Departments & Positions

• Command (Calypso Crew)

  The Command department is ultimately responsible for the ship and its crew, and those within the department are responsible for commanding the vessel and representing the interests of Starfleet.

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  Commanding Officer		Ultimately responsible for the ship and crew, the Commanding Officer is the most senior officer aboard a vessel. S/he is responsible for carrying out the orders of Starfleet, and for representing both Starfleet and the Federation.
  Executive Officer		The liaison between captain and crew, the Executive Officer acts as the disciplinarian, personnel manager, advisor to the captain, and much more. S/he is also one of only two officers, along with the Chief Medical Officer, that can remove a Commanding Officer from duty.
  Acting Executive Officer		A temporary position when the Executive Officer is away or unavailable. This position is generally filled by a senior memeber of the crew.
  Strategic Operations Officer		Helps with inter-ship as well as intra-ship tactics. Helps with the strategic training of the crew in combat situations. Works with the tactical officer when necessary.
  Mission Advisor		Advises the Commanding Officer and Executive Officer 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. Concurrently holds another position, except in rare circumstances.
  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 their duties as listed, for as long as required.
  Yeoman		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.
  Chief of the Boat		The seniormost 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-Specific Characters		NPc that are part of a specific mission and therefore don't stay around long.
  Command Yeoman

• Flight Control (Calypso Crew)

  Responsible for the navigation and flight control of a vessel and its auxiliary craft, the Flight Control department includes pilots trained in both starship and auxiliary craft piloting. Note that the Flight Control department does not include Fighter pilots.

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  Chief Flight Control Officer
  Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer		Originally 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 Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer is the second senior most CONN Officer aboard and reports directly to the Chief Flight Control Officer.
  Flight Control Officer		Originally 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.
  Shuttlebay Manager		The Shuttlebay Manager is responsible for pre and post flight checks of all support craft involved in away missions. Once a support craft has been brought to the flight line, it is his/her duty to ensure that it is mission capable. Upon returning from a mission, he/she must inspect the support craft and prepare a report on any maintenance that is required. He/she is also responsible for the placement of support craft in order to allow for maximum efficiency of the shuttlebay.
  Chief Support Craft Pilot		All small spacecrafts aboard a starship, starbase or a facility (Shuttles, Runabouts, Transports, Captain's yacht, Patrol Vessels etc.) but excluding fighters are flown by Support Craft Pilots. This is often the proving ground for pilots until they earn a berth on a starship as a Flight Control Officer. The Chief Support Craft Pilot reports to the Chief Flight Control Officer.
  Support Craft Pilot		All small spacecrafts aboard a starship, starbase or a facility (Shuttles, Runabouts, Transports, Captain's yacht, Patrol Vessels etc.) but excluding fighters are flown by Support Craft Pilots. This is often the proving ground for pilots until they earn a berth on a starship as a Flight Control Officer. They report to the Chief Support Craft Pilot.

• Communications (Calypso Crew)

  The communications department is a sub department that is part of the operations department when there is no Chief Communications Officer. When there is a Chief, it is a separate department that deals exclusively with all communications and works with Operations.
  The communications department is charge of handling all of the incoming and outgoing transmissions. They are also experts of different languages and come in handy when the universal translator is offline.

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  Chief Communications Officer		Comm Section Leader is a commissioned officer that is responsible for overseeing the Communications section of the Operations Department. They are in charge of guiding and managing those who have been assigned to the section. They report direction Assistant Chief Operations Officer.
  Assistant Chief Communications Officer		Communications Chief is the senior non-commissioned officer inside the Communications section. They function very much like an Assistant Chief Operations Officer in the sense that they are placed in this position to assist the Section Leader with running the section. They are the bridge between the enlisted personal and commissioned officer. They are also expected to take charge of the section in case the Section Leader is unable to fulfill their duties. The Communications Chief reports to the Comm Section Leader.
  Communications Specialist		The Communications Specialist is responsible for assisting the Communications Chief with all communications to and from other ships and any planetary bodies. They also assist the chief in keeping the transporters running at peak efficiency. The Communications Specialist is also an experienced linguist. They are proficient in many different languages. The Communications Specialist reports to the Communications Chief.
  Translation Specialist		The Translation Specialist is a person capable of translating written and spoken languages in real-time. They often have roles of interpreters and mediators due to their extensive linguistic capabilities. The Translation Specialist often works with the Diplomatic and Science departments. They are charged with translation of any language, living or dead, which may be encountered by a vessel/base that the Universal Translator system can not interpret. The Translation Specialist reports to the Communications Chief.

• Security & Tactical (Calypso Crew)

  Merging the responsibilities of ship-to-ship and personnel combat into a single department, the security & tactical department is responsible for the tactical readiness of the vessel and the security of the ship.

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  Chief Security/Tactical Officer		The Chief Security Officer is called Chief of Security. Her/his duty is to ensure the safety of ship and crew. Some take it as their personal duty to protect the Commanding Officer/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. The Chief of Security role can also be combined with the Chief Tactical Officer position.
  Assistant Chief Security/Tactical Officer		The Assistant Chief Security Officer is sometimes called Deputy of Security. S/he assists the Chief of Security in the daily work; in issues regarding Security and any administrative matters. If required the Deputy must be able to take command of the Security department.
  Security Officer		There are several Security Officers aboard each vessel. They are assigned to their duties by the Chief of Security and his/her Deputy and mostly guard sensitive areas, protect people, patrol, and handle other threats to the Federation.
  Tactical Officer		The Tactical Officers are the vessels gunmen. They assist the Chief 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.
  Security Investigations Officer		The Security Investigations Officer is an Enlisted Officer. S/He fulfills the role of a special investigator or detective when dealing with Starfleet matters aboard ship or on a planet. Coordinates with the Chief Security Officer on all investigations as needed. The Security Investigations Officer reports to the Chief of Security.
  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.
  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.
  Acting Chief Security & Tactical Officer		Takes over the role as Chief Security & Tactical Officer when the department head is away on assignment or otherwise unable to perform his duties for a long period of time.

• Operations (Calypso Crew)

  The operations department is responsible for keeping ship systems functioning properly, rerouting power, bypassing relays, and doing whatever else is necessary to keep the ship operating at peak efficiency.

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  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 oversees the Operations department, and is 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.
  Transporter 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 Operations Officer reports to the Chief Operations Officer.
  Quartermaster		The Quartermaster is responsible for assigning the crew quarters, uniforms and required equipment. They also make sure they have the supplies needed for the ship. The Quartermaster reports to the Chief Operations Officer.

• Engineering (Calypso Crew)

  The engineering department has the enormous task of keeping the ship working; they are responsible for making repairs, fixing problems, and making sure that the ship is ready for anything.

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  Chief Engineer		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 repair 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 Engineer		The Assistant Chief Engineer assists the Chief Engineer in the daily work; in issues regarding mechanical, administrative matters and coordinating repairs with other departments. If so required, the Assistant 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		Engineers are the managers of the Engineering Corps and are responsible for, under the guidance of the Chief Engineer, teams of technicians and specialists who repair and maintain the vessel.
  Engineering Coordinator		A senior non-commissioned officer, the Engineering Coordinator manages the overall schedule of maintenance and repair and assigns tasks to the Engineering teams led by the Engineering Officers. He/she reports directly to the Chief 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 Assistant and Chief Engineer. The Communications Specialist reports to the Engineering Officer and Engineering Coordinator.
  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 Assistant and Chief Engineer. The Computer Systems Specialist reports to the Engineering Officer and Engineering Coordinator.
  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 Assistant and Chief Engineer. The Damage Control Specialist reports to the Engineering Officer and Engineering Coordinator.
  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 Assistant and Chief Engineer. The Matter/Energy Systems Specialist reports to the Engineering Officer and Engineering Coordinator.
  Propulsion Specialist		Specializing in impulse and warp propulsion, these specialists are often specific to even a single class of ship due to the complexity of warp and impulse systems.
  Structural/Environmental Specialist		The Structural and Environmental Systems Specialist is a specialized 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 Assistant and Chief Engineer. The Structural and Environmental Systems Specialist reports to the Engineering Officer and Engineering Coordinator.
  General Technician		The General Technician is an enlisted person trained in general engineering who has not yet specialised in a specific field of engineering. They are usually up to Petty Officer rank and report to their Shift Manager, an Engineering Officer, or designated Specialist.

• Science (Calypso Crew)

  From sensor readings to figuring out a way to enter the strange spacial anomaly, the science department is responsible for recording data, testing new ideas out, and making discoveries.

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  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 Assistant Chief Science Officer assists Chief Science Officer in all areas, such as administration, and analysis of scientific data. The Assistant 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 being carried out by the Chief and Assistant.
  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 Physicist and Stellar Cartographers.
  Alien Archaeologist/Anthropologist		Specialized 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. Their knowledge also involves current known alien species. Has close ties to the Historian. Answers to the Chief Science Officer and Assistant Chief Science Officer.
  Biologist		Specialized 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.
  Language Specialist		Specialized Communications 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 their meaning. Answers to the Chief and Assistant Chief Communications Officer (if present) or the Chief and Assistant Chief Science Officer.
  Stellar Cartographer		Specialized Science Officer in charge of the Stellar Cartography bay. This role entails the mapping of all spatial phenomenon, and the implications of such phenomenon. Has close ties with the Physicist and Astrometrics Officer.
  Botanist

• Medical & Counseling (Calypso Crew)

  The medical & counseling department is responsible for the mental and physical health of the crew, from running annual physicals to combatting a strange plague that is afflicting the crew to helping a crew member deal with the loss of a loved one.

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  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 suites and Dentistry labs. 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.
  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 Commanding Officer 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 Medical Officer		A starship or facility has numerous personnel aboard, and thus the Chief Medical Officer cannot be expect to do all the work required. The Asst. Chief Medical Officer assists Chief in all areas, such as administration, and application of medical care.
  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 Assistant Chief Medical Officer also run the other Medical areas not directly overseen by the Chief Medical Officer.
  Surgeon		Doctors of the federation still specialize and mostly, the Chief Medical Officer position is usually held by a general practitioner. While simple surgery is part of their training, some doctors on larger vessels and starbases prefer to have a surgeon on staff.
  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 Commanding Officer 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.
  Head Nurse		The Head Nurse oversees all the Nurses currently aboard, ensuring they are assigned to tasks and working as required in their 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 assists 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.
  Morale Officer		Responsible for keeping the morale of the crew high. Delivers regular reports on morale to the Executive Officer. The Morale Officer plans activities that will keep the crew's morale and demeanor up. If any crew member is having problems, the Morale Officer can assist that crew member.
  Emergency Medical Hologram
  Chaplain		The Chaplain is a non-denominational religious counselor. He or she can perform religious services if required and/or act as a counselor when a member of the crew wishes an alternate form of counseling.

• Intelligence (NPC Only) (Calypso Crew)

  The Intelligence department is responsible for gathering and providing intelligence as it becomes possible during a mission; during covert missions, the intelligence department also takes a more active role, providing the necessary classified and other information.

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  Chief Intelligence Officer		Responsible for managing the intelligence department in its various facets, the Chief Intelligence officer often assists the Strategic Operations officer with information gathering and analysis, and then acts as a channel of information to the CO and bridge crew during combat situations.
  Assistant Chief Intelligence Officer		Responsible for aiding the Chief Intelligence Officer in managing the intelligence department in its various facets, often assisting the Strategic Operations officer with information gathering and analysis.
  Intelligence Officer		Responsible for gathering intelligence, an Intelligence officer has the patience to read through a database for hours on end, and the cunning to coax information from an unwilling giver. S/he must provide this information to the Chief Intelligence officer as it becomes needed.
  Infiltration Specialist		The Infiltration Specialist 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. The Infiltration Specialist reports to the Chief Intelligence Officer.
  Encryption Specialist		This NCO takes submitted Intelligence reports and runs them through algorithms, checking for keywords that denote mistyped classification and then puts the report into crypto form and sends them through the proper channels of communication to either on board ship consoles or off board to who ever needs to receive it. The Encryption Specialist reports to the Chief Intelligence Officer.

• Diplomatic Detachment (Calypso Crew)

  Responsible for representing the Federation and its interest, members of the Diplomatic Corps are members of the civilian branch of the Federation.

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  Chief Diplomatic Officer		The Diplomatic Officer of each vessel/base must be familiar with a variety of areas: history, religion, 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 Commanding Officer 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, religion, 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 Commanding Officer aiding in official functions as prescribed by protocol, performing administrative duties, and other tasks as directed by the Chief Diplomatic Officer, 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, religion, 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 Commanding Officer aiding in official functions as prescribed by protocol, performing administrative duties, and other tasks as directed by the Chief Diplomatic Officer and/or Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer as well a diplomatic advice on current status of an Alien Species both aligned and non aligned to the Federation.
  Diplomatic Corpsman		The Diplomatic Corpsman is a special position reserved for enlisted officers who wish to study diplomacy, and aid the department in its mission. Their duties consist of, but are not limited to, aiding Diplomatic Officers and Diplomat's Aide in the construction of various legal documents, researching diplomatic archives, attending and aiding in the preparation for diplomatic functions, and other tasks as prescribed by the Chief Diplomatic Officer and/or Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer. These individuals are qualified to undertake some of the responsibilities of a Diplomatic Officer, as their training are far less in-depth. They are, however, able to, and adequately trained to function as a paralegal when such services are required by a vessel/base's crew.
  Diplomat's Aide		S/he responds to the Ship/Base's Chief Diplomatic Officer, and is required to be able to stand in and run the Diplomatic Department as required should the Chief Diplomatic Officer be absent for any reason. The Aide must therefore be versed in all Diplomatic information regarding the current status of the Federation and its aligned and non aligned neighbours.
  Media Relations Officer		Like it or not, the public has a right to know what Starfleet is up to. To get the word out to journalists or in the case of classified missions, to keep word from getting out. The Chief Diplomatic Officer will usually appoint one of their Diplomatic Officers to serve as the Media Relations Officer. With the exceptions of large stations and/or high profile diplomatic negotiations the Media Relations Officer duties consist of, but are not limited to keeping the Chief Diplomatic Officer and Assistant Chief Diplomatic Officer informed of all relevant media stories, dealing with the press on a daily basis, creating and issuing mission statments, conducting personal interviews, and answer questions from the media journalists.
  Translation Specialist		The Translation Specialist is a person capable of translating written and spoken languages in real-time. They often have roles of interpreters and mediators due to their extensive linguistic capabilities. Translation Specialist reports to the Language Specialist. Although s/he is considered a Communications Officer the position also has close ties to the diplomacy. Under diplomacy the Translation Specialist is charged with the translation of any language, living or dead, that may be encountered by a vessel/base that the Universal Translator system can not interpret. These individuals are adept at using various decryption techniques to aid in the deciphering of such languages. These individuals are qualified to undertake any tasks that could be asked of a general Diplomatic Officer; however they specialize in the linguistic aspect of this department.

• Marine Detachment (Calypso Crew)

  When the standard security detail is not enough, marines come in and clean up; the marine detachment is a powerful tactical addition to any ship, responsible for partaking in personal combat, from sniping to melee.

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  Marine Commanding Officer		The Marine CO is responsible for all the Marine personnel assigned to the ship/facility. S/he is in required to take command of any special ground operations and lease such actions with security. The Marines could be called the 24th century commandos. The CO can range from a Second Lieutenant on a small ship to a Lieutenant Colonel on a large facility or colony. Charged with the training, condition and tactical leadership of the Marine compliment, they are a member of the senior staff. Answers to the Commanding Officer of the ship/facility.
  Marine Executive Officer		The Executive Officer of the Marines, works like any Asst. Department head, removing some of the work load from the Marine CO and if the need arises taking on the role of Marine CO. S/he oversees the regular duties of the Marines, from regular drills to equipment training, assignment and supply request to the ship/facilities Materials Officer. Answers to the Marine Commanding Officer.
  First Sergeant		The First Sergeant is the highest ranked Enlisted marine. S/He is in charge of all of the marine enlisted affairs in the detachment. They assist the Company or Detachment Commander as their Executive Officer would. They act as a bridge, closing the gap between the NCO's and the Officers. Answers To Marine Commanding Officer.
  Gunnery Sergeant		The Gunnery Sergeant is the next highest enlisted marine after First Sergeant. S/He is in charge of coordinating all logistics for the company-size group of Marines. They are the operations chief of a company of Marines. Answers to Marine Commanding Officer and Executive Officer.
  Training NCO		The Training NCO is in charge of developing and maintaining all training records. S/He monitors, schedules, and prepares trainings. They also attend schools and conferences as required in order to stay up to date with new training systems. Answers to Marine Commanding Officer and Executive Officer.

  • Alpha Platoon

    Alpha Platoon is part of the Marine Detachment aboard the USS Calypso. This platoon is an Infantry Platoon that consists of 55 infantrymen. The platoon is usually commanded by a First or Second Lieutenant. The infantry platoon serves multiple operation roles in a Marine Detachment such as Attack, Defense, Patrol, Pursuit, and Escort.

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    Platoon Leader		Platoon Leader is a junior officer – a second or first lieutenant that is in command of a platoon that is usually between 20 to 55 soldiers in size. They are responsible for managing and leading the soldiers that are assigned to their platoon. They are responsible for the development of the NCOs and soldiers. Their responsibilities include planning training, executing and assessing the training on the platoon level. They are also responsible for maintaining the morale, discipline and readiness of the soldiers assigned to their platoon. Included in their responsibilities is also the property accountability and property maintenances. Platoon Leader answers to the Marine Commanding Officer and/or Marine Executive Officer.
    Platoon Sergeant		Platoon Sergeant is the senior enlisted member of a platoon. They serve the role of the Executive Officer of the platoon and work very closely with the Platoon Leader. Platoon Sergeant is the liaison between the Platoon Leader and the NCOs and soldiers serving in the platoon. Platoon Sergeant acts as the disciplinarian, personnel manager, advisor to the Platoon Leader and much more. Platoon Sergeant answers to the Platoon Leader.
    Squad Leader		Squad Leader is in command of a small military unit that consist of approximately 8 to 13 soldiers. Squad Leaders have responsibilities to the troops under them beyond just giving orders. A squad leader must have a finger on the pulse of their unit from the emotional well-being of their soldiers to the way soldiers are interacting with one another. Squad Leader must set an example to those that they are in charge of. Squad Leaders responsibilities also include making sure that mission objectives are carried out and that each soldier under their command understands their role in that mission and carries out their duties to the best of their ability. Squad Leader must also file reports to the superior officers about the unit and also ensure that all equipment assigned to the unit is maintained. Squad Leader answers to the Platoon Leader and/or Platoon Sergeant.
    Corpsman		Corpsman is an enlisted Starfleet field medic that has been assigned to a Marine platoon and/or squad. They are the only medical care-giver available when the unit is deployed on assignment. Corpsman is capable of stabilizing wounded, administering medications and even performing basic surgical procedures. Corpsman answer to the Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine Sniper		Sniper is a marksman who shoots targets from concealed positions or distances exceeding the capabilities of regular personnel. Snipers typically have specialized training and distinct high-precision rifles. Marine Sniper answers to Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine		Marine NCO or soldier is the backbone of the Marine Corps. They are the first ones in and the last ones out. They have been trained in variety of weapons from ranger projectile weapons, to snipers and hand to hand combat. They are a very lethal warrior. Marine answers to the Squad Leader.

  • Bravo Platoon

    Bravo Platoon is part of the Marine Detachment aboard the USS Calypso. This platoon is an Infantry Platoon that consists of 55 infantrymen. The platoon is usually commanded by a First or Second Lieutenant. The infantry platoon serves multiple operation roles in a Marine Detachment such as Attack, Defense, Patrol, Pursuit, and Escort.

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    Platoon Leader		Platoon Leader is a junior officer – a second or first lieutenant that is in command of a platoon that is usually between 20 to 55 soldiers in size. They are responsible for managing and leading the soldiers that are assigned to their platoon. They are responsible for the development of the NCOs and soldiers. Their responsibilities include planning training, executing and assessing the training on the platoon level. They are also responsible for maintaining the morale, discipline and readiness of the soldiers assigned to their platoon. Included in their responsibilities is also the property accountability and property maintenances. Platoon Leader answers to the Marine Commanding Officer and/or Marine Executive Officer.
    Platoon Sergeant		Platoon Sergeant is the senior enlisted member of a platoon. They serve the role of the Executive Officer of the platoon and work very closely with the Platoon Leader. Platoon Sergeant is the liaison between the Platoon Leader and the NCOs and soldiers serving in the platoon. Platoon Sergeant acts as the disciplinarian, personnel manager, advisor to the Platoon Leader and much more. Platoon Sergeant answers to the Platoon Leader.
    Squad Leader		Squad Leader is in command of a small military unit that consist of approximately 8 to 13 soldiers. Squad Leaders have responsibilities to the troops under them beyond just giving orders. A squad leader must have a finger on the pulse of their unit from the emotional well-being of their soldiers to the way soldiers are interacting with one another. Squad Leader must set an example to those that they are in charge of. Squad Leaders responsibilities also include making sure that mission objectives are carried out and that each soldier under their command understands their role in that mission and carries out their duties to the best of their ability. Squad Leader must also file reports to the superior officers about the unit and also ensure that all equipment assigned to the unit is maintained. Squad Leader answers to the Platoon Leader and/or Platoon Sergeant.
    Corpsman		Corpsman is an enlisted Starfleet field medic that has been assigned to a Marine platoon and/or squad. They are the only medical care-giver available when the unit is deployed on assignment. Corpsman is capable of stabilizing wounded, administering medications and even performing basic surgical procedures. Corpsman answer to the Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine Sniper		A sniper is a marksman who shoots targets from concealed positions or distances exceeding the capabilities of regular personnel. Snipers typically have specialized training and distinct high-precision rifles. Marine Sniper answers to Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine		Marine NCO or soldier is the backbone of the Marine Corps. They are the first ones in and the last ones out. They have been trained in variety of weapons from ranger projectile weapons, to snipers and hand to hand combat. They are a very lethal warrior. Marine answers to the Squad Leader.

  • Charlie Platoon (The Angels)

    Charlie Platoon is part of the Marine Detachment aboard the USS Calypso. This platoon is a Heavy Weapons Platoon that consists of 55 soldiers. The platoon is usually commanded by a First or Second Lieutenant. The Heavy Weapons Platoon is an Infantry Platoon that is equipped with Machine Guns, Mortars, Rocket-Propelled Grenades, Flamethrowers, Grenade-Launchers, Anti-Tank Weapons and/or other portable heavy weapons.

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    Platoon Leader		Platoon Leader is a junior officer – a second or first lieutenant that is in command of a platoon that is usually between 20 to 55 soldiers in size. They are responsible for managing and leading the soldiers that are assigned to their platoon. They are responsible for the development of the NCOs and soldiers. Their responsibilities include planning training, executing and assessing the training on the platoon level. They are also responsible for maintaining the morale, discipline and readiness of the soldiers assigned to their platoon. Included in their responsibilities is also the property accountability and property maintenances. Platoon Leader answers to the Marine Commanding Officer and/or Marine Executive Officer.
    Platoon Sergeant		Platoon Sergeant is the senior enlisted member of a platoon. They serve the role of the Executive Officer of the platoon and work very closely with the Platoon Leader. Platoon Sergeant is the liaison between the Platoon Leader and the NCOs and soldiers serving in the platoon. Platoon Sergeant acts as the disciplinarian, personnel manager, advisor to the Platoon Leader and much more. Platoon Sergeant answers to the Platoon Leader.
    Squad Leader		Squad Leader is in command of a small military unit that consist of approximately 8 to 13 soldiers. Squad Leaders have responsibilities to the troops under them beyond just giving orders. A squad leader must have a finger on the pulse of their unit from the emotional well-being of their soldiers to the way soldiers are interacting with one another. Squad Leader must set an example to those that they are in charge of. Squad Leaders responsibilities also include making sure that mission objectives are carried out and that each soldier under their command understands their role in that mission and carries out their duties to the best of their ability. Squad Leader must also file reports to the superior officers about the unit and also ensure that all equipment assigned to the unit is maintained. Squad Leader answers to the Platoon Leader and/or Platoon Sergeant.
    Corpsman		Corpsman is an enlisted Starfleet field medic that has been assigned to a Marine platoon and/or squad. They are the only medical care-giver available when the unit is deployed on assignment. Corpsman is capable of stabilizing wounded, administering medications and even performing basic surgical procedures. Corpsman answer to the Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine Sniper		A sniper is a marksman who shoots targets from concealed positions or distances exceeding the capabilities of regular personnel. Snipers typically have specialized training and distinct high-precision rifles. Marine Sniper answers to Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine		Marine NCO or soldier is the backbone of the Marine Corps. They are the first ones in and the last ones out. They have been trained in variety of weapons from ranger projectile weapons, to snipers and hand to hand combat. They are a very lethal warrior. Marine answers to the Squad Leader.

  • Delta Platoon

    Delta Platoon is part of the Marine Detachment aboard the USS Calypso. This platoon is an Armor Platoon that consists of 55 soldiers. The platoon is usually commanded by a First or Second Lieutenant. The Armor Platoon is an Infantry Platoon that is equipped with armored vehicles.

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    Platoon Leader		Platoon Leader is a junior officer – a second or first lieutenant that is in command of a platoon that is usually between 20 to 55 soldiers in size. They are responsible for managing and leading the soldiers that are assigned to their platoon. They are responsible for the development of the NCOs and soldiers. Their responsibilities include planning training, executing and assessing the training on the platoon level. They are also responsible for maintaining the morale, discipline and readiness of the soldiers assigned to their platoon. Included in their responsibilities is also the property accountability and property maintenances. Platoon Leader answers to the Marine Commanding Officer and/or Marine Executive Officer.
    Platoon Sergeant		Platoon Sergeant is the senior enlisted member of a platoon. They serve the role of the Executive Officer of the platoon and work very closely with the Platoon Leader. Platoon Sergeant is the liaison between the Platoon Leader and the NCOs and soldiers serving in the platoon. Platoon Sergeant acts as the disciplinarian, personnel manager, advisor to the Platoon Leader and much more. Platoon Sergeant answers to the Platoon Leader.
    Squad Leader		Squad Leader is in command of a small military unit that consist of approximately 8 to 13 soldiers. Squad Leaders have responsibilities to the troops under them beyond just giving orders. A squad leader must have a finger on the pulse of their unit from the emotional well-being of their soldiers to the way soldiers are interacting with one another. Squad Leader must set an example to those that they are in charge of. Squad Leaders responsibilities also include making sure that mission objectives are carried out and that each soldier under their command understands their role in that mission and carries out their duties to the best of their ability. Squad Leader must also file reports to the superior officers about the unit and also ensure that all equipment assigned to the unit is maintained. Squad Leader answers to the Platoon Leader and/or Platoon Sergeant.
    Corpsman		Corpsman is an enlisted Starfleet field medic that has been assigned to a Marine platoon and/or squad. They are the only medical care-giver available when the unit is deployed on assignment. Corpsman is capable of stabilizing wounded, administering medications and even performing basic surgical procedures. Corpsman answer to the Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine Sniper		A sniper is a marksman who shoots targets from concealed positions or distances exceeding the capabilities of regular personnel. Snipers typically have specialized training and distinct high-precision rifles.
    Marine Combat Engineer		Combat Engineer is a highly trained marine who performs a wide variety of combat engineering duties while in a combat zone. Combat Engineer is responsible for bridge building, laying or clearing minefields, demolitions, field defenses, and general constructions and building. Combat Engineer is also trained to serve as an infantryman. They are capable of serving both in defensives and offensive operations. Marine Combat Engineer answers to Platoon Leader, Platoon Sergeant and/or Squad Leader.
    Marine		A Marine is the backbone of the Marines Corps. They are the fire ones in and the last ones out. They have been trained in variety of means of ranged projectile weapons, sniping and hand to hand combat. They are a very lethal warrior. Answers to Squad Leader and Platoon Leader.

• Starfighter Wing (Calypso Crew)

  The best pilots in Starfleet, they are responsible for piloting the starfighters in ship-to-ship battles, as well as providing escort for shuttles, and runabouts.

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  Wing Commander		The Wing Commander is in charge of all things related to his wing's fighters, generally a responsibility of between 48 and 72 starfighters. As well, the wing commander is responsible for all the personnel assigned to the flight on the ship/facility, and ensuring that maintenance work is carried on the craft by Engineering. Reports to the Group Commander. If the Wing Commander is the senior starfighter pilot assigned to the starship, starbase or facility they report to the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer and is a member of the Senior Staff.
  Squadron Leader		The Squadron Leader is in charge of all things related to his squadron's fighters, generally a responsibility of up to 24 starfighters. As well, the squadron leader is responsible for all the personnel assigned to the squadron on the ship/facility, and ensuring that maintenance work is carried on the craft by Engineering. Reports to the Wing Commander. If the Squadron Leader is the senior starfighter pilot assigned to the starship, starbase or facility they report to the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer and is a member of the Senior Staff.
  Flight Leader		The Flight Leader is in charge of all things related to his flight's fighters, generally a responsibility of up to 8 starfighters. As well, the flight leader is responsible for all the personnel assigned to the flight on the ship/facility, and ensuring that maintenance work is carried on the craft by Engineering. Reports to the Squadron Leader. If the Flight Leader is the senior starfighter pilot assigned to the starship, starbase or facility they report to the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer and is a member of the Senior Staff.
  Fighter Pilot		Specialized pilot, trained in all areas and aspects of fighter combat. They are also familiar with runabouts, shuttles and transports. To be a fighter pilot the pilot must hold a rank from within the Warrant Officer Ranks or commissioned ranks. Reports to the Flight Leader.
  Tactical Systems Operator		The Tactical Systems Operator (or TSO) is responsible for operating all offensive and defensive systems in fighters which have two operators. This frees the pilot to handle only the operation of the aerospacecraft. Most TSOs are also trained as pilots, for circumstances when the main pilot of the fighter is incapacitated or killed but the craft is still servicable. The TSO answers to the Flight Leader, and is generally subordinate to the Fighter Pilot operating his/her craft. Because of the location of the TSO's seat in most fighters, the position is sometimes known as the 'back seater'.
  Wing Safety Officer

• Civilian Affairs (Calypso Crew)

  Civilians play an important role in Starfleet. Many civilian specialists across a number of fields work on occasion with Starfleet personnel as a Mission Specialist. In other cases, extra ship and station duties, such as running the ship's lounge, are outsourced to a civilian contract.

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  Chef		Responsible for preparing all meals served in the Mess Hall and for the food during any diplomatic functions that may be held onboard.
  Lounge Manager
  Waitress
  Bartender
  Dependent		A spouse, child or other person who holds no position of his or her own but is a dependent of another character.
  Child		A child NPC attached to an adult or parents.

• Recurring Characters (Calypso Crew)

  NPCs that come and go witn the missions.

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  Pirate
  Freighter Captain
  Pirate Captain		Yo ho, yo ho and all that. "We are the pirates. Arrrr!"
  Mission Specialist
  Guest Sim		A position for use for joint missions with other sims.
  SFI Special Ops
  Commander, Theta Fleet
  Villain
  Specialist
  Family Member		Family member of someone on the Calypso.

• Mission-Specific Characters (Calypso Crew)

  This department is for characters that are important to a specific mission, but will not be part of the crew.

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  Jenefran		Jenefrans are the advanced species on the planet Jenefra.
  Qunari		From the Qunari tribe on Jenefra.