Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
::nods to the Captain as he enters:: Durron: Welcome
Capt_Durron says:
::enters the room quietly and pulls out a PADD:: Ko`Bil: Good afternoon.
Capt_Durron says:
::takes a seat than begins working on some paperwork on his PADD::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: Well sir if you are ready we will get started and hopefully more will join us later.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Hello everyone. In the next hour I will give a brief lecture on the duties of the Operation Officer aboard a ship or station.  After the lecture I will then open the floor to question which I will try and answer as best as I can.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
As the Operation Officer you are nearly the heart and soul of the ship. There is no function preformed aboard the ship or station that doesn't fall under your control in some form or function. You are responsible for everything aboard the ship or station from Communications to making sure that there is enough toilet paper in the restrooms.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are responsible for assigning quarter for any new crewmember assigned to the ship or station as well as making sure that proper quarters are assigned for any one visiting the ship or station. You are also responsible for coordinating with the Engineering section to arrange for any special need of a visitor.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are also responsible for informing personal of being assigned to an away team and also responsible to make sure that they have the necessary equipment to perform the mission at hand.  While you do not assign personal to the away team it is your responsibility to inform the leader of the away team if some one is not available and suggest a replacement.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are also responsible for the Communications, transportation, and the procurement of any necessary items that cannot be replicated.  All communications in or out of the ship or station is routed through your station. While most of these are handled automatically there are still some that you will have to handle personally.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
As far as your responsibility concerning transportation it is you job to see that no one crashes in to one another when either docking or leaving the ship or station.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
It is up to you to make sure that the ship or station has all the supplies that are necessary to keep the ship or station functioning and to meet any special needs of the crew.
Capt_Durron says:
::slides his PADD away and continues to listen to the Lieutenant::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
The computer core is your responsibility and it is your job to make sure every crewmember is provided with a user account so that they will have access to LCARS and their on personal file. It is also your duty to assign all personal access codes to the crew.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Besides you the only other personal that have complete access to the computer, records, and the system are the Commanding Officer and the Executive Officer. The only function that you do not have access to in the computer is the Ship or Station's command functions only the CO and XO have access to them.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
This is but a brief look into the duties of the Operations Officer. These duties are covered more thoroughly in the Officer's handbook.
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Walks into lecture room and finds a seat::
Capt_Durron says:
::nods to the commander from his seat::

Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: That ends the lecture part of this subject. I will now open the floor to question.
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Returns a friendly nod back to the Captain::
Capt_Durron says:
::raises a hand::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: Yes Sir.
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Thinks- I guess I'm to late for the lecture::
Capt_K`Beth says:
::walks into the room and quietly takes a seat in the back::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
::nods to Captain K`Beth as she enters::
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Notices another Captain enter the room and acknowledges the CO with a smile and a nod::
Capt_Durron says:
Ko`Bil: It has been a long time since I've had a senior Operations officer around.  What do the Operations officers do in regard to away missions.
Capt_Durron says:
::nods to K'Beth::
Capt_K`Beth says:
::raises her coffee cup in a half salute to everyone and then settles back to listen to her OPS officer lecture::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: Sir the operations officer will make sure that all the personal that are assigned to the away team is notified and has all the supplies that are needed to perform the mission at hand. Also the OPS Officer will assign the communication frequencies for the away team.
Capt_Durron says:
::nods:: Ko`Bil: The only other question I have is where have all the operations officers gone.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: Once the Away Team is enroute and through out their mission the Operation Officer will  maintain COMs , transporter lock if at all possible.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: Captain That I cannot say I am currently the Operations Officer of the USS Arondight.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: It is possible that the stress of this job is too much for some people.
Capt_Durron says:
::shrugs:: Ko`Bil: Well I'm sure one of the other people here has a question for you...or as a suggestion, you might want to run thru your lecture again for them.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Durron: That would be a good point sir as most of them have arrives after the lecture.
Capt_K`Beth says:
::grins as she was one of the ones that arrived late::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: Before I restart the lecture. Does anyone else have a question?
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
LT. Ko`Bil: Lieutenant? ::Raises hand::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Bauer: Yes Cmdr?
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
LT. Ko`Bil: You described the duties of OPS while an Away Team is off the ship.  What about the duties of an OPS officer who is on the Away Team?  Can you describe their purpose, in regards to the away mission?
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::enters conference but remains in the back as to listen::

CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Notices Quinnis' arrival::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Bauer: Besides the duties that are given to you by the person in charge of the team. You would be responsible to make sure that you are in constants communication with the ship.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: And if communications are cut off?
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
LT. Ko`Bil: I see. Thank you.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: Then it is your responsibility to do every thing in your power to get them back.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Understood
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: Also you would be responsible to help gather any thing to help with the Away team needs if they were to be detained for any length of time.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: Any other Question?
Capt_K`Beth says:
::raises hand::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
K`Beth: Yes Ma'am?
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::notices the two captains in attendance::
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Finishes the contents of his drink and holds the empty glass::
Capt_K`Beth says:
Ko`Bil: Often times the OPS officer is the only officer on the bridge with the Captain, especially with most of the other officers on an away mission.  How does one deal with a stressed out, tired and grumpy Captain for hours on end?  ::grins as she waits for his answer::
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::laughs::
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Has to smile at that one too::
Capt_Durron says:
::sits back and nods intelligently::
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::decides to get a drink from the replicator::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
::cringes a little bit:: K`Beth: Well Captain as an OPS Officer myself I find that you are usually quite busy and in less the CO decides to talk to you directly  you just go about your job as normal. And if the CO does decide to talk to you, you just be as polite as possible and answer their question  as truthfully as possible.
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
LT. Ko`Bil: A very diplomatic answer.  Well said.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: Anyone else have a Question?
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Computer: Computer, Raktajino.
Capt_K`Beth says:
::chuckles at her OPS answer and sips her coffee again::
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::the replicator wizzes a racktajino and the Ensign returns to his seat::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: If no one else has a Question I will redo my lecture and then open the floor for more question afterwards.

Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
As the Operation Officer you are nearly the heart and soul of the ship. There is no function preformed aboard the ship or station that doesn't fall under your control in some form or function. You are responsible for everything aboard the ship or station from Communications to making sure that there is enough toilet paper in the restrooms.
CNS_Cmdr_Bauer says:
::Looks around.  Is content all questions of his have been answered.  Would like to hear the lecture as he was late, too::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are responsible for assigning quarter for any new crewmember assigned to the ship or station as well as making sure that proper quarters are assigned for any one visiting the ship or station. You are also responsible for coordinating with the Engineering section to arrange for any special need of a visitor.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are also responsible for informing personal of being assigned to an away team and also responsible to make sure that they have the necessary equipment to perform the mission at hand.  While you do not assign personal to the away team it is your responsibility to inform the leader of
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::thinks: can't stand lectures but Captain Shras wants me to familiarize myself with other systems::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
the away team if some one is not available and suggest a replacement.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
You are also responsible for the Communications, transportation, and the procurement of any necessary items that cannot be replicated.  All communications in or out of the ship or station is routed through your station. While most of these are handled automatically there are still some that you will have to handle personally.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
As far as your responsibility concerning transportation it is you job to see that no one crashes in to one another when either docking or leaving the ship or station.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::antennae perk up and listen carefully::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
It is up to you to make sure that the ship or station has all the supplies that are necessary to keep the ship or station functioning and to meet any special needs of the crew.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
The computer core is your responsibility and it is your job to make sure every crewmember is provided with a user account so that they will have access to LCARS and their on personal file. It is also your duty to assign all personal access codes to the crew.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Besides you the only other personal that have complete access to the computer, records, and the system are the Commanding Officer and the Executive Officer. The only function that you do not have access to in the computer is the Ship or Station's command functions only the CO and XO have access to them.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Not to interrupt, but in a sense your also a merchant?
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: In a sense you are as you may need to procure items through different channel than just through Starfleet.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
This is but a brief look into the duties of the Operations Officer. These duties are covered more thoroughly in the Officer's handbook.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Does Starfleet permit you to trade with outside merchants?

Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: Yes as they realize that there are certain thing that you may need to get which they cannot provide.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: Does this answer your question?
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: And what is the process that is taken to insure good merchandise has been brought aboard?
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Yes sir.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: As apposed to bad or dangerous merchandise.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis; This is a something that you will be responsible for as it will be your job to learn what merchants you will be able to trust and which one you will not.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Understood.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: So in a sense, you develop a repore with certain merchants.
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: A lot of time if you are replacing an operation Officer he or she will have certain merchants that they have dealt with and you will learn more as you progress in your position.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
Ko`Bil: Interesting.
Capt_K`Beth says:
::idly wonders what merchants her OPS officer has::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
Quinnis: Another thing you need to learn is what may be plentiful in your sector and where it may be needed in another sector and work on possible trading of goods.
Capt_K`Beth says:
::looks at her chronometer and realizes that she has only a few minutes to get to her own lecture::
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::stands up and grabs PADD's:: Ko`Bil: Thank you for the information. ::goes to exit and nods to rest::
Capt_K`Beth says:
::stands up and slips quietly out of the room but not until she gives a 'well done; nod to her OPS Officer::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
All: I see that our time almost up. I would like to thank you all for coming.
CSO_Ens_Quinnis says:
::exits the room and remembers his raktajino on the way out::
Host LtJG_Ko`Bil says:
::nods back to Captain K`Beth::