Who should be the reporting senior when writing E-5 evaluations for 28 Petty Officers in a command of 312 members?

The correct choice for the reporting senior when writing evaluations for E-5 petty officers in a command with 312 members is the Executive Officer.

The Executive Officer holds a position that typically oversees the day-to-day operations and personnel management of the command. In a larger command, it is customary for the Executive Officer to take responsibility for the evaluation of junior enlisted personnel, such as E-5s. This ensures that the evaluations are conducted by someone who is closely involved with the performance and professional development of the petty officers being assessed.

While other ranks such as a Chief Petty Officer, Commanding Officer, or Department Head play vital roles in leadership and personnel evaluation, the Executive Officer is specifically positioned to facilitate the evaluation process for the larger group of sailors, thereby providing a standardized and systematic approach to performance assessments within the command. This helps maintain consistency and effectiveness in evaluating the contributions of the E-5 petty officers.