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1107 · NAVY · Officer

General Unrestricted Line
Officer.

Navy 1107 (General Unrestricted Line Officer). 1,344 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $75K–$120K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours1,344DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours in management and leadership
Tech roles3mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/5direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 3

Industry tech roles your 1107 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending
/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 1107 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have05
  • 01
    Financial Management→ Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • 02
    Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (Navy ERP)→ SAP ERP proficiency
  • 03
    Resource Optimization→ Efficient allocation of resources in software development
  • 04
    Rapid Prioritization→ Agile project management, backlog grooming
  • 05
    Procedural Compliance→ Adherence to coding standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements
To learn04

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5
P.01

General and Operations Manager

$120K
High match
High demand
P.02

Facilities Manager

$95K
Good match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • — LEED Certification
  • — Project Management Professional (PMP)
P.03

Contract Specialist

$85K
Good match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • — Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) knowledge
  • — Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
P.04

Hotel or Lodging Manager

$75K
Moderate match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • — Hospitality Management Certification
  • — Customer service training
P.05

Emergency Management Director

$80K
Moderate match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • — Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
  • — HAZMAT Training
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1107 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Resource Optimization

Managing budgets for supplies, personnel support equipment, and billeting funds requires efficient allocation of limited resources to meet diverse needs.

Transfers to

The ability to maximize output and minimize waste in any project, ensuring the most effective use of available funds, materials, and personnel.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

As an officer-in-charge or department head, you quickly assess and respond to urgent issues, prioritizing tasks to maintain operational effectiveness and safety.

Transfers to

The capability to swiftly evaluate situations, identify critical actions, and sequence tasks in order of importance, especially under pressure.

S.03

Situational Awareness

Whether afloat or ashore, you maintained a comprehensive understanding of your environment, anticipating potential issues and making informed decisions based on real-time information.

Transfers to

The ability to perceive and comprehend the elements of a situation, project their potential impact, and make proactive adjustments to strategy.

S.04

Procedural Compliance

Administering commercial contracts and managing billeting funds necessitates strict adherence to established procedures and regulations to ensure accountability and legal compliance.

Transfers to

The discipline to follow established protocols, rules, and guidelines accurately and consistently, ensuring quality and mitigating risks.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Project Manager, Non-Profit

SOC 11-9199

You've been responsible for budgets, personnel, and facility management. This translates directly to managing projects for non-profit organizations, where resourcefulness and efficiency are highly valued. Your experience with contracts and identifying requirements makes you an ideal candidate to oversee projects from conception to completion, ensuring they stay on track and within budget. You're ready to lead!

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Coordinator, Disaster Relief

SOC 43-3071

You've demonstrated exceptional situational awareness and prioritization skills while managing resources effectively. In disaster relief, these skills are critical for coordinating the movement of supplies, equipment, and personnel to affected areas. Your ability to quickly assess needs, allocate resources, and maintain order in chaotic situations will make you an invaluable asset to any disaster relief organization. You know how to get things done when it matters most!

Adjacent · Match

Compliance Officer, Healthcare

SOC 13-1041

You've honed your procedural compliance skills managing contracts and billeting funds. This expertise is directly applicable to healthcare, where strict adherence to regulations is paramount. As a Compliance Officer, you'll ensure that healthcare facilities meet legal and ethical standards, mitigate risks, and maintain the integrity of operations. Your attention to detail and commitment to following procedures will be highly valued in this critical role. You've got the precision needed!

Adjacent · Match
/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED
Academy

Officer Candidate School (OCS)

Naval Station Newport, RI
1,344hHours
24wkWeeks
ACECredit

Up to 6 semester hours in management and leadership

Topics · 8
  • Naval Leadership
  • Naval History and Heritage
  • Damage Control
  • Seamanship
  • Weapons Training
  • Engineering Principles
  • Military Law
  • Financial Management
Partial coverage · 2
  • Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)60%

    Requires study of federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and specific contracting procedures used in civilian government or private sector settings. Focus on legal aspects of contract law not typically covered in military roles.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)40%

    Requires studying the PMBOK guide, particularly focusing on areas like stakeholder management, risk management, and detailed project planning methodologies not always emphasized in military leadership roles. Familiarize yourself with agile methodologies and project management software.

Recommended next · 03
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)Adjacent
  • Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)Adjacent
  • Facilities Management Professional (FMP)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation

What you ran, in their words.

Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.

Military SystemCivilian EquivalentDomain
Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (Navy ERP)SAP ERPOperations
Defense Travel System (DTS)Concur Travel, ExpensifyOperations
Food Service Management (FSM)Restaurant Management Software (e.g., Toast, Upserve)Operations
Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS)Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software (e.g., IBM Maximo, Infor EAM)Networking
Advanced Procurement Portal (APP)E-procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa, Jaggaer)Operations
Shipboard Uniform Automated Data Processing System (SUADPS)Human Resources Information System (HRIS) (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM)Operations
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