What does the JEPES system aim to balance in evaluations?

The JEPES system is designed to provide a balanced approach to evaluations by integrating both subjective opinions and objective facts. This duality is essential because performance evaluations rely on various perspectives, including the insights of evaluators based on personal observations and experiences, as well as quantifiable metrics that can be objectively measured. By balancing these two elements, the JEPES system helps to create a more comprehensive and fair evaluation of an individual’s performance.

This approach acknowledges that while personal opinions can provide valuable context and insights into a service member's behavior, skills, and contributions, relying solely on subjective impressions could lead to bias or inconsistency. Therefore, incorporating objective facts—such as measurable achievements and documented results—ensures that evaluations are based on a complete picture of the individual’s performance capabilities.

Consequently, options focusing solely on either technical skills, performance under stress, or personal aspirations miss the core aim of JEPES, which is to create a well-rounded evaluation process that fairly assesses a service member’s overall performance and contributions to their unit.