Marine Corps MOS · Logistics
0430 Mobility Officer
Overview
Mobility Officers plan and execute unit movements of personnel, supplies, and equipment through all modes of transportation. They prepare and execute plans to deploy, sustain, and redeploy Marine combat forces, coordinate embarkation and mobility training, and translate operational requirements into mobility support.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- logistics and mobility planning
- transportation and distribution management
- use of logistics information systems
- risk assessment and route planning
- project and operations management
- documentation and compliance
- stakeholder and vendor coordination
- briefing and reporting
- team leadership and supervision
- contingency and deployment planning
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Bentley MicroStation
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Transportation Management
- Project Management
- Warehouse Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Career Growth
- APICS CSCP
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
- Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)
- Certified Transportation Professional (CTP)
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
What the Work Involves
- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
- Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
- Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
Related Occupations
- Logisticians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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