The SCO/TCO is the main liaison between the FCO and State/Tribal and local officials and is the main contact for the affected community in filing a claim. The SCO/TCO is responsible for:

• Serving as the primary representative of the Governor or the Tribal Chief Executive within the JFO.  
• Working with the FCO to formulate State/Tribal requirements and set priorities for use of Federal resources provided to the State/Tribe.  
• Ensuring coordination of resources provided to the State/Tribe via mutual aid and assistance compacts.  
• Providing a linkage to local government.  
• Serving in the Unified Coordination Group in the JFO.