Navy Rating · Support
NCC Navy Counselor (Counselor)
Overview
A Navy Counselor organizes and implements enlisted retention and career information programs while coordinating counseling efforts. The counselor evaluates Career Development Programs, advises service members and their families on Navy career opportunities, and presents career programs to commands.
Core Skills
- career counseling
- program management
- training and development
- public speaking and presentations
- stakeholder engagement
- policy implementation
- coaching and mentoring
- written and verbal communication
- organizational skills
- team leadership
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Workday software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
Civilian Career Paths
- Human Resources
- Training and Education
- Administration
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) · Funded
- Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) · Funded
- Professional in Human Resources: International (PHRi) · Funded
Career Growth
- SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) · Funded
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) · Funded
- Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS)
- Senior Professional in Human Resources - International
What the Work Involves
- Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
- Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
- Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
- Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
Related Occupations
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
- Human Resources Managers
- Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers
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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