Trial Moderator Checklist

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== Checklist ==
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During your trial your mentor, you will need to do the following to progress:

{| class="wikitable"
|+
Trial Moderator Checklist
|Complete 60 total in-game staff tickets
|-
|Demonstrate competence in using and identifying faults with Worldguard + Areashop

* Defining an urban region
* Deleting a region
* Merging a region
* Troubleshooting a regioning issue
|-
|Demonstrate competence in using and identifying faults with Worldedit
|-
|Demonstrate competence in vaulting/eviction processes
|-
|Demonstrate competence in testing and identifying alternative accounts
|-
|Demonstrate competence in issuing of punishments in-game AND on Discord
|-
|Demonstrate competence in searching logs

* 1 complex stealing incident minimum (can be simulated by an Admin+)
|-
|Completion of the Staff Speedrun
|-
|Completion of the Learning Confirmation.
|-
|Demonstrate ability to problem solve and respond to staff support tickets on Discord.
* Complete 10 Discord tickets as the primary staff member assisting.
** Switching the panel does not count toward this number.
|}
{{Staff}}
[[category:Staff]]

Staff Responsibilities and Progression

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== Trial Moderator ==
New Staff member undergoing training and evaluation. Trial Moderators assist players, handle tickets, and learn discipline standards while under a mentor's supervision.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Handle in-game and Discord support tickets

• Enforce server rules at a basic level

• Use moderation tools (punishments, log searches)

• Assist with land, region, and vault issues

• Learn staff procedures, policies, and expectations

• Act professionally and represent staff values

==== Experience Needed ====
• No prior experience necessary

==== Progression ====
To advance to Moderator, a Trial Moderator must:

• Complete the Trial Moderator Checklist

• Complete the Learning Confirmation

• Be recommended by their Mentor for consideration

• Be recognised by administrative staff as suitable for independent duties

• Possess a willingness to learn, follow guidance, and accept feedback

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== Moderator ==
Qualified Staff Member responsible for enforcing server rules, resolving player issues, and completing the day-to-day work to keep the server running.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Independently resolve tickets and player issues

• Enforce rules in-game and on Discord

• Conduct log reviews and evidence verification

• Apply punishments appropriately and consistently

• Act professionally and represent staff values

==== Experience Needed ====
• Successful completion of Moderator Trial

• Proven understanding of rules and moderation tools

• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

==== Progression ====
To advance to Administrator, a Moderator must:

• Show consistent high-quality moderation

• Demonstrate good judgement and discretion

• Be active and engaged with the community

• Be recognised by senior staff as suitable for higher responsibility

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== Administrator ==
A senior-moderation staff member with leadership and mentoring responsibilities. A position of trust, with additional responsibility over complex issues and other staff members.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Mentor and support Moderators and Trial Moderators

• Assist with complex tickets and disputes

• Ensure consistency in rule enforcement

• Participate in network decision-making

• Uphold and reinforce staff standards

==== Experience Needed ====
• Extended experience as a Moderator

• Strong knowledge of server systems and policies

• Proven trustworthiness and leadership capability

==== Progression ====
To advance to Senior Administrator, an Administrator must:

• Demonstrate long-term commitment and reliability

• Show leadership in staff management and policy application

• Show initiative in staffing, as well as suggesting and implementing new ideas.

• Be recognised by server leadership as suitable for higher responsibility

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== Senior Administrator ==
High-level staff members entrusted with responsibility over policy, high-risk and sensitive issues, and the strategic direction of the server.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Lead and coordinate Administrators and Moderators

• Handle high-risk or sensitive cases

• Assist in policy development and enforcement standards

• Participate in promotion and disciplinary decisions

• Act as a key point of contact for server leadership

==== Experience Needed ====
• Significant experience as an Administrator

• Deep understanding of server operations and culture

• Strong leadership, judgement, and communication skills

==== Progression ====
• Advancement beyond this role is determined by Server Leadership

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== Manager ==
A member of server leadership, they are an ambassador and leader of a respective area of the network (StateCraft, DemocracyCraft, Network Systems).

==== Responsibilities ====
• Final authority on policies and major decisions

• Oversee staff structure and long-term vision

• Resolve escalated disputes

• Maintain server direction and integrity

==== Experience Needed ====
• Extensive experience as a Senior Administrator

• Exceptionally strong leadership, judgement, and communication skills

• A thorough understanding of server and staff operations

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== Duties and Expectations ==
Our Staff have several day-to-day roles that are covered under specific titles. Below is a table that comprises of typical duties and who is responsible for each duty.

As you progress up the ranks, you are expected to maintain your prior level’s duties while taking on the added duties. A focus is given to being able to help the server with your extended privileges.

{| class="wikitable"
!
!Corporate Management
!Systems Management
!Mentor/Monitor Administrators
!Mentor/Monitor Moderators
!Staff Dispute Resolution
!Player Dispute Resolution
!Manage Forums
!Manage Server
!Staff Application Verdicts
!Manage Permissions
!Conduct Rollbacks
!Discord Roles
!Spawn Items
!Regioning
!Vaulting
!Player Support/Tickets
|-
|Server Leadership
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Senior Staff
|
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Administrators
|
|
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Moderators
|
|
|
|
|
|✅
|
|
|
|
|
|✅
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|}

== Progression ==
Staff progression is based on merit, contribution, and alignment with our staff values. Promotion is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to:

* '''Activity''' – Regular and consistent participation.
* '''Character''' – Integrity, professionalism, and attitude.
* '''Competence''' – Skill in performing staff duties effectively.
* '''Suitability for Promotion''' – Readiness and ''organisational fit'' to take on higher responsibility.
* '''Engagement with the Server & Community''' – Active involvement and positive influence.
* '''Adherence to Staff Values and Expectations''' – Following policies and expectations.
* '''Communication''' – Ability to challenge ideas constructively and speak up when something is wrong.
* '''Initiative''' – Going above and beyond in problem-solving, leadership, and contributions. ''(This is a major factor in distinguishing top performers.)''

=== Progression is NOT determined by ===

* Political or business affiliations.
* Personal friendships with other staff members (rapport may be considered, but not decisive).
* Personal support or alignment with any player, political figure, or faction.

=== Who determines your progression to these ranks ===

* '''All''': Your mentor will advise in if and when you are promoted.
* '''Manager:''' Server Leadership
* '''Senior Administrator''': Server Leadership
* '''Administrator''': Senior Staff
* '''Moderator''': Administration Team+
* '''Trial Moderator''': Administration Team+

=== How does it work? ===

# '''Nomination''' – A senior staff member raises a nomination (you may also flag interest).
# '''Discussion''' – The team evaluates the member’s suitability and relevant factors.
# '''Vote''' – The nomination is put to a vote.
# '''Outcome''' – A decision is reached over time, or after further discussion if needed.

Staff Responsibilities and Progression

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Staff Responsibilities and Progression

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== Trial Moderator ==

==== Role ====
Entry-level staff member undergoing training and evaluation while assisting players under supervision.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Handle in-game and Discord support tickets

• Enforce server rules at a basic level

• Use moderation tools (punishments, log searches)

• Assist with land, region, and vault issues

• Learn staff procedures, policies, and expectations

• Act professionally and represent staff values

==== Experience Needed ====
• None prior to appointment

• Willingness to learn, follow guidance, and accept feedback

==== Progression ====
To advance to Moderator, a Trial Moderator must complete:

• Moderator Checklist

• Learning Confirmation

• Mentor Recommendation

• Approved by administration team

== Moderator ==

==== Role ====
Fully-qualified frontline moderator responsible for consistent rule enforcement and player support.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Independently resolve tickets and player issues

• Enforce rules in-game and on Discord

• Conduct log reviews and evidence verification

• Apply punishments appropriately and consistently

• Act professionally and represent staff values

==== Experience Needed ====
• Successful completion of Moderator Trial

• Proven understanding of rules and moderation tools

• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

==== Progression ====
To advance to Administrator, a Moderator must:

• Show consistent high-quality moderation over time

• Demonstrate good judgement and discretion

• Be active and engaged with the community

• Be recommended for promotion by your mentor

== Administrator ==

==== Role ====
Senior moderation staff member with leadership and mentoring responsibilities.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Mentor and support Moderators and Trial Moderators

• Assist with complex tickets and disputes

• Ensure consistency in rule enforcement

• Participate in network decision-making

• Uphold and reinforce staff standards

==== Experience Needed ====
• Extended experience as a Moderator

• Strong knowledge of server systems and policies

• Proven trustworthiness and leadership capability

==== Progression ====
To advance to Senior Administrator, an Administrator must:

• Demonstrate long-term commitment and reliability

• Show leadership in staff management and policy application

• Be recognised by senior staff as suitable for higher authority

• Be recommended for promotion by your mentor

== Senior Administrator ==

==== Role ====
High-level staff leader with significant authority and responsibility over server operations.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Lead and coordinate Administrators and Moderators

• Handle high-risk or sensitive cases

• Assist in policy development and enforcement standards

• Participate in promotion and disciplinary decisions

• Act as a key point of contact for server leadership

==== Experience Needed ====
• Significant experience as an Administrator

• Deep understanding of server operations and culture

• Strong leadership, judgement, and communication skills

==== Progression ====
• Advancement beyond this role is by appointment only

== Manager ==

==== Role ====
Overall governance and strategic leadership of a respective server.

==== Responsibilities ====
• Final authority on policies and major decisions

• Oversee staff structure and long-term vision

• Resolve escalated disputes

• Maintain server direction and integrity

==== Experience Needed ====
• Extensive experience and trust within the server

• Demonstrated leadership at the highest level

==== Progression ====
• Appointed role; not part of the standard promotion pathway

== Duties and Expectations ==
Our Staff have several day-to-day roles that are covered under specific titles. Below is a table that comprises of typical duties and who is responsible for each duty.

As you progress up the ranks, you are expected to maintain your prior level’s duties while taking on the added duties. A focus is given to being able to help the server with your extended privileges.

{| class="wikitable"
!
!Corporate Management
!Systems Management
!Mentor/Monitor Administrators
!Mentor/Monitor Moderators
!Staff Dispute Resolution
!Player Dispute Resolution
!Manage Forums
!Manage Server
!Staff Application Verdicts
!Manage Permissions
!Conduct Rollbacks
!Discord Roles
!Spawn Items
!Regioning
!Vaulting
!Player Support/Tickets
|-
|Server Leadership
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Senior Staff
|
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Administrators
|
|
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|✅
|-
|Moderators
|
|
|
|
|
|✅
|
|
|
|
|
|✅
|
|✅
|✅
|✅
|}

== Progression ==
Staff progression is based on merit, contribution, and alignment with our staff values. Promotion is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to:

* '''Activity''' – Regular and consistent participation.
* '''Character''' – Integrity, professionalism, and attitude.
* '''Competence''' – Skill in performing staff duties effectively.
* '''Suitability for Promotion''' – Readiness and ''organisational fit'' to take on higher responsibility.
* '''Engagement with the Server & Community''' – Active involvement and positive influence.
* '''Adherence to Staff Values and Expectations''' – Following policies and expectations.
* '''Communication''' – Ability to challenge ideas constructively and speak up when something is wrong.
* '''Initiative''' – Going above and beyond in problem-solving, leadership, and contributions. ''(This is a major factor in distinguishing top performers.)''

=== Progression is NOT determined by ===

* Political or business affiliations (spicy or not).
* Personal friendships with other staff members (rapport may be considered, but not decisive).
* Personal support or alignment with any player, political figure, or faction.

=== Who determines your progression to these ranks ===

* '''All''': Your mentor will advise in if and when you are promoted.
* '''Senior Administrator''': Server Leadership
* '''Administrator''': Senior Staff
* '''Moderator''': Administration Team+
* '''Trial Moderator''': Administration Team+

=== How does it work? ===

# '''Nomination''' – A senior staff member raises a nomination, often after 4–6 months in a role (you may also flag interest).
# '''Discussion''' – The team evaluates the member’s suitability and relevant factors.
# '''Vote''' – The nomination is put to a vote. Votes are generally neutral, with no comments by the proposer in the vote channel.
# '''Outcome''' – A decision is reached over time, or after further discussion if needed.

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[[File:Rules_and_Laws_Enforcement.png|thumb|500px|Rules and Laws - Who enforces what?]]
Moderation is an important aspect of keeping our network a welcome and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy. Below, we’ve included some guidelines that apply on all Minecraft Cities Network platforms.

Staff maintain full discretion in their enforcement of rules and general moderation.

Feel free to ask questions on {{DCDiscord|our Discord server}}<nowiki /> if you have any questions or concerns.

{{Note|type=info|text=Respect the spirit of the rules. These rules are here to protect you - not for us to come after you! You will never be punished for raising a concern regarding rules, regardless of whether it is about yourself or others. 
Something may not be explicitly defined here, that doesn’t necessary make it okay. If you have to consider whether it is allowed, ask!}}
=== 1. Respect ===

* Any form of harassment or discrimination, including (but not limited to): racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, antisemitism, stalking, and bigotry are not acceptable ever.
** Our Staff members are players who, in their own time, volunteer to help. Politicizing staff actions, for the sake of roleplay or otherwise, is strictly prohibited. There must be an undeniable separation between staffing and state and this is heavily policed.
** Examples of harassment include (but is not limited to):
*** Targeting a player or group of players through means of stalking, destruction of property or killings.
*** Repeatedly attempting to communicate with a player or groups of after they have explicitly expressed they do not wish to communicate with you.
*** Any other acts which in either frequency or act causes loss of enjoyment of the network on the basis of being an individual, or group, beyond conventional gameplay mechanics (i.e. politicking and running campaign ads against parties etc is still acceptable behaviour.)
* Discussions about controversial topics such as real world politics and world religion are not permitted in public channels.
* You are not allowed to impersonate, mimic, or make malicious doctored images of other players/staff members.
* Tickets must be used for assistance purposes only.
** Be truthful always. We rely on your honest recount alongside our evidence to keep our community safe.
** Trying to lie or misrepresent facts '''intentionally''' may result in additional disciplinary actions.
* All content on this network must be appropriate for minors. This includes all skins, language, and actions on all our platforms.

=== 2. Chat ===

* Please do not excessively repeat phrases, use profanity, and/or capital letters in your messages.
* Profanity or strong language is permitted when used to express emotion or opinion about a situation, but not when directed at or used to insult another person.
* You are not permitted to communicate in '''any''' other languages than English in public channels.
* If your speech is altered by in-game drinks, you are not permitted to speak in public channels.
* You '''must''' use the #➕ | Create VC channel on our [//discord.gg/democracy Discord] when you are streaming or recording.
** Inform people who join your voice channel that you are recording.
* Platforms, such as Discord servers, are split into different categories for the purpose of moderation.
** '''Official.''' Owned by the Network and moderated by staff. If it is a Government platform, it may be managed by the Government and reported to staff for moderation.
** '''Affiliate.''' Associated with the Network and moderated by staff (i.e. business, political parties, or group which exists for which the primary purpose is the Network). It is managed by private players and reported to staff for moderation.
*** Owners of these platforms must make sure that the platform complies with network rules and remove banned players from their platforms.
*** There is no registration requirement, just a values and responsibility alignment. Affiliate platforms are entitled to benefits such as advertising your platform on official and other affiliate platforms.
** '''Non-affiliated.''' Not associated with the network. Not able to be advertised to network players or shared on affiliate or official platforms.
** '''Private conversations.''' Will only be moderated when there is a blatant necessity for us to intervene.
*** The government cannot penalise players for refusing to provide private messages.


=== 3. Advertising ===

* Advertising must be kept to <code>/ad</code> in-game or appropriate advertisement channels on our main Discord network.
** You must not advertise player-run casinos using <code>/ad</code>
* You must not advertise non-affiliated platforms to network players for any reason.
* You must not actively encourage other players onto other major games where it would decrease their engagement in the network (excluding minor team/individual games like Discord games, Among Us, Jackbox).
* Non-affiliated platforms and Minecraft networks that are not allowed to be advertised anywhere.
=== 4. Property ===

* Lava casting and flooding is not permitted '''anywhere.'''
* Stealing is allowed outside of regioned areas'''.'''
* You may not use lockable items (e.g., doors, buttons, etc.) to protect '''whole or partial structures'''.
** It is acceptable to lock barrels, doors, etc for normal gameplay purposes.
* You may not destroy, obstruct, or otherwise disturb property that you do not own, '''unless it is in the Wilderness''''''/End/Nether.'''

=== 5. Lag Prevention ===

* Redstone clocks are not permitted in any builds. There must be a player interaction to activate the redstone circuit on each occurrence.
* All farms must either be manual or '''semi'''-automatic and are required to have player interactions.
* You must avoid using excessive tile entities (chests, hoppers, item frames) or regular entities (mobs) in builds and designated spaces.
** Item frames must only be used to display '''non-vanilla''' items. This applies especially for ChestShops
=== 6. Fair Play ===

* Permissions must be used strictly for the reasons you told you can have them for.
** Many Government jobs contain additional features or access. It is your responsibility to use them responsibly and only for appropriate reasons.
*** Government announcement channel discussion is strictly prohibited.
* You must not use x-ray. Any proceeds from x-ray will be confiscated.
* You are allowed to use client modifications from our [[Client Modifications]] '''only'''.
* Any methods to avoid being kicked for being away-from-keyboard that is not genuine gameplay is not allowed.
* Any form of exploitation is not permitted for any reason.
** This includes using bugs in network features.
* You can only play on this network with '''one (1)''' Minecraft account across all network platforms. Any activities that occur on this account are your responsibility.
* If your account is compromised, report it! We will try to help you out, and keep the account banned until you regain access to it.
* Punishments are not linear. Depending on the severity of rules breached, your remorse for actions and compliance with Staff will affect disciplinary action.
** On the lower end you may simply be told not to repeat the behaviour again (verbal warning). On the higher end however, you may be deported (banished to the wilderness) or banned.
*Any form of attempting to breach, exploit, scan, or otherwise gain access to systems, bots, accounts, or data without permission.
*Assisting a punished player circumvent their punishment, including performing any legal functions for permanently banned/deported players.
[[File:Bystanders.png|Rules and Laws - Let’s avoid Bystanders]]

=== Issuing Punishments ===
Punishments are not linear, and depend heavily on the circumstances of each contravention of the rules.

This means the following factors typically get considered prior to issuing a punishment:

* '''Severity''' of the contravention - how serious the behaviour was and its impact
* '''Intent -''' whether the action was deliberate, negligent, or accidental
* '''Context''' - what was happening at the time, including any provocation or misunderstandings
* '''Player history -''' any previous warnings, notes, or prior contraventions
* '''Attitude and cooperation''' - whether the player was honest, respectful, or attempted to evade responsibility
* '''Impact''' - whether other players or backend systems were affected, and to what extent
* '''Mitigating or aggravating factors''' - anything that reasonably reduces or increases culpability
** e.g., attempts to fix the issue vs. attempts to conceal it
* '''Behavioural patterns''' - whether there is recurring misconduct, ongoing negativity, or persistent disruptive behaviour
** This is not to be confused with player standing, only the player’s conduct and documented history may be considered

Where it is possible and reasonable to do so, we try to enforce '''punishment parity.'''

* e.g. if you are warned on our network's Discord platforms, you may be warned in-game as well

At the end of the day, our rules are here to foster safe and inclusive gameplay, accordingly Staff have discretion on how to enforce rules as they see fit.

Staff Vetos

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