How to hire a command and control officer

How to hire a command and control officer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step command and control officer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a command and control officer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new command and control officer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the command and control officer you need to hire. Certain command and control officer roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A command and control officer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, command and control officers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents command and control officer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Command And Control Officer	Description	Hourly rate
   Command And Control Officer		$11-51
   Information Management Officer	An Information Management officer usually works as a member of an organization's information technology department. Although the extent of their responsibilities depends on their employment, it typically includes developing and implementing information systems according to company policies and regulations, gathering and sorting data, handling databases and spreadsheets, preparing and processing documentation, and presenting progress reports to managers regularly... Show more	$11-51
   Action Officer	An action officer is part of an army outfit. Their primary job is to produce and organize documentation of vital actions for evaluation by executive staff... Show more	$11-51

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Internal Controls
   • SharePoint
   • Traffic Control
   • Emergency Procedures
   • Data Analysis
   • Vehicle Fleet
   • Combat
   • Treasury
   • Emergency Situations
   • Law Enforcement
   • Financial Statements
   • DOD
   • Incident Reports
   • Motor Vehicle

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Configure and manage computer systems in accordance with DOD security requirements.
   • Direct up to 15 crews and 150 ICBMs
   • Control, distribute COMSEC and cryptography material to persons for critical use.
   • Install Linux system from scratch, configure software and hardware as needed.
   • Identify discrepancies in AOR shipments, notify authorities and generate the appropriate reports.
   • Direct the execution of the unit's ability to provide friendly protect and missile defense.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the command and control officer job description is a good way to get more applicants. A command and control officer salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a command and control officer in Georgia may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level command and control officer. Additionally, a command and control officer with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average command and control officer salary

   $51,544yearly

   $24.78 hourly rate

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   Entry-level command and control officer salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average command and control officer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$63,036	$30
   2	New York	$57,338	$28
   3	North Carolina	$40,825	$20
   4	Colorado	$40,592	$20
   5	Arkansas	$33,799	$16

   Average command and control officer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Credit Suisse	$103,871	$49.94
   2	Fluor Corporation	$81,055	$38.97	5
   3	Air National Guard	$51,842	$24.92
   4	Leake and Watts Services Inc.	$43,998	$21.15
   5	Cambridge City Hall, Minnesota	$37,828	$18.19
   6	University of Arkansas	$32,934	$15.83	26
   7	G4S	$31,035	$14.92	22

4. Writing a command and control officer job description

   A good command and control officer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a command and control officer job description:

   Command and control officer job description example

   NOTIFICATIONS
   
   UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.
   
   Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.
   
   INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
   
   UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.
   
   The IRD for this job is: 11-08-2022
   
   ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
   
   UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
   
   DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
   
   The Office of Research supports, oversees, and champions research at the University of California Santa Cruz by providing an effective environment for faculty research in departments, research centers and other programs. The division is responsible for facilitating processes and procedures for acquiring and administering research funding; overseeing compliance of campus research with federal, state, and university regulations; insuring the dissemination of faculty efforts both to the public, through publications, education, and research, and to private industry through technology transfer; and in partnership with the Division of Graduate Studies optimizing the quality of graduate education and research training. The Office of Research collectively promotes the execution of highly technical research activities spanning the entire range of disciplines of the UCSC faculty. The following units are part of the Office of Research: Office of Sponsored Projects, Office of Research Compliance Administrations, Industry Alliances & Technology Commercialization, Research Development, and Office of Business Administration.
   
   JOB SUMMARY
   
   The Export Control Officer serves as the campus designated subject-mattter expert for export control related matters. The Export Control Officer also acts in consultation with, or in the absence of, the Director of Research Integrity, in policy interpretation, investigations, and problem resolution related to a variety of highly complex research compliance topics and matters including export control, research misconduct, and foreign influence in research. This role provides on-going administrative management, problem resolution services, and functions as a resource to other Office of Research (OR) units, researchers and their departments and to other central/compliance institutional offices.
   
   The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and implementation of the export control compliance program to ensure compliance with federal laws and university policies and procedures relating to export controls, economic sanctions, and secure research.
   
   The incumbent will perform intermediate-level supervised regulatory research of export control laws, regulations, and sanctions, and the University of California System-wide policies and procedures and will issue guidance to University staff and researchers.
   
   This position works to ensure that UCSC complies with the various U.S. export control regulations, including those administered by the Department of Commerce (Export Administration Regulations (EAR)), the Department of State (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), and the Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and other regulatory regimes, as applicable.
   
   APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
   
   Salary Information: Salary Range: $89,000 - $100,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
   
   No. of Positions: 1
   
   Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
   
   Schedule Information:
   
   * Full-time, Fixed
   * Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
   * Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
   * Shift Includes: Day
   
   Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment
   
   Job End Date: None
   
   Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
   
   Union Representation: Non-Represented
   
   Job Code Classification: 006231 (RSCH CMPLNC ANL 4)
   
   Travel: Never or Rarely
   
   JOB DUTIES
   
   40% - Export Control
   
   * Classifies and analyzes transactions related to foreign influence and export control.
   * Independently reviews and analyzes export control activities.
   
   30% - Policies and Compliance
   
   * Communicates with researchers and provides guidance on how to resolve highly complex issues and meet requirements of external regulatory bodies. Ensures that all actions are properly documented in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
   * Applies advanced research compliance concepts to interpret and apply a wide variety of highly complex policies, regulations and guidelines governing research compliance, and / or disclosures.
   * Initiates and designs the development and revision of operating procedures, policies, and guidelines.
   * Compiles and analyzes campus data for Higher Education Act Section 117 reporting.
   
   15% - Advisory
   
   * Advises faculty on research compliance related to export control, foreign influence, and other highly complex issues for research projects.
   
   15% - Training and Education
   
   * Helps develop materials and conducts training for departments on relevant compliance issues, processes, forms, and policies.
   * Provides education and training through the development and delivery of face-to-face training, online educational materials, printed materials, and other web-based resources.
   
   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
   
   * Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
   * Demonstrated self-discipline and independent judgment completing highly complex, broadly defined assignments.
   * Advanced knowledge and ability to apply all relevant Federal, State, and university regulations policies, and federal guidance documents.
   * Strong proficiency in public speaking.
   * Excellent written communication skills.
   * Excellent oral communication skills.
   * Advanced knowledge of export control laws and regulations.
   * Demonstrated excellent customer service/interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, tact, and patience to effectively interact with individuals at all levels, both internal and external to the University.
   * Prior experience in developing or implementing a compliance program.
   * Experience analyzing data, transactions and activities in areas of research compliance.
   * Experience advising faculty or organizational leaders on matters of research compliance.
   * Experience developing and evaluating organizational policies and processes.
   
   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
   
   * Advanced degree in science, business administration or equivalent professional field.
   * Advanced knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research design, scientific research concepts and terminology.
   * Experience within the University of California or another large university.
   * Prior experience performing export classification and export license determinations according to the federal export regulations through analysis of the technical parameters of a product or technology.
   * Ability to effectively negotiate with diverse stakeholders to achieve a stated objective.
   * Relevant compliance certification (if applicable) preferred.
   
   SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
   
   * Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
   * This position may be considered for partial or full remote work, subject to the terms of a telecommuting agreement, with the potential need to come to campus for meetings on occasion. While telecommuting/remote working, the employee is responsible for ensuring a worksite environment suitable for accomplishing their regular job duties during scheduled hours of work and, if applicable, arranging for dependent care just as they would if they were working in person at a UCSC worksite. US Person status is required for this position in order to comply with the Arms Export Control and Export Administration Act. U.S. Persons are U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or protected as individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
   * The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
   * Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
   
   SAFETY STATEMENT
   
   All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
   
   HOW TO APPLY
   
   Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant process.
   
   EEO/AA
   
   The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find command and control officers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit command and control officers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new command and control officer

   Once you've decided on a perfect command and control officer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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