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P13A Law Enforcement Specialist (LES)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A law enforcement specialist executes law enforcement duties at Navy installations and aboard ships. This specialist also performs these duties at separate activities and facilities.
Core Skills
- law enforcement patrolling
- incident response
- criminal law enforcement
- access control operations
- traffic enforcement
- detention and prisoner handling
- use of force procedures
- report writing
- conflict de escalation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Law Enforcement
- Physical Security
- Corrections
- Private Security
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
Career Growth
- Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- Certified Crime Scene Investigator (CCSI)
- Private Investigator License
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
What the Work Involves
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
- Render aid to accident survivors and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
Related Occupations
- Detectives and Criminal Investigators
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
- Transit and Railroad Police
- Bailiffs
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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