Posted April 22, 2019, 3:40 p.m. by Lieutenant Nijix Tavim (Chief of Security) (Janice B.)
Posted by Cadet Wiles Osten (Security Officer) in COS Office: Cadet Wiles Osten reporting for Duty
Posted by Lieutenant Nijix Tavim (Chief of Security) in COS Office: Cadet Wiles Osten reporting for Duty
Posted by Cadet Wiles Osten (Security Officer) in COS Office: Cadet Wiles Osten reporting for Duty
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Wiles considered the Lieutenant’s question, but did not need long to determine his answer. His response was a bit livelier this time, not shying away from digging deeper than the typical answer he gave in these situations. The cadet sat up straighter in the chair as he spoke. “I like working with people. Science is data and chemicals, engineering is technology and machines, and medical tends to focus on the biological, anatomical needs of individuals. I find people fascinating from a behavioral point of view. I want to understand the motivations behind actions and mediate conflicts between individuals and/or institutions by synthesizing that information into effective compromises. I think deescalating quarrels between people or groups of people is a mutually beneficial prospect for everyone involved. But for that to happen, everyone has to feel safe and understood.” He paused from his monologue, suddenly aware he may be rambling. “Sorry, did that answer your question?”
(Wiles Osten, Security Cadet)
“Yes,” Nijix let a smile slip across her lips.
She continued to settle into her chair as the answer seemed to satisfy her. The CoS took another moment to study him and come up with another question.
“You might want to consider looking into becoming a ship counselor. With your interest in behavior patterns, I feel you would enjoy it. That’s something to ask the counselor when you meet him,” she pointed out then moved onto her next question.
“What do you feel are your weak points when it comes to your duty?”
It was unnecessary to ask the question from what the records state, but she wanted to know his own opinion over himself. Her purpose was more insightful than judgemental or malicious.
-Lt. Nijix Tavium, CoS
Wiles raised an eyebrow and one corner of his mouth pulled upwards at the Lieutenant’s suggestion. “I’ve considered that path for later in my career. But it would seem to me that all security officers are at least partially counselors in their own right. Mediation of conflict is a key responsibility for individuals in our position, no?”
“It is,” Nijix confirmed as she continued to listen.
The cadet was not taken aback by Lieutenant Tavim’s question; he had expected such a request for introspection. Wiles tiled his head up to the ceiling to think for a second before re-centering his gaze on the chief of security. “As a disclaimer, I tend to remain collected under pressure. I can react and adapt to changing circumstances without pause. But, I have difficulty with decisiveness. When presented with major decisions, I prefer to think deeply on the potential consequences and outcomes, and confer with others about their perspectives as well. I worry this could lead me to be uncertain of myself, should a situation arise that presents a clear fork in the road with a limited time frame in which to respond. This concern often prevents me from feeling comfortable calling the shots or taking initiative in a group situation.” Wiles shrugged. “Just a personality quirk, I suppose.”
(Wiles Osten, Security cadet)
“Quick decisions are important. I’ve learned it’s best to pick an option you could live with rather than a regret that will forever will haunt you and never find rest. I wished many cadets crumble under that path,” Nijix answered honestly.
She looked back at the PADD, then added.
“Being out in space for long periods of time, you become attached to those that both serve under and with you. I make it a high priority to know my officers both on and off duty. This way I can ensure when they graduate, they are better individuals.”
A pause happened before she followed up with an unexpected question.
“What was your favorite part of your experience in the Academy and why?”
-Lt. Nijix Tavium, CoS
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