Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security
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The Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security (DEPSECHOMELAND) serves as the Deputy Head of the United States Department of Homeland Security. The Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security is tasked with assisting in the management of the Department of Homeland Security. The most important role of the Deputy Secretary is to serve the duties of the Secretary of Homeland Security if the office is vacant. The role was introduced to the game in v2.1.
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Selection Process edit edit source
To be selected for the office of Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, an individual must first serve in the Department of Homeland Security. This is the only way to take the position of Deputy Secretary. The role may be selectable from the roles menu if the office is vacant. However, if the position is not available, an individual must serve in another Secretary role in the Department and be elevated to the Deputy Secretary role once it becomes vacant. This promotion is automatic, and the Secretary of Homeland Security has no power in selecting the Deputy Secretary.
The individual holding the office of Deputy Secretary is at the discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security, and therefore, an individual may be removed from office at any time.
Daily Schedule edit edit source
The Daily Schedule of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security consists of three distinct events.
Department Meeting edit edit source
The Department Meeting is a time for the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security to meet with the Secretary of Homeland Security as well as the Secretaries of each department. In this meeting, the Secretary of Homeland Security will be provided with a department issue that has several options to choose from. The Deputy Secretary will advise the Secretary on which option to pick.
Working Group/Office Hour edit edit source
During this period, the Deputy Secretary will either attend a working group or an office hour. If it's a working group, the Deputy Secretary will be taken to one of the various departments to meet with staff and discuss an issue to come to a decision, much like the decision-making in the department meeting. If it is office hour, the Deputy Secretary will have a free hour with no required tasks.
Social Hour edit edit source
The Social Hour is a time for roleplay. While not as important as the other events, it provides an opportunity to socialize and roleplay with others. During this period, events like the State of the Union and party events may take place.
Powers and Duties edit edit source
Department edit edit source
Within the Department, the Deputy Secretary has no direct power but is tasked with advising the Secretary of Homeland Security on how they use their authority, especially in regards to personnel. The Deputy Secretary is also a senior figure who provides guidance to the staff below them, assisting in making important decisions.
Issue Resolution edit edit source
As the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, you will be presented with an issue each morning. During your spare time or office hours, you should read over the issue and decide which option to choose. Note that your choice will affect your statistics, so it is important to read and consider all options carefully.
Update History edit edit source
- In the Line of Fire (v2.1)
- Added to the game