Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
O26L Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Leading Petty Officer (LPO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Special Warfare Operator rating
Overview
A Special Warfare Operator Leading Petty Officer serves as the leading petty officer for SEAL operators. The specialty marks successful completion of the SEAL LPO milestone in the SO Source Rating Career Path.
Core Skills
- small team leadership
- mission tasking
- training management
- personnel accountability
- equipment readiness
- operational briefing
- performance feedback
- risk management
- after action reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
Civilian Career Paths
- Private Security
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- CompTIA Project+
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Manager (CM)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
Also Common
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
What the Work Involves
- Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
- Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
- Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
Related Occupations
- Security Management Specialists
- Chief Executives
- Administrative Services Managers
- Industrial Production Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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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