19. In comparison with other officers of his grade and approximate length of service or approximate length of duty assignment, to what degree has this officer exhibited the following qualities?
(a) PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE (Consider the requirements of his various duty assignments and compare them to his professional knowledge.)
NOT OBSERVED
Has exceptional knowledge of his duty assignments. Extremely well informed.
Has excellent knowledge of most phases of his duty assignments. Is well informed on the remaining phases. Occasionally demonstrates exceptional knowledge.
Is well informed on most phases of his duty assignments. Frequently demonstrates excellent knowledge.
Has satisfactory knowledge of routine phases of his duty assignments.
Serious gaps in his knowledge of fundamentals of his duty assignments. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(b) COOPERATION (Consider ability and willingness to work in harmony with and for others.)
NOT OBSERVED
Extremely successful in working with others. Has an outstanding ability to create harmony.
Promotes harmony in dealing with others. A very good team worker.
Gets along well with most people. Knows how to take orders. Fits in with a team.
Indifferent to others. Cooperates occasionally.
Inclined to create friction. Generally not cooperative. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(c) JUDGMENT (Consider his ability to grasp a situation, think clearly, and develop correct and logical conclusions.)
NOT OBSERVED
Outstandingly sound and logical thinker with an exceptional grasp of the situation involved.
Exceptionally good judgment based on sound evaluation of all the factors involved.
Judgment is usually sound and reasonable.
Is prone to neglect or misinterpret facts. Occasionally commits errors in judgment.
Due to faulty judgment, his decisions or recommendations are too frequently wrong. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(d) LEADERSHIP (Consider his ability in organizing, obtaining the cooperation of others, and in directing their efforts effectively.)
NOT OBSERVED
Outstanding skill in directing others results in a very effective unit. Inspires confidence even under very difficult circumstances.
A consistently good leader. Commands respect of his subordinates. Is very effective under difficult circumstances.
Capable leader. Develops good cooperation and teamwork in difficult circumstances. Knows how to give orders.
Generally obtains effective cooperation under normal circumstances.
Fails to command. Unable to exert control. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(e) PROMOTION POTENTIAL (Consider his capacity to handle jobs of increased scope and greater responsibility, ability to learn rapidly, personality, self-improvement efforts, special abilities, and training.)
NOT OBSERVED
Capable of increased responsibility and rapid advancement.
Very promising promotional material.
Demonstrates promise for further growth at moderate rate.
Present job is taxing his capabilities. Requires considerable amount of training.
Definitely limited. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(f) MANAGEMENT EFFECTIVENESS (Consider his utilization of men, money, and materials.)
NOT OBSERVED
Is most effective in the utilization of men, money, and materials.
Is effective in accomplishing extra savings in men, money, and materials by implementing and maintaining improved management procedures.
Conserves men, money, and materials effectively by implementing and maintaining routine management procedures.
Utilizes men, money, and materials in a barely satisfactory manner.
Is needlessly wasteful of men, money, and materials. Is irresponsible in this regard. (Adverse)
*
X
*
(g) REMARKS. Marks in any of the starred (*) boxes must be justified in this section with a brief description of the factors which were considered in evaluating the officer. The justification should be in concrete and specific terms.
Not applicable
20. State your estimate of this officer's capacity for original and constructive professional work and indicate to what degree his performance during this reporting period has reflected that capacity. State concrete attainments wherever possible. If not observed, so state.
Not observed
21. (a) As a general rule, officers should not be shown their fitness reports by the reporting seniors unless the report contains adverse matter. An adverse report must be referred for statement pursuant to Article 1701-(8) Navy Regulations. His statement should be attached to this report.
(b) Has the officer reported on seen this report? YES □ NO X
22. DATE FORWARDED 6 JUL 1956
23. [Signature of reporting officer]
24. [Signature of regular reporting senior if report is concurrent]
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE 16-70109-1