Command Positions
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[edit] Commanding Officer (CO)
The CO is the overall commander of the ship or facility, and is generally referred to as Captain regardless of actual rank. He/she generally controls operations during Alpha shift, and gives commands to all crew. Starbase CO's are responsible for controlling arrivals/departures and movements of all ships. The CO is also responsible for the safety of everyone under his/her command, and is also held accountable for crew actions. The CO must also ensure that all Starfleet and Federation rules and regulations are followed. During Emergencies the CO is called as Duty Officer on the Bridge or in Main OPS at bases. The CO reports to Starfleet Command.
[edit] Executive Officer (XO)
The XO is second in command, also referred to as the First Officer. If the CO is absent, he/she can take over his/her duties. He/she can give orders to anyone except the CO, and usually leads any away teams or special missions. All department heads report to the XO, who also deals with organizational schedules aboard station. During Emergencies the XO is called to the Bridge or Main OPS.
[edit] Second Officer (SO or 2O)
Usually the most Senior Department Head takes the role of Second Officer, and can assume the role of XO or CO if needed. The Second Officer typically takes Bridge or Main OPS Command during Third Shift. Reports to the XO.
[edit] Yeoman (YM)
The Yeoman is an enlisted administration position. They complete file work, general secretarial duties and transport sensitive messages on occasion. Reports to the officer they are assigned (CO, XO or other).
[edit] Quartermaster/Command Master Chief (CMC)
The Quartermaster/CMC is the senior Enlisted Officer of the vessel/base. He/she is the liaison between the Enlisted Corps and Fleet Officers. The CMC sets the agenda and protocols in training of crew in operations, and repairs; maintains the official logs, the official clock, watch and duty assignments for all OPS personnel; may assume any Bridge or Operations role as required; and is qualified to temporarily act as Commanding or Executive Officer if so ordered. The CMC reports to the Executive Officer or Chief of Operations as needed.
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