Posted by Melissa Aragon in Question for the candidates - CO and XO replacement timelines.
Morning (or evening) everyone. I think this can safely go to the Pres and VP of both ballots.

I noticed most recently with the Dresden and now with the Memorial, we are seeing an uptick in the rotations of COs and XOs. My concern is how long it’s taking these spots to be filled.

I understand X amount of time is needed to accept apps, X amount of time is needed to review and choose, and X amount of time is needed to get the edict actually ‘done’. But there seems to be no standard on what those Xs represent. Would you see a need or want to making it more consistent, or not? And why is that your answer?

Meli the Mobstress

Excellent question.

CO vacancies are something both Jerome and I feel should be of utmost priority when they open up. A ship is left up in the air a bit when a CO leaves, so getting a qualified and effective person in that role should take precedence. That being said…

It is very hard to put a definitive timeframes on placing a CO when a spot opens up. The timeframe isnt really up to the Executives. CO placements are handled by the FComm and AFComm of the respective fleet. They are the ones responsible for posting vacancies, setting timeframes for applications, then reviewing and selecting from those. The Executive role in this is to discuss the final selection with the FComm, work out any concerns, and write the edict for the posting. That being said, once a choice is made by the FComm and it is submitted to the Excecutives, Jerome and I think that no more than 48 hours at the absolute most should pass before the edict is up. The only time we would interject ourselves prior to that would be if the selection process stalled or the FComm requested help.

XO selection is much easier from the Executive side, as they dont require and edict or anything. Those postings are handled by the CO and FComm. The Executive role here is simply one of discussion and communication; a sounding board for the FComm or CO if they need it. So again… the timeframe is up to the Fleet, not the Executives. Our role is one of assistance, not mandate.

James