Human resources specialist (u.s. army)

As a Human Resources Specialist, you’ll play a crucial role in assisting your fellow Soldier's 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.

General Qualifications

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• 17 to 34 years old.
• Healthy and in good physical condition.
• In good moral standing with no felony‑level offenses.
• Must be able to meet height/weight standards.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service.
• No tattoos on the hands, neck or face.

Skills You’ll Learn

• Business Administration
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations

Requirements

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training

Certifications

27 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available

Compensation

• Up to $40,000 enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits
• 30 days vacation with pay per year
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents
• Clothing and food allowance
• Centrally located Education and Financial Advisors
• Travel

Education

The Post-9/11 GI Bill

The most popular GI Bill program, the Post-9/11 GI Bill provides up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books. Paid directly to the school, the program covers up to full tuition for public, in‑state schools and up to $25,000 per year at private or foreign schools, depending on your length of service.

The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve

This program helps members of the Army Reserve pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months, in return for a six‑year service commitment. These benefits must be used while you are serving and end when you stop serving.

Additional Benefits

In addition to college and university tuition, all GI Bill programs cover training and certifications including:

• Online schooling and correspondence courses
• Part‑time schooling
• Entrepreneurship training for those interested in starting a small business
• Flight school
• Licensing and certification courses
• Vocational training and trade schools
• National testing
• On‑the‑job training
• Tutorial assistance

Apply now and within 24‑48 hours, you will receive an email/text from our Army virtual recruiting station.