What is the primary role of a supplementary reviewer?

• A. Draft the NCOER
• B. Monitor evaluation practices and provide assistance as needed
• C. Conduct print and distribution
• D. Decide final ratings

Answer: (B)

Monitoring evaluation practices and providing assistance as needed is what the supplementary reviewer is tasked with. This role acts as a safeguard to ensure NCOERs are prepared and processed in line with policy, timelines, and formatting standards. The reviewer looks at how evaluations are conducted, offers guidance to raters on criteria and procedures, and helps resolve issues before submission so the process stays fair and consistent. They are not responsible for drafting the NCOER, handling printing or distribution, or deciding final ratings; those duties belong to the rater/writer and the rating chain, with final ratings determined by the appropriate authority.