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Armored Assault Vehicle Officers

SOC 55-1013.00Job Zone —v.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers correctional and armored assault vehicle officer competencies across housing unit security, inmate count management, emergency response, policy enforcement, and leadership within military-affiliated and correctional institutional environments at Job Zone 3.

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Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Periodic inmate counts — conduct under direct supervision using standardized count procedures on an assigned housing unit.
  2. Institutional rules and regulations — review and apply basic policies under the guidance of a senior officer during initial deployment.
  3. Post orders and security protocols — follow step-by-step written instructions to maintain assigned area security on a correctional facility floor.
  4. Inmate behavior patterns — recognize early warning signs of tension or non-compliance and report observations to a supervising officer.
  5. Active listening skills — receive and accurately relay verbal instructions from supervisors during shift briefings in a correctional setting.
  6. Emergency response procedures — identify the appropriate protocol for routine incidents such as minor altercations under direct supervision.
  7. Electronic mail and office suite software — use to document basic shift activities and submit required reports to shift supervisors.
  8. English language communication — write legible, factually accurate incident entries in a daily logbook on an assigned post.
  9. Personal conduct and self-control — demonstrate composure when interacting with inmates under stressful but routine correctional conditions.
  10. Data entry and database interfaces — input inmate count data and basic movement records into the facility management system with supervisor review.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Regular inmate counts — independently conduct, verify, and reconcile scheduled counts across multiple housing areas with minimal supervisory oversight.
  2. Institutional policy compliance — apply and enforce all relevant rules and procedures consistently during routine and moderately complex situations on an assigned shift.
  3. Order and discipline maintenance — intervene appropriately in low-to-moderate-level disturbances, applying de-escalation techniques within established guidelines.
  4. Emergency response coordination — execute assigned emergency response roles during drills and actual incidents such as unauthorized absences, coordinating with a response team.
  5. Critical thinking in operational contexts — evaluate conflicting information from inmates and staff to make sound, timely decisions on a correctional housing unit.
  6. Monitoring and surveillance — routinely observe and document inmate movement, behavior, and facility conditions across an assigned zone throughout a full shift.
  7. Social perceptiveness — adapt communication style and approach when interacting with inmates of varying behavioral profiles on a daily operational basis.
  8. Spreadsheet and word processing software — prepare and maintain accurate shift reports, population counts, and incident summaries for supervisory review.
  9. Coordination with colleagues — synchronize post coverage and information handoffs with peers during shift transitions in a multi-officer correctional environment.
  10. Public safety and security knowledge — apply working knowledge of physical security measures, contraband detection, and perimeter integrity during routine patrols.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Inmate count accuracy and accountability — autonomously manage and certify all count procedures across complex or high-risk housing assignments, resolving discrepancies without supervisor intervention.
  2. Full-scope policy enforcement — interpret and enforce the complete range of institutional rules, regulations, and legal requirements independently in non-routine or contested situations.
  3. Non-routine security incidents — assess and respond to escapes, major disturbances, or hostage situations by directing immediate actions and communicating with emergency response units.
  4. Judgment and decision making under pressure — evaluate rapidly evolving threats on a correctional compound and select the most effective lawful response without waiting for directives.
  5. Inductive and deductive reasoning — synthesize behavioral intelligence, facility data, and policy knowledge to anticipate security vulnerabilities before incidents occur.
  6. Law and government knowledge — apply relevant statutes, correctional case law, and constitutional inmate rights to daily operational decisions across a full correctional environment.
  7. Presentation and reporting software — develop detailed incident reports, trend analyses, and briefing materials for administrative review following significant security events.
  8. Mentorship of junior officers — guide emerging staff through complex post assignments, demonstrating correct protocol application in live operational settings.
  9. Crisis communication — deliver clear, authoritative verbal directions to inmates and staff simultaneously during emergency scenarios on a correctional facility compound.
  10. Interdepartmental coordination — collaborate with mental health, medical, and administrative units to manage complex inmate cases requiring multi-disciplinary security responses.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Facility-wide security strategy — design and implement comprehensive security plans, post coverage schemes, and emergency response frameworks across an entire correctional institution.
  2. Policy and regulatory development — author, review, and update institutional operating procedures and standing orders to align with evolving legal standards and best practices.
  3. Organizational emergency preparedness — lead multi-agency tabletop exercises and live emergency simulations, evaluating and improving facility-wide response capabilities.
  4. Senior leadership decision making — set operational priorities and resource allocation for an entire shift or facility division under complex, high-stakes security conditions.
  5. Staff development and training programs — design and oversee structured training curricula for correctional officer cohorts, integrating skills, knowledge, and work-style competencies.
  6. Performance accountability systems — establish measurable standards for count accuracy, incident response, and policy compliance and evaluate officer performance against them.
  7. Administration and management oversight — direct budgetary, scheduling, and administrative functions across a correctional unit, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance.
  8. Intelligence and risk assessment leadership — lead systemic analysis of behavioral, intelligence, and environmental data to proactively mitigate institutional security threats at scale.
  9. Interagency and executive communication — represent the institution in coordination with law enforcement agencies, legal counsel, and government oversight bodies during major incidents.
  10. Organizational culture and integrity — model and institutionalize a culture of dependability, ethical conduct, and professional accountability across all ranks of a correctional command.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. Basic AI briefing support — uses AI tools to summarize regulations, unit orders, and institutional policy documents before shift, reducing manual reading time without delegating judgment on enforcement decisions.
Developing
  1. Situational monitoring assistance — directs AI systems to aggregate sensor feeds, incident logs, and personnel tracking data into a consolidated operational picture, while the officer retains final assessment of threat level WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Policy compliance cross-referencing — queries an AI assistant to identify relevant rules and procedural requirements for a developing situation, then applies personal judgment to enforce the appropriate response Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Incident pattern analysis — tasks an AI tool with reviewing historical incident records to surface recurring security vulnerabilities or inmate behavioral trends, then briefs the command element on findings Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. After-action documentation — dictates or drafts after-action reports with AI assistance, verifying factual accuracy and chain-of-command attribution before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Communication clarity review — runs orders, radio scripts, and written directives through an AI editor to ensure precision and compliance with military communication standards, while retaining full authorship of the command intent WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Operational planning integration — directs AI tools to model multiple course-of-action scenarios for assault vehicle employment, evaluating terrain, threat data, and force disposition, then synthesizes outputs into a command decision briefing Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI output validation protocol — establishes unit-level standards for which AI-generated intelligence products require human verification before operational use, and trains subordinates on those thresholds Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Cross-domain data fusion — orchestrates AI-assisted fusion of vehicle telemetry, communications intercepts, and reconnaissance imagery to maintain real-time common operating picture, while adjudicating conflicting data feeds through tactical expertise WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 33
Augment share: 3.3%
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Tactical radio communication — transmits and receives basic position reports and situation updates using standard military radio procedures during training exercises Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crew briefing basics — delivers pre-mission information to vehicle crew members using standard briefing formats in garrison environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Written report drafting — composes initial after-action reports and incident logs using prescribed military formats following vehicle operations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Interunit coordination communication — relays operational orders and status updates across multiple vehicle crews during combined arms maneuvers with increasing clarity and accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Subordinate instruction delivery — explains vehicle crew duties, safety protocols, and tactical procedures to junior soldiers with appropriate technical language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Command post reporting — provides accurate verbal situation reports to higher headquarters regarding vehicle readiness, fuel status, and tactical positioning O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Combat order dissemination — delivers five-paragraph operations orders to armored vehicle platoon crews under time pressure, ensuring all elements understand mission, enemy, terrain, and execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-functional liaison communication — coordinates movement, fires, and logistics with infantry, artillery, and aviation elements through precise verbal and written communication during multi-echelon operations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. After-action review facilitation — leads structured post-mission discussions with vehicle crews, synthesizing observations into clear lessons-learned documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Commander's intent articulation — communicates complex operational concepts and mission intent across subordinate vehicle commanders, enabling decentralized execution without constant guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Interagency and coalition communication — adapts communication style and content when coordinating armored operations with joint, multinational, or interagency partners in complex operational environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Public affairs and command messaging — represents armored unit capabilities and actions to senior leadership, civilian officials, or media with authoritative, mission-appropriate messaging O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Vehicle crew task assignment — directs assigned crew members through routine maintenance and accountability tasks under supervision of a senior vehicle commander Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Personal accountability modeling — demonstrates punctuality, uniform standards, and equipment readiness as a foundational leadership behavior within the vehicle crew Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Section-level mission planning — coordinates two or more armored vehicles through rehearsals, preparing crews for execution of assigned tactical tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Soldier counseling initiation — conducts periodic performance counseling sessions with assigned crew members, identifying developmental goals and corrective actions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Emergency assumption of command — takes command of a vehicle or section when the primary leader becomes a casualty, maintaining mission continuity under stress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Platoon tactical leadership — leads four-vehicle armored platoon through offensive, defensive, and stability operations, synchronizing fires, movement, and sustainment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crew cohesion development — builds high-performing vehicle crews through deliberate team development, standards enforcement, and recognition of individual contributions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Disciplinary action execution — administers corrective measures and nonjudicial punishment proceedings in accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice to maintain unit discipline O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Company-level command — commands an armored assault vehicle company of 60 to 120 soldiers, setting command climate, directing training priorities, and executing multi-mission operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Leader development program design — creates and implements structured developmental pathways for junior vehicle commanders, accelerating their tactical and leadership proficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Organizational culture shaping — establishes and sustains command values, ethical standards, and performance expectations across a large armored organization through consistent modeling and reinforcement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Personal performance self-assessment — evaluates individual vehicle gunnery and crew coordination skills against established qualification standards after training iterations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning gap identification — recognizes deficiencies in tactical knowledge following map exercises or mission rehearsals and seeks targeted instruction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Decision review practice — reflects on tactical decisions made during field exercises, identifying cognitive shortcuts or information gaps that influenced outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Training approach calibration — adjusts personal study and preparation methods for military occupational specialty tasks based on performance feedback from evaluators Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Cognitive load management in combat — monitors personal decision-making quality under fatigue and information overload during sustained armored operations, applying deliberate pause techniques to maintain accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Leadership blind spot examination — systematically reviews own command decisions through after-action reviews, identifying recurring biases or assumptions that affect tactical judgment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Unit training strategy reflection — evaluates the effectiveness of collective training events against measurable readiness outcomes and adjusts training schedules accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Commander's learning culture creation — institutionalizes reflective practice across the armored unit by embedding structured self-assessment into all levels of training and mission planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive expertise development — models and teaches metacognitive strategies to subordinate vehicle commanders, enabling them to independently recognize and correct their own cognitive errors in dynamic environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Intelligence product interpretation — reads and extracts relevant threat information from basic intelligence summaries to support vehicle crew situational awareness during mission preparation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Terrain analysis fundamentals — identifies key terrain features, obstacles, and avenues of approach from topographic maps during planning exercises O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Tactical problem framing — analyzes an assigned sector of operations to identify enemy courses of action, friendly vulnerabilities, and critical decision points during mission planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Rules of engagement application — evaluates ambiguous engagement scenarios against applicable rules of engagement, distinguishing lawful targets from protected persons and property Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Maintenance priority triage — assesses vehicle system faults across a platoon to determine repair priority sequence based on operational impact and available resources O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Enemy course of action wargaming — war-games multiple enemy responses to friendly armored maneuver, stress-testing the operation plan for logical gaps and synchronization failures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk assessment and mitigation — conducts deliberate and time-constrained risk assessments for armored operations, weighing mission requirements against crew safety and equipment survivability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Information reliability evaluation — discriminates between confirmed, probable, and speculative battlefield intelligence when making engagement and movement decisions under time pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Complex operational problem solving — resolves multi-domain tactical problems involving fires integration, logistics constraints, and civilian considerations that exceed standard doctrine, requiring original analytical synthesis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Doctrinal assumption challenge — identifies and challenges outdated tactical assumptions in unit standing operating procedures, proposing evidence-based revisions that improve armored vehicle employment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Adversarial thinking application — systematically adopts adversary perspective during mission planning to identify friendly force vulnerabilities and shape deception and counter-reconnaissance efforts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Crew member integration — contributes assigned crew duties (driver, loader, gunner) in coordination with vehicle commander during gunnery qualification events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer coordination during maintenance — collaborates with fellow vehicle crew members to complete scheduled preventive maintenance checks and services within required time windows Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Combined arms task force participation — integrates armored vehicle section into infantry or combined arms team operations, synchronizing movement and fires with adjacent units Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-functional staff coordination — works with logistics, fires, and intelligence staff sections to resource and inform armored platoon operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Joint fires coordination — collaborates with forward observers, fire support officers, and aviation liaisons to synchronize indirect and close air support with armored maneuver O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multinational unit integration — operates armored vehicles within coalition formations, adapting to partner-nation procedures and communication protocols to maintain collective mission effectiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Unit collective training synchronization — coordinates training schedules and range resources across multiple vehicle platoons to achieve synchronized collective task proficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Interagency operational collaboration — leads coordination between armored unit, host-nation security forces, and civilian agencies during stability operations to achieve unified action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-echelon training partnership — designs and executes collaborative training programs with higher headquarters and sister units, integrating armored forces into large-scale combat operations exercises Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Law of armed conflict compliance — adheres to rules of engagement and law of armed conflict standards during all training scenarios and simulated combat situations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Equipment accountability honesty — accurately reports vehicle and crew equipment status, including deficiencies, without falsification or omission Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ethical engagement decision-making — refuses unlawful orders and reports violations of rules of engagement or detainee treatment standards through proper channels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Consistent standards enforcement — applies unit policies and regulations equally across all subordinates regardless of personal relationships or unit pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Moral courage in command — makes unpopular but mission-necessary decisions, including removing underperforming crew members or reporting equipment failures that delay operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional integrity modeling — demonstrates transparency and accountability in resource management, training reporting, and operational assessments, setting standards for subordinate vehicle commanders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Soldier welfare prioritization — balances mission accomplishment with crew safety and welfare, advocating for adequate rest, equipment maintenance, and medical support during sustained operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational ethics leadership — establishes and sustains an ethical command climate across the armored unit, creating systems for reporting misconduct and reinforcing professional standards through daily leadership Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional accountability under scrutiny — accepts full responsibility for unit actions, outcomes, and errors when reporting to higher command or external review bodies, without deflecting to subordinates Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Improvised tactical solution application — applies field-expedient fixes to vehicle crew resource shortfalls during training exercises when standard solutions are unavailable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Alternative route identification — proposes non-doctrinal movement routes during terrain walks based on creative reading of ground conditions and enemy vulnerability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Adaptive tactics development — modifies standard vehicle platoon tactical formations and battle drills to address non-standard terrain or threat conditions encountered during operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training scenario design — creates realistic and challenging training scenarios for vehicle crews that replicate emerging threat conditions not fully captured in current doctrine Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Non-doctrinal problem resolution — develops original tactical solutions when standard armored vehicle doctrine fails to address specific operational constraints, terrain, or enemy adaptations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Deception and surprise planning — designs creative deception operations to conceal armored vehicle positions, routes, and intentions from adversary reconnaissance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Concept development and innovation — contributes original ideas on armored vehicle employment, crew gunnery methodology, or combined arms integration to unit and institutional doctrine development efforts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Experimental training design — pilots novel collective training methodologies for armored units, using after-action data to validate and refine approaches before broader institutional adoption Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Gunnery qualification feedback acceptance — receives and acts on marksmanship and crew qualification feedback from senior evaluators without defensive resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Training failure analysis — examines personal and crew errors after failed training events to extract specific corrective actions rather than attributing failure to external factors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Challenging assignment pursuit — volunteers for demanding tactical assignments, observer-controller roles, or advanced training opportunities that accelerate skill development beyond the minimum standard Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer learning engagement — seeks tactical mentorship and knowledge from experienced vehicle commanders and non-commissioned officers to accelerate professional development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Combat lesson integration — systematically incorporates lessons from operational deployments and after-action reviews into personal and unit tactical practices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Sustained performance improvement — demonstrates measurable improvement in vehicle crew qualification scores, leader tasks, and mission planning quality across successive evaluation cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Setback recovery modeling — returns to full operational effectiveness following equipment loss, personnel casualties, or mission failure, demonstrating persistence and adaptive recovery for subordinates Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Unit learning culture institutionalization — embeds continuous improvement practices into unit training cycles, making growth-oriented feedback and experimentation the organizational norm for all armored crews Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Career-long mastery pursuit — actively pursues advanced military education, joint assignments, and broadening experiences to expand tactical and strategic competence well beyond minimum career requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Situational awareness maintenance — sustains focused observation of assigned sector during vehicle crew duties, avoiding attention drift during extended static operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress recognition in training — identifies personal stress responses during challenging gunnery or tactical training events and applies basic self-regulation techniques to maintain task performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Combat emotion regulation — manages fear, frustration, and anger responses during simulated and live combat scenarios to maintain command presence and decision accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crew morale monitoring — attends to behavioral and emotional cues among vehicle crew members indicating fatigue, stress, or declining cohesion during sustained operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stress decision presence — maintains deliberate, grounded decision-making during vehicle contact, casualty events, or communications blackout by resisting reactive impulses and applying structured decision processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operational tempo self-management — monitors personal cognitive and physical fatigue accumulation during extended operations and implements crew rest and recovery measures before performance degrades Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Intent-driven action — pauses before issuing orders during dynamic tactical situations to ensure instructions reflect commander's intent rather than reactive responses to immediate pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Unit stress culture leadership — establishes mindfulness and stress inoculation practices as deliberate components of unit training, improving collective performance under combat conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Strategic mindfulness modeling — demonstrates calm, present-centered command behavior during high-visibility operations and crises, creating psychological stability across the armored formation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude9 statements
Emerging
  1. Physical hardship endurance — maintains required vehicle crew duties during extended field operations under adverse weather, terrain, and sleep-deprivation conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Training obstacle persistence — continues working toward vehicle qualification standards after initial failures without abandoning preparation or seeking reduced standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained operational commitment — maintains mission focus and crew discipline across multi-day armored operations involving continuous movement, limited resupply, and contact with adversary forces Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Ambiguity tolerance in operations — continues mission execution when communications are degraded, orders are incomplete, or the operational situation is unclear, using commander's intent as the guide Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Combat loss recovery — re-establishes unit effectiveness and crew cohesion following vehicle loss, personnel casualties, or mission failure during live operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional pressure resistance — maintains ethical and tactical standards under command pressure to falsify readiness reports, cut training corners, or accept unacceptable risk to meet timelines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Prolonged deployment endurance — sustains personal and unit performance standards across extended combat deployments, managing accumulated stress without degraded mission effectiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational resilience building — develops unit-wide resilience programs that prepare armored vehicle crews for the psychological and physical demands of sustained high-intensity conflict Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Courageous command decision-making — makes difficult decisions—including accepting significant risk to mission or accepting casualties to preserve strategic objectives—with clarity and resolve under extreme operational pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Armor Officer · Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) Officer · Cavalry Officer · Light-Armored Reconnaissance Officer · Light-Armored Vehicle Officer · Tank Officer
RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCoordination
Knowledge domains
Public Safety and SecurityEnglish LanguageLaw and GovernmentCustomer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingAdministration and ManagementPsychologyComputers and Electronics
Abilities
Problem SensitivityOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningNear Vision
Work styles
DependabilityIntegrityStress ToleranceSelf-ControlCautiousnessAttention to Detail
Technology
Data base user interface and query softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation softwareWord processing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Take, receive, or check periodic inmate counts.
  2. Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations,
  3. Maintain knowledge of, comply with, and enforce all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations
  4. Respond to emergencies, such as escapes.
CIP education codes
28.060529.040729.020429.020529.020629.0207

Sources: O*NET v30.2 (CC BY 4.0), SkillsCrosswalk.com, LER.me, Anthropic Economic Index, SAFI (Jadhav & Danve, 2026), WEF Skills Taxonomy 2021, Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework. © 2026 EBSCOed.