Army MOS · Support
42B Human Resources Officer
Overview
A human resources officer leads, manages, commands, or directs military life cycle functions across Army human resources operations. This officer supports the formulation, interpretation, coordination, integration, and implementation of human resources policy at unit, headquarters, joint, and Department of Defense levels.
Core Skills
- HR information systems administration
- personnel data management
- policy development and implementation
- workforce analytics and reporting
- organizational design and manpower planning
- talent management and succession planning
- records management and compliance
- training and professional development planning
- performance management systems
- project and program management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Workday software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Intuit QuickBooks
Civilian Career Paths
- Human Resources
- Administration
- IT Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) · Funded
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) · Funded
Career Growth
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) · Funded
- SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) · Funded
- Certified Manager (CM)
What the Work Involves
- Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
- Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
- Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
- Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
- Negotiate bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts.
Related Occupations
- Human Resources Specialists
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
- Management Analysts
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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