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Military Enlisted Tactical Operations and Air/Weapons Specialists and Crew Members, All Other

SOC 55-3019.00Job Zone —v.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers tactical security, inmate supervision, emergency response, and policy enforcement competencies across correctional and military enlisted operational environments at Job Zone 3 preparation levels.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Inmate count procedures — execute scheduled headcounts under direct supervision in a correctional housing unit.
  2. Institutional rules and regulations — review and identify key policies during initial onboarding and supervised post assignments.
  3. Order and discipline — observe and report inmate behavior to senior staff during routine shifts in a secured facility.
  4. Emergency response protocols — follow prescribed steps under supervisor guidance during simulated escape or disturbance drills.
  5. Active listening skills — receive and accurately relay verbal instructions from supervisors during daily briefings in a tactical operations setting.
  6. Security documentation — complete basic incident logs and shift reports using word processing software under close oversight.
  7. Post assignment duties — carry out assigned patrol routes and perimeter checks following written post orders in a correctional environment.
  8. Public safety awareness — recognize and flag potential security hazards to shift supervisors during routine facility inspections.
  9. Inmate interaction — apply basic interpersonal communication techniques to address inmate inquiries in a supervised housing area.
  10. Database entry — input count and incident data into correctional management software under the direction of an experienced operator.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Periodic inmate counts — conduct and verify accurate headcounts independently across multiple housing units in accordance with institutional schedules.
  2. Policy compliance — interpret and apply institutional rules and regulations to daily post activities with minimal supervisory input in a correctional facility.
  3. Discipline and order maintenance — de-escalate low-level inmate conflicts using practiced verbal techniques within assigned operational areas.
  4. Emergency response execution — initiate and coordinate initial containment actions during escape attempts or disturbances before senior staff arrive on scene.
  5. Monitoring and surveillance — track inmate movement patterns and flag anomalies using facility monitoring systems during routine watch periods.
  6. Critical thinking in familiar scenarios — assess standard security incidents and select appropriate procedural responses in a mid-sized correctional institution.
  7. Inter-shift communication — prepare and deliver clear, accurate shift-change briefings to relieving personnel using established reporting formats.
  8. Law and government knowledge — apply relevant statutory and regulatory requirements to enforcement decisions during routine operations.
  9. Coordination with support units — communicate and synchronize actions with medical, administrative, and other operational units during non-routine events.
  10. Spreadsheet and records management — maintain accurate inmate tracking spreadsheets and retrieve historical data using office suite software.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Inmate count integrity — independently design and verify count verification procedures that detect discrepancies across an entire facility shift.
  2. Full-scope policy enforcement — autonomously enforce all institutional policies and procedures across diverse post assignments, including high-security and special-needs units.
  3. Complex order and discipline management — resolve non-routine inmate behavioral crises through strategic communication and coordinated intervention without direct supervisory instruction.
  4. Emergency command and control — lead on-scene response to escapes, riots, or mass disturbances, directing personnel actions and communicating status to command staff.
  5. Advanced monitoring and threat assessment — analyze behavioral intelligence and surveillance data to identify emerging security threats before incidents escalate.
  6. Judgment and decision making under pressure — make high-stakes enforcement decisions in ambiguous or rapidly evolving situations within a large correctional or tactical environment.
  7. Regulatory interpretation — evaluate new or revised laws and government directives and determine their operational impact on facility security procedures.
  8. Psychological insight application — apply working knowledge of inmate psychology to predict risk behaviors and inform individual management strategies.
  9. Technology proficiency — generate analytical reports from correctional database systems and present findings to administrative leadership using presentation software.
  10. Staff coordination across units — orchestrate multi-team tactical responses by integrating information from operations, medical, and legal units during complex incidents.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Institutional security strategy — develop and implement facility-wide security frameworks that align with regulatory mandates and organizational mission at the executive level.
  2. Policy development and oversight — author, revise, and champion institutional policies and procedures that govern all tactical operations and crew member conduct.
  3. Organizational emergency preparedness — design, test, and refine comprehensive emergency response plans for large-scale incidents including mass escapes and civil disturbances.
  4. Workforce development — mentor and evaluate junior and mid-level tactical specialists, building organizational capacity through structured coaching and performance feedback programs.
  5. Cross-agency coordination — lead collaborative operations with external law enforcement, judicial, and governmental agencies during major security incidents or inspections.
  6. Cultural and ethical standards — establish the integrity and professional conduct standards that define organizational culture across all ranks of an enlisted tactical workforce.
  7. Data-driven performance management — leverage enterprise database and analytical tools to measure facility security metrics and drive evidence-based operational improvements.
  8. Training program leadership — design and oversee formal training curricula for tactical operations personnel, ensuring alignment with current law, regulation, and best practice.
  9. Legislative and regulatory advocacy — represent organizational security interests before oversight bodies, contributing expert input to policy formulation at regional or national levels.
  10. Crisis leadership under extreme stress — direct organizational response during prolonged, high-consequence security crises, maintaining command authority and stakeholder communication throughout.

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 — queries an AI tool to retrieve and summarize relevant institutional policies or standing orders, then verifies the output against official documentation before applying it during routine duties.
Developing
  1. Incident log drafting — delegates the initial write-up of routine occurrence reports to an AI assistant, then reviews and corrects the draft against firsthand observations before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Situational briefing preparation — uses an AI tool to compile background information on emerging security threats or operational changes, filtering AI output through direct unit knowledge and command guidance Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Operational monitoring support — directs an AI-powered surveillance or data-aggregation tool to flag anomalies in inmate count records or movement logs, while retaining personal accountability for interpreting and acting on every alert 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. Emergency response pre-planning — tasks an AI assistant with generating draft contingency checklists for scenarios such as escapes or disturbances, then stress-tests each checklist against known facility constraints before briefing the team.
  3. Training scenario construction — orchestrates an AI tool to build realistic role-play scenarios for junior personnel, editing AI-generated content to reflect actual rules of engagement and unit-specific procedures Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Multi-source intelligence synthesis — coordinates AI-assisted aggregation of disciplinary records, behavioral patterns, and facility incident histories to brief commanders on evolving security risks, exercising independent judgment on every recommended course of action 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. Human-AI handoff protocol design — establishes clear criteria for which monitoring and reporting tasks are delegated to AI tools versus handled exclusively by personnel, documenting the rationale in standing operating procedures to maintain chain-of-command accountability Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. 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

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 — verbalizes periodic count results to supervisory personnel using standard protocols in a correctional setting 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. Regulation communication — reads and recites institutional policies to inmates during orientation using clear, direct 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. Shift handover briefing — relays basic status updates to relieving personnel through structured verbal summary Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Incident communication — documents and reports minor disturbances using accurate, factual language in official logs 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 communication — adjusts verbal tone and terminology when addressing inmates, supervisors, and support staff across different operational contexts 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 relay — transmits situational updates via radio during low-level security responses using correct call signs and brevity codes O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Operational briefing delivery — conducts shift briefings covering security status, inmate alerts, and procedural updates to assembled personnel with clarity and authority 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. Written documentation — composes detailed incident reports, use-of-force summaries, and disciplinary records that meet institutional and legal standards O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. De-escalation communication — employs active listening and measured verbal techniques to defuse inmate confrontations before physical intervention is required 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. Cross-agency communication — coordinates information exchange with law enforcement, medical, and judicial personnel during complex security incidents O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Communication standards mentorship — coaches junior personnel on report writing, radio discipline, and professional verbal conduct across all operational environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Crisis communication leadership — directs real-time verbal coordination among multiple units during facility emergencies, ensuring command clarity and information 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.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Post responsibility assumption — accepts accountability for assigned post duties and completes tasks without requiring constant supervision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer example setting — models compliance with institutional regulations in daily interactions with fellow crew members 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. Informal guidance delivery — directs junior enlisted members on correct procedures during routine security operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Initiative in emergency response — steps forward to coordinate immediate action during an escape or disturbance before formal command structures engage 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. Shift supervision — leads a small team of enlisted personnel through an entire operational shift, ensuring post coverage, count accuracy, and regulation compliance 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. Discipline enforcement leadership — applies consistent, fair authority when enforcing institutional rules across diverse inmate populations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. After-action accountability — conducts brief post-incident reviews with assigned personnel, identifying procedural gaps and corrective actions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Operational leadership under stress — maintains command presence and directs multi-team response during facility-wide emergencies such as riots or mass escapes 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. Leadership development — mentors emerging enlisted specialists in tactical decision-making, authority application, and professional bearing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Institutional policy leadership — contributes to revision of standing orders and security protocols based on observed operational gaps 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 procedure knowledge — identifies personal gaps in institutional policy familiarity and seeks clarification from supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Task monitoring awareness — recognizes when count procedures or security checks are becoming routine and flags personal attention drift Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Learning strategy application — applies structured study methods to memorize facility layouts, emergency codes, and regulatory updates 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. Error reflection — reviews own incident reports after supervisor feedback and adjusts documentation habits accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Cognitive load management — monitors personal vigilance levels during extended shifts and applies self-regulation strategies to maintain operational alertness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Tactical self-evaluation — assesses own decision-making during post-incident reviews and identifies alternative courses of action that could have improved 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. Metacognitive modeling — teaches junior personnel how to self-monitor attention and performance during monotonous or high-pressure tactical assignments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic learning integration — synthesizes lessons from multiple incidents and personal performance trends to continuously refine tactical and interpersonal competencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking9 statements
Emerging
  1. Threat recognition — identifies observable behavioral indicators in inmates that signal potential security risks during routine patrols 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. Rule application — determines which institutional policy applies to a given inmate behavior by reading and interpreting the relevant regulation O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Situation analysis — evaluates multiple contributing factors before deciding on an appropriate response to a low-level inmate altercation 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. Evidence assessment — distinguishes between reliable and unreliable inmate accounts when investigating a reported rule violation 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. Judgment under ambiguity — applies sound decision-making when institutional regulations do not explicitly address an emerging security scenario 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. Pattern recognition — detects anomalies in inmate behavior, facility conditions, or count discrepancies that indicate a developing security threat O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Risk-benefit evaluation — weighs tactical options during emergency response, considering force level, personnel safety, and legal compliance 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 incident analysis — leads post-incident reconstruction to identify systemic failures in security protocol and recommend structural improvements 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 critique — evaluates existing tactical procedures against current security threats and presents evidence-based alternatives to command leadership Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Post coordination — communicates relevant information to adjacent post personnel to maintain seamless security coverage 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 count participation — contributes accurate individual count data to a facility-wide census conducted by multiple personnel simultaneously O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Cross-functional cooperation — works alongside medical, administrative, and custodial staff to manage inmate movement without compromising security 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. Emergency team integration — performs assigned role within a coordinated emergency response team during drills and actual 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.
Applying
  1. Shift team cohesion — builds reliable working relationships with fellow enlisted personnel to ensure consistent enforcement of rules across post transitions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Inter-agency collaboration — coordinates with law enforcement officers during inmate transfer or external incident response in a shared operational environment O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Conflict navigation within team — addresses disagreements about procedure interpretation with peers using factual discussion rather than authority or avoidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Multi-unit operation leadership — orchestrates collaborative action across multiple security teams during a complex tactical event, aligning individual efforts toward a unified objective 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. Collaboration culture building — establishes norms of mutual accountability and information sharing within an enlisted unit that improve overall facility security outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Regulation adherence — complies with all institutional rules and procedures even when direct supervision is absent 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 conduct baseline — maintains appropriate bearing and language when interacting with inmates, peers, and supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ethical boundary maintenance — refuses to engage in favoritism or rule violations regardless of inmate pressure or peer influence 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. Accountability in error — reports own procedural mistakes to supervisors accurately and promptly without minimization Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Consistent integrity under pressure — enforces institutional discipline equitably during high-tension situations where personal bias or fear could distort 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.
  2. Confidentiality discipline — protects sensitive inmate records, security protocols, and operational information in accordance with legal and institutional standards O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Professionalism in adversity — maintains respectful, lawful conduct toward inmates during use-of-force events and post-incident interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical leadership modeling — demonstrates and articulates the relationship between personal integrity and institutional security outcomes to subordinate personnel Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability culture champion — creates an environment where enlisted personnel feel obligated and safe to report procedural violations, including those by peers 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.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Adaptive problem identification — recognizes when a standard procedure is insufficient for an unusual security scenario and flags it for supervisory review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Improvised resource use — applies available materials and personnel in non-standard configurations to maintain security coverage during unexpected staffing gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Tactical adaptation — modifies patrol patterns and observation methods to address emerging inmate behavioral trends not covered by standing 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. Communication improvisation — develops alternative signals or communication methods when standard radio or verbal channels are compromised during an incident Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Security protocol innovation — proposes procedural modifications to supervisors based on observed vulnerabilities in count methods or post assignments 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 technique development — designs context-specific verbal and behavioral approaches to defuse novel conflict situations with individual inmates Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Doctrine innovation — develops new tactical frameworks for managing emerging security threats and presents them for institutional adoption Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Training scenario design — creates realistic, occupation-specific training exercises that expose enlisted personnel to novel and complex security challenges Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — accepts corrective guidance from supervisors on count procedures, report writing, or post conduct without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Challenge framing — approaches unfamiliar duty assignments as development opportunities rather than sources of anxiety Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill gap pursuit — proactively seeks additional training in emergency response, defensive tactics, or regulation updates beyond minimum 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.
  2. Setback recovery — returns to standard operational performance after an incident review or disciplinary action without sustained performance decline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous procedure learning — regularly reviews updated institutional policies and integrates changes into daily practice without requiring external prompting 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. Performance benchmark raising — voluntarily pursues higher certification levels or cross-training in adjacent tactical specialties to expand operational capability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Growth culture facilitation — actively encourages junior enlisted personnel to pursue advanced training and models sustained personal development across a long-term military career Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Adversity-informed mastery — draws on past operational failures, disciplinary challenges, and physical hardships to develop deeper tactical and interpersonal expertise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Attention anchoring — practices deliberate focus on assigned post responsibilities during monotonous periods to prevent lapses in inmate monitoring Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional baseline awareness — recognizes personal stress indicators during confrontational interactions and applies basic self-regulation before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Situational presence — maintains continuous environmental scanning of assigned area rather than habituating to familiar patterns that could mask security 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.
  2. Emotional regulation in provocation — sustains professional composure when subjected to verbal harassment or manipulation by inmates Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stakes presence — applies disciplined attentional control during emergency responses to prevent tunnel vision and maintain broad situational awareness 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. Intentional communication — pauses to consider tone, word choice, and potential impact before delivering instructions or corrections in high-tension inmate interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Fatigue-aware self-monitoring — recognizes cognitive and physical fatigue effects on judgment during extended operations and applies compensatory strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindfulness instruction — teaches attention regulation and emotional control techniques to enlisted personnel as a formal component of readiness preparation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Unit mindfulness culture — integrates deliberate presence practices into shift routines, improving collective situational awareness and reducing reactive use-of-force incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
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Emerging
  1. Duty persistence — completes assigned security responsibilities fully during physically demanding, psychologically stressful, or monotonous shift conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Initial adversity tolerance — remains at post and functional during the first exposure to a facility emergency or violent inmate incident Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained vigilance — maintains reliable security performance across consecutive shifts in a high-tension correctional environment without performance 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. Psychological recovery — returns to effective operational functioning following exposure to violent incidents, inmate aggression, or traumatic events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Courage under threat — executes required emergency response duties, including physical intervention, when personal safety is at risk 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. Chronic stress endurance — sustains professional standards and personal integrity across extended deployments or tours in high-stress tactical environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Uncertainty tolerance — operates effectively when orders, resources, or situational information are incomplete or rapidly changing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Resilience mentorship — supports junior enlisted members through operational trauma and career setbacks, drawing on personal experience to build their sustained capacity for service Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational fortitude modeling — demonstrates consistent courage, persistence, and principled action during institutional crises that shapes the resilience culture of an entire unit 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
28.0599

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.