Army MOS · Support
46Z Chief Public Affairs NCO
Overview
Chief Public Affairs NCOs supervise personnel performing 46Q and 46R duties at skill level 3 and below, along with Army public affairs programs and radio and television broadcasting. They advise commanders and public affairs officers on public affairs matters, assess information for public release, and develop, coordinate, supervise, and participate in plans and policies pertaining to organizations, training, and operations.
Core Skills
- public affairs strategy
- media relations and press engagement
- crisis communication
- content planning and editorial oversight
- radio and television broadcast supervision
- message development and review
- policy interpretation and compliance
- leadership and team management
- training and mentoring
- community relations coordination
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Canva
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Public Affairs
- Project Management
- Administration
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Communication Management Professional (CMP)
- Digital Ad Operations (DAOC)
- Digital Media Buying and Planning (DBPC)
Career Growth
- Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP)
- Certified Association Executive (CAE)
- Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM)
Also Common
- Nationally Certified Resume Writer
What the Work Involves
- Respond to requests for information from the media or designate an appropriate spokesperson or information source.
- Plan or direct development or communication of programs to maintain favorable public or stockholder perceptions of an organization's accomplishments, agenda, or environmental responsibility.
- Post and update content on the company's Web site and social media outlets.
- Write press releases or other media communications to promote clients.
- Establish or maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, employee, or public interest groups.
Related Occupations
- Public Relations Managers
- Advertising and Promotions Managers
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
- Writers and Authors
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 46Z. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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