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The chain of command represents how orders are distributed throughout the ship. It is part of a power structure: usually seen as the most vulnerable and also the most powerful part of it. Starting from the most authorized, the Captain, through the Head of Department, down to the lowliest subordinate to finally accomplish the task needed, in order to make the ship function as efficiently as possible.
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The [[Executive Officer]] is the Second-in-Command of the vessel, Head of Staff for the Service and Civilian departments, as well as the direct Head of Staff for [[Bridge Crewman|Bridge Crew]]. Since the Executive Officer is the only command member other than the [[Captain]] that can edit ID cards, they often work with staff from other departments to ensure proper access is had, extended access with good reason is given, and suspensions are followed through.


The Heads should '''not''' start doing the simplest tasks themselves unless the ship's already beyond saving.
The XO is also the primary Head of Staff tasked with assisting the Captain directly, and ensuring the various departments of the Horizon work together seamlessly and efficiently. This is achieved using a variety of tools afforded to the XO. However, despite being considered Second-in-Command and having this greater authority, the Executive Officer is not automatically Acting Captain in absence of a Captain, nor do they have authority over other Heads of Staff unless the Captain delegates authority to them.


'''Notice:'''
==The Executive Officer's Authority==
'''Heads can demote their department staff at any time. To do this, use the [[File:Id_console.gif]] ID console with either the [[Executive Officer]], or [[Captain]]'s access to remote the staff member to suspended or assistant.'''
The Executive Officer plays a key function on the ship in the oversight of Bridge Crew, Flight Traffic of the [[SCCV Horizon]], and assistance to the Captain in overseeing general functions. To oversee this, the Executive Officer has been granted a vast amount of privileges on the ship in order to see these functions through. Additionally, training requirements are in place to ensure the Executive Officer has a general understanding of every department's basic functions despite not being able to preform them, themselves. As tasks are appointed by the Captain, it is the expectation of the Executive officer to see them through and thus it is expected that other command members assist the Executive Officer in seeing the Captain's appointed tasks through.
'''So if one of your guys isn't acting like an appropriate team player, don't hesitate to show them who's boss.'''


Executive Officers may tune in to other department channels in order to collaborate and ensure better intradepartmental functionality, however, they do not hold authority over the department's Head of Staff. Additionally, the Executive Officer does not hold elevated authority in matters that are not designated by the Captain.


[[File:Job tree3.png|1191px|The chain of command]]
In the absence of an Captain, should a situation arrive, it is the duty of the Executive Officer to help establish a new Acting Captain and assist them in seeing it resolved. Should the situation become dire enough, the Executive Officer is entrusted with, among other classified information, the Code Delta Authorization. '''With a fax or emergency transmission you must end your message with the code [CPE-1704-TKS] to verify it is legitimate.''' Remember, this is the last resort.


==Heads of Staff==
If the message is deemed valid by Central Command (the admins) a confirmation message is sent to the XO. If the XO confirms, the code is transmitted directly to the XOn, who then simply has to make it to the scuttling device with the code and the authorization disk (found in the Captain's office) to begin the sequence.
'''A.K.A. the command staff.''' These are the men and women charged with the administration of the ship. Each of them have general access to each department and the Bridge, the keycard authentication devices, the command radio channel (accessed with :c), the ability to make station-wide announcements, the ability to change alert level, and <s>cool uniforms</s> fax machines.


===[[File:Captain-nbt.png|64px]] [[Captain]]===
== Your Own Department ==
The Commanding Officer with authority over the entire ship. They are the ultimate decision maker.
As a Head of Staff, you have your own department to watch out for. You're in charge of coordinating the [[Job_Guides#Service|service personnel]] on the ship. Usually, you can let the ship's various [[Bartender|Bartenders]] and [[Librarian|Librarians]] run around and take care of themselves. They are technically under your direct command, but their jobs are usually simple and don't need your direct oversight.


'''Duties:''' The primary duty of the Captain is to keep the ship and her crew safe and functioning. Their actions are expected to be in the best interest of crew, ship, and SCC. The secondary duty is to achieve ship and SCC goals. The way in which a captain satisfies these duties are dependent on each individual captain, however the recommended and primary path is with delegation to other Command staff to leave external interactions (i.e. ship to ship communication) and higher level decisions with their role.
Alongside this, and with the context of ship-born operations, you are also tasked with managing the [[Bridge Crewman|Bridge Crew]]. Often times this involves giving direction in matters such as destination and gunnery. This also means that Executive Officers are expected to know how to [[Guide to Piloting|pilot the ship]] and [[Guide to Gunnery|operate the ship's weapons]]. While the focus of the bridge crew is always with piloting the ship, they can be given smaller tasks to help command operate smoothly and assist in other departments, assuming their attention is not needed on the bridge.


===[[File:Executiveofficer-nbt.png|64px]] [[Executive Officer]]===
== Personnel Management ==
The Executive Officer is the head of staff for the Bridge and Service department. They manage the ship finances alongside the captain, as well as handle any ID modifications. However, they are '''not''' Second in Command to the captain, '''nor''' immediate acting captain in an emergency.
You are the Executive Officer. While you don't have authority over every department, you are expected to work with the crew and other Heads of Staff to help personnel complete their jobs and to settle disputes not meant for [[Security Officer|Security]]. You help the other departments work with each other to keep smooth operation of the ship. This might mean, for instance, starting a command vote to elevate an interim Head of Staff in absence of one, or expanding access for a crew member if their job would benefit from it. Check up with all of the other department heads frequently to make sure that there aren't any inter-department problems or any major problems between crew members.  


'''Duties:'''The primary duties of the Executive Officer are to manage the Service Department and Bridge. This will usually require decisions in regard to ship destination, external communication, and managing vessel shuttles. During ship-based combat, the Executive Officer takes on primary role of coordinating the various Bridge stations, as well as communication with Operations and the Operations Manager to coordinate ammunition and weapons loading.
=== The Bank ===
As [[Executive Officer]] you have access to the Account Uplink Terminal. Only you and the [[Captain]] start with access to this terminal. It lists the personal account of every crew member and the department accounts.


Secondary Duties include managing the ship's finances, the modification of IDs where necessary, and offering guidance to the Security Department in absence of the Head of Security.
'''Each crew member’s individual account belongs to that crew member''', and your access to these accounts is for oversight. There are sometimes accusations of fraud, embezzlement, or theft and your ability to go over the transaction histories of every crew member gives you the power to hunt down nefarious accounting. You should never take money out of a crew member’s personal account without permission or proof that they got that money nefariously. You do not need a warrant to check financial accounts yourself since you are the manager of the “bank” for this shift, but the details of a crew member’s account is covered under [[Corporate Regulations|privacy laws]] unless you find direct evidence of a crime.  That means on green alert [[Security]] needs a warrant to get a copy of a crew member’s bank statement.


===[[File:Headofsecurity-nbt.png|64px]] [[Head of Security]]===
The Department accounts are the primary focus for you and the other heads of staff. It is part of your and the Captain’s job to make those numbers in the department accounts go up, up, and up!
The commander of the ship's security team. The master of [[Corporate Regulations]] and enforcer of <s>justice</s> peace. Arguably the second most stressful position behind the captain, the Head of Security handles all matters pertaining to the operation of the security department and the safety of the ship.


'''Duties:''' The primary duties of the Head of Security is to protect SCC assets aboard the ship, including the crew and the ship itself. To achieve this, the Head of Security organizes and commands the security department to address threats quickly and efficiently. The secondary duty of the Head of Security is to maintain order within the crew through the Corporate Regulations. This may include dealing with [[Traitor|problematic staff]] including other command staff who break regulations.
The Vendor account automatically makes money, so your primary focus is on the [[Chef]] and [[Bartender]]. The Chef should be selling their food, and their own job page outlines how to do it. They may come to you asking for the department account number to set up their ability to make transactions. Assuming they don't want to use the Idris Ordering Terminal, which is preset to the Service account, you can either provide them the actual Service account details if you trust them, or form a special new account with a certain preset budget (of 500 credits for example) and give them the details to that account instead. '''Be careful! The money you add to new accounts will be taken from other department accounts, so do not go higher than 1,000 if other departments are planning on using their funds!''' Be sure you are able to transfer money back and forth if the worst happens. The kitchen may also make cash payments - be sure to swing by and ask for any funds made, just don't take the tips!


===[[File:Generic rd.png|64px]] [[Research Director]]===
=== Reassignment: Papers Please ===
Equal rank with all other non-captain Heads of Staff. Due to AI access, often promoted to acting Captain if there is neither a Captain nor a HoP.
Your other job is handling the ID modification program. This is a powerful tool on your laptop and office console that allows you to edit anyone's job and access via their ID. Often times this power comes down to elevating some crew members to interim command positions or suspending troublesome staff. Sometimes, the [[Chief Medical Officer]] may ask for expanded access for their [[First Responder]]s or [[Medical Intern]]s. Regardless of who is asking for what, make sure a proper form is filled out for the request, then reviewed, signed, and stamped. That way, you can figure out what and why someone is asking for reassignment or expanded access, and can keep records on it all. Do keep in mind that giving yourself all-access is considered an ''abuse of executive power'' and can be punished via Security or HR.
Oversees research efforts with authority over [[Scientist]]s, [[Roboticist]]s, and [[Geneticist|Geneticists]]. Maintains the integrity of the [[AI]] and its [[Cyborg]]s.


The other function of the ID modification program, reassignment, isn't often used. If a crew member approaches with a reassignment request, make sure to review it thoroughly. Every crew member has been hired into their job position for a reason, and shifting them out of it requires an equally good reason to back it up. This will lead to almost every request being denied. However, if their Head of Staff approves it, they have the skills, and a good reason is given, then there should be no reason to deny the reassignment.


'''Required knowledge:''' Know how R&D works, how to upgrade machines, how xenobiology works, how genetics work and how robotics work.
==== You're Suspended, Get Out ====
As well as handling ID modifications and reassignments, it's also well within your authority to demote people and take jobs away.


'''Round-start to-do list:''' Make sure every sector is taken care of and fill in if needed. Ask if there are miners around and request the minerals the upgrades and Robotics both need.
If someone falls asleep on the job or messes something up, you are well within your rights to demote them to a lower position after consulting the appropriate head of staff. Demoting a head of staff, however, is something that should not be done without the [[Captain]]'s consent or majority decision from all heads of staff.


'''Main tasks:''' Doing researches. Watching over the cyborgs, the AI and the Science Team, and act accordingly. Upgrading machines across the station.
Occasionally, a head of staff will request that a crew member be demoted for varying reasons. All heads of staff are authorized to demote members of their own departments, so long as the necessary demotion form is filled out for that crew member. An Executive Officer is expected to assist in processing these demotions from other departments without impeding this process - any dispute over the validity of a demotion outside the Executive Officer's own departments should be handled in review after the fact, ideally overseen by a [[Captain]]. A head of staff cannot remove a crew member from the ship entirely, and only has the power to demote the crew members in their own department.


'''Main problems:''' Bombs made in ordnance usually get sneaked out and exploded. Check on them from time to time. Malfs, emagged borgs and Mechs used irresponsibly.
Rarely will a crew member be suspended from their position as an employee. Usually a suspension occurs as punishment for breaching certain [[Corporate Regulations|regulations]], or if Command or the [[Captain]] agrees that a crew member should be suspended. When a crew member is suspended, they are temporarily "fired": that person is given no job, pay, or privileges for the rest of the shift. After the shift, the issues which caused the suspension are dealt with and the crew member typically returns to their original position on their next shift.


===[[File:Generic ce.png|64px]] [[Chief Engineer]]===
==== In Case of Emergency, Break Glass ====
Equal rank with all other non-captain Heads of Staff.
Sometimes people need access to certain departments in an emergency, and the AI isn't up to the task of opening doors for people. Feel free to hand out emergency access to people such as [[Security Officer|Security Officers]] if the situation calls for it. Once the crisis has been averted, however, make sure to call them all back so you can revert them to their standard access. [[Chief Medical Officer|A number]] [[Head of Security|of people]] really do not like it when crew members go walking into their department for no real reason just because they have access to it. '''Handing out unapproved and unjustifiable access is one of the fastest ways to get you demoted.'''
Oversees the maintenance of the station, with authority over [[Station Engineer]]s and [[Atmospheric Technician]]s. Authority over [[Telecoms]] maintenance.  


=== Command: Forever Busy ===
Unlike the other Heads of Staff <s>except the [[Research Director]]</s>, you are often not drowning in work and issues. Knowing this, it is recommended that you take initiative and work with the rest of command to help them with issues they otherwise cannot focus on. Sometimes it is as simple as filling out a few forms here or there, or writing a fax for Central Command. Other times it can be talking with the crew to work out conflicts that are not under the domain of Security. Regardless what it is, take advantage of your position to help the rest of command out.


'''Required knowledge:''' How the telecommunications, atmospherics, solars and the [[supermatter]] work. [[Malfunction|How to deconstruct an APC.]]
== [[File:Corgi.PNG]]Ian ==
Ian, who starts in your office, is a dog that keeps you company. You can pet him or just pull him around for fun. Please try to be sensible about him.


'''Round-start to-do list:''' Have your team start the [[supermatter]] correctly and have power flowing to the station. Make sure the atmospheric system is set up correctly.
It is traditional to rescue Ian if the Horizon has to be evacuated.


'''Main tasks:''' Listening the radio for people yelling about station damage and delegating your engineers there with appropriate tools and materials.
== Roleplaying Tips ==
* You should have good knowledge of the [[Chain of Command]].
* As an example, you could play as a subservient right-hand man to the Captain, or a devious power-hungry maniac, only serving to further your own career goals. Remember, whatever you choose, try to enjoy it, and try not to ruin the round for other people.
* You may have access to it, but you are not (read <span style=color:red;font-weight:bold>NOT</span>) [[Security Officer|Security]]. Chasing and arresting criminals should be left to the likes of [[Security Officer]]s and possibly the [[Head of Security]]. Your armor and weapon are for your protection only and do not give you the right to chase after criminals. If you should happen across a crime, pulling your weapon may hinder more than help.
* You can use the [[Guide to Paperwork]] if you want to make your own forms, however you shouldn't use custom forms for faxes to Central Command.


'''Main problems:''' The station is bound to have explosions or at least mfinor holes in it during the shift. Learn how to tackle the exploded telecommunications -situation and you'll be irreplaceable in more than one shift, guaranteed.
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===[[File:Generic cmo.png|64px]] [[Chief Medical Officer]]===
Equal rank with all other non-captain Heads of Staff. If a Head of Staff is acting medically unstable, it is the CMO's duty to disable and treat them till they are once again fit for duty (which could be never).
Oversees station-wide medical issues with authority over the [[Surgeon]]s, [[Chemist]]s and [[Medical Doctor]]s.
 
 
'''Required knowledge:''' How to perform surgery. Formulas for the most common medicines. How to prepare and administer clean SEs.
 
'''Round-start to-do list:''' Make an announcement to the crew about maxing out their suit sensors so you'll be able to help them when they get in trouble. Check that the cryogenic tubes get set up, possibly with a more efficient mixture of chemicals from the chemist.
 
'''Main tasks:''' Check the Crew Monitoring Console from time to time for dead/dying people.
 
'''Main problems:''' Medical jobs are a common choice for new players seeking a relevant role. So when not absent, dead, or traitorous, expect your staff to need constant babysitting and guidance on how to perform even basic treatments.
 
===[[File:Generic_qm.png|64px]] [[Operations Manager]]===
Equal rank with all other non-captain Heads of Staff. In charge of the station's finances and supply sector which delivers materials, food, medicine, weapons, mail and other goods. Has authority over the [[Cargo Technician]]s and [[Shaft Miner]]s.
 
'''Required knowledge:''' Managing Cargo Tech's, how to operate the Cargo Bay.
 
'''Round-start to-do list:''' Check how many Cargo Tech's are on shift, get them doing something useful such as collecting crates.
 
'''Main tasks:''' Processing crew order requests.
 
'''Main problems:''' Hostile and impatient crew members, syndicate sympathizers, miners not appreciating you taking some plasma for points, inept cargo techs, miners dying in the first five minutes, hostile fauna, and Security. Depending on your loyalty to the station you will either face problems from Security or revolutionary's/ cultists/ the grey-tide. <s>People telling you that you're not a "real head", even though you're not.</s>
 
==Other Management Roles==
While the following jobs have management roles, they are not Heads of Staff and get none of the perks associated with being a Head of Staff.
 
===[[File:Generic_warden.png|64px]] [[Warden]]===
Subordinate to the [[Head of Security]].
 
Authority over the brig, [[Security Officer]]s, and all personnel of equal rank and below as long as they are within the brig.
 
'''Required knowledge:''' Processing prisoners, managing Security operations and personnel and keeping the brig secure.
 
'''Round-start to-do list:''' Ensure the brig is secure, check if there is a HoS/Sec Officers present.
 
'''Main tasks:''' Keeping the brig as secure as possible, ensuring no one attempts to loot the brig, keeping prisoners in check and ensuring they are released on schedule.
 
'''Main problems:''' Non-compliant Security Officers. HoP handing out Armory access. People attempting to break into the brig.
 
===[[File:centcomofficial.png|64px]] Centcom Official===
Depending on his rank, he may have the authority to dismiss the [[Captain]] from his position, or even outrank the [[Captain]].
 
Otherwise, he possesses no actual authority over anyone on station and is reliant on ingratiating himself with the command staff.
 
'''Required knowledge:''' The Chain of Command, knowing what your assigned task is from Central Command. Having good social skills.
 
'''Round-start to-do list:''' Inform the command staff of your presence.
 
'''Main tasks:''' Whatever Central Command assigned you.
 
'''Main problems:''' Suspicious Security Officers, non-compliant heads of staff and enemies of the corporation.
 
=Command Voting=
All Heads of Staff can initiate a Command Vote. This vote is considered a captain-level decision and can, in certain circumstances, override a Captain's decision or remove them from power. A command vote begins with one or more Heads of Staff declaring what the vote intends to do over the command radio. All Heads of Staff are expected to participate and vote yes, no, or verbally abstain (abstaining through inaction is not counted). All command votes are majority-rules unless stated otherwise. In the event the command vote ends in a tie, the vote automatically fails.
 
= Emergency Situations =
==Captainship Emergencies==
 
===Captain Missing in Action===
In this situation, the Captain has gone missing in action but their death has not been confirmed nor denied. In this case, an acting captain can be appointed via command vote. Actions should be taken as soon as possible to locate and confirm the status of the Captain. If the Captain is found to be alive and fit for duty, acting captainship should be relieved and the Captain returned to their position.
 
===Captain is Killed===
In this situation, the Captain has been killed on-duty. The first actions should always be to secure the situation. When the situation is stable enough for a command vote, an acting captain should be appointed and shall serve until the situation is over when acting captainship should be relieved. Alongside this, a situation report regarding the death of the captain should be written and sent to Central Command when possible.
 
===Captain Declared Mentally Unfit===
In this situation, the [[Chief Medical Officer]] has determined the Captain to be mentally unfit for command. This ruling is made when the Captain acts in such a way that it risks the well-being of themselves, the crew, or the ship to an unreasonable degree. In this situation, the Captain should be removed from their position and submitted into proper medical care. Should the situation require an acting captain, one should be appointed when possible.
 
===Captain Declared Physically Unfit===
In this situation, the [[Chief Medical Officer]] has determined the Captain to be incapacitated in such a way that they are unfit for command. Following the Chief Medical Officer's ruling, the Captain should be submitted to medical care and relieved of duty until they are declared physically fit, or an replacement is activated. Should the situation require an acting captain, one should be appointed when possible.
 
=== Captain Removed by Vote ===
The Captain can be removed by a '''unanimous''' command vote if they are deemed unfit for captainship by the rest of command. In this situation, the captain should be removed from power and treated as suspended from their position. An acting captain should be appointed as soon as possible in replacement. Central Command must be notified as well with details regarding the reason behind the vote for removal.
 
== Appointing an Acting Captain ==
An Acting Captain can be appointed by majority of command. Usually, appointing an Acting Captain is done in Code Red, however one can be appointed for lower alert levels should the situation require it. The acting captain inherits all powers of the Captain, including ultimate authority and the power to appoint interim Heads of Staff. Acting Captainship should be relieved after any present emergencies are concluded. Within the Captain's office, a spare Captain's ID can be found for the use of the acting captain. This ID should be used to access the Acting Captain briefcase within the Captain's locker, which contains equipment to better identify the individual taking captainship.
 
== Interim Heads of Staff ==
In the event that a department is lacking a Head of Staff, someone with enough training can be assigned as a Interim Head of Staff by the Captain, Acting Captain, or the Executive Officer.
They assume all responsibilities and powers of said Head of Staff until their services are no longer needed, such as when said Head of Staff is made available or they are demoted. Interim Heads of Staff also hold an equal power in command votes as any other Head of Staff and, until their services end, are treated as another member of command.
 
== Missing Head of Staff ==
In the event a Head of Staff is not present on-shift, or has gone missing for whatever reason, it is expected that the rest of command does whatever is necessary to fill in the gap within the power structure. This may include Heads of Staff from another department stepping in to give direction, leadership, and help where possible, or the appointment of an interim head of staff.

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Executive Officer

Руководители: Captain
Сложность: Hard
Обязанности: Manage the service department and the bridge. Administrate stuff. Assist the Captain. Be a paper-pusher. Watch your pet dog die horribly.
Руководства: Chain of Command, Guide to Alert Levels, Guide to Gunnery, Guide to Piloting, basics of all other Heads of Staff guides.
Доступ: All
Альтернативные названия: Отсутствуют

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The Executive Officer is the Second-in-Command of the vessel, Head of Staff for the Service and Civilian departments, as well as the direct Head of Staff for Bridge Crew. Since the Executive Officer is the only command member other than the Captain that can edit ID cards, they often work with staff from other departments to ensure proper access is had, extended access with good reason is given, and suspensions are followed through.

The XO is also the primary Head of Staff tasked with assisting the Captain directly, and ensuring the various departments of the Horizon work together seamlessly and efficiently. This is achieved using a variety of tools afforded to the XO. However, despite being considered Second-in-Command and having this greater authority, the Executive Officer is not automatically Acting Captain in absence of a Captain, nor do they have authority over other Heads of Staff unless the Captain delegates authority to them.

The Executive Officer's Authority

The Executive Officer plays a key function on the ship in the oversight of Bridge Crew, Flight Traffic of the SCCV Horizon, and assistance to the Captain in overseeing general functions. To oversee this, the Executive Officer has been granted a vast amount of privileges on the ship in order to see these functions through. Additionally, training requirements are in place to ensure the Executive Officer has a general understanding of every department's basic functions despite not being able to preform them, themselves. As tasks are appointed by the Captain, it is the expectation of the Executive officer to see them through and thus it is expected that other command members assist the Executive Officer in seeing the Captain's appointed tasks through.

Executive Officers may tune in to other department channels in order to collaborate and ensure better intradepartmental functionality, however, they do not hold authority over the department's Head of Staff. Additionally, the Executive Officer does not hold elevated authority in matters that are not designated by the Captain.

In the absence of an Captain, should a situation arrive, it is the duty of the Executive Officer to help establish a new Acting Captain and assist them in seeing it resolved. Should the situation become dire enough, the Executive Officer is entrusted with, among other classified information, the Code Delta Authorization. With a fax or emergency transmission you must end your message with the code [CPE-1704-TKS] to verify it is legitimate. Remember, this is the last resort.

If the message is deemed valid by Central Command (the admins) a confirmation message is sent to the XO. If the XO confirms, the code is transmitted directly to the XOn, who then simply has to make it to the scuttling device with the code and the authorization disk (found in the Captain's office) to begin the sequence.

Your Own Department

As a Head of Staff, you have your own department to watch out for. You're in charge of coordinating the service personnel on the ship. Usually, you can let the ship's various Bartenders and Librarians run around and take care of themselves. They are technically under your direct command, but their jobs are usually simple and don't need your direct oversight.

Alongside this, and with the context of ship-born operations, you are also tasked with managing the Bridge Crew. Often times this involves giving direction in matters such as destination and gunnery. This also means that Executive Officers are expected to know how to pilot the ship and operate the ship's weapons. While the focus of the bridge crew is always with piloting the ship, they can be given smaller tasks to help command operate smoothly and assist in other departments, assuming their attention is not needed on the bridge.

Personnel Management

You are the Executive Officer. While you don't have authority over every department, you are expected to work with the crew and other Heads of Staff to help personnel complete their jobs and to settle disputes not meant for Security. You help the other departments work with each other to keep smooth operation of the ship. This might mean, for instance, starting a command vote to elevate an interim Head of Staff in absence of one, or expanding access for a crew member if their job would benefit from it. Check up with all of the other department heads frequently to make sure that there aren't any inter-department problems or any major problems between crew members.

The Bank

As Executive Officer you have access to the Account Uplink Terminal. Only you and the Captain start with access to this terminal. It lists the personal account of every crew member and the department accounts.

Each crew member’s individual account belongs to that crew member, and your access to these accounts is for oversight. There are sometimes accusations of fraud, embezzlement, or theft and your ability to go over the transaction histories of every crew member gives you the power to hunt down nefarious accounting. You should never take money out of a crew member’s personal account without permission or proof that they got that money nefariously. You do not need a warrant to check financial accounts yourself since you are the manager of the “bank” for this shift, but the details of a crew member’s account is covered under privacy laws unless you find direct evidence of a crime. That means on green alert Security needs a warrant to get a copy of a crew member’s bank statement.

The Department accounts are the primary focus for you and the other heads of staff. It is part of your and the Captain’s job to make those numbers in the department accounts go up, up, and up!

The Vendor account automatically makes money, so your primary focus is on the Chef and Bartender. The Chef should be selling their food, and their own job page outlines how to do it. They may come to you asking for the department account number to set up their ability to make transactions. Assuming they don't want to use the Idris Ordering Terminal, which is preset to the Service account, you can either provide them the actual Service account details if you trust them, or form a special new account with a certain preset budget (of 500 credits for example) and give them the details to that account instead. Be careful! The money you add to new accounts will be taken from other department accounts, so do not go higher than 1,000 if other departments are planning on using their funds! Be sure you are able to transfer money back and forth if the worst happens. The kitchen may also make cash payments - be sure to swing by and ask for any funds made, just don't take the tips!

Reassignment: Papers Please

Your other job is handling the ID modification program. This is a powerful tool on your laptop and office console that allows you to edit anyone's job and access via their ID. Often times this power comes down to elevating some crew members to interim command positions or suspending troublesome staff. Sometimes, the Chief Medical Officer may ask for expanded access for their First Responders or Medical Interns. Regardless of who is asking for what, make sure a proper form is filled out for the request, then reviewed, signed, and stamped. That way, you can figure out what and why someone is asking for reassignment or expanded access, and can keep records on it all. Do keep in mind that giving yourself all-access is considered an abuse of executive power and can be punished via Security or HR.

The other function of the ID modification program, reassignment, isn't often used. If a crew member approaches with a reassignment request, make sure to review it thoroughly. Every crew member has been hired into their job position for a reason, and shifting them out of it requires an equally good reason to back it up. This will lead to almost every request being denied. However, if their Head of Staff approves it, they have the skills, and a good reason is given, then there should be no reason to deny the reassignment.

You're Suspended, Get Out

As well as handling ID modifications and reassignments, it's also well within your authority to demote people and take jobs away.

If someone falls asleep on the job or messes something up, you are well within your rights to demote them to a lower position after consulting the appropriate head of staff. Demoting a head of staff, however, is something that should not be done without the Captain's consent or majority decision from all heads of staff.

Occasionally, a head of staff will request that a crew member be demoted for varying reasons. All heads of staff are authorized to demote members of their own departments, so long as the necessary demotion form is filled out for that crew member. An Executive Officer is expected to assist in processing these demotions from other departments without impeding this process - any dispute over the validity of a demotion outside the Executive Officer's own departments should be handled in review after the fact, ideally overseen by a Captain. A head of staff cannot remove a crew member from the ship entirely, and only has the power to demote the crew members in their own department.

Rarely will a crew member be suspended from their position as an employee. Usually a suspension occurs as punishment for breaching certain regulations, or if Command or the Captain agrees that a crew member should be suspended. When a crew member is suspended, they are temporarily "fired": that person is given no job, pay, or privileges for the rest of the shift. After the shift, the issues which caused the suspension are dealt with and the crew member typically returns to their original position on their next shift.

In Case of Emergency, Break Glass

Sometimes people need access to certain departments in an emergency, and the AI isn't up to the task of opening doors for people. Feel free to hand out emergency access to people such as Security Officers if the situation calls for it. Once the crisis has been averted, however, make sure to call them all back so you can revert them to their standard access. A number of people really do not like it when crew members go walking into their department for no real reason just because they have access to it. Handing out unapproved and unjustifiable access is one of the fastest ways to get you demoted.

Command: Forever Busy

Unlike the other Heads of Staff except the Research Director, you are often not drowning in work and issues. Knowing this, it is recommended that you take initiative and work with the rest of command to help them with issues they otherwise cannot focus on. Sometimes it is as simple as filling out a few forms here or there, or writing a fax for Central Command. Other times it can be talking with the crew to work out conflicts that are not under the domain of Security. Regardless what it is, take advantage of your position to help the rest of command out.

Ian

Ian, who starts in your office, is a dog that keeps you company. You can pet him or just pull him around for fun. Please try to be sensible about him.

It is traditional to rescue Ian if the Horizon has to be evacuated.

Roleplaying Tips

  • You should have good knowledge of the Chain of Command.
  • As an example, you could play as a subservient right-hand man to the Captain, or a devious power-hungry maniac, only serving to further your own career goals. Remember, whatever you choose, try to enjoy it, and try not to ruin the round for other people.
  • You may have access to it, but you are not (read NOT) Security. Chasing and arresting criminals should be left to the likes of Security Officers and possibly the Head of Security. Your armor and weapon are for your protection only and do not give you the right to chase after criminals. If you should happen across a crime, pulling your weapon may hinder more than help.
  • You can use the Guide to Paperwork if you want to make your own forms, however you shouldn't use custom forms for faxes to Central Command.
Guides of the Aurora
Game Mechanics Getting Started - Guide to Combat - Guide to EVA - Guide to Piloting - Guide to Communication - Corporate Regulations - Stellar Corporate Conglomerate Occupation Qualifications
Command Guide to Command - Guide to Paperwork - Guide to Standard Procedure - Guide to Faxes
Security Guide to Security - Guide to Contraband - Corporate Regulations - Guide to Cadavers
Engineering Guide to Construction - Guide to Advanced Construction - Hacking - Guide to Atmospherics - Supermatter Engine - INDRA Engine - Setting up the Solar Array - Telecommunications - Shields
Medical Guide to Medicine - Guide to Surgery - Guide to Chemistry
Research Guide to Research and Development - Guide to Xenobiology - Guide to Xenobotany - Guide to Xenoarchaeology - Guide to Robotics - Guide to Telescience
Operations Guide to Mining - Guide to Robotics
Civilian Guide to Food - Guide to Drinks - Guide to Hydroponics - Guide to Piloting
Non-human cyborg - AI - Guide to Psionics
Special Mercenary - Ninja - Changeling - Vampire - Raider - Revolutionary - Cultist - Technomancer - Guide to Improvised Weapons - Uplink
Jobs on Aurora
Command Captain - Executive Officer - Head of Security - Chief Engineer - Research Director - Chief Medical Officer - Operations Manager
Command Support Corporate Liaison - Consular Officer - Bridge Crewman
Security Security Officer - Warden - Investigator - Security Cadet
Engineering Engineer - Atmospheric Technician - Engineering Apprentice
Medical Surgeon - Physician - First Responder - Psychologist - Pharmacist - Medical Intern
Research Scientist - Xenobiologist - Xenobotanist - Lab Assistant
Operations Hangar Technician - Shaft Miner - Machinist
Service Assistant - Off-Duty Crewman - Passenger - Bartender - Chef - Chaplain - Librarian - Janitor - Botanist - Corporate Reporter
Non-human AI - Cyborg - Personal AI
Special Merchant - Ghost Roles