Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9OOD
PAPAGO-PIMA
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
PAPAGO-PIMA language specialists use their proficiency in the Papago-Pima language to interpret conversations and translate written material for military and government activities. They preserve meaning, terminology, and cultural context while supporting liaison work, reporting, and communication with language communities.
Core Skills
- papago pima language proficiency
- oral interpretation
- written translation
- listening comprehension
- cross cultural communication
- language proficiency testing
- terminology management
- liaison support
- accurate reporting
Common Certifications
- American Translators Association Certification
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- CompTIA Project+
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- Community Interpreter Training
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.