THE NEW ENLISTED EVALUATION SYSTEM: DID THE AIR FORCE GET IT CORRECT THIS TIME

Abstract

In 2015, the Air Force unveiled a new Enlisted Evaluation System (EES) and related changes to the Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) due to consistent complaints of a broken system. The new EES seems thoroughly researched with a solid foundation in the Weighted Airman Promotion System, but even as it is being implemented the Air Force is finding issues that require adjustments. Air Force leadership has admitted the new system is not perfect; thus, this research examines the EES concepts and procedures using the problem/solution framework with a view on long-term effects to find potential problems. EES history, Sister-service promotion systems and an explanation of the new EES are used to support the conclusion that these changes are effective in addressing the Airmen complaints, although may cause other problems. Recommendations are derived from historical examples, Sister-service procedures, and gaps in direction that could potentially allow the system to create inequities or a perception of subjectivity.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2015
Accession Number
AD1040656

Entities

People

  • Richard C. Barnes

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

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Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Army Personnel
  • Education
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Human Resources
  • Marine Corps
  • Mentoring
  • Military Education
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • Personnel Management
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Supervisors
  • Training

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  • Naval Personnel Management
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