled leader; absolutely insured and motivates Soldiers to start and complete training on tasks in the least amount of time possible · unlimited potential, promote ahead of peers, send to 1SG’s course and assign as a 1SG · challenge with only the most challenging and demanding assignments as he surely will succeed · has demonstrated potential for positions of increased responsibility · unlimited potential for future assignments · promote to MSG now and send to First Sergeant Course · among the top 10% of analysts I have had the pleasure to work with · one of the most loyal, competent, and motivated noncommissioned officers I have ever observed in four years as 1SG · this SSG is already excelling as a platoon sergeant, promote now…
Read MoreMilitary Bearing & Physical Fitness NCOER Bullets (Success)
· encouraged subordinates to excel in physical training · the platoon/section APFT scores increased by 18% due to his tough PT program · stayed fit and mentally tough despite a tremendous workload, a demanding schedule and 10 hour days · runs PT with his soldiers everyday, can still beat most of them · always set the example for his Soldiers through personal appearance · sustained a rigorous personal physical fitness program despite working countless hours on the night shift · displays a confident and enthusiastic attitude that motivates others · possessed physical and mental stamina to complete any mission · demonstrated excellent stamina, endurance, and mental toughness; never quit and never lets his Soldiers quit · increased PT score by 28 points in only five months · led from the front; exceeded unit standard of 250 on APFT · physically fit Soldier with strong stamina; mentally tough · maintained fitness while on demanding, rotating shift schedule · presents the physical epitome of an NCO · displayed great tenacity and bearing during stressful situations · presented a professional, soldierly appearance at all times · tackled a rigorous fitness regimen; outstandingly fit soldier · chosen to brief CG on three targets; rock solid and poised · took pride in military appearance and bearing · successfully handled demands from superiors · accomplished the mission and maintained a positive attitude despite irregular and extended hours · military appearance was always among the best · maintained a physical fitness program despite working night shifts · continuously displayed confidence and enthusiasm under stressful conditions · presented the highest standards of military bearing and appearance · led from the front; maintained impeccable military bearing, appearance, and mental toughness · member of the unit 10K team that won first place in the AUSA 10K run · led three unit sports teams to be competitive at the community level · his emphasis on battle-focused PT resulted in a unit APFT average of 250, the highest of six units within the battalion · second 272 on his APFT, despite back injury · demonstrated excellent stamina, endurance, and mental toughness while deployed in a combat zone; never quit and never let his Soldiers quit · completed over 1200 miles of bicycle training for unit Nijmegan March · motivated his section to surpass minimum requirements for physical conditioning · built his soldiers’ stamina by conducting road marches and using the confidence and obstacle courses · excels by recognizing the importance of sound physical and mental health for top performance · led from the front; set the standard in military bearing and appearance for his subordinates to emulate · motivated Soldiers to form up, complete and win at company-level sports teams; the first in over three years · provided subordinates with a model worthy of emulation; exemplary conduct and appearance both on and off duty · impeccable military bearing and appearance · led the volleyball team to win in the 21st TAACOM championships · possessed steadfast confidence, determination, and stamina under the stressful conditions indicative of a forward deployed Brigade Combat Team intelligence staff · provided subordinates with a model worthy of emulation; exemplary conduct and appearance both on and off duty · projected self confidence and mental toughness; consistently displays a positive can do attitude · maintained confidence and enthusiasm under pressure · demonstrated the capacity and flexibility to simultaneously handle crisis and contingency · mentally tough; maintained confidence and enthusiasm under a stressful and changing environment · led by example; exceeded company physical fitness standard by scoring 260 on last APFT · demonstrated exceptional stamina, endurance, and mental toughness which motivated Soldiers to accomplish assigned tasks above standard · mentally and physically tough; able to accomplish any mission under the most stressful conditions · motivated his Soldiers to increase their APFT average by more than 30 points · maintained a calm and professional presence at all times; worked extremely well under pressure and knew how to handle stress · projected confidence and authority; military bearing was beyond reproach · displayed strong will, desire and ability to succeed at any level of leadership · displayed a textbook example of military bearing in a high stress deployed operational environment; assertive and straightforward · focused NCO who displayed both mental and physical toughness at all times…
Read MoreMilitary Bearing & Physical Fitness NCOER Bullets (Excellence)
· scored 297 on APFT; set the standard for the platoon to follow · awarded the Army Physical Fitness Badge; scored 283 on last APFT · maintained a team APFT average of 294 · received highest grade on unique SEAL physical fitness test; 300 on APFT · physically fit, scored 300 on most recent APFT · was Post racquetball Championship runner-up · earned the APFT Badge · scored 290 on last Physical Fitness Test · won post boxing championship · selected as MVP for base level softball team · consistently scores 300 on physical fitness tests · earned the Physical Fitness Badge by scoring a 291 on the APFT · consistently averaged over 290 on the physical fitness test with a squad average of a 270 · directly responsible for an increase of platoon average APFT score from 257 to 283 · biked across Georgia; 468 miles in 6 days · conducted a challenging and rigorous platoon PT program which resulted in a platoon average of 270; highest in company · developed a rigorous PT program which resulted in improvement of section APFT scores from an average of 224 to an average of 246 · led command 4-mile runs for last year with one-half pound of screws and braces in his hip · selected Tooele Army Depot’s Athlete of the Year · maintained professional bearing and concern in dealing with over 750 new second lieutenants · won the battalion Iron Award for scoring 356 points on the extended APFT scale · his platoon averaged 286 points on the APFT due to his training · selected as US Army Europe’s NCO of the Year · through his example and leadership the company average on last two APFTs was above 270 · won first place in battalion physical fitness competition with extended APFT score of 496 · coach and starting player for 1st place division basketball team · selected as Post Athlete of the Year · competed and consistently placed 1st with battalion cross country team · qualified for a position on the US Army Parachute Team · improved APFT score by 40 points · raised the platoon PT average score by 50% · a dynamic and energetic NCO who excels in all areas, routinely scores above 290 on each APFT and sets the example for all · achieved the highest score in the company in the most recent Silver Streamer APFT scoring 357 on the extended scale · graduated Ranger, Airborne, Air Assault, and Combat Leaders courses at 41 years of age · rehabilitated blown out knee and won Physical Fitness Badge · completed a physically demanding ascent to the summit of Cotopaxi, 19,757 feet · placed first in weight division in the 1992 Fort Benning Bodybuilding Contest · selected for and competed with the All Army Women’s Basketball Team, won the second place trophy · as company fitness trainer raised company APFT average from 236 to 262 · distinguished Honor Graduate of Master Fitness Trainer Course · won 1992 American Drug Free Powerlifting Association Men’s National Competition · portrayed image of NCO in Spirit of America Pageant before 60,000 spectators, including President Bush · led company marathon relay to a first and second place finish · took first place in the Commander’s Cup over teams from the Army, Air Force, and Marines · consistently scored 300 points on the APFT; recognized as the top runner in the command · through his example and leadership the company average on last two APFTs was above 270 · developed a PT program for the staff which improved each score by at least 20 points · helped his clinic win the Commanders Trophy for APFT Excellence for the fourth consecutive cycle · six out of seven of her Soldiers scored 290 or more on the unit APFT team; APFT average of 294 · completed vigorous physically challenging competitions in the Washington DC Aids Ride, 9/11 Memorial Ride, Army Ten Miler and Marine Corps Marathon · finished first in class on 10K division run · received 1st place in three international weight lifting events · with her proactive involvement, raised her platoon’s APFT average from 227 to 268 · a role model for Soldiers; awarded the Army Physical Fitness Badge by scoring 290 on last APFT, maintained impeccable military bearing and appearance · achieved the highest score in the company in the most recent APFT, scoring 357 on the extended scale…
Read MoreDevelopmental Counseling
Subordinate leadership development is one of the most important responsibilities of every Army leader. Developing the leaders who will come after you should be one of your highest priorities. Your legacy and the Army’s future rests on the shoulders of those you prepare for greater responsibility. Leadership development reviews are a means to focus…
Read MoreDepartment of the Army Letterhead Template and Instructions
The Secretary of The Army has endorsed the use of Department of the Army computer-generated letterhead stationery. This change in policy is reflected in the new release of the revised AR 25-30. The electronic letterhead template is being made available for use with Microsoft Word and can be modified for your specific installation and address. It…
Read MorePRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE STYLE
At various times soldiers will have to communicate their intention through writing. Putting our thoughts on paper is important, but just as important is to ensure that what we have written clearly communicates our intentions. Our understanding of “how to” organize our thoughts into coherent sentences and paragraphs can help ensure that we communicate clearly. The…
Read MorePUT YOUR BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT
The purpose statement. Open with a short, clear purpose sentence. The purpose statement is not the same as the bottom line. It only tells the reader what to expect when reading the paper. A purpose statement does not tell the reader the conclusion(s) the writer draws. Thesis. The bottom line or thesis statement tells your reader what…
Read MoreArmy Awards and Decorations Branch
Take a look at this recent FOUO presentation from the Army Adjutant General Directorate Overview: Awards and Decorations Branch Mission Laws and Regulations U.S. Military Awards Peacetime Awards Approval Authority Wartime Awards Approval Authority Individual Decorations Purple Heart Combat Badges Unit Awards Campaign/Service Awards Routine Challenges in the Awards Program Awards and Decorations Branch Points…
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