Commissioned Officers (Management)

Commissioned Officers (Management) provide high level management to support the running of organisational, geographical and operational units and sections within the defence forces and fire and police services.

What the job involves

  • Establishing administrative and operational procedures by taking account of the organisation's operating environment
  • Making policy decisions and accepting responsibility for operations, performance of staff, achievement of targets and adherence to budgets, standards and procedures
  • Establishing lines of control and delegating responsibilities to subordinate staff
  • Representing the organisation in dealings with other organisations and the public
  • Controlling the collection and interpretation of management information to monitor performance
  • Controlling the use of, and accounting for, the assets and facilities of the organisation
  • Preparing budgets and other management plans
  • Preparing reports, authorising the release of information, and handling public relations activities

Key values of workers in Commissioned Officers (Management)

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Top skills required for workers in Commissioned Officers (Management)

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Monitoring

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

  • Social Perceptiveness

    Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

  • Coordination

    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.