Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee/CheckUser and Oversight/2013 CUOS appointments

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To improve existing workload distribution and continue to ensure timely responses to requests, the Arbitration Committee is seeking to appoint additional people to the CheckUser and Oversight teams.

Accordingly, experienced editors are invited to apply for either or both of the permissions. Current holders of either permission are also invited to apply for the other. For an overview of the appointment process, see here.

Current demand for users with regional knowledge

• Because of the increasing activity from the South Asian, Southeast Asian, or Middle Eastern regions, CheckUser applications are particularly sought from people who not only meet our general requirements but also are familiar with the ISPs and typical editing patterns of any of these regions.
• CheckUser and Oversight applicants from the time zones of the regions mentioned above, or applicants from those time zones who are able to be active during non-standard hours, are especially encouraged to apply.

Prospective candidates should be familiar with (i) the English Wikipedia CheckUser and Oversight policies; and (ii) the Wikimedia Foundation privacy policy and related documents. They will also have good communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively. Additionally, CheckUser candidates are expected to be familiar with basic technological issues (including some understanding of [or willingness to learn about] IPv6), sockpuppet investigation tools and techniques, and willing to help at account creation assistance. While not a requirement, previous experience with the Volunteer Response Team (OTRS) is beneficial for Oversight candidates.

Applicants must also be:

• available regularly to assist with the workload distribution;
• familiar with Wikipedia processes, policies, and guidelines;
• an administrator on the English Wikipedia;
• at least 18 years of age and have legal majority in their jurisdiction of residence;
• willing to identify to the Wikimedia Foundation prior to receiving permissions.

Anyone considering applying should be aware that CheckUsers and Oversighters (and candidates for these permissions) are subject to considerable internal and external scrutiny. The external scrutiny may include attempts to investigate on- and off-wiki activities, and has previously resulted in the personal details of candidates being revealed, and unwanted contact with employers, family, or others. Please be aware that the Arbitration Committee is unable to prevent such off-wiki activities from occurring or off-wiki distribution and discussion of personal information. This risk will continue if the candidate is successful in their candidacy.

Further details on the appointment process may be found below.