NEC
A12A
Public Affairs Supervisor
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Manages operational unit or forward-deployed public affairs program and teams. Serves either as command public affairs representative or special assistant at journeyman level. Understands concepts and development of communication, including external information and internal information plans, executing them at the tactical level. Compiles information for press releases, answers media and public questions, and serves as command spokesperson. Oversees management of Mass Communication Specialists, Print Journalists, Photographers, Public Affairs Specialists, Broadcasters and Graphic Artists in the production of Navy and command publications. Works with Public Affairs Officers and/or senior public affairs enlisted personnel to arrange public exhibits. demonstrations, speaking engagements, news conferences, VIP visits, and tours. Schedules and conducts speeches, drafts press releases, responds to public and media queries, and coordinates special events.
Core Skills
- public affairs program management
- media relations
- press release writing
- spokesperson briefing
- communication planning
- crisis communication
- event coordination
- team supervision
- publication production
- public information response
Common Certifications
- Accredited in Public Relations (APR)
- Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
- Google Analytics Certification
- HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
- Adobe Certified Professional in Photoshop
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Civilian Career Paths
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
- HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
- Google Analytics Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Career Growth
- Accredited in Public Relations (APR)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Adobe Certified Professional in Photoshop
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.