The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) is responsible for the Department of the Navy, which includes the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps. The SECNAV's duties include:
Managing the Department of the Navy
The SECNAV is responsible for all aspects of the Department of the Navy, including recruiting, organizing, supplying, equipping, training, mobilizing, and demobilizing.
Overseeing construction, repair, and outfitting
The SECNAV oversees the construction, repair, and outfitting of naval ships, equipment, and facilities.
Formulating and implementing policies
The SECNAV develops and implements policies and programs that align with the president and secretary of defense's national security objectives.
Leading the Council of Review Boards
The SECNAV leads the Council of Review Boards, which includes the Physical Evaluation Board, Combat-Related Special Compensation Board, Naval Discharge Review Board, and Naval Complaints Review Board.
Managing Manpower and Reserve Affairs
The SECNAV oversees the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Office of Force Resiliency, Naval Education, and more.

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