Shield.  Per pale Gules and Argent, on a chief Azure between four stylized representations of jets with contrails, stacked two and two chevronwise, a five-pointed mullet, all of the second. 

Crest.  From a wreath of the colors Argent and Gules, upon a pasture bordered by Texas bluebonnets, an American Red bull passant regardant, all Proper, issuant from between the bulls’ legs a voided triangle, point up, Or.

Supporters.  Behind the shield on the dexter side, a Navy officer’s sword and on the sinister side, a Navy enlisted cutlass in saltire Proper.

Motto.  A scroll Azure piped and doubled Or, inscribed “TOUGH AND COMPETENT” Argent.

Shield.  Red, white, and blue are the National colors and in this arrangement resemble the state flag of Texas. The “Lone Star” is a symbol of Texas’ independent spirit and is representative of the Independence-variant of Littoral Combat Ships.  The four jets in flight allude to flight training at Naval Air Station Kingsville and indicate the four waterjets used in the propulsion system of the USS KINGSVILLE (LCS 36).

Crest.  The wreath adopts the first-named metal and color from the shield and blazon.  The Texas bluebonnet is the state flower and symbolizes bravery and sacrifice.  American Red cattle are bred at the historic King Ranch to flourish in demanding environments and the proud bull embodies the flexibility and determination of the USS KINGSVILLE (LCS 36) crew.  The gold triangle is from the Naval Air Station Kingsville insignia and it’s three sides stand for the mission capabilities of the USS KINGSVILLE: focused mine countermeasures, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare missions.    

Motto.  The ship’s motto, “TOUGH AND COMPETENT,” is a testament to the citizens of Kingsville, Texas, and the crew of the USS KINGSVILLE (LCS 36). 

Supporters.  The crossed Navy officer’s sword and enlisted cutlass signify leadership and teamwork.

Seal.  The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a white oval within a dark blue designation band, edged with a gold roped border and bearing the name “USS KINGSVILLE” at the top and “LCS 36” at the base in gold.