Layer 4 — Structure (Roles)
0. Introduction
0.1 Purpose of the Domain-Specific Role Modules
The Domain-Specific Role Modules define the set of roles that apply to individuals within specific professional, operational, or functional contexts . These roles build upon the Universal Roles defined in RSS 37004‑A.2 and add specialized duties, responsibilities, and righteous expectations unique to each domain.
While Universal Roles (A.2) define what every human shares , Domain-Specific Roles (A.3) define what specific professionals must additionally embody .
0.2 Relationship to Universal Roles
Domain-Specific Roles are never standalone . Every individual who occupies a domain-specific role also occupies the universal roles defined in A.2. The domain-specific role adds expectations, it does not replace universal responsibilities.
Layer Role Type Example A.2 Universal Citizen, Employee, Parent, Neighbor A.3 Domain-Specific Police Officer, Doctor, Teacher, Soldier
0.3 Relationship to the 30 Core People Factors
All Domain-Specific Roles are derived from and must express the 30 Core People Factors as defined in RSS 37004, Annex A. Each domain-specific role applies these factors within the unique pressures, risks, and ethical challenges of its field.
Domain Factors Truth & Integrity Truthfulness, Integrity, Honesty, Moral Consistency, Admission of Fault Justice & Responsibility Justice, Responsibility, Accountability, Fairness, Corrective Action Compassion & Relational Compassion, Empathy, Kindness, Generosity, Respect, Elevation of Others Courage & Strength Courage, Moral Courage, Diligence, Self-Control, Forgiveness Wisdom & Inner Stability Wisdom, Humility, Patience, Peacefulness, Gratitude, Self-Reflection Purity & Faithfulness Purity of Motivation, Faithfulness, Honorable Conduct
0.4 Relationship to the Seven‑Layer Architecture
This standard sits within Layer 4 (Structure) as the second instantiation of the Role Expression Framework:
RSS 37004‑A.1 (Role Expression Framework) provides the methodology.RSS 37004‑A.2 (Universal Roles) provides the foundational layer.This Standard (A.3) adds professional specialization.Layer 5 (Process) will define operational workflows for these roles.Layer 6 (Assurance) will verify role-specific righteousness.Layer 7 (Restoration) will address role-specific failures.
1. Scope
This standard applies to:
Individuals operating within specific professional, operational, or functional domains.
Organizations employing or engaging individuals in domain-specific roles.
The definition, documentation, and understanding of professional righteous responsibilities.
The development of domain-specific training, certification, and accountability systems.
The assessment of an individual’s righteousness within their professional capacity.
2. Normative References
The following standards are indispensable for the application of this document:
RSS 37001:2026 — Fundamentals Standard
RSS 37002:2026 — Foundation Standard
RSS 37003:2026 — Alignment Standard
RSS 37004:2026 — Structure Standard (Annex A — Core People Factors Catalog)
RSS 37004‑A.1:2026 — Role Expression Framework (the methodology applied)RSS 37004‑A.2:2026 — Universal Roles (the foundational layer)
3. Terms and Definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms apply:
3.1 Domain-Specific Role — A role that applies only to individuals operating within a specific professional, operational, or functional context.
3.2 Domain Module — A self-contained definition of all domain-specific roles within a particular field, including role descriptions, factor mappings, and professional expectations.
3.3 Professional Responsibility — The specific duties, obligations, and behavioral expectations attached to a domain-specific role beyond those of universal roles.
3.4 Role Specialization — The process of adding domain-specific expectations to the foundation of universal roles.
4. Structure of This Standard
This standard contains two normative components:
RSS 37004‑A.3.1 — Domain-Specific Role Modules Catalog RSS 37004‑A.3.2 — Domain-Specific Role Mapping
5. RSS 37004‑A.3.1 — Domain-Specific Role Modules Catalog
This section defines the complete list of domain modules. Each module corresponds to a distinct professional or operational field.
5.1 Module Directory
Module ID Domain Status A.3.1 Law Enforcement ✅ Active A.3.2 Healthcare ✅ Active A.3.3 Education ✅ Active A.3.4 Judiciary ✅ Active A.3.5 Military ✅ Active A.3.6 Finance ✅ Active A.3.7 Insurance ✅ Active A.3.8 Government & Public Administration ✅ Active A.3.9 Nonprofit & Social Services ✅ Active A.3.10 Corporate & Business ✅ Active A.3.11 Technology & Digital ✅ Active A.3.12 Media & Communications ✅ Active A.3.13 Transportation & Logistics ✅ Active A.3.14 Real Estate & Property ✅ Active A.3.15 Agriculture & Food ✅ Active A.3.16 Manufacturing & Production ✅ Active A.3.17 Energy & Utilities ✅ Active A.3.18 Environment & Natural Resources ✅ Active A.3.19 Construction & Infrastructure ✅ Active A.3.20 Hospitality & Tourism ✅ Active A.3.21 Sports & Athletics ✅ Active
6. RSS 37004‑A.3.2 — Domain-Specific Role Mapping
This section defines how the 30 Core People Factors are expressed through each domain-specific role. For each role, factors are categorized into Primary , Secondary , and Contextual tiers using the methodology defined in RSS 37004‑A.1 (Section 5 — Mapping Architecture).
6.1 Module: Law Enforcement
Role: Police Officer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Moral Courage, Justice, Integrity, Self-Control, Accountability, Honesty, Moral Consistency Split-second decisions; authority over life/liberty; public trust; constant ethical pressure. Secondary Truthfulness, Responsibility, Courage, Diligence, Fairness, Respect Daily operations; interaction with public; use of force decisions. Contextual Compassion, Empathy, Forgiveness, Patience, Admission of Fault De-escalation; community relations; error accountability.
Role: Detective/Investigator
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Justice, Diligence, Accountability, Honesty Evidence integrity; case accuracy; pursuit of truth. Secondary Wisdom, Moral Consistency, Responsibility, Self-Control, Fairness Investigative judgment; avoiding bias. Contextual Empathy, Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault Victim interaction; case review.
Role: Correctional Officer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Self-Control, Justice, Integrity, Respect, Diligence, Accountability Dangerous environment; authority over incarcerated persons. Secondary Moral Courage, Fairness, Responsibility, Honesty, Self-Reflection Maintaining order; avoiding abuse of power. Contextual Compassion, Forgiveness, Patience, Admission of Fault Rehabilitation context; inmate dignity.
6.2 Module: Healthcare
Role: Physician/Doctor
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Honesty, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Accountability, Wisdom Patient trust; life-and-death decisions; medical ethics; informed consent. Secondary Diligence, Truthfulness, Empathy, Self-Control, Honorable Conduct Clinical excellence; patient communication. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Peacefulness Medical errors; burnout; continuous learning.
Role: Nurse
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Compassion, Empathy, Kindness, Diligence, Responsibility, Honesty Direct patient care; patient advocacy; continuous monitoring. Secondary Integrity, Patience, Self-Control, Respect, Accountability Team collaboration; patient dignity. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Moral Courage Error reporting; speaking up about patient safety.
Role: Pharmacist
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Diligence, Responsibility, Honesty, Accountability, Truthfulness Medication safety; patient trust; dispensing accuracy. Secondary Wisdom, Self-Control, Moral Consistency, Respect Professional judgment; ethical dispensing. Contextual Compassion, Empathy, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Patient counseling; medication error management.
6.3 Module: Education
Role: Teacher/Educator
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Patience, Kindness, Diligence, Elevation of Others, Responsibility, Honesty Student development; knowledge transmission; role modeling. Secondary Wisdom, Integrity, Respect, Fairness, Moral Consistency, Self-Control Classroom management; fair evaluation. Contextual Compassion, Empathy, Self-Reflection, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Student challenges; teaching improvement; error admission.
Role: School Administrator
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Justice, Fairness, Accountability, Diligence, Responsibility, Elevation of Others Policy enforcement; staff management; student well-being. Secondary Wisdom, Integrity, Moral Courage, Honorable Conduct, Self-Reflection Ethical leadership; culture building. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Parent relationships; school crisis management.
Role: Professor/Academic
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Wisdom, Integrity, Diligence, Honesty, Moral Consistency Research integrity; truth pursuit; academic rigor. Secondary Fairness, Responsibility, Elevation of Others, Respect, Accountability Mentorship; unbiased evaluation. Contextual Humility, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Generosity Intellectual humility; correcting errors; academic service.
6.4 Module: Judiciary
Role: Judge
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Justice, Fairness, Integrity, Wisdom, Moral Consistency, Accountability Impartial adjudication; public trust; precedent setting. Secondary Moral Courage, Diligence, Honesty, Self-Control, Truthfulness Complex decision-making; resisting pressure. Contextual Humility, Respect, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection Appellate review; judicial error correction.
Role: Attorney/Lawyer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Justice, Accountability, Moral Consistency Fiduciary duty; legal ethics; client trust. Secondary Diligence, Wisdom, Honesty, Fairness, Moral Courage Legal advocacy; ethical representation. Contextual Respect, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection Professional conduct; error acknowledgment.
6.5 Module: Military
Role: Soldier/Service Member
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Courage, Moral Courage, Integrity, Diligence, Accountability, Honorable Conduct Combat decisions; chain of command; national trust. Secondary Self-Control, Responsibility, Truthfulness, Respect, Moral Consistency Rules of engagement; unit cohesion. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Forgiveness, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection Civilian interaction; moral injury; error accountability.
Role: Commander/Officer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Moral Courage, Justice, Responsibility, Accountability, Integrity, Elevation of Others Leadership; troop welfare; mission success. Secondary Diligence, Wisdom, Fairness, Self-Control, Honorable Conduct Strategic decisions; ethical order-giving. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection After-action reviews; troop care.
6.6 Module: Finance
Role: Financial Advisor/Planner
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Honesty, Integrity, Responsibility, Truthfulness, Accountability, Fairness Client trust; fiduciary duty; financial security. Secondary Diligence, Wisdom, Moral Consistency, Generosity, Self-Control Investment advice; ethical planning. Contextual Empathy, Compassion, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Client financial stress; error correction.
Role: Accountant
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Diligence, Accountability, Honesty, Moral Consistency Financial accuracy; regulatory compliance; public trust. Secondary Responsibility, Fairness, Self-Control, Moral Courage Ethical reporting; resisting fraud pressure. Contextual Wisdom, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Audit findings; error correction.
6.7 Module: Insurance
Role: Insurance Agent/Adjuster
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Honesty, Integrity, Fairness, Accountability, Truthfulness, Diligence Client trust; fair claims handling; contract fidelity. Secondary Compassion, Empathy, Responsibility, Moral Consistency, Respect Claimant vulnerability; ethical sales. Contextual Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Claims disputes; error correction.
6.8 Module: Government & Public Administration
Role: Civil Servant
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Honesty, Integrity, Justice, Accountability, Fairness, Diligence Public trust; tax money stewardship; impartial service. Secondary Responsibility, Respect, Moral Consistency, Truthfulness, Self-Control Public interaction; regulatory enforcement. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Citizen complaints; service improvement.
Role: Elected Official
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Justice, Accountability, Moral Courage, Honorable Conduct Public mandate; democratic trust; legislative duty. Secondary Wisdom, Fairness, Responsibility, Elevation of Others, Self-Reflection Policy-making; constituent representation. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Corrective Action Electoral accountability; legislative correction.
6.9 Module: Nonprofit & Social Services
Role: Social Worker
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Compassion, Empathy, Justice, Diligence, Responsibility, Elevation of Others Vulnerable populations; advocacy; social justice. Secondary Honesty, Integrity, Patience, Respect, Self-Control, Accountability Case management; professional boundaries. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Moral Courage Ethical dilemmas; vicarious trauma; error acknowledgment.
Role: Nonprofit Executive
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Elevation of Others, Integrity, Accountability, Diligence, Compassion, Honesty Mission fidelity; donor trust; social impact. Secondary Justice, Wisdom, Fairness, Responsibility, Honorable Conduct Resource stewardship; staff leadership. Contextual Generosity, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection Fundraising; organizational improvement.
6.10 Module: Corporate & Business
Role: Business Executive/CEO
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Responsibility, Justice, Accountability, Moral Courage, Honorable Conduct Organizational leadership; stakeholder trust; long-term impact. Secondary Wisdom, Diligence, Fairness, Moral Consistency, Elevation of Others Strategic decisions; culture setting. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Crisis management; corporate failures.
Role: Manager/Supervisor (Corporate)
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Justice, Fairness, Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Diligence Team leadership; employee treatment; operational success. Secondary Integrity, Honesty, Moral Courage, Elevation of Others, Self-Control Performance evaluation; team development. Contextual Compassion, Patience, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Team conflicts; performance improvement.
6.11 Module: Technology & Digital
Role: Software Engineer/Developer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Honesty, Diligence, Responsibility, Moral Consistency, Accountability Code quality; data security; system reliability. Secondary Wisdom, Truthfulness, Purity of Motivation, Self-Control, Fairness Algorithmic ethics; privacy protection. Contextual Humility, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Bug acknowledgment; software correction.
Role: Data Privacy Officer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Accountability, Honesty, Justice, Moral Courage, Diligence Data protection; privacy rights; regulatory compliance. Secondary Wisdom, Fairness, Responsibility, Self-Control, Truthfulness Policy development; breach response. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Compassion Breach management; data subject rights.
6.12 Module: Media & Communications
Role: Journalist
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Justice, Moral Courage, Honesty, Accountability Public truth; free press; public trust. Secondary Diligence, Fairness, Respect, Moral Consistency, Responsibility Fact-checking; balanced reporting. Contextual Compassion, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Corrections; reporting ethics.
Role: Public Relations Professional
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Truthfulness, Integrity, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, Responsibility Organizational representation; truthful disclosure. Secondary Diligence, Fairness, Self-Control, Moral Consistency Stakeholder communication; reputation management. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Compassion Crisis communication; error correction.
6.13 Module: Transportation & Logistics
Role: Pilot/Driver
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Diligence, Responsibility, Accountability, Self-Control, Honesty, Diligence Public safety; human lives; operational precision. Secondary Integrity, Patience, Moral Consistency, Respect, Self-Reflection Safety protocols; fatigue management. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Courage, Compassion Incident reporting; emergency response.
Role: Logistics Manager
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Responsibility, Diligence, Integrity, Accountability, Fairness, Honesty Supply chain integrity; operational safety. Secondary Justice, Wisdom, Respect, Self-Control, Moral Consistency Resource allocation; ethical sourcing. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Self-Reflection, Patience Supply chain disruptions; error correction.
6.14 Module: Construction & Infrastructure
Role: Construction Manager
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Diligence, Responsibility, Integrity, Accountability, Safety, Honesty Worker safety; structural integrity; public trust. Secondary Justice, Fairness, Respect, Self-Control, Wisdom Resource management; subcontractor relations. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Self-Reflection, Courage Safety violations; structural failures.
Role: Architect/Engineer
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Diligence, Responsibility, Honesty, Moral Consistency, Wisdom Safety; building integrity; ethical design. Secondary Truthfulness, Justice, Fairness, Accountability, Respect Regulatory compliance; client trust. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Humility Design errors; professional liability.
6.15 Module: Sports & Athletics
Role: Athlete
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Diligence, Fairness, Truthfulness, Self-Control, Respect Fair play; sportsmanship; public example. Secondary Courage, Moral Courage, Responsibility, Honesty, Moral Consistency Performance ethics; competition integrity. Contextual Forgiveness, Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action Doping acknowledgment; conduct violation.
Role: Coach
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Elevation of Others, Justice, Fairness, Responsibility, Integrity, Diligence Athlete development; ethical coaching; team culture. Secondary Moral Courage, Honesty, Respect, Wisdom, Self-Control Role modeling; player welfare. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Compassion, Corrective Action Coaching failures; discipline restoration.
Role: Sports Official/Umpire/Referee
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Fairness, Justice, Integrity, Self-Control, Moral Courage Impartial officiating; game integrity; pressure resistance. Secondary Diligence, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, Moral Consistency Rule enforcement; professional conduct. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Patience, Corrective Action Error acknowledgment; officiating improvement.
6.16 Module: Energy & Utilities
Role: Energy/Utility Operator
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Diligence, Responsibility, Accountability, Honesty, Self-Control, Safety Public safety; system reliability; environmental stewardship. Secondary Integrity, Wisdom, Moral Consistency, Respect, Fairness Resource management; regulatory compliance. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Self-Reflection, Moral Courage Incident reporting; safety improvement.
6.17 Module: Environment & Natural Resources
Role: Environmental Scientist/Conservationist
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Integrity, Truthfulness, Diligence, Accountability, Justice, Wisdom Scientific integrity; environmental protection; public trust. Secondary Honesty, Moral Courage, Responsibility, Purity of Motivation, Respect Data honesty; advocacy; conservation ethics. Contextual Admission of Fault, Self-Reflection, Corrective Action, Compassion Research error; environmental restoration.
6.18 Module: Hospitality & Tourism
Role: Hospitality Professional
Tier Factors Rationale Primary Respect, Kindness, Diligence, Honesty, Patience, Elevation of Others Guest experience; service excellence; cultural sensitivity. Secondary Integrity, Responsibility, Self-Control, Compassion, Accountability Operational integrity; guest trust. Contextual Admission of Fault, Corrective Action, Self-Reflection, Generosity Service recovery; complaint resolution.
7. The Self-Correction Cycle Across All Domain-Specific Roles
The three factors Self-Reflection , Admission of Fault , and Corrective Action apply to every domain-specific role without exception . The table below provides domain-specific expressions:
Domain Self-Reflection Admission of Fault Corrective Action Law Enforcement After-action review; use-of-force review. Admitting misconduct or excessive force. Policy change; retraining; disciplinary action. Healthcare Clinical supervision; case reflection. Admitting medical errors or misdiagnosis. Clinical improvement; patient disclosure; remediation. Education Lesson review; student feedback reflection. Admitting teaching failures or bias. Curriculum adjustment; personal improvement. Judiciary Case review; appellate reflection. Admitting judicial error or procedural failure. Overturning decisions; professional correction. Military After-action review; moral injury reflection. Admitting tactical or ethical failures. Operational changes; ethical remediation. Finance Portfolio review; ethical reflection. Admitting fraud, misrepresentation, or conflict. Client restitution; professional discipline. Insurance Claims review; fairness reflection. Admitting unfair claims handling. Claims correction; client restitution. Government Service review; policy reflection. Admitting policy failures or public harm. Policy reform; public apology; restitution. Nonprofit Mission reflection; impact review. Admitting mission drift or donor misuse. Mission restoration; governance reform. Corporate Leadership review; culture reflection. Admitting corporate harm or ethics breach. Governance reform; stakeholder remediation. Technology Code review; ethics reflection. Admitting data breach or algorithmic bias. System correction; security improvement. Media Source review; impact reflection. Admitting false reporting or manipulation. Correction publication; journalistic reform. Transportation Safety review; operational reflection. Admitting safety violations or negligence. Safety overhaul; professional remediation. Construction Safety review; quality reflection. Admitting construction defects or safety violations. Structural correction; safety improvement. Sports Performance review; integrity reflection. Admitting doping, cheating, or unsportsmanlike conduct. Performance correction; disciplinary action. Energy Safety review; environmental reflection. Admitting environmental harm or safety failure. Operational improvement; environmental restoration. Environment Data review; impact reflection. Admitting research error or conservation failure. Research correction; restoration action. Hospitality Service review; guest feedback reflection. Admitting service failures or guest harm. Service improvement; guest restitution.
8. Conformance Requirements
To conform to RSS 37004‑A.3, an individual or organization shall:
Recognize and accept the domain-specific roles applicable to their professional context.
Ensure that all domain-specific role definitions are built upon the foundation of universal roles (RSS 37004‑A.2).
Apply the Role Expression Framework (RSS 37004‑A.1) methodology when defining or fulfilling domain-specific roles.
Express the 30 Core People Factors according to the mappings defined in Section 6.
Engage in regular Self-Reflection regarding domain-specific role performance.
Practice Admission of Fault and Corrective Action when failures occur in any domain-specific role.
Document and update domain-specific role definitions as the profession or context evolves.
9. Relationship to Other Layers and Standards
RSS 37004‑A.1 (Role Expression Framework) provides the methodology applied in this standard.RSS 37004‑A.2 (Universal Roles) provides the foundational layer upon which domain-specific roles are built.RSS 37004‑B.4.x (Domain Modules) define institutional domains that may align with these roles.Layer 5 (Process) will define operational processes for domain-specific roles.Layer 6 (Assurance) will verify role-specific righteousness.Layer 7 (Restoration) will address domain-specific role failures.
End of RSS 37004‑A.3:2026
