Military Jobs and Careers - Recruiting Specialists
Job specification
The Recruiting Specialists are enlisted personnel in the military organization. They are responsible making actual visitations to present the present thrust of the military organization and how it affects positively to the peace and order of the nation. They visit colleges and universities, parents organizations and local communities. They also explain the benefits, training opportunities as well as the exciting life in the military chain of command.
Role
The usual duties and responsibilities of Recruiting Specialists in the military chain of command include:
Conduct interviews and persuade civilians wishing to join military life
Present military life and careers to groups and other youth groups in schools
Present the mission and vision of Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) to local communities and students
Join other groups in conducting military job fairs to promote the recruitment services of the organization
Present the military chain of command in credible youth groups in the community
Give advice to military personnel regarding career performance
Ideal traits
The field of study which is helpful in this kind of job in the military includes:
Excellent ability in holding public speaking engagements which involves youth groups and other private youth organizations in the community
Excellent skills in working and coordinating with youth groups in the communities as well as in schools
The skills to work independently without help from others
Training opportunities
Classroom instructions as well as actual experience in related jobs are ideal training for this job. Course contents which are also advisable are:
Processes and procedures in handling actual recruitment activities
Strategies and specifics on conducting actual interview on applicants
Strategies and techniques in public speaking engagements
Good practices and ideal knowledge on community relations
Work atmosphere
The Recruitment Specialists in the military organization work in offices. They also work outdoors especially during actual recruitment days since they transfer from places to places within the community, schools and other venues.
Non-military employment
The civilian Recruitment Specialists work in human recruitment agencies, private offices, career centers, and schools. Their duties and responsibilities are only the same with that of the military.
