Officer of the Watch

The Officer of the Watch is responsible for the smooth operation of the CIC. When the CO or XO is present they direct the ship's operations as per their orders and when neither is present, they command the ship's operations. The Officer of the Watch is not a stand alone position, but a role given to the highest ranked and trusted officer aboard. When required the Officer of the Watch will assume the role of XO, or if needed CO, and performs their duties as listed, for as long as required.