CG-3788: Enlisted Evaluation Report (EER) Counseling Sheet, E4–E6

The degree to which the member adhered to uniform and grooming standards, and projected a professional image that brought credit to the Coast Guard

• 1:failed to consistently meet uniform or grooming standards, actions brought discredit.
• 3:complied with standards and projected a professional image.
• 5:consistently exceeded standards and inspired the same in others.
• 7:performance of subordinates, if assigned, was exceptional.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The extent to which the member conformed to military customs, courtesies, and traditions and set and enforced standards for others

• 1:failed to conform, or to address substandard performance of subordinates.
• 3:consistently conformed, showed respect to rank and required the same of others.
• 5:exemplified customs, courtesies, traditions and protocols in all situations.
• 7:inspired similar standards in others.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

The degree to which the member utilized knowledge, skills, and expertise to effectively organize and prioritize tasks, completed quality work and met customer needs

• 1:needed help prioritizing routine tasks, work often missed expectations, failed to stand proper watches.
• 3:used training and procedures to produce good-quality work and stood responsible watches.
• 5:consistently produced expert-quality work and resolved challenging situations on duty.
• 7:anticipated and continually met customer needs.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member demonstrated technical competency and proficiency for rating or current assignment

• 1:knowledge and skill below standard, failed to acquire or keep required qualifications.
• 3:solid grasp of the rate and assignment, met or maintained required qualifications.
• 5:exceptional expertise, achieved or maintained advanced qualifications.
• 7:technical expertise significantly contributed to the unit's mission success.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member was a self starter, acted on new ideas to make improvements, pursued opportunities to learn, and sought additional responsibility

• 1:avoided responsibility and needed constant supervision.
• 3:acted without waiting to be told and volunteered for tasking.
• 5:proactively sought responsibility and acted on improvements.
• 7:enthusiastically took on additional tasks or collateral duties.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

The degree to which the member made sound decisions and provided valid recommendations by using facts, experience, risk assessment, and analytical thought

• 1:failed to make needed decisions or weigh facts, risk, cost or time.
• 3:solved issues within own authority, asked clarifying questions, used facts and experience.
• 5:made appropriate decisions with little guidance and focused on key issues.
• 7:actions showed awareness of the decision's impact on others.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member effectively identified and managed stress and engaged in activities that promoted physical fitness and emotional well-being; maintained personal readiness standards

• 1:lacked effort to comply with readiness standards.
• 3:managed stress, kept medical/readiness, training and qualification requirements, complied with weight standards all period, used alcohol responsibly if at all.
• 5:promoted physical and emotional well-being and helped others with readiness.
• 7:significant commitment to the well-being of self and others.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member continued to assess self, develop professionally, improve current skills and knowledge, and acquire new skills

• 1:failed to assess strengths or weaknesses, no desire for self-improvement.
• 3:routinely assessed self and used opportunities to grow through education or training.
• 5:proactively sought development on or off duty and used training to develop others.
• 7:encouraged others toward self-improvement.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member contributed to team success through collaboration, communication, and contribution to team goals

• 1:not a team player, failed to maintain partnerships.
• 3:engaged team player whose teamwork completed assigned tasks.
• 5:strong team leader who fostered cooperation and recognized team members.
• 7:skillfully used group dynamics for maximum performance.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

The degree to which the member contributed to an environment of mutual respect, fairness, dignity, and compassion, while promoting open communication and a culture of understanding

• 1:dismissed others' ideas and stifled open communication.
• 3:listened actively, sought contributions from all, promoted a respectful atmosphere.
• 5:created a welcoming environment and treated others with dignity and fairness.
• 7:set a positive example to peers and others.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member took responsibility of assigned duties and work area, and held self and others accountable to Coast Guard standards

• 1:did not support policies, conduct hurt the workgroup, failed to enforce standards.
• 3:applied policy and took accountability for assigned work.
• 5:strong ethics, results-oriented, accountable for self and others.
• 7:ensured standards were uniformly enforced and started administrative or disciplinary action when necessary.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The effectiveness of the member to persuade and motivate others to achieve a desired outcome

• 1:had difficulty influencing others or instilling confidence.
• 3:earned respect and kept self and others motivated to complete the work.
• 5:inspired higher performance through example and adapted leadership style.
• 7:leveraged others' abilities for superior results and actively mentored.

On the CG-3788D (E6) this row is Directing Others; read that form's standards. Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

The degree to which the member effectively utilized all forms of communication in formal and informal settings

• 1:inappropriate or disorganized communication, unwilling to accept feedback.
• 3:clear, concise communication; listened and accepted feedback.
• 5:wrote succinctly and spoke in an organized way tailored to the audience.
• 7:presented complex issues and communicated comfortably with all levels of command.

Marks of 1, 2, 3 or 7 need a written comment in the box below the factor.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

Required for a mark of 1, 2, 3 or 7; optional otherwise. Two lines, 220 characters. Give a specific, dated example of the behavior, never a restatement of the standard. Use rank and last name, no gender pronouns.

The degree to which this member, through personal behavior, conformed to the rules, regulations, military standards, and Coast Guard Core Values, both on and off duty

Satisfactory: no NJP, court-martial or civil conviction, and the member supported rules and standards. Unsatisfactory: NJP, CM or civil conviction, or discredit shown by adverse CG-3307 entries (financial irresponsibility, non-support of dependents, alcohol incidents). An unsatisfactory mark needs a separate comment page and restarts Good Conduct eligibility.

Required for everyone. Describe the member's potential for future leadership, including special, independent-duty or command cadre assignments. It is not a command endorsement for those assignments.

Ready: can do the next paygrade's duties now and meets all eligibility and qualification requirements (time in grade is not considered). Not Ready: performing satisfactorily but not yet ready or not yet qualified. Not Recommended: should not advance because of conduct or poor performance. Not Ready and Not Recommended need a separate comment page.

By signing, the supervisor certifies evaluating the member against the written standards and documenting every 1, 2, 3, 7 or unsatisfactory conduct mark.

The approving official discusses any disagreement with the marking official before changing a mark, confirms required comments exist, ensures the member is counseled and signs, and verifies the marks are entered and finalized in Direct Access.

Signing acknowledges the counseling, not agreement. If the member refuses to sign, a unit representative notes the refusal in the signature block and signs; the appeal clock then starts on that date.

The date the member signs the counseling sheet. The 15-day appeal window (45 days for reservists) starts here.

Your talking points for the counseling session. Keep them to observed behavior and dated examples.