a.
The roles of the senior rater are discussed in detail in paragraphs 2–7 and 2–14.
b.
The senior rater will serve for a minimum period of 90 calendar days in order to render an OER or NCOER on a rated ARNG Soldier.
However, the senior rater may, at their option, evaluate a rated Soldier after being in the position 60 calendar days (see para 3–58).
c.
Senior raters for OERs must meet the grade requirements specified in table 2–1.
d.
The “P” identifier is only authorized for officers meeting criteria in paragraph 2–11.
The “P” identifier is not authorized for use by NCOs.
For use of the “P” identifier with rank designation see paragraph 2–11.
The use of a “P” identifier also extends to rating officials (rater, intermediate rater, and senior rater).
Only those authorized by paragraph 2–11 are able to use the “P” identifier with rank designation on an evaluation report when serving as a rating official.
Referenced Paragraphs and Tables
2–7. Rules for designating a senior rater
Covers:
- Senior rater qualifications
- Minimum grade requirements
- Organizational relationships
- Senior rater responsibilities
- Senior rater designation rules
- Exceptions and restrictions
2–14. Senior rater (DA Form 67–10 series and DA Form 2166–9 series) or reviewing official (DA Form 1059 series)
Covers:
- Senior rater responsibilities
- Evaluation oversight
- Potential assessments
- Counseling and communication responsibilities
- Fairness and consistency requirements
- Evaluation review responsibilities
3–58. “Senior Rater Option” report
Covers:
- Conditions for submitting an “SR-Option” report
- Minimum time requirements
- Senior rater option authority
- Special circumstances for report submission
2–11. The rated Soldier and rating officials selected for promotion
Covers:
- Use of the “P” identifier
- Promotion select status
- Rank designation rules
- Authorized use of promotion identifiers by rating officials
Table 2–1: Minimum grade requirements for senior raters on DA Form 67–10 series and DA Form 2166–9 series
Covers:
- Required grades for senior raters
- Authorized senior rater relationships
- Grade hierarchy requirements for evaluation reports