Navy NEC · Support
802R Classification Interviewer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Classification Interviewer interviews enlisted personnel about their education, occupational background, hobbies, abilities, and interests for classification purposes. The interviewer administers and scores classification tests and screens personnel for special billets or training assignments.
Core Skills
- structured interviewing
- aptitude test administration
- test scoring
- occupational classification
- personnel records review
- career counseling
- qualification screening
- data entry accuracy
- confidential information handling
- written recommendations
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Workday software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
Civilian Career Paths
- Human Resources
- Training and Education
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel
- Certified Career Counselor (CCC)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
Career Growth
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
Also Common
- Certified Career Counselor
What the Work Involves
- Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
- Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
- Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
- Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
Related Occupations
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
- Human Resources Managers
- Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers
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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