Commanding Officer

Every Starfleet Facility has a single commanding officer responsible for the safety of his/her crew and the success of their missions. S/he has final accountability for any actions taken by his/her crew, and Starfleet goes to great lengths to prepare a CO for the job ahead, including the interpretation and execution of Starfleet rules and regulations. S/he is responsible for carrying out the orders of Starfleet, and for representing both Starfleet and the Federation.