Team Structure
To maximize our team’s efficiency and the application of each member’s individual skills, we have divided the work we do into specific departments with a hierarchy of roles. Read below to learn more about the team organization that allows the Rambots to function like a well-programmed robot.
The diagram above is a comprehensive breakdown of our team hierarchy.
Team Captains
The Team Captains are responsible for running Board of Directors meetings, communicating information to the rest of the team, and representing the team in negotiations with sponsors and at events. The Captains allow for smooth cooperation between all departments and clear communication between team members and mentors.
Director of Programming
The Director of Programming is responsible for the coordination of the robot’s programming, and are responsible for making sure code is up to date. They report to the Team Captains.
Principal Assistants
Board of Directors
Director of Media and Public Relations
The Director of Media and Public Relations oversees all publicity and team related media, the team website, and social media accounts. Some areas may include posters, recordings of competitions, banners, and the respective year’s team shirt and uniform designs. They are also responsible for maintaining the team image, identity, and team spirit at the competitions. They report to the Team Captains.
Director of Outreach
The Director of Outreach is responsible for planning, preparing and leading the team to conduct service activities and to raise public and La Salle awareness of the Rambots and FIRST Robotics.
Main Planning Groups
Lead Strategist
The Lead Strategist supports the team Captains by detailed analysis of the game design, robot designs put forward by other organizations, scouting reports, FIRST videos, and the like. The Lead Strategist is a permanent member of the Design Group.
Safety Captain
The Safety Captain is responsible for coordinating, transporting, and tracking safety materials for the team. They conduct safety inspections and seek guidance from mentors when needed. They also ensure that every team member abides by the necessary safety guidelines when at meetings or competitions. They report to the Team Captains.
Director of Electrical
The Director of Electrical is responsible for the coordination of the electrical systems. They report to the Team Captains.
Director of Robot Manufacturing
The Director of Robot Manufacturing is responsible for leading the team in fabricating, manufacturing, and assembling the robot in accordance with the designs approved by the Design Group and through the Design Review process. This director will also lead and supervise students working on CAD models and those operating fabrication machinery such as the CNC Router or a 3D printer. The Director of Robot Manufacturing will plan and execute training sessions for the use of equipment in the shop and for varying methods to construct and move robot components. They are also responsible for maintaining tools and stock for the various machines.
Project Planner
The Project Planner manages all of the team’s Project Management activities. This includes maintaining the Gantt Chart for the annual robotics project. The Project Planner will support all of the team's activities in all areas and directly support the Board of Directors.
Quartermaster
The Quartermaster is responsible for maintaining, ordering, and organizing supplies, parts, and tools for the team. They monitor inventory levels and manage ordering so that the team has parts on hand when needed. They also support outreach efforts by organizing transportation, supplies, and packing. They help prepare travel plans and organize packing in coordination with the Team Lead Mentors. They report to the team Captains.
Lead Strategist
The Lead Strategist supports the team Captains by detailed analysis of the game design, robot designs put forward by other organizations, scouting reports, FIRST videos, and the like. The Lead Strategist is a permanent member of the Design Group.
Project Planner
The Project Planner manages all of the team’s Project Management activities. This includes maintaining the Gantt Chart for the annual robotics project. The Project Planner will support all of the team's activities in all areas and directly support the Board of Directors.