Service Branches
Work Environment
Manpower specialists normally work in office settings on land or aboard ships.
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Military Status
Enlisted
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Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$82,338
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
$27,735 - $294,189
Overview
Manpower specialists provide support on manpower, which is the composition of the force. They oversee manpower resources and manage manpower requirements. They determine how many and which capabilities are required to execute a mission, and they advise on the allocation of military and civilian resources. They support accession planning, reenlistment, and force development programs. They operate manpower data systems, prepare relevant reports, and supervise efforts focused on continuous improvement.
Military Training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field and covers tactical and survival skills physical training military life and customs and weapons training. Manpower specialists gain skills through classes and on-the-job experience. Training topics relate to personnel administration and may include:
- Preparation of military correspondence and forms
- Personnel records management
- Human resources administration policies and procedures
- Organizational climate assessment
- Equal opportunity policies and guidelines
Helpful Attributes
- Ability to compose clear instructions or correspondence
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and instructions
- Interest in working closely with others
- Analytical skills
Related Civilian Careers
- Human Resources Managers
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
- Management Analysts
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
- Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers
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