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YNS Yeoman Submarine
Overview
A Submarine Yeoman performs clerical and administrative duties by preparing correspondence and reports, maintaining records, managing files, and distributing mail. Submarine Yeomen also handle pay and travel administration, support shipboard legal proceedings, manage classified records, provide career guidance, coordinate ceremonies, and conduct personnel interviews.
Core Skills
- records management
- data entry and data quality assurance
- information security awareness
- payroll and timekeeping administration
- travel coordination and logistics
- customer service and client support
- written business communication
- report preparation and formatting
- scheduling and calendar management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Google Workspace software
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Adobe Acrobat
Civilian Career Paths
- Administration
- Human Resources
- Finance and Accounting
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) · Funded
- Certified Professional Property Administrator (CPPA)
Career Growth
- Information Governance Professional (IGP)
- Certified Paralegal (CP)
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
What the Work Involves
- Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.
- Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.
- Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints.
- Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer.
- Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities.
Related Occupations
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
- File Clerks
- Receptionists and Information Clerks
- Administrative Services Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
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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