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What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Officer (XO)?
What is the primary responsibility of the Executive Officer (XO)?
- To oversee the ship's maintenance and repairs
- To arrange and coordinate all ship's work and drills (correct)
- To oversee the safety and well-being of the crew
- To manage the ship's budget and finance
What is the role of the Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor?
What is the role of the Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor?
- To manage all administrative tasks for the ship
- To be the senior enlisted liaison to the CO (correct)
- To oversee ship inspections
- To conduct all training for the crew
Who is responsible for the training of personnel within a division?
Who is responsible for the training of personnel within a division?
- Leading Chief Petty Officer (LCPO)
- Command Master Chief
- Division Officer (correct)
- Executive Officer
What is the responsibility of the Department Head?
What is the responsibility of the Department Head?
What does the Ship’s 3-M Coordinator oversee?
What does the Ship’s 3-M Coordinator oversee?
Flashcards
Commanding Officer (CO)
Commanding Officer (CO)
The CO is ultimately responsible for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of their command.
Executive Officer (XO)
Executive Officer (XO)
The XO supports the CO in command, handling organizational tasks, work assignments, and discipline.
Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor
Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor
The senior enlisted advisor keeps the CO informed about enlisted personnel issues.
Department Head
Department Head
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Work Center Supervisor
Work Center Supervisor
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Study Notes
Command Structure
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Commanding Officer (CO): Solely responsible for the safety, well-being, and efficiency of the command.
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Executive Officer (XO): CO's direct representative, primarily responsible for command organization, performance, discipline. Arranges and coordinates ship's work, drills, exercises, personnel, policing, and inspections.
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Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor: Acts as the senior enlisted liaison, informing the CO of situations, procedures, and practices impacting enlisted member welfare, morale, job satisfaction, and utilization.
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Department Head: Direct CO representative for their department. Responsible for departmental administration.
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Division Officer: Responsible to the Department Head for assigned division duties and subordinate conduct. Ensures personnel training and battle readiness.
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Leading Chief Petty Officer (LCPO)/ Leading Petty Officer (LPO): Assists the Division Officer in division administration, supervision, and training.
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Work Center Supervisor: Senior Petty Officer leading the maintenance group, proficient in the 3-M System.
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Ship's 3-M Coordinator: Responsible to the CO for the ship's 3-M systems, including training and management.
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Description
This quiz covers the key roles within the Navy command structure, from the Commanding Officer to various enlisted positions. Understanding these roles is essential for efficient military operations and personnel management. Test your knowledge of the responsibilities and functions associated with each position.
