Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations

The Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) serves as the direct executive support staff for the Chief of Naval Operations, who is the senior military officer of the United States Navy and a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This critical office empowers the CNO in their role as the principal uniformed adviser to the President, Secretary of Defense, and Secretary of the Navy on naval matters. While the main operations are headquartered at the Pentagon, a strategic presence at Camp H.M. Smith Marine Corp Base in Hawaii underscores the CNO's global responsibilities, with a specific focus on interests and oversight within the vital Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. The office's core functions encompass providing strategic guidance, developing comprehensive naval policy, coordinating inter-service and international military relations, and supporting the planning and execution of Navy operations worldwide. It ensures the CNO is fully informed and supported in exercising leadership, facilitating effective decision-making, and implementing naval strategy to safeguard national security. As the central hub for the CNO's direct staff, it plays a pivotal role in the comprehensive management and strategic direction of the U.S. Navy across its global commitments.

Last researched: 3/29/2026

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