Navy NEC · Support
806R Career Information Program Advisor
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Career Information Program Advisor helps commands and the program manager organize and implement career information programs for officers and enlisted personnel. The advisor provides personnel and their family members with information about career opportunities, transition services, benefits, reenlistment incentives, and the advantages of a Navy career.
Core Skills
- career counseling
- transition assistance
- benefits explanation
- reenlistment program support
- briefing delivery
- program coordination
- resource referral
- records management
- family support
- workforce development
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
- Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF)
- Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC)
Career Growth
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
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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