Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
816A Joint Special Operations
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Joint Special Operations specialist supports the planning and execution of unconventional and special warfare operations as part of a Joint Special Operations Task Force. Sailors receive this designation after completing unit training and at least 24 months onboard during a four-year assignment.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- special operations planning
- joint mission planning
- operational risk management
- intelligence integration
- partner force coordination
- logistics planning
- briefing and presentation
- mission analysis
- operational security
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- Alert Technologies OpsCenter
Civilian Career Paths
- Emergency Management
- Project Management
- Intelligence Analysis
- Private Security
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- CompTIA Security+
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
What the Work Involves
- Consult with officials of local and area governments, schools, hospitals, and other institutions to determine their needs and capabilities in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.
- Develop and maintain liaisons with municipalities, county departments, and similar entities to facilitate plan development, response effort coordination, and exchanges of personnel and equipment.
- Coordinate disaster response or crisis management activities, such as ordering evacuations, opening public shelters, and implementing special needs plans and programs.
- Maintain and update all resource materials associated with emergency preparedness plans.
- Prepare emergency situation status reports that describe response and recovery efforts, needs, and preliminary damage assessments.
Related Occupations
- Business Continuity Planners
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Similar Specialties
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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