42A Human Resources Specialist

Summary: DC Army National Guard is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to assist Soldiers with benefits, policy inquiries, and career development. The role involves providing personnel support across all divisions within the Guard, including maintaining personnel records and overseeing strength management actions. Responsibilities: - 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 Required Qualifications: - 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) Preferred Qualifications: - Aptitude for business administration - Able to follow detailed orders - Sound people skills Required Skills: Personnel records management, Data entry, Army correspondence, forms preparation, Computer update, retrieval procedures, Strength management, Strength distribution, Emergency notification data management, People skills 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