Marine Corps MOS · Combat & Infantry

0302 Infantry Officer

Overview

An Infantry Officer commands or assists commanders in infantry and reconnaissance units and plans their deployment and tactical employment. The officer evaluates intelligence, develops and executes operational plans, and oversees the discipline, morale, and welfare of the unit's Marines.

Core Skills

  • operational planning and execution
  • intelligence preparation of the battlespace
  • risk assessment and mitigation
  • team leadership and personnel management
  • cross-functional coordination and liaison
  • decision making under uncertainty
  • use of digital command and control tools
  • training development and delivery
  • logistics and resource management
  • situational awareness and common operating picture use

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Apache Hadoop

Civilian Career Paths

  • Project Management
  • Emergency Management
  • Physical Security
  • Training and Education

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Associate Protection Professional (APP)
  • Associate Emergency Manager (AEM)
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Firearms Instructor Certification

Career Growth

  • Physical Security Professional (PSP)
  • Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

What the Work Involves

  • Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
  • Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
  • Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
  • Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.

Related Occupations

  • Security Management Specialists
  • Chief Executives
  • Administrative Services Managers
  • Industrial Production Managers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.

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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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