Navy NEC · Support
P02A Military Investigator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Military Investigator investigates military offenses while accounting for military and civilian legal considerations. The investigator collects and preserves physical and testimonial evidence, investigates drug-related offenses, and supports special operations and protective services.
Core Skills
- criminal investigation
- evidence collection
- evidence preservation
- witness interviewing
- investigative report writing
- legal procedure
- drug investigation
- surveillance support
- protective services support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Visio
Civilian Career Paths
- Law Enforcement
- Legal Services
- Intelligence Analysis
- Counterintelligence
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Private Investigator License
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Career Growth
- Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
What the Work Involves
- Check victims for signs of life, such as breathing and pulse.
- Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device.
- Secure deceased body and obtain evidence from it, preventing bystanders from tampering with it prior to medical examiner's arrival.
- Record progress of investigation, maintain informational files on suspects, and submit reports to commanding officer or magistrate to authorize warrants.
- Prepare charges or responses to charges, or information for court cases, according to formalized procedures.
Related Occupations
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Similar Specialties
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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