Navy Rating · Support
611X Deck LDO
Overview
A Deck Limited Duty Officer manages seamanship and navigation activities, supervising deck and navigation personnel during operational and maintenance functions. The officer administers training programs, coordinates exercises and drills, assigns personnel activities, and writes technical and personnel evaluation reports.
Core Skills
- maritime navigation and seamanship management
- bridge operations and watchstanding oversight
- navigation training program development
- operations planning and execution
- crew supervision and scheduling
- risk management and safety of navigation
- technical report writing and documentation
- exercise and drill planning and evaluation
- regulatory compliance and standards enforcement
- use of navigation and communications systems
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
Civilian Career Paths
- Transportation Management
- Fleet Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- National 2nd Mate Unlimited OC or NC
- National 3rd Mate Unlimited OC or NC
- National Chief Mate Unlimited OC or NC
- National Mate 200 GL and Inland
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Corrosion Specialist Certification
- Internal Corrosion Technologist Certification
What the Work Involves
- Direct courses and speeds of ships, based on specialized knowledge of local winds, weather, water depths, tides, currents, and hazards.
- Consult maps, charts, weather reports, or navigation equipment to determine and direct ship movements.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Plan, develop, and provide training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Inspect or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
Related Occupations
- Logisticians
- Instructional Coordinators
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
- Sailors and Marine Oilers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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