Posten

noun
  1. A German word meaning 'position' or 'post', often used to refer to a job or a specific duty assigned to someone. noun
    He was assigned a new posten in the company.
    The soldier stood at his posten, vigilant and ready.
  2. In some contexts, it can refer to a station or a place where someone is assigned to work or stand guard. noun
    The guard returned to his posten after the break.
    The posten was located at the entrance of the building.