Developing Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales for the Machinist's Mate Rating

Abstract

This study details the development of behaviorally anchored rating scales (BARS) for use by self, peer, and supervisory raters, which could be used for assessing the performance of Navy Machinist's Mates (MMs). Four steps were involved: (1) identifying and describing general and task level job performance dimensions, (2) generating performance examples and developing unique behavioral anchors for each of the dimensions, (3) constructing a set of rating forms and assembling them into rating administration packages, and (4) conducting a pilot test of the BARS on a sample of MMs. Results, while limited by sampling constraints suggest that both the general and task level performance rating scales are operating within acceptable limits. A recommendation that the BARS be included in a large scale field test to be administered to fleet MMS is presented. Keywords: Performance measurement, Joint service project, Naval personnel, Theses.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA195403

Entities

People

  • Michael J. Wagner
  • R. Simon
  • Ronald M. Bearden

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Classification
  • Coefficients
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Field Tests
  • Generators
  • Great Lakes
  • Instructions
  • Management Personnel
  • Measurement
  • Mechanical Equipment
  • Performance Tests
  • Personnel Management
  • Personnel Selection
  • Psychology
  • Ratings
  • Reliability
  • Supervisors

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  • Mechanical Engineering/Mechanics of Materials.
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.
  • Systems Analysis and Design