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Human Resource Specialist

U.S. Army and Army Reserve
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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
  • Oversight of all strength management and strength distribution actions
  • Responsible for the readiness, health and welfare of all Soldiers.
  • Postal and personnel accountability support
  • Maintain emergency notification data

Requirements

  • A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
  • 17 to 34 Years Old
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Meet Tattoo Guidelines
  • No Major Law Violations
  • No Medical Concerns

Testing & Certifications

  • 13 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
  • 10 weeks of Basic Training
  • 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
  • 107 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT)
  • 90 ASVAB Score: Clerical (CL)

Skills You'll Learn

  • Business Administration
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Relations

Training

Job training for human resources specialist begins with 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions on human resource systems. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part 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, airborne or air assault school.

Helpful Skills

  • Aptitude for English and business administration
  • Able to follow detailed orders
  • Sound people skills

Compensation:

  • Paid training
  • Salary Pay
  • Housing and meal allowance for full-time positions
  • 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays
  • 401(K) type savings plan
  • Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
  • Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
  • Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
  • Tuition Assistance - up to $4500 per year
  • Student Loan Repayment - up to $65,000 in college loan repayment
  • Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses

In order to meet the minimum qualifications, you must:

  • Be under 35 years old
  • Be a US Citizen or Hold at least permanent residence (I-551/Greed Card)
  • Have a High School Diploma/GED
  • Have no major medical issues
  • Have no major law violations (Felony level)