Human Resources Specialist - Now Hiring

U.S. Army Recruiting - Albany Battalion8 months ago
Albany, New York, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

As a Human Resources Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide critical HR support designed to safeguard Soldiers’ overall welfare and well-being. You will assist leaders in keeping Soldiers combat-ready by reviewing personnel records, processing leaves of absence, updating performance evaluations, processing award recommendations, and maintaining electronic record filing systems. The position includes comprehensive training that covers 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training in Army human resources systems – with classroom instruction as well as on-the-job training. No prior human resources experience is necessary.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist on all human resource support matters
  • Oversight of all strength management and strength distribution actions
  • Ensure the readiness, health, and welfare of all Soldiers
  • Provide postal and personnel accountability support
  • Maintain emergency notification data

Required Qualifications

  • 17 years or older
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Pass a background check
  • Be under 35 years old
  • Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
  • Have a High School Diploma or GED
  • Have no major medical or mental health issues
  • Have no major law violations (felony convictions)

Benefits & Perks (Compensation)

  • Paid training
  • Monthly salary (based on pay grade and time in service)
  • Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
  • 30 days of paid vacation each year, plus federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
  • 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) covering tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
  • Tuition Assistance of up to $4500 per year
  • Student Loan Repayment of up to $65,000 for certain enlistment options
  • Signing bonus of up to $40,000 for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties

Required Skills

Award recommendation processing
Emergency notification management
Military readiness
Electronic recordkeeping
Performance evaluation administration
Personnel record management
HR support
Leave processing