160114-N-AC887-017 WASHINGTON (Jan. 14, 2016) 160114-N-AC887-017 Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus looks on as Frank Parker signs his appointment letter designating him as the new Assistant Secretary of the Navy (ASN) for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA). The ASN for M&RA is responsible for recruiting both active and reserve, United States Navy Sailors, Marines, government civilians, contractors, and volunteers. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Sam Shavers/Released)