Human Resource Specialist
Human Resource Specialist
$1,500/month - $4,000/month. On-site Full-time Entry level
Overview
As a Human Resources Specialist, you’ll play a crucial role assisting your fellow Soldiers progress in their Army careers, providing promotion and future training information. You’ll ensure the necessary support is also provided to commanders across all branches. You’ll be trained in document preparation, drafting requests, and overseeing official documentation, such as ID cards and tags. You’ll also learn computer programs that keep personnel data up to date.
JOB DUTIES
- Assist on all human resource support matters.
- Oversee all strength management and strength distribution actions.
- Be responsible for the readiness, health, and welfare of all Soldiers.
- Provide postal and personnel accountability support.
- Maintain emergency notification data.
TRAINING
Job training for a Human Resources Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jackson, SC with on-the-job instructions on human resource systems. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.
Additional training opportunities will be available based on the type of unit you are assigned to, including (but not limited to) postal operations, or Airborne or Air Assault School.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
- Business Administration
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
Companies need experienced human resources professionals with knowledge of human relations, payroll, records-keeping and other facets of employment. The skills acquired in the Army will be invaluable in continuing a human resources career after your Army service is complete.