Writing Enlisted Performance Reports (EPRs)
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SECTION II JOB DESCRIPTION
This section provides information about the position the ratee held in the unit and the nature/level of job responsibilities. The rater develops the information for this section.
Duty title. Enter the approved duty title as of the close-out date. Limit text to 2 lines. If the duty title on the notice is abbreviated and entries are not clear, spell them out. If wrong, enter correct duty title and take appropriate action to change PDS; this action should be initiated upon receipt of the EPR notice. Ensure the duty title is commensurate with the ratee’s grade, AFSC, and responsibility. Refer to AFI 36-2108 for guidance pertaining to duty titles.
Ref MPFM 07-44: Indeterminate (365-day) deployers will use the deployed duty title.
Significant Additional Duty(s)Ref MPFM 07-44: Enter any significant additional duties the ratee may hold. Limit text to two lines. If no significant additional duties, enter “N/A”.
Key Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities. Enter clear description of ratee’s duties. Avoid jargon or acronyms. Describe tasks performed, how selective ratee’s assignment is, and scope or level of responsibility. Include dollar value of projects managed and number of people supervised. You may include earlier duties or additional duties held during reporting period if they influence ratings and comments.
Ref MPFM 07-44: Bullet format is mandatory. Limit text to four lines. Enter information about the position the ratee held in the unit and the nature or level of job responsibilities. The rater develops the information for this section. This description must reflect the uniqueness of each ratee's job. Be specific--include level of responsibility, number of people supervised, dollar value of resources accountable for/projects managed, etc. Make it clear; use plain English. Avoid jargon, acronyms, and topical references--they obscure rather than clarify meaning. You may mention previous jobs held during the reporting period only if it impacts the evaluation.
Indeterminate (365-day) deployers will use the TDY job description.
SECTION III PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
Performance Evaluation. Place an “X” in block that accurately describes ratee’s performance. Give each factor a rating.
Additional evaluators review reports to ensure ratings accurately describe performance and comments are compatible with/support ratings. They must return reports with unsupported statements for additional information or reconsideration of ratings. Additional Evaluators show disagreement with rating by initialing block which accurately describes performance. If block already contains initials or “X”, initial to the immediate right of the block. Comments to support disagreement are required.
1. PRIMARY/ADDITIONAL DUTIES (For SSgt/TSgt also consider Supervisory, Leadership, and Technical Abilities)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Place an “X” in the block that accurately describes the ratee’s performance in his/her primary/additional duties. Comments are mandatory, must be in bullet format, must support the rating, and are limited to four lines.
2. STANDARDS, CONDUCT, CHARACTER & MILITARY BEARING (For SSgt/TSgt also consider Enforcement of Standards and Customs & Courtesies)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Place an “X” in the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets Air Force standards. Comments are mandatory, must be in bullet format, must support the rating, and are limited to two lines. These bullets should demonstrate how the ratee adhered to the standards. Review AirForceWriter.com's list of EPR bullets appropriate for this block.
3. FITNESS (Maintains Air Force Physical Fitness Standards) (For referrals, limit text to 1 line)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Indicate whether the ratee “Does Not Meet”, “Meets” or is “Exempt” on the fitness standard. Mark “Exempt” only for those who are exempt from all four components of the fitness assessment. If member “Does Not Meet Standards”, the rater must make a comment--can mention the score, the behavior that led to not meeting the standard, or progress in the Fitness Improvement Program. If the ratee is meeting the standard, mark the appropriate box and leave the comment area blank.
4. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (For SSgt/TSgt also consider PME, Off-duty Education, Technical Growth, Upgrade Training)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Place an “X” in the block that accurately describes how well the ratee meets training requirements. Comments are mandatory, must be in bullet format, must support the rating, and are limited to two lines. The rater may consider PME completion; however, the rater cannot make comments unless the ratee received an award (John Levitow, Commandant/Leadership Award, Distinguished Graduate or Academic Achievement Award). It is acceptable to document Career Development Course (CDC) test results; these are not considered under WAPS. It is prohibited to document any type of WAPS test scores or board results.
5. TEAMWORK/FOLLOWERSHIP (For SSgt/TSgt also consider Leadership, Team Accomplishments, Recognition/Reward Others)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Place an “X” in the block that accurately describes how well the ratee works with others. Comments are mandatory, must be in bullet format, must support the rating, and are limited to two lines.
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6. OTHER COMMENTS (Consider Promotion, Future Duty/Assignment/Education Recommendation and Safety, Security & Human Relations)
Ref MPFM 07-44: Comments are optional; however if used, bullet format is mandatory. Comments are limited to two lines. This section may also be used to spell out uncommon acronyms. NOTE: Stratification is prohibited for AB – TSgt.
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SECTION IV RATER INFORMATION
Ref MPFM 07-44: Enter Rater’s information as of the close-out date. Use the following guidelines when entering identification data:
a. Enter only the last four digits of the SSN. If the evaluator is a civilian or a member of a foreign service no entry is required.
b. When the evaluator is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) or ANG Military Technician use the military grade and duty title.
c. If the rater is performing additional duty and prepares the report based on that duty, enter the additional duty title on the EPR.
Ref MPFM 07-44: Normally, when an evaluator other than the rater changes after a report closes out, but before it is ready for endorsement, the new evaluator endorses the report using his or her duty information as of the signature date. This is a general rule that may be modified to suit unique circumstances. For example, a new evaluator may not be available if a departed evaluator has not been replaced when the report is ready for endorsement. Additionally, if the organizational structure changes in conjunction with an evaluator change, the new evaluator may not qualify to endorse the report (due to position or grade requirements). In these cases, it may be more appropriate (or necessary) to have the departed evaluator endorse the report (using his or her duty information as of the report close-out date), or it may be necessary to identify another individual to indorse the report. Judgment must be applied to determine which option is in the best interests of the Air Force and will result in the most accurate and meaningful report. If any doubt exists as to the appropriateness of the exception chosen or guidance is necessary, evaluators should contact their servicing CSS or MPF who will contact HQ AFPC/DPPPEP or HQ ARPC/DPBR, as appropriate, for guidance. See AFI 36-2406, paragraph 3.1.5., paragraph 3.2.2.3. and paragraph 3.2.5.4. for additional information regarding rater changes.