🛡️ Joining Staff

This document answers common questions about becoming a staff member on Hack Forums.

❓ Staff FAQ

What are the requirements to become staff?

There are no fixed or published requirements.

That said, staff members are expected to be:

• Well respected within the community
• Knowledgeable about current rules and policies
• Mature, level-headed, and professional
• Consistently active in a meaningful way

Account activity matters, but volume alone does not.

3,000 low-quality posts will not get you on staff. Quality contributions matter far more than post count.

How are staff members chosen?

Staff members are selected by the Admin, with input from existing staff.

Typically, staff will create an internal nomination list and review candidates over a period of time.

If selected, the member will receive a private invitation asking whether they are interested in joining the staff team.

Can I moderate a specific forum section?

Only a small number of forum moderators exist on Hack Forums.

Some sections do not require moderation at all.

Forums that require a moderator will have one appointed by Admin.

Members cannot request or choose specific sections to moderate.

Should I send Admin a PM about joining staff?

No.

Do not PM Admin asking to become staff.

Staff members do not nominate themselves, and such messages are ignored.

Are staff members paid?

No.

All staff positions on Hack Forums are volunteer roles.

If I become staff, can I abuse other members?

No.

Abuse of authority will result in immediate removal from staff and may result in an account ban.

Staff roles are based on trust.

If you are selected, it is because you have demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and respect for the community over time.