First Mate: a First Mate aboard a pirate ship was responsible to the captain for the safety and security of the ship and the crew's welfare, and to take charge of a watch. When the captain was taking rest or not aboard ship the First Mate acted in his stead. The first mate, like the captain, was voted into office and could not act without the consent of the crew.

Boatswain: a subordinate officer of a ship in charge of the hull, rigging, and related matters. It was the Boatswain’s duty to dole out daily duties and keep the ship in working order.  

Second Mate: The Second Mate aboard a pirate ship was much the same as the First Mate; an officer elected by the crew to take charge during a watch, and to maintain the safety and security of the ship and her crew.

Quartermaster: an officer who attends a ships binnacle and signals. Aboard a pirate ship a Quartermaster also was the representative of the crew to the Captain. The Quartermaster was usually the man to deal out punishments, and would lead crew aboard enemy vessels in times of action.

Gunner: a petty officer in charge of cannons and cannon crew. He and the cannon crews were charged with maintaining all firing weapons owned by the ship, and watching ammunitions and powder supplies.

Ship's Cyergeon: aboard a ship the ship's doctor or surgeon was worth his weight in gold, he found himself responsible for the well-being of the crew, caring for common ill's and injuries, and when necessary performing such tasks as amputations.

Ship's Diplomat: a master in the art of negotiations. It is the Ship's diplomat responsibility to create a dialog  between groups and states in order to achieve open talks in regards all ship and crew interests.

Ship’s Cook: as well as preparing meals, the cook was also in charge of watching the stores of food and water.

Cooper: a barrel maker who would assist the cook in maintaining the chips storage of food and water.

Carpenter: a skilled craftsman in charge of ship’s repairs. Aboard a pirate ship he would also be in charge of any modifications to the boat to make it better suit the crew’s needs. This would often include adding gun ports, removing for and aft castles, and clearing any unneeded walls in order to add more crew or cannon. Also known as a Shipwright.  

Deckhand: a seaman who performs manual duties.

Helmsman: the man at the ship’s wheel or whip staff.

Powder Monkey: a young boy in charge of running powder to the cannons.

Cabin Boy: a boy acting as a servant aboard ship.

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