Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Logistics Management, or related field, or equivalent military experience
Five years of operational experience with Navy OPTASKVI and Surface Force operations preferred
Strong understanding of visual information management and public affairs
Ability to travel occasionally (CONUS/OCONUS) for operational support
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive PA/VI program management support to CNSP PAO and Force Mass Communication Specialist
Draft and update force-level PA/VI policies and ensure alignment with COMPACFLT guidelines
Ensure operational readiness of subordinate commands for delivering visual information products
Manage and modernize force-wide OPTASK VI and UPAR equipment standards
Oversee inventory management of PA/VI equipment and ensure mission readiness
Manage intake and redistribution of PA/VI equipment from decommissioned ships
Collaborate with ATG Pacific for unit-level PA/VI deployment certification training
Benefits
Full-time position
Opportunity to work with U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet
Engagement in strategic communication initiatives
Hands-on training and development opportunities
Potential for travel to various operational locations
Full Job Description
Job Summary/Purpose: The Gemini 3 Group is seeking for a detail-oriented Public Affairs/Visual Information (PA/VI) Program Manager to provide organizational and operational support to Commander, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet located in San Diego, CA.
Essential Responsibilities/Functions:
Program Management & Strategic Oversight
Executive Support: Provide comprehensive Public Affairs and OPTASK Visual Information (PA/VI) program management support directly to the CNSP PAO and Force Mass Communication Specialist.
Policy & Doctrine Development: Draft, update, and provide strategic inputs to force-level PA/VI policies, including CNSP instructions, naval messages, and Fleet-level policy documents. Ensure seamless alignment with U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT) VI Program Director guidelines.
Operational Readiness: Ensure all CNSP subordinate commands and afloat units are fully equipped, trained, and capable of delivering accurate, timely, and impactful visual information products in support of Surface Force, Fleet, and national strategic communication objectives.
Material Readiness, AEL, & Equipment Lifecycle Management
Allowance Equipage List (AEL) Management: Maintain, review, and modernize force-wide OPTASK VI and Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR) equipment standards. Coordinate updates to the official AEL to ensure units have modern, mission-ready gear.
Asset Lifecycle & Inventory Control: Oversee the physical and digital inventory management of Force-level PA/VI equipment (including professional DSLR/mirrorless systems, video/audio capture systems, night vision/low-light optical gear, ruggedized editing laptops, and specialized software).
Decommissioning & Transfer Log: Manage the intake, cataloging, and redistribution of PA/VI equipment from decommissioning ships. Prepares, catalogs, audits, and maintains records of transfer-of-ownership documents, while final execution/signature on DD Form 1149 remains strictly with the PAO (e.g., DD Form 1149 or local custody trackers).
Supply & Logistics Liaison: Provide technical expertise and acquisition guidance to CNSP units navigating the Navy's supply system to order replacement PA/VI equipment. Facilitate the physical distribution, packaging, and shipment of replacement gear to operational units worldwide.
Training, Inspection, & Certification
Deployment Certification: Collaborate directly with Afloat Training Group (ATG) Pacific and the COMPACFLT Visual Information Specialist to plan, schedule, and execute hands-on unit-level PA/VI deployment certification training.
Syllabus & Criteria Modernization: Partner with ATG Pacific to continuously review, revise, and update unit-level training curriculums, inspection criteria, and Readiness Kill Chain metrics.
VIPER & UPAR Instruction: Conduct specialized, by-request PA/VI and OPTASK VI training for shipboard VIPER (Visual Information Personnel) teams and UPARs to ensure tactical-level proficiency in rapid-response visual collection.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be willing to travel occasionally (CONUS/OCONUS) to support CNSP operational taskings.
Required Education/Experience:
Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor's degree (preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Logistics Management, or a related field) OR equivalent military/professional experience is required.
Equivalent Navy training and five (5) years of operational experience-specifically regarding Navy OPTASKVI (Operational Tasking Visual Information) and Surface Force operations-is highly preferred and satisfies the education requirement.
Department: Proposed Business This is a full time position
About Consolidated Precision Products Corp.
Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is a manufacturer of complex metal components and products for the aerospace and defense industries. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Carrollton, Texas. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. operates a network of manufacturing facilities across the United States, as well as in Mexico and Europe. The company's products include castings, forgings, and machined components, as well as assemblies and sub-assemblies. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers.
