Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
9QKE
KERES
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Keres linguists communicate in and interpret Keresan language varieties for personnel, billets, and specialized mission requirements. They preserve meaning across spoken and written exchanges while providing cultural context and accurate language support.
Core Skills
- keresan language proficiency
- spoken interpretation
- written translation
- cultural analysis
- language documentation
- terminology management
- liaison communication
- language proficiency testing
- confidential information handling
Common Certifications
- ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)
- ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT)
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Certification
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
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
- Digital Archives Fundamentals Course
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI)
- Federal Court Interpreter Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.