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815A Navy Law Enforcement Specialist

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

A Navy Law Enforcement Specialist performs internal security duties at Navy installations and facilities, protects restricted areas, and controls access by personnel, vehicles, and equipment. This specialist patrols property, enforces applicable orders and regulations, escorts convoys, and defends against intrusion, riots, and other unusual circumstances.

Core Skills

  • access control
  • security patrols
  • vehicle checkpoint operations
  • restricted area protection
  • law enforcement procedures
  • convoy escort
  • incident response
  • report writing
  • crowd control

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word

Civilian Career Paths

  • Law Enforcement
  • Physical Security
  • Private Security
  • Corrections

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • State Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification
  • Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Private Investigator License

Career Growth

  • Associate Protection Professional (APP)
  • Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
  • Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP)

What the Work Involves

  • Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
  • Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
  • Render aid to accident survivors and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
  • Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.

Related Occupations

  • Detectives and Criminal Investigators
  • First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
  • Transit and Railroad Police
  • Bailiffs

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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