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NAVY | BCNR | CY1998 | 07511-98
Original file (07511-98.pdf) Auto-classification: Denied
D E P A R T M E N T  O F  T H E  N A V Y  
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 

2 N A W  ANNEX 

WASHINGTON. D C. 20370-5100 

SMC 
Docket  No:  075 1 1-98 
23  April  1999 

Dear  Staff serg- 

This is in  reference to  your application  for correction of  your  naval  record  pursuant  to  the 
provisions of  title  10 of  the United  States Code, section  1552. 

A three-member pane1,of the  Board  for Correction of  Naval  Records,  sitting in  executive 
session, considered your application on  22  April  1999.  Your  allegations of  error and 
injustice were  reviewed  in  accordance with  administrative regulations and  procedures 
applicable to the proceedings of  this Board.  Documentary material  considered by  the  Board 
consisted of  your application, together  with  all  material submitted  in  support thereof,  your 
naval record  and applicable statutes, regulations and  policies.  In  addition, the  Board 
considered the report of  the  Headquarters Marine Corps Performance Evaluation  Review 
Board  (PERB), dated 22  February  1999, a copy  of  which  is attached. 

After careful and conscientious consideration  of  the entire record,  the  Board  found  that  the 
evidence submitted  was  insufficient to establish  the existence of  probable  material  error or 
injustice.  In  this connection, the Board  substantially concurred  with  the comments contained 
in the q o r t  of  the PERB.  Aciodingly,  your icyplicdiu~~ has  burl dcrkxl.  The naancs and 
votes of  the  members of  the panel  will  be  furnished upon  request. 

It is regretted that  the circumstances of  your case are such  that  favorable action  cannot  be 
taken.  You  are entitled to have  the Board  reconsider  its decision upon  submission of  new 
and  material  evidence or other  matter  not  previously considered by  the  Board. 
regard,  it is  important to  keep  in  mind  that  a presumption of  regularity attaches  to  all  official 

In  this 

records.  Consequently,  when  applying for a correction of an  official naval  record,  the 
burden is on  the applicant to demonstrate the existence of  probable material error or 
injustice. 

Sincerely, 

W.  DEAN  PFEIFFER 
Executive Director 

Enclosure 

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 

HEADQUARTERS U N I T E D  STATES  MARINE CORPS 

3 2 8 0 R U S s E L L R O A D  

QUANTICO,  VIRGINIA 22 1 3 4 - 5  1 0 3  

MMER/ PERB 
FEB  2 2  1999 
MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF 

NAVAL RECORDS 

Subj:  MARINE CORPS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REVIEW BOARD  (PERB) 

ADVISORY 
SERGEANT 

.I s 

ION IN THE CASE OF STAFF 

,USMC 

Ref: 

(a) SSgt 
(b) MCO P1610.7D w/Ch 1 

DD Form 149 of 24 Sep 98 

1.  Per MCO 1610.11B, the Performance Evaluation Review Board, 
with three members present, met on 12 February 1999 to consider 
Staff sergean- 
Removal of the fitness report for the period 971001 to 971231 
(AN) was requested.  Reference  (b) is the performance evaluation 
directive governing submission of the report. 

petition contained in reference  (a) . 

2.  The petitioner argues that the Reporting Senior based the 
evaluation solely on productivity as a recruiter, and not on the 
"whole Marine"  concept.  He also challenges the Reporting 
Senior's  mark of "daily" observation in Item 18.  To support his 
appeal, the petitioner cites his official rebuttal to the report 
and furnishes copies of prior and subsequent fitness reports. 

3.  In its proceedings, the PERB concluded that the report is 
both administratively correct and procedurally complete as 
written and filed.  The following is offered as relevant: 

a.  Notwithstanding the petitioner's  argument and beliefs, the 

Board does not agree that the fitness report was based solely on 
productivity.  His primary duty was that of a "recruiter" and the 
overall evaluation documents his performance in that regard.  The 
Board specifically notes that in addition to declining accom- 
plishments, the peCitionerfs work ethic and attitude had also 
declined  (more than just mere "numbers" )  . 

b.  Since each appraisal chronicles performance during a 

finite period, its comparison with prior and subsequent fitness 
reports is not considered a valid gauge in determining either 
accuracy or validity.  The report at issue reflects the degree to 
which efforts were expended and the intensity and application of 
effort exerted.  While the petitioner has expressed his dissatis- 
faction and states the report is not fair or accurate, he has not 
explained or otherwise documented how his performance rated any 
more than what has been recorded. 

Subj:  MARINE CORPS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REVIEW BOARD  (PERB) 

ADVISORY OPINION ON BCNR APPLICATION IN THE CASE OF STAFF 
SERGEANT 

USMc 

c.  Although the petitioner may have been geographically 

separated from the Reporting Senior, the very nature of recruit- 
ing duty would ensure that the Commanding Officer/Reporting 
Senior was aware of the petitioner's  "daily"  accomplishments.  In 
this regard, the Board discerns no error/injustice in the marking 
of "daily"  in a s  Item 

18. 

. 

4.  The Board's  opinion, based on deliberation and secret ballot 
vote, is that the contested fitness report should remain a part 
of Staff S e r g e a n p f f i c i a l  military record. 

5.  The case is forwarded for final action. 

  valuation  Review Board 
Personnel Management Division 
Manpower and Reserve Affairs 
Department 
By direction of the Commandant 
of the Marine Corps 



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