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Military Officer Special and Tactical Operations Leaders, All Other

SOC 55-1019.00Job Zone —v.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers tactical and special operations leadership in correctional and military detention environments, spanning inmate count procedures, order and discipline enforcement, emergency response, and compliance with institutional and governmental regulations.

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Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Inmate counts — conduct and record under direct supervisor oversight during scheduled headcounts in a correctional facility.
  2. Institutional regulations — review and reference written policies before applying procedures in an assigned housing unit.
  3. Order and discipline — observe and report minor infractions to senior officers in accordance with facility rules.
  4. Emergency protocols — identify correct response steps by consulting procedure manuals during simulated escape drills.
  5. Oral communications — relay inmate status reports clearly and accurately to shift supervisors during routine briefings.
  6. Active listening — receive and confirm instructions from ranking officers before executing assigned security duties.
  7. Database software — enter basic inmate movement and count data into facility management systems under guidance.
  8. Social perceptiveness — recognize changes in detainee behavior and flag concerns to a supervising officer on the unit floor.
  9. English language documentation — complete standard incident report forms using correct terminology under supervisory review.
  10. Near-vision inspection — verify identification credentials and physical descriptions of inmates during entry and exit processing.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Periodic inmate counts — independently conduct, verify, and reconcile headcounts across multiple housing units during assigned shifts.
  2. Policy compliance — apply institutional rules and government regulations without prompting to maintain consistent order in daily operations.
  3. Discipline maintenance — address minor inmate violations directly using established graduated-response procedures in a correctional setting.
  4. Emergency response — execute initial containment actions during escape or disturbance events before senior leadership arrives on scene.
  5. Coordination — synchronize patrol schedules and post assignments with peer officers to eliminate security gaps across the facility.
  6. Critical thinking — assess ambiguous situations involving inmate behavior and select appropriate intervention strategies from known protocols.
  7. Monitoring — conduct regular surveillance rounds and document observations in shift logs using office suite and word processing software.
  8. Deductive reasoning — apply general facility security rules to specific inmate circumstances to determine appropriate disciplinary action.
  9. Spreadsheet software — track inmate population data, count discrepancies, and duty rosters using facility-issued spreadsheet tools.
  10. Stress tolerance — maintain composure and follow procedural checklists during high-tension confrontations or unexpected security incidents.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Inmate count integrity — autonomously design and audit count verification procedures to detect discrepancies across all housing units.
  2. Full-scope security management — enforce and interpret institutional policies across complex, non-routine situations throughout the entire facility.
  3. Non-routine emergency leadership — direct multi-officer response to escapes, riots, or medical crises using real-time judgment and tactical coordination.
  4. Law and government knowledge — apply relevant statutes, administrative codes, and facility regulations to adjudicate disciplinary hearings independently.
  5. Inductive reasoning — identify emerging behavioral patterns among the inmate population and develop proactive intervention strategies.
  6. Advanced monitoring — design and implement surveillance schedules that cover dynamic post assignments and shift changes across the facility.
  7. Judgment and decision making — weigh competing security, legal, and humanitarian factors to resolve high-stakes inmate management cases.
  8. Database query analysis — extract and analyze population and incident data from institutional management systems to inform operational decisions.
  9. Staff coordination — lead cross-functional security teams during facility-wide operations, integrating multiple units to achieve unified command objectives.
  10. Psychology application — assess inmate mental state and risk level to determine appropriate housing, supervision intensity, and intervention referrals.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Strategic security policy — develop and institutionalize facility-wide rules, procedures, and standards that govern all tactical operations leaders.
  2. Organizational emergency doctrine — author and exercise comprehensive emergency response plans covering escapes, riots, and mass-casualty scenarios for the entire facility.
  3. Leadership development — mentor and evaluate junior and mid-level tactical officers, designing structured on-the-job training programs to build unit capability.
  4. Regulatory oversight — lead compliance reviews ensuring all personnel adhere to institutional, government, and legal mandates across every operational area.
  5. Inmate population strategy — direct long-term classification, housing, and supervision policies that maintain security and reduce recidivism at organizational scale.
  6. Executive decision making — exercise final judgment on critical incidents, inmate discipline, and resource allocation under high ambiguity and public scrutiny.
  7. Inter-agency coordination — represent the facility in partnerships with law enforcement, courts, and government agencies during joint security operations.
  8. Technology governance — oversee selection, implementation, and staff training for database, communication, and surveillance systems used across the facility.
  9. Culture of integrity — model and institutionalize standards of self-control, dependability, and ethical conduct throughout the officer corps.
  10. Performance accountability — design and administer evaluation frameworks that measure officer competency, count accuracy, and emergency response effectiveness across all shifts.

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. AI-assisted regulation lookup — uses an AI assistant to retrieve and summarize institutional policies and rules, cross-checking outputs against official documentation before briefing personnel Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Incident log drafting — delegates initial write-ups of routine security events and inmate count discrepancies to an AI tool, then reviews and corrects the output for accuracy and compliance Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Threat-pattern monitoring support — applies AI-generated summaries of surveillance data or incident trends as one input into situational awareness assessments, while retaining personal judgment on all alerts WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Emergency response preparation — directs an AI assistant to compile scenario briefings and contingency checklists for escape or disturbance events, then validates completeness against operational experience before issuing to subordinates 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. Personnel briefing augmentation — uses AI-generated talking points to prepare structured oral briefings, editing outputs to reflect the social and interpersonal context the AI cannot assess Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Policy compliance gap analysis — tasks an AI tool with comparing current unit procedures against updated regulations, reviewing flagged discrepancies and making enforcement decisions independently Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Human-AI task boundary governance — defines which tactical and security decisions remain exclusively human-led and which preparatory or analytical tasks are delegated to AI tools, given the occupation's Q2 augmented profile and the limits of AI on active-listening and social-perceptiveness tasks Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Cross-unit AI workflow standardization — establishes repeatable protocols for AI-assisted documentation, monitoring, and briefing across subordinate teams, ensuring outputs are always validated by a qualified officer before operational use WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab. Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. 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

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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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. Inmate count reporting — relays periodic count results using standardized formats to shift supervisors within institutional communication protocols 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. Post-order comprehension — reads and interprets assigned post orders and institutional regulations to clarify expected duties during initial assignments O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Verbal directive delivery — issues basic verbal commands to inmates using clear, authoritative language appropriate to correctional environment 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. Incident documentation — drafts accurate written incident reports capturing sequence of events, involved parties, and actions taken during security responses 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. Multi-audience briefing — communicates shift status, security concerns, and operational updates to both subordinate staff and relieving officers during handover 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. De-escalation dialogue — applies structured verbal communication techniques to defuse inmate conflicts before they escalate to physical confrontation O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Cross-unit coordination messaging — transmits tactical information across housing units, control rooms, and external response teams during emergency operations with precision and speed 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. Policy articulation — explains institutional rules, legal rights, and procedural requirements to inmates and staff in plain language that reduces misunderstanding and grievance O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. After-action reporting — produces comprehensive written summaries of tactical operations or security incidents that meet evidentiary and administrative standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Command-level communication — delivers authoritative operational briefings to multi-agency teams, administrative leadership, and external stakeholders during complex tactical 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. Communication system design — develops standardized reporting templates and briefing protocols adopted institution-wide to improve information consistency across shifts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored communication coaching — trains junior officers in verbal de-escalation, report writing, and radio discipline through structured feedback and scenario rehearsal 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.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Post accountability — assumes personal responsibility for assigned post duties, inmate supervision, and equipment accountability during each shift Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer support initiation — identifies when a fellow officer needs assistance and steps in to support without being directed, reflecting nascent leadership instinct Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Shift team guidance — directs small teams of correctional officers during assigned shifts, distributing tasks and monitoring compliance with post orders 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. Emerging leader modeling — demonstrates professional conduct, uniform standards, and regulatory compliance that junior officers observe and replicate 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. Emergency command assumption — assumes on-scene command during escapes, disturbances, or medical crises, directing officer responses and coordinating resources until senior leadership arrives 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. Disciplinary leadership — initiates corrective actions and formal documentation processes when staff or inmate conduct violates institutional rules, maintaining accountability without bias 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. Tactical team direction — leads special operations teams through high-risk cell extractions, contraband searches, or perimeter breaches using established tactical protocols O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Institutional leadership influence — shapes operational culture by championing security standards, staff welfare, and ethical conduct across an entire facility or command element Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Strategic officer development — designs and implements leadership development programs that build tactical competence and command readiness in junior and mid-level officers 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. Crisis command leadership — exercises executive command authority during multi-unit emergencies, coordinating law enforcement, medical, and administrative responses simultaneously 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.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Self-assessment of post performance — reflects on daily post duties to identify gaps in knowledge of institutional procedures and regulations following each shift Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulation learning monitoring — tracks personal comprehension of new policies and identifies areas requiring additional study before operational application Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Tactical decision review — examines own decision-making process after security incidents to identify whether responses aligned with training and institutional protocol Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Bias recognition in supervision — identifies personal assumptions about inmate behavior that may influence consistency of rule enforcement and adjusts approach accordingly 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. After-action self-evaluation — systematically analyzes own role in complex security operations to distinguish effective tactics from areas requiring remediation before the next event Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy adaptation — adjusts personal approach to acquiring new tactical, legal, or administrative knowledge based on what methods have proven effective across previous training cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cognitive leadership modeling — articulates metacognitive processes explicitly when mentoring officers, teaching them to self-monitor decisions under stress rather than react automatically Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional knowledge gap analysis — evaluates collective officer knowledge deficiencies across a command and designs targeted interventions that address root cognitive and training causes 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.
4Critical Thinking9 statements
Emerging
  1. Rule application analysis — examines specific inmate behaviors against institutional policy to determine whether a violation has occurred before initiating disciplinary 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. Situation risk identification — recognizes observable cues in housing unit dynamics that indicate elevated tension or potential security threat O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Evidence evaluation in investigations — assesses physical evidence, witness statements, and inmate accounts during internal investigations to form objective conclusions 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. Competing priority judgment — weighs immediate security demands against inmate welfare needs and administrative requirements to determine appropriate action sequence 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. Tactical option analysis — evaluates multiple response options during emergencies, considering force authorization levels, available resources, and risk to officers and inmates before committing to 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. Policy gap identification — identifies inconsistencies between written institutional policy and actual operational practice, escalating findings through appropriate 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.
  3. Behavioral pattern recognition — synthesizes behavioral intelligence from multiple housing units to identify coordinated inmate activity that poses institutional security risk O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic security assessment — conducts comprehensive critical analysis of facility-wide security vulnerabilities, identifying structural, procedural, and personnel factors that create exploitable gaps 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. Doctrine-level reasoning — challenges outdated tactical or administrative doctrines with evidence-based arguments, proposing revisions that improve operational effectiveness and legal compliance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Shift handover participation — contributes accurate inmate count data and post observations to incoming shift during structured changeover briefings 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. Inter-post coordination — communicates with adjacent post officers to maintain coordinated situational awareness across housing unit boundaries O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Multi-agency cooperation — works alongside law enforcement, medical personnel, and mental health staff during joint operational responses within the institutional environment 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. Team response coordination — integrates personal tactical role with team members during cell extractions or disturbance responses, maintaining assigned positions and timing 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. Cross-functional task force contribution — collaborates effectively within multi-disciplinary teams addressing gang activity, contraband networks, or systemic inmate management challenges 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. Conflict navigation within command — manages disagreements between officers or units over jurisdictional responsibilities or tactical approaches, brokering workable solutions without undermining command cohesion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Joint training collaboration — co-develops and delivers tactical training exercises with peer officers and supervisors, integrating diverse expertise to create realistic scenarios Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Interagency coalition leadership — leads collaborative planning with external law enforcement, government agencies, and community stakeholders during large-scale security operations or critical incidents 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. Institutional collaboration architecture — establishes formal coordination mechanisms between security, programming, medical, and administrative departments that improve whole-facility operational effectiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Regulatory compliance demonstration — adheres consistently to institutional rules, use-of-force policies, and inmate rights standards from the first assignment without requiring repeated correction 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. Ethical boundary maintenance — refuses to participate in or condone violations of inmate rights, staff conduct standards, or institutional policy even under peer pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Accountability in error — acknowledges and formally reports own mistakes or rule deviations in documentation, accepting responsibility rather than concealing incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Impartial enforcement — applies institutional rules consistently across all inmates regardless of personal relationship history, race, affiliation, or prior behavior 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. Integrity under observation — maintains identical professional conduct whether or not supervisors, cameras, or oversight personnel are present during post duties Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Whistleblower courage — formally reports observed staff misconduct, corruption, or use-of-force violations through proper channels despite institutional social 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.
  3. Ethical dilemma navigation — resolves conflicts between operational expediency and legal or ethical obligations by consistently prioritizing lawful, rights-respecting outcomes 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. Institutional integrity culture — models and actively promotes an ethical command culture where accountability, transparency, and professional standards are non-negotiable at every rank Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Ethics oversight leadership — leads formal integrity investigations or ethics training programs that address systemic misconduct risks within a facility or command element 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.
7Creativity9 statements
Emerging
  1. Adaptive post coverage — improvises effective monitoring approaches when standard post coverage is disrupted by staffing shortages or physical plant limitations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Problem identification framing — identifies recurring operational problems on post and articulates them in ways that suggest novel intervention possibilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Contraband detection innovation — develops new search patterns and detection techniques that address evolving inmate concealment methods not covered by existing standard procedures 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. De-escalation approach variation — tailors verbal intervention strategies to individual inmate communication styles rather than applying single scripted responses 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. Tactical scenario design — creates realistic, novel training exercises that expose officers to unconventional threat scenarios and build adaptive decision-making beyond rote procedure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Operational problem-solving — devises practical solutions to facility security gaps using available resources when standard remedies are unavailable or insufficient 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. Program adaptation — modifies existing inmate management programs to address emerging behavioral trends or population changes with limited administrative support Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Security system innovation — pioneers new institutional security concepts, technologies, or operational models that are adopted beyond the originating facility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Doctrine creative revision — redesigns outdated tactical response protocols using creative synthesis of best practices from corrections, law enforcement, and military special operations fields 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.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Training engagement — participates actively in mandatory and voluntary training programs, treating corrections and tactical skill development as ongoing rather than one-time events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback receptivity — accepts supervisor correction of post performance or report-writing errors without defensiveness and applies feedback in subsequent duties Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Incident learning extraction — analyzes security incidents in which personal performance was inadequate and identifies specific skills to develop before a similar situation recurs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Self-initiated skill development — pursues additional qualifications in tactical operations, legal standards, or crisis intervention beyond minimum institutional requirements 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. Challenge reframing — approaches high-risk assignments, difficult inmate populations, or demanding tactical rotations as growth opportunities rather than burdens Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Sustained effort through adversity — maintains professional performance standards during extended high-stress periods such as institutional lockdowns, staffing crises, or prolonged tactical 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.
  3. Constructive failure use — documents and shares lessons from unsuccessful tactical responses or security failures to improve team learning without assigning personal blame Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Growth culture creation — institutionalizes a learning culture within a command where after-action reviews, peer feedback, and continuous improvement are standard practice rather than exceptional events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentored growth facilitation — guides officers through career development planning, connecting personal growth goals to institutional training pipelines and advancement pathways 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.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Situational attention maintenance — sustains focused attention during long monotonous post watches, resisting distraction that creates security blind spots 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. Emotional baseline awareness — recognizes personal emotional reactions to provocative inmate behavior before those reactions influence professional conduct Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Stress response regulation — applies deliberate calming techniques before and during high-tension inmate interactions to maintain measured, lawful responses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Environmental scanning discipline — maintains systematic, habitual observation of assigned areas to detect subtle changes in inmate behavior or physical environment signaling emerging threats 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. Intentional command presence — manages personal affect, posture, and tone consciously during confrontational encounters to project authority without provoking escalation 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. High-stakes decision pacing — pauses deliberately before committing to use-of-force decisions during emergencies to ensure actions are proportional and legally defensible 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. Officer wellness monitoring — recognizes signs of compassion fatigue or hypervigilance in self and colleagues and initiates appropriate support or operational adjustment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindful command culture — integrates mindfulness-based stress management practices into unit operations and officer wellness programs, reducing burnout and use-of-force incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Tactical mindfulness instruction — teaches officers to apply present-moment awareness and emotional regulation techniques during high-stress scenario training, improving performance under pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude9 statements
Emerging
  1. Initial adversity endurance — maintains professional conduct and post duties during first exposures to inmate hostility, institutional violence, or traumatic incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Physical and psychological readiness — sustains the fitness and mental preparedness required to respond effectively to sudden, dangerous situations across extended shift rotations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained pressure performance — continues executing security duties effectively during prolonged institutional crises such as riots, lockdowns, or mass disturbances without operational degradation 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. Repeated trauma resilience — returns to full professional effectiveness after exposure to violent incidents, inmate deaths, or staff injuries that would cause less resilient officers to disengage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Courageous intervention — physically intervenes in dangerous assaults or emergencies despite personal safety risk when institutional duty and lawful authority require 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. Unpopular decision ownership — enforces institutional rules and command decisions that generate hostility from inmates or peers without retreating from professional responsibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-term mission persistence — sustains high-performance leadership across multi-year high-risk command assignments without erosion of standards or ethical commitment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Fortitude modeling in extremis — demonstrates composure and decisiveness during the most dangerous or psychologically demanding tactical events in ways that anchor team performance and prevent panic 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. Resilience system building — develops formal peer support, critical incident stress management, and officer resilience programs that strengthen institutional fortitude across an entire command Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. 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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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
28.050328.050428.050528.059928.060128.060228.060429.0301

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.