Job Description

This is a contract job that requires enlistment into the United States Army.

OVERVIEW

A human resources specialist is responsible for providing support that affects Soldiers’ overall welfare and well-being while assisting leaders with keeping Soldiers combat-ready and effective.

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

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

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.

HELPFUL SKILLS

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

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Technical (GT): 100, Clerical (CL): 90

COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

EARN CASH FOR IN DEMAND JOBS

You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

EDUCATION BENEFITS

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

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.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PAYS) PROGRAM

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

• OFFICE DEPOT, INC.
• SEARS HOLDING CORP
• Time Customer Service, Inc.
• THE PEP BOYS
• Zions Bank
• Amazon

TUITION ASSISTANCE

Paid by the Army directly to the school. $250 per credit/$4,500 per year/$16,000 over 4 years of college.

POST 9/11 GI BILL

100% Entitlement at 36 months of service

Tuition Fees paid directly to school (up to $19,198.31 per year)

Monthly Housing Allowance up to $1449.00 (Paid to you directly)

Annual Stipend up to $1,000 for books and supplies.

CASH ENLISTMENT BONUS

Up to $40,000

Paid over term of enlistment.

TEXAS HAZELWOOD ACT

150 College credit hours of tuition exemption for Texas Veterans at public institutions of higher education in Texas.