navy officer manpower and personnel classifications - US Navy ...

2306 METEOROLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY (METOC)SERVICES OFFICER [METOC SVC] [Job Code:
001163]
Provides meteorological, oceanographic, geospatial information and services, chronometric, astrometric, and
astronomical information to the Navy. Implements all phases of the Naval METOC Program. Maintains liaison with
operational fleet units, responding to fleet requirements and advising on the application of cognizant sciences to
naval warfare. Supervises preparation of climatological records. Reviews resource requirements. Maintains liaison
with other organizations concerning cognizant sciences.
Related Codes: NOBC - 23XX; DOD Group - 5A Physical Scientists
2310 GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION AND SERVICES (GI&S) OFFICER [GI&S OFF] [Job Code: 001166]
Plans, directs and/or participates in Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S) programs. Verifies and
coordinates Navy and Joint requirements for GI&S information. Initiates program guidance for, or participates in,
GI&S operations encompassing the collection, use, and dissemination of geodetic, geomagnetic, imagery,
gravimetric, aeronautical, topographic, hydrographic, littoral, cultural and toponymic data. Reviews resource
requirements. Advises operational commanders on preparing GI&S requirements and using GI&S information.
Related Codes: NOBC - 23XX; DOD Group - 5A Physical Scientists
2323 METEOROLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY WATCH OFFICER [METOC WO] [Job Code: 001170]
Serves as the representative of the commanding officer during the period of the watch. Coordinates
preparation of meteorological and oceanographic analyses and forecasts, including acoustic prediction products, for
dissemination to fleet units, operational commanders, support forces, and other DoD agencies and allies. Provides
information and forecasts concerning environmental effects on Navy sensors and weapons systems.
Related Codes: NOBC - 23XX; DOD Group - 5A Physical Scientists
2365 STAFF METEOROLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY (METOC) OFFICER [STF METOC] [Job Code:
001173]
Advises and assists the commander in operational execution of the Naval METOC Program. Assists
operational units in preparing, interpreting and evaluating meteorological, oceanographic (including acoustic), and
GI&S policy and plans. Prepares climatological studies for operational planning. Prepares environmental section of
operation plans. Provides technical assistance to equipment design engineers.
Related Codes: NOBC - 23XX; DOD Group - 5A Physical Scientists
PUBLIC AFFAIRS GROUP
2400-2499
Classifications in this group identify primary duties associated with preparation and dissemination of
information regarding the naval service to the general public, and with the recording of naval history.
2410 INTRAGOVERNMENTAL INQUIRIES OFFICER [INTRAGOVT INQ] [Job Code: 001175]
Secures official answers and supplies information in response to congressional, White House and Secretary of
the Navy inquiries via mail or other means. Supervises office staff in sorting, routing, recording and controlling such
inquiries. Initiates or approves informational statements prepared as answers. Expedites handling of emergency
dispatches and telegrams required to answer inquiries. Personally deals with government officials and their staffs in
supplying naval information.
Related Codes: NOBC - 2412, 2430; DOD Group - 7G Information
2412 PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER [PAO] [Job Code: 001178]
Directs or participates in program to disseminate information of interest to general public and service
personnel. Prepares and/or edits informational material. Arranges publicity for personnel, events and activities and
promotes favorable relations with press and general public. Reviews material for conformance to security
regulations. Maintains liaison with commercial publishers and broadcasters, and with civic, educational and youth
organizations.
Related Codes: NOBC - 2410, 2430; DOD Group - 7G Information
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