42A Human Resources Specialist
DC Army National Guard, Mansfield, OH, United States
HR Specialist Role
When a Soldier has a question about benefits, policy, or needs help with a sensitive issue, the Army National Guard’s Human Resources Specialist is the primary go‑to person. As an HR Specialist, you will help Soldiers develop their Guard careers and provide personnel support and assistance to all divisions within the Guard.
Key Responsibilities
Organizing, maintaining, and reviewing personnel records.
Data entry and retrieval.
Processing recommendations.
Arranging awards ceremonies.
Preparing, updating, and coordinating requests for evaluations.
Preparing and monitoring Soldier requests for ID cards and tags, leaves of absence, and passes.
Ordering and maintaining office supplies.
Maintaining filing systems.
Assisting 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.
Helpful Skills
Aptitude for business administration.
Able to follow detailed orders.
Sound people skills.
Training Overview
In the Army National Guard, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training and 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on‑the‑job instruction, covering basic Soldiering skills, typing, preparation of Army correspondence and forms, personnel record management, and computer update and retrieval procedures.
Benefits
Paid training.
A monthly paycheck.
Montgomery GI Bill.
Federal and State tuition assistance.
Retirement benefits for part‑time service.
Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage).
401(k)‑type savings plan.
Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
Health care benefits available.
VA home loans.
Bonuses, if applicable.
Most non‑prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.
Requirements
Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35.
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details).
Requirements and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up‑to‑date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
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When a Soldier has a question about benefits, policy, or needs help with a sensitive issue, the Army National Guard’s Human Resources Specialist is the primary go‑to person. As an HR Specialist, you will help Soldiers develop their Guard careers and provide personnel support and assistance to all divisions within the Guard.
Key Responsibilities
Organizing, maintaining, and reviewing personnel records.
Data entry and retrieval.
Processing recommendations.
Arranging awards ceremonies.
Preparing, updating, and coordinating requests for evaluations.
Preparing and monitoring Soldier requests for ID cards and tags, leaves of absence, and passes.
Ordering and maintaining office supplies.
Maintaining filing systems.
Assisting 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.
Helpful Skills
Aptitude for business administration.
Able to follow detailed orders.
Sound people skills.
Training Overview
In the Army National Guard, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training and 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on‑the‑job instruction, covering basic Soldiering skills, typing, preparation of Army correspondence and forms, personnel record management, and computer update and retrieval procedures.
Benefits
Paid training.
A monthly paycheck.
Montgomery GI Bill.
Federal and State tuition assistance.
Retirement benefits for part‑time service.
Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage).
401(k)‑type savings plan.
Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
Health care benefits available.
VA home loans.
Bonuses, if applicable.
Most non‑prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.
Requirements
Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35.
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details).
Requirements and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up‑to‑date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
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