Chain of Command and Positions of Authority

The chain of command is the flow in which orders are issued and information is transferred. Following the chain of command means that if a regular member is having problems or wishes to relay information, then they first go to their squad XO, then the squad XO goes to the squad CO and so on. This helps the community run efficiently.

The General of the Army can promote anyone up to the rank of Army Chief of Staff. This position can only be occupied by the founder of the clan, or a member of his choosing. The clan founder holds the right to come back to this position at any time. The General of the Army holds absolute power within the clan and as such are not beholden to the rules and regulations of this handbook, nor can they be removed or have their decisions overturned. The chief role of the General of the Army is to oversee the wellbeing of the United Armed Forces.

The Army Chief of Staff can veto any decision other than the General of the Army's. The Army Chief of Staff cannot be removed, vetoed, or overturned by anyone other than the General of the Army. The Army Chief of Staff of UAF is the second most ultimate authority in the clan. The Army Chief of Staff's chief responsibility is to oversee the day to day operations of the community.

Judge Advocates are responsible for resolving internal conflicts, providing mediation between members, handing out disciplinary measures and providing security for the community overall. Judge Advocates are appointed by the General of the Army. JAG is overseen by the Clan XO. Judge Advocates hold the rank of captain. They are considered Global Command staff.

Global Command is primarily responsible for general community administration. Members of Global Command are appointed by the General of the Army, and hold the rank of major. Each member of Global Command is responsible for a particular section of clan administration. Those that work under them as Global Command Staff hold various ranks. Their chief role is ensure the communities administration runs smoothly. Specific tasks are as follows:

-> Ensuring the website and forums are kept up to date as well as managing the discord server.
-> Processing new recruits into the clan.
-> Graphical design.
-> Publishing clan news.
-> Inter-division relations.

Gaming divisions are devoted to supporting one game. They are led by a division commander. Division commanders are tasked with leading their division. Division commanders are appointed and dismissed by the General of the Army. They hold the rank of major general. Their chief role is to ensure the stability, order, and continued growth of their division. Specific tasks are as follows:

-> Advising the Clan CO on the appointment of division officers.
-> Advising Clan CO and XO on the operation of division-wide events.
-> Planning and chairing bi-weekly division command meetings.
-> Reporting to the Clan CO and XO weekly on the status of their division.
-> Ensuring division officers adhere to the requirements of their position.

Gaming platoons are sub-groups of gaming divisions. They focus on a specific in-game activity or organizational area. They are led by a platoon commander. Platoon commanders are appointed and dismissed by the General of the Army. They hold the rank of major. Their chief role is to ensure their platoons mandate is carried out. Specific tasks are as follows:

-> Planning events for their platoon members if applicable.
-> Reporting on the activity of their platoon on a weekly basis to the Division Commander.
-> Placing inactive squad members on the AWOL list.
-> Carrying out the monthly promotions for their platoon.

Squads are the base group for members of UAF. They vary from size depending on the division but should be no larger than 12 members. Squad leaders manage the squads of UAF. A squad leader is appointed and dismissed by the General of the Army. They initially hold the rank of 2nd lieutenant and can be promoted up to captain. They have an XO to help them out with running the squad. The XO initially holds a rank of sergeant and can be promoted up to gunnery sergeant. The chief role of a Squad Leader is to ensure the morale, activity, and order of their squad. Specific tasks are as follows:

-> Promoting, training and potentially dismissing a squad XO.
-> Ensuring the attendance of squad members at required events.
-> Reporting on the activity of their squad members on a weekly basis to their Platoon Commander.
-> Recommending monthly promotions and awards for their squad members to their Platoon Commander.

Division departments handle specific administration needs of divisions. Department commanders manage the departments of UAF. A department commander is appointed and dismissed by the General of the Army. They initially hold the rank of 2nd lieutenant but can be promoted up to captain. Each division has two departments; Morale and Recruiting. Department commanders are granted the ability to waive department rank requirements when needed. They can have an XO to help them out with running the department. The XO of a department holds no special rank. The chief role of a department commander is to ensure the mandate of their department is fulfilled.

-> The mandate of a Recruiting Department is the recruitment of quality people to grow the membership of their division.
-> The mandate of a Morale Department is to run regular recreation events for their division's members.

Specific tasks are as follows:

-> Making changes to their department to further fulfill the department's mandate.
-> Ensure that their department has enough staff to complete the department's mandate.
-> Ensure that the department members adhere to the requirements of the department.
-> Remove any department members who are not doing their jobs.
-> Reporting on the status of the department to their division commander on a weekly basis.