| Command Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Command Department, which is represented by the color red. The positions of the Command Department include: Commanding Officer Executive Officer Second Executive Officer Chief of the Boat Mission Advisor Morale Officer Commanding Officer's Yeoman (Assistant) Commanding Officer Every Starfleet Facility has a single commanding officer responsible for the safety of his/her crew and the success of their missions. S/he has final accountability for any actions taken by his/her crew, and Starfleet goes to great lengths to prepare a CO for the job ahead, including the interpretation and execution of Starfleet rules and regulations. Each CO is responsible for building and maintaining a website for their ship, for beginning and ending missions, and sending in monthly reports to his or her Task Force CO to keep him informed of the events on his or her ship. Executive Officer He is responsible for representing the CO to the officer crew, as well as insuring the orders of the CO are carried out by all hands. He makes sure all stations are operating at peak efficiency. In times of crisis, the XO may be designated as Commander Pro Tempore and is one of two officers capable of jointly removing the CO from command. At the end of each mission, the XO and CO determine any promotions that have been warranted over that mission. Second Officer At times the XO must assume command of a Starship or base, when this happens the XO needs the help of another officer to assume his/her role as XO. The second officer is not a stand alone position, but a role given to the highest ranked and trusted officer aboard. When required the Second Officer will assume the role of XO, or if needed CO, and performs there duties as listed, for as long as required. Command Master Chief The senior-most Chief Petty Officer (including Senior and Master Chiefs), regardless of rating, is designated by the Commanding Officer as the Chief of the Boat (for vessels) or Command Chief (for Starbases). In addition to his or her departmental responsibilities, the COB/CC performs the following duties: serves as a liaison between the Commanding Officer (or Executive Officer) and the enlisted crewmen; ensures enlisted crews understand Command policies; advises the Commanding Officer and Executive Officer regarding enlisted morale, and evaluates the quality of noncommissioned officer leadership, management, and supervisory training. The COB/CC works with the other department heads, Chiefs, supervisors, and crewmen to insure discipline is equitably maintained, and the welfare, morale, and health needs of the enlisted personnel are met. The COB/CC is qualified to temporarily act as Commanding or Executive Officer if so ordered. Mission Advisor Advises the CO/XO on mission-specific areas of importance. Many times, the Mission Advisor knows just as much about the mission as the CO and XO do, if not even more. He or she also performs mission-specific tasks, and can take on any roles that a mission requires him or her to do. Often a department head in his/her own right. Morale Officer Responsible for keeping the morale of the crew high. Delivers regular reports on morale to the XO. The Morale Officer plans activities that will keep the crew's morale and demeanor up. If any crew member is having problems, IC or OOC, the Morale Officer can assist that crew member. Must concurrently hold another staff position, not required to be department head. Adjutant The Captain's Yeoman is for Petty Officers who wish to continue as administrators. It is technically a non-Mate position. Use of this position is completely at the discretion of the Commanding Officer. File work, and sensitive message transport are but two examples of the Yeoman's possible duties. The Yeoman assists the CO in day-to-day duties that the CO would otherwise not have the time to do. Flight Control Department These descriptions are for the Flight Control Department, which is represented by the color red. The positions of the Flight Control Department include: Chief Flight Control Officer Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer Flight Control Officer Chief Shuttle / Runabout Pilot Assistant Chief Shuttle / Runabout Pilot Shuttle / Runabout Pilot Chief Flight Control Officer Origninakly known as helm, or Flight Control Officer, CONN incorporates two job, Navigation and flight control. A Flight Control Officer must always be present on the bridge of a starship. S/he plots courses, supervises the computers piloting, corrects any flight deviations and pilots the ship manually when needed. The Chief Flight Control Officer is the senior most CONN Officer aboard, serving as a Senior Officer, and Chief of the Personnel under him/her. Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer Origninally know as helm, or Flight Control Officer, CONN incorporates two job, navigation and flight control. A Flight Control Officer must always be present on the bridge of a starship, and every vessel has a number of Flight Control Officers to allow shift rotations. S/he plots courses, supervises the computers piloting, corrects any flight deviations and pilots the ship manually when needed. Flight Control Officers report to the Chief Flight Control Officer. The Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer is the second-in-command of the Flight Control Department, and is able to assume the duties of Chief Flight Control Officer on a temporary or permanent basis as so needed. Flight Control Officer Origninally know as helm, or Flight Control Officer, CONN incorporates two job, navigation and flight control. A Flight Control Officer must always be present on the bridge of a starship, and every vessel has a number of Flight Control Officers to allow shift rotations. S/he plots courses, supervises the computers piloting, corrects any flight deviations and pilots the ship manually when needed. Flight Control Officers report to the Chief Flight Control Officer. Chief Shuttle / Runabout Pilot All small spacecrafts aboard a starship or Starbase (Shuttles, Runabouts, Captain's yacht etc.) are flown by Shuttle Pilots. This is often the proving ground for new Flight Control Officers until they earn a berth on a starship. Her/his direct superior is the Flight Control Officer. Assistant Chief Shuttle / Runabout Pilot All small spacecrafts aboard a starship or Starbase (Shuttles, Runabouts, Captain's yacht etc.) are flown by Shuttle Pilots. This is often the proving ground for new Flight Control Officers until they earn a berth on a starship. Her/his direct superior is the Flight Control Officer. Shuttle / Runabout Pilot All small spacecrafts aboard a starship or Starbase (Shuttles, Runabouts, Captain's yacht etc.) are flown by Shuttle Pilots. This is often the proving ground for new Flight Control Officers until they earn a berth on a starship. Her/his direct superior is the Flight Control Officer. Diplomatic Corps Detachment Descriptions These descriptions are for the Diplomatic Corps Detachment, which is represented by the color purple. The positions of the Diplomatic Corps Detachment include: Chief Diplomatic Officer Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer Diplomatic Officer Diplomat's Aide Chief Diplomatic Officer The Diplomatic Officer of each vessel/base must be familiar with a variety of areas: history, politics, economics, and military, and understand how they affect potential threats. A wide range of operations can occur in response to these areas and threats. These operations occur within three general states of being: peacetime competition, conflict and war. S/he must be equally flexible and demonstrate initiative, agility, depth, synchronization, and improvisation to provide responsive legal services to his/her CO as well a diplomatic advise on current status of an Alien Species both aligned and non aligned to the Federation. The Chief Diplomatic Officer is in charge of the Diplomatic Corps Detachment. He or she oversees the operation of it, as well as makes sure everything in that department is carried out according to Starfleet Regulations. Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer The Diplomatic Officer of each vessel/base must be familiar with a variety of areas: history, politics, economics, and military, and understand how they affect potential threats. A wide range of operations can occur in response to these areas and threats. These operations occur within three general states of being: peacetime competition, conflict and war. S/he must be equally flexible and demonstrate initiative, agility, depth, synchronisation, and improvisation to provide responsive legal services to his/her CO as well a diplomatic advise on current status of an Alien Species both aligned and non aligned to the Federation. The Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer is the second-in-command of the Diplomatic Corps Detachment. If necessary, he or she can take the place of the Chief Diplomatic Officer on a temporary or permanent basis. Diplomatic Officer The Diplomatic Officer of each vessel/base must be familiar with a variety of areas: history, politics, economics, and military, and understand how they affect potential threats. A wide range of operations can occur in response to these areas and threats. These operations occur within three general states of being: peacetime competition, conflict and war. S/he must be equally flexible and demonstrate initiative, agility, depth, synchronisation, and improvisation to provide responsive legal services to his/her CO as well a diplomatic advise on current status of an Alien Species both aligned and non aligned to the Federation. Diplomat's Aide The Diplomat's Aide assists the Chief Diplomatic Officer whenever and however needed. The Aide is an enlisted officer who has training in the diplomatic field, and can do the job of a regular diplomatic officer if needed. Communications Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Communications Department, which is represented by the color red. The positions of the Communications Department include: Chief Communications Officer Assistant Chief Communications Officer Communications Officer Chief Communications Officer Communications is a vital part of each and every starship and starbase. The Communications Officer monitors any and all transmissions aboard ship, as well as externally. The Communications Officer is an experienced linguist, proficient in many different languages. The Chief Communications Officer is responsible for all of the personnel in his or her department. The Chief Communications Officer reports to the CO and XO. Assistant Chief Communications Officer Communications is a vital part of each and every starship and starbase. The Communications Officer monitors any and all transmissions aboard ship, as well as externally. The Communications Officer is an experienced linguist, proficient in many different languages. The Assistant Chief Communications Officer is capable to take over for the Chief Communications Officer on a temporary or permanent basis if so needed. Communications Officer Communications is a vital part of each and every starship and starbase. The Communications Officer monitors any and all transmissions aboard ship, as well as externally. The Communications Officer is an experienced linguist, proficient in many different languages. Operations Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Operations Department, which is represented by the color yellow. The positions of the Operations Department include: Chief Operations Officer Assistant Chief Operations Officer Operations Officer Boatswain Boatswain's Mate Material's Officer Quartermaster Chief Operations Officer The Chief Operations Officer has the primary responsibility of ensuring that ship functions, such as the use of the lateral sensor array, do not interfere with one and another. S/he must prioritize resource allocations, so that the most critical activities can have every chance of success. If so required, s/he can curtail shipboard functions if s/he thinks they will interfere with the ship's current mission or routine operations. The Chief Operations Officer is a Department head, and a member of the Senior Staff. Assistant Chief Operations Officer The Chief Operations Officer cannot man the bridge at all times. Extra personnel are needed to relive and maintain ship operations. The Operations Officers are thus assistants to the Chief, fulfilling his/her duties when required, and assuming the Operations consoles if required at any time. The Assistant Chief Operations Officer is the second-in-command of the Operations Department, and can assume the role of Chief Operations Officer on a temporary or permanent basis if so needed. Operations Officer The Chief Operations Officer cannot man the bridge at all times. Extra personnel are needed to relive and maintain ship operations. The Operations Officers are thus assistants to the Chief, fulfilling his/her duties when required, and assuming the Operations consoles if required at any time. The Operations Officer reports to the Chief Operations Officer. Boatswain Each vessel and base has one Warrant Officer (or Chief Warrant Officer) who holds the position of Boatswain. The Boatswain (pronounced and also written "Bosun" or "Bos'n") trains and supervises personnel (including both the ship's company or base personnel as well as passengers or vessels) in general ship and base operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Operations personnel; sets the agenda for instruction in general ship and base operations; supervises auxiliary and utility service personnel and daily ship or base maintenance; coordinates all personnel cross-trained in damage control operations and supervises damage control and emergency operations; may assume any Bridge or Operations role as required; and is qualified to temporarily act at Operations if so ordered. The Boatswain reports to the Chief Operations Officer. Boatswain's Mate The Boatswain, like many other positions, needs help at times. The Boatswain's Mate is an NCO that assists the Boatswain and helps out in the Operations Department whereever needed. Materials Officer Replicator usage can allow the fabrication of nearly any critical mission part, but large-scale replication is not considered energy-efficient except in emergency situations. However, in such situations, power usage is strictly limited, so it is unwise to depend upon the availability of replicated spare parts. Thus a ship/facility must maintain a significant stock of spare parts in inventory at all times. The Materials Officer is the person responsible for the requesting part from Starfleet and maintaining the stock and inventory of all spare parts. All request for supplies are passed to the Materials Officer, who check and send the final request to the XO for final approval. A good Materials Officer is never caught short on supplies. Quartermaster The Quartermaster trains and supervises crewmen in Bridge operations, repairs, and protocols and sets the agenda for instruction in general ship and starbase operations for the Boatswainıs Mate; maintains the ship's log, the ship's clock, and watch and duty assignments for all Bridge personnel; may assume any Bridge (i.e. CONN) or Operations role (i.e. transporter) as required; and is qualified to temporarily act as Commanding or Executive Officer if so ordered. Quartermasters ensure that all officers and crew perform their duties consistent with Starfleet directives. The Quartermaster reports to the Executive Officer. Strategic Operations Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Command Department, which is represented by the color red. The positions of the Command Department include: Chief Strategic Operations Officer Assistant Chief Strategic Operations Officer Strategic Operations Officer Strategist's Mate Chief Strategic Operations Officer Strategic Operations coordinates battle strategy, as well as keeping the CO, XO, and CoB informed of anything, military or political, in the galaxy at large that needs to be known. The Strategic Operations Officer works closely with tactical, especially in battle situations. The Chief Strategic Operations Officer is in charge of all of the officers in the Strategic Operations Department, and is considered a department head. Assistant Chief Strategic Operations Officer Strategic Operations coordinates battle strategy, as well as keeping the CO, XO, and CoB informed of anything, military or political, in the galaxy at large that needs to be known. The Strategic Operations Officer works closely with tactical, especially in battle situations. The Assistant Chief Strategic Operations Officer has the ability to take over as the Chief Strategic Operations Officer on a temporary or permanent basis if so needed. Strategic Operations Officer Strategic Operations coordinates battle strategy, as well as keeping the CO, XO, and CoB informed of anything, military or political, in the galaxy at large that needs to be known. The Strategic Operations Officer works closely with tactical, especially in battle situations. Strategist's Mate The Strategist's Mate is someone who excels in the field of strategy. S/he is the senior-most NCO of the Strategic Operations Department. S/he is an important part of the Strategic Operations Department, and has the ability to take over as Strategic Ops Officer if so needed. Intelligence Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Intelligence Department, which is represented by the color gray. The positions of the Intelligence Department include: Chief Intelligence Officer Intelligence Officer Infiltration Specialist Collections Manager Crypto/Analysis Specialist Chief Intelligence Officer S/he is responsible for organizing all intelligence the department's gathered and presenting it to the duty station's CO. S/he assists the CO, Strategic Operations Officer (if one is present) and the Security/Tactical Officer, sometimes the Marine CO as well. S/he offers advice on ship/starbase operations, especially in times of conflict or covert missions. Intelligence Officer S/he is assists the Chief Intelligence Officer in organizing all intelligence the department's gathered and presenting it to the duty station's CO. S/he assists the CO, Strategic Operations Officer (if one is present) and the Security/Tactical Officer, sometimes the Marine CO as well. S/he offers advice on ship/starbase operations, especially in times of conflict or covert missions. S/he must be able to take over for the Chief if needed. Infiltration Specialist This Warrant Officer is trained the arts of covert operations and infiltration. They are trained to get into and out of enemy instillations, territory, etc. Once in, they can gather intel, or if needed plant explosives, and even in times of war capture of enemy personnel. Collections Manager This NCO organizes the collection of intelligence in all forms. Knowing the limits of all intelligence gathering platforms they can direct the best way to gain a specific type of information Crypto/Analysis Specialist This NCO takes submitted intelligence reports and runs through algorithm, checks for keywords that denote mistyped classification and then puts the report into crypto form and then sends them through the proper channels of communication to either on board ship consoles or off board to who ever needs to receive it. Security/Tactical Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Security Department, which is represented by the color yellow. The positions of the Security/Tactical Department include: Chief Security/Tactical Officer Assistant Chief Security/Tactical Officer Security/Tactical Officer Security Crewman / Brig Officer Security Crewman / VIP Bodyguard Master-at-Arms Gunner's Mate Chief Security/Tactical Officer In the Chief Security Officer role, her/his duty is to ensure the safety of ship and crew. The Chief of Security takes it as their personal duty to protect the Commanding/Executive Officer on away teams. She/he is also responsible for people under arrest and the safety of guests, liked or not. S/he also is a department head and a member of the senior staff, responsible for all the crew members in her/his department and duty rosters. Security could be called the 24th century police force. In the Chief Tactical Officer role, s/he is the vessels gunman. S/he is responsible for the ships weapon system, and is also the COs tactical advisor in Star Ship Combat matters. Very often Tactical Officers are also trained in ground combat and small unit tactics. There is much more to tactical than simply overseeing the weapons console on the bridge. Tactical maintains the weapons systems aboard the ship/starbase, maintaining and reloading photons magazines. Tactical planning and current Intelligence analysis (if no Intelligence operatives are aboard) is also overseen by the tactical department. Assistant Chief Security/Tactical Officer The Assistant Chief Security/Tactical Officer S/he assists the Chief of Security/Tactical in the daily work; in issues regarding security/tactical and any administrative matters. There is much more to tactical than simply overseeing the weapons console on the bridge. Tactical maintains the weapons systems aboard the ship/starbase, maintaining and reloading photons magazines. Tactical planning and current Intelligence analysis (if no Intelligence officers are aboard) is also overseen by the tactical department. As and if required the Deputy must be able to take command of the Security/Tactical department. Security/Tactical Officer There are several Security Officers aboard of each vessel. They are assigned to their duties by the Chief of Security/Tactical and his/her Deputy and mostly guard sensitive areas, protect people, patrol, and handle other threats to the Federation. The Tactical Officers are the vessels gunmen. They assist the Chief Security/Tactical Officer by running and maintaining the numerous weapons systems aboard the ship/starbase, and analysis and tactical planning of current missions. Very often Tactical Officers are also trained in ground combat and small unit tactics. Brig Officer The Brig Officer is a Security Officer who has chosen to specialize in a specific role. S/he guards the brig and its cells. But there are other duties associated with this post as well. S/he is responsible for any prisoner transport, and the questioning of prisoners. Often Brig Officers have a good knowledge of forcefield technology, and are experts in escaping such confinements. VIP Bodyguard VIPs are sometimes difficult people to get along with. They want this and that, and want it as soon as they ask for it. So a VIP Bodyguard has not only to guarantee for the safety of the person s/he guards, but must also be good at organizing the requests from VIPs. More than once s/he has to be diplomatic about what s/he has heard while staying in the vicinity of there VIP guests. As with brig Officers, VIP Bodyguards are specialist Security Officers, and when not serving a VIP most Bodyguards partake in normal Security duties. Master- at- Arms The Master-at-Arms trains and supervises Security crewmen in departmental operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Security personnel; supervises weapons locker access and firearm deployment; and is qualified to temporarily act as Chief of Security if so ordered. The Master-at-Arms reports to the Chief of Security. Gunner's Mate The Gunner's Mate trains and supervises Tactical crewmen in tactical operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Tactical personnel; supervises ordnance inventory, preparation, and deployment; and is qualifed to temporarily act as Chief Tactical Officer if so ordered. The Gunner's Mate reports to the Deputy of Tactical. Engineering Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Engineering Department, which is represented by the color yellow. The positions of the Engineering Department include: Chief Engineering Officer Assistant Chief Engineering Officer Engineering Officer Communications Specialist Computer Systems Specialist Damage Control Specialist Impulse Systems Specialist Matter / Energy Systems Specialist Sensor Systems Specialist Shuttlecraft Maintenance Specialist Structural & Environmental Specialist Transporter Chief Warp Systems Specialist Engineer's Mate Chief Engineering Officer The Chief Engineer is responsible for the condition of all systems and equipment on board a Starfleet ship or facility. S/he oversees maintenance, repairs and upgrades of all equipment. S/he is also responsible for the many repairs teams during crisis situations. The Chief Engineer is not only the Department head but also a Senior Officer, responsible for all the crew members in her/his department and maintenance of the duty rosters. Assistant Chief Engineering Officer The Assistant Chief Engineer assists the Chief Engineer in the daily work; in issues regarding mechanical, administrative matters and co-ordaining repairs with other departments. If so required the Asst. Chief Engineer must be able to take over as Chief Engineer, and thus must be versed in current information regarding the ship or facility. Engineering Officer There are several non-specialized Engineers aboard of each vessel. They are assigned to their duties by the Chief Engineer and his Assistant, performing a number of different tasks as required (i.e. general maintenance and repair). Generally Engineers as assigned to more specialized Engineering person to assist in there work is so requested by the specialized Engineer. Communications Specialist The Communications Specialist is a specialized Engineer. Communication aboard a ship or facility takes two basic forms, voice and data. Both are handled by the onboard computer system and dedicated hardware. The vastness and complexity of this system requires a dedicated team to maintain the system. The Communications Specialist is the Officer in charge of this team, which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned to the team by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Communications Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Computer Systems Specialist The Computer Systems Specialist is a specialized Engineer. The new generation of Computer systems are highly developed. This system needs much maintenance and the Computer Systems Specialist was introduced to relieve the Science Officer, whose duty this was in the very early days. A small team is assigned to the Computer Systems Specialist, which is made up from NCO personnel assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Computer Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Damage Control Specialist The Damage Control Specialist is a specialized Engineer. The Damage Control Specialist controls all damage control aboard the ship when it gets damaged in battle. S/he oversees all damage repair aboard the ship, and coordinates repair teams on the smaller jobs so the Chief Engineer can worry about other matters. A small team is assigned to the Damage Control Specialist which is made up from NCO personnel assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Damage Control Specialist reports to the Asst. and Chief Engineer. Impulse Systems Specialist The Impulse Systems Specialist is a specialized Engineer. The complexity of the impulse systems of any starship is further complicated by the different settings required for each ship. No two vessels have exactly the same system aboard, and all settings require careful maintenance and checks to ensure peek performance. On smaller vessels this task may be performed by the Chief Engineer, but larger vessel have a dedicated Officer who's role to to ensure the impulse systems run under any condition. A small team is assigned to the Impulse Systems Specialist which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Warp Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Matter / Energy Systems Specialist The Matter / Energy Systems Specialist is a specialized Engineer. All aspect of matter energy transfers with the sole exception of the warp drive systems are handled by the Matter/Energy Systems Specialist. Such areas involved are transporter and replicator systems. The Matter/Energy Systems Specialist is the Officer in charge of a small team, which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Matter/Energy Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Sensor Systems Specialist The Sensor Systems Specialist is a specialized Engineer. Dedicated to the maintenance and operation of the navigation deflector, guidance, helm, reaction control systems and all other sensor systems. A small team is assigned to the Sensor Systems Specialist, which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Sensor Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Shuttlecraft Maintenance Specialist Shuttlecraft Maintenance is a specialized Engineer post. This Officer is assigned to the Shuttle Maintenance Deck (sometimes called the Flight Deck, but generally only if Fighter Pilot personnel are assigned), and is responsible for the service and repair of all small vessel assigned to the Starship or facility. The flight deck must maintain a set number for craft at all times for evacuation purposes in case of emergency. A team is assigned to the Engineer in charge of Shuttlecraft Maintenance, which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Engineer in charge of Shuttlecraft Maintenance reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Should the vessel of facility have a dedicated Fighter Pilot Department assigned, then maintenance of these craft falls under the service of the Shuttlecraft Maintenance teams, Engineer in charge of Shuttlecraft Maintenance will report required information to the Wing Commander. Structural / Environmental Systems Specialist The Structural and Environmental Systems Specialist is a specialised Engineer. From a small ship/facility to a large one, all requires constant monitoring. The hull, bulkheads, walls, Jeffrey's tubes, turbolifts, structural integrity field, internal dampening field, and environmental systems are all monitored and maintained by this officer and his/her team. The team assigned to the Structural and Environmental Systems Specialist is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Structural and Environmental Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Transporter Chief The Transporter Chief is responsible for all transports to and from other ships and any planetary bodies. When transporting is not going on, the Transporter Chief is responsible for keeping the transporters running at peak efficiency. The team assigned to the Transporter Chief is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Transporter Chief reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Warp Systems Specialist The Warp Systems Specialist is a specialized Engineer. The complexity of the Warp Drive system and impulse systems of any starship is further complicated by the different settings required for each ship. No two vessels have exactly the same system aboard, and all settings require careful maintenance and checks to ensure peek performance. On smaller vessels this task may be performed by the Chief Engineer, but larger vessel have a dedicated Officer who's role to to ensure the Warp Drive system and impulse systems runs under any condition. A small team is assigned to the Warp Systems Specialist which is made up from NCO personnel, assigned by the Asst. and Chief Engineer. The Warp Systems Specialist reports to the Asst and Chief Engineer. Engineer's Mate The Engineer's Mate trains and supervises Engineering crewmen in departmental operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Engineering personnel; and is qualified to temporarily act as Chief Engineer if so ordered. The Engineer's Mate reports to the Chief Engineer. Medical Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Medical Department, which is represented by the color teal. The positions of the Medical Department include: Chief Medical Officer Assistant Chief Medical Officer Medical Officer Head Nurse Nurse Physician's Mate Chief Medical Officer The Chief Medical Officer is responsible for the physical health of the entire crew, but does more than patch up injured crew members. His/her function is to ensure that they do not get sick or injured to begin with, and to this end monitors their health and conditioning with regular check ups. If necessary, the Chief Medical Officer can remove anyone from duty, even a commanding officer. Besides this s/he is available to provide medical advice to any individual who requests it. Additionally the Chief is also responsible for all aspect of the medical deck, such as the Medical labs, Surgical sweats and Dentistry's. S/he also is a department head and a member of the Senior Staff and responsible for all the crew members in her/his department and duty rosters. Assistant Chief Medical Officer He is responsible for representing the CO to the officer crew, as well as insuring the orders of the CO are carried out by all hands. He makes sure all stations are operating at peak efficiency. In times of crisis, the XO may be designated as Commander Pro Tempore and is one of two officers capable of jointly removing the CO from command. The Executive Officer also helps with many aspects of the Aquarius. At the end of each mission, the XO and CO determine any and all promotions. The XO can also help with new crew members, website work, etc. Medical Officer Medical Officer undertake the majority of the work aboard the ship/facility, examining the crew, and administering medical care under the instruction of the Chief Medical Officer and Asst. Chief. Medical Officers also run the other Medical areas not directly overseen by the Chief Medical Officer. Head Nurse The Head Nurse oversees all the Nurses currently aboard, ensuring they are assigned to task and working as required in there area. Additionally the Head nurse performs the normal duties of the nurse, assisting the Duty Medical Officer in sickbay. Nurse Nurses are trained in basic medical care, and are capable of dealing with less serious medical cases. In more serious matters the nurse assist the medical officer in the examination and administration of medical care, be this injecting required drugs, or simply assuring the injured party that they will be ok. The Nurses also maintain the medical wards, overseeing the patients and ensuring they are receiving medication and care as instructed by the Medical Officer. Physician's Mate The Physician's Mate trains and supervises Medical crewmen in departmental operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Medical personnel; leads triage and emergency medical efforts when necessary; co-ordinates all personnel cross-trained in emergency medical operations; and is qualified to temporarily act as Chief Medical Officer (except where surgical procedures must be performed) if so ordered. The Physician's Mate reports to the Chief Science Officer Counseling Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Counseling Department, which is represented by the color teal. The positions of the Counseling Department include: Chief Counselor Assistant Chief Counselor Counselor Counselor's Aide Chief Counselor Because of their training in psychology, technically the ship's/facility's Counselor is considered part of Starfleet medical. The Counselor is responsible both for advising the CO in dealing with other people and races, and in helping crew members with personal, psychological, and emotional problems. The Chief Counselor is considered a member of the Senior Staff. S/he is responsible for the crew in his/her department. The Chief Counselor is the Counselor with the highest rank and most experience. Assistant Chief Counselor Because of their training in psychology, technically the ship's/facility's Counselor is considered part of Starfleet medical. The Counselor is responsible both for advising the CO in dealing with other people and races, and in helping crew members with personal, psychological, and emotional problems. The Assistant Chief Counselor has the ability to take over as Chief Counselor on a temporary or permanent basis if so needed. Counselor Because of their training in psychology, technically the ship's/facility's Counselor is considered part of Starfleet medical. The Counselor is responsible both for advising the CO in dealing with other people and races, and in helping crew members with personal, psychological, and emotional problems. Counselor's Aide The Counselor's Aide helps keep all the matters of the Counseling Department in order. S/he assigns appointments for anyone needing them, and assists the Counselors with anything that they may need. Science Department Descriptions These descriptions are for the Science Department, which is represented by the color teal. The positions of the Science Department include: Chief Science Officer Assistant Chief Science Officer Science Officer Alien Anthropologist Astrometrics Officer Biologist Historian Language Specialist Physicist Stellar Cartographer Scientist's Mate Chief Science Officer The Chief Science Officer is responsible for all the scientific data the ship/facility collects, and the distribution of such data to specific section within the department for analysis. S/he is also responsible with providing the ship's captain with scientific information needed for command decisions. S/he also is a department head and a member of the Senior Staff and responsible for all the crew members in her/his department and duty rosters. Assistant Chief Science Officer The Asst. Chief Science Officer assists Chief in all areas, such as administration, and analysis of scientific data. The Asst. often take part in specific analysis of important data along with the Chief Science Officer, however spends most time overseeing current project and their section heads. Science Officer There are several general Science Officers aboard each vessel. They are assigned to their duties by the Chief Science Officer and his Assistant. Assignments include work for the Specialized Section heads, as well as duties for work been carried out by the Chief and Asst. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer, or the section head they are assigned to. Alien Anthropologist / Anthropologist Specialised Science Officer in charge of the Alien Culture Section. This role involves the study of all newly discovered alien species and life forms, from the long dead to thriving. There knowledge also involves current known alien species. Has close ties to the History Section. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Astrometrics Officer Specialized Science Officer in charge of the Astrometrics Section. This role entails the maintaining, correction and production of new stellar maps. Has close ties with the the Physics and Stellar Cartographer Sections. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Biologist Specialised Science Officer in charge of the Biology Section. This role entails the study of biology, botany, zoology and many more Life Sciences. On larger ships there many be a number of Science Officers within this section, under the lead of the Biologist. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Historian Specialized Science Officer in charge of the History section. This role entails the detailed study of civilizations past histories, and there implication and involvement in the future development of cultures. Has close ties to the Alien Culture Section. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Language Specialist Specialized Science Officer in charge of the Linguistics section. This role involves the study of new and old languages and text in an attempt to better understand and interpret there meaning. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Physicist Specialized Science Officer in charge of the Physics Section. This role entails the study of mathematical calculations and there implication and viability on the natural physics of the universe. It also involves the study of the natural physics of the universe and attempts to decipher them. Has close ties with the Stellar Cartographer and Astrometrics Section. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Stellar Cartographer Specialized Science Officer in charge of the Stellar Cartographer bay. This role entails the study of all spatial phenomenon, and the implications of such phenomenon. Has close ties with the Physics and Astrometrics Section. Answers to the Chief and Asst. Science Officer. Scientist's Mate The Scientistıs Mate trains and supervises Science crewmen in departmental operations, repairs, and protocols; maintains duty assignments for all Science personnel; supervises all specimen preparation, cataloguing, and storage; and is qualified to temporarily act as Chief Science Officer if so ordered. The Scientistıs Mate reports to the Chief Science Officer. Civilian Descriptions These descriptions are for civilians, which is not represented by any color. Some Civilian members include, but are not limited to: Bar/Lounge Manager Bartender Waiter/waitress School Teacher Barber Civilian Specialist Civilian Crew & Family Members Bar/Lounge Manager On almost every Starfleet vessel and base, there is some kind of recreational area. A place where all members of the crew can relax and enjoy, a place to forget the rigors of the day. The Bar/Lounge Manger runs such establishments for the crew. Bartender A ship/facility is operational 24 hours a day, and thus people are on duty around the clock, each having there free time at different times, but the recreational areas must stay open to accommodate these people. A Bar/Lounge Manager could not keep going 24 hours every day, and thus requires staff to assist him/her. Waiter/Waitress Every bar, every restaurant needs some form of friendly service to help the crew relax. A warm smile who brings your food or drinks, to chat when somebody is alone or down. The Water/Waitress are these people. School Teacher In the modern 24th century, many children are taught by computer holograms. However real interaction with a living person is still valued. A computer can only teach so much. The teachers responsibilities is the education of the children aboard the ship/facility. Additionally the teacher may be able to provide assistance in his/her field of specialty when required. Barber In the modern 24th century, many people still need to get hair cut. This can be done by more, modern means, however real interaction with a living person is still valued. Besides, like the bartender, a barber is a good place to get advice, get something off your chest, or just talk about 'scuttlebutt' or gossip. Civilian Specialist Many of the Federation's top minds and specialists in different fields aren't in Starfleet, they are civilians. These people often venture into space aboard Starships and other facilities. They maybe Doctors, Scientist, or even Engineers. They use some of the science labs, when possible, to do their work while not interfering in operations of the ship or facility. Starfleet's primary role is exploration, and having these people on board really helps that endeavor. Civilians & Family Members Many federation Starships and facilities have civilian personnel aboard. This is because Starfleet believes that family is important and member of Starfleet should be allowed to stay with there loved ones whilst serving aboard there vessel and bases, within reason. |