Command and Control × Strengths: Initiative & Leadership

For Those with High Initiative & Leadership

This collection features jobs that may suit those who are relatively comfortable taking action on their own and leading others.

Leadership takes many forms. Some lead from the front, while others support and guide from behind. Some make bold decisions, while others carefully listen to others' opinions before setting direction. Leadership may involve leading an entire organization or taking the lead in a specific field with expertise.

The jobs introduced here tend to offer more opportunities to demonstrate initiative and leadership. Explore your own form of leadership.

9 jobs found.

Vice Admiral

A flag officer position in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force responsible for overseeing fleet and base operations and strategies, as well as commanding and managing the organization.

Coast Guard Superintendent

As a senior executive of the Japan Coast Guard, oversees and supervises a wide range of duties including maritime security, distress rescue, investigations, and vessel inspections.

Chief of the Air Staff

The highest-ranking position that oversees organization management and the planning and execution of air operations as the supreme commander of the Air Self-Defense Force.

Self-Defense Ship Captain

A position in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force that commands escort ships, handling navigation, tactical operations, and crew command and management.

Fire Battalion Chief

The Fire Battalion Chief is a senior management position in the local government's fire department, overseeing the command and supervision of units, formulation of disaster prevention plans, and more.

Fire Chief

The Fire Chief is the highest-ranking official responsible for firefighting activities and disaster prevention measures within the fire department, serving as a local government employee who oversees the organization's operations and command.

Fire Service Officer (primarily engaged in managerial occupations)

A public service position at a fire department responsible for planning and directing firefighting activities, supervision, training, personnel and budget management, and other administrative tasks.

Defense Academy Student

Students at a four-year university who undergo academic education and military training in parallel to cultivate future Self-Defense Forces officers.

Ground Chief of Staff

As the highest-ranking officer of the Ground Self-Defense Force, oversees the Ground Staff Office and is responsible for unit operations as well as the formulation and command of operational plans.