NEC
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
Description
Special Warfare Operator SEAL Leading Petty Officers supervise small teams, enforce standards, coordinate training, and manage daily operational tasks in Naval Special Warfare units. They translate commander guidance into executable plans while maintaining personnel accountability, equipment readiness, and team performance.
Core Skills
- small team leadership
- mission tasking
- training management
- personnel accountability
- equipment readiness
- operational briefing
- performance feedback
- risk management
- after action reporting
Common Certifications
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Certified Manager (CM)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- CompTIA Project+
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
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- CompTIA Project+
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Manager (CM)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
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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.