Navy NEC · Support
858A Assistant Reserve Program Director(RPD)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An assistant Reserve Program Director helps form the Navy Reserve Advisory Team to the supported command's commanding officer and represents assigned Selected Reserve Sailors. The assistant handles matters involving the establishment, equipping, manning, funding, training, and mobilization of supporting Reserve units and assigned Selected Reserve Sailors.
Core Skills
- reserve force management
- personnel readiness tracking
- resource planning
- training coordination
- mobilization planning
- funding and budget coordination
- command advising
- stakeholder communication
- administrative program management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Atlassian JIRA
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Python
Civilian Career Paths
- Human Resources
- Project Management
- Finance and Accounting
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Project+
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
What the Work Involves
- Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.
- Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
- Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
- Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
- Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.
Related Occupations
- Project Management Specialists
- Information Technology Project Managers
- Data Scientists
- Computer Systems Analysts
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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