Human Resource Specialist

United States Army; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national defense organization in Providence is seeking a Human Resource Specialist to support onboarding of new Soldiers, maintain employee relations, and conduct training to enhance Army careers. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens with a High School Diploma or GED, and pass the ASVAB. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, paid vacation, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare plans

30 days paid vacation

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required for the role.
• High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.
• Must pass the ASVAB with scores in GT and CL.

Responsibilities

• Support the onboarding process for new Soldiers.
• Assist with employee relations and maintain a positive work environment.
• Create and manage personnel records, ensuring accuracy.

Skills

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

High School Diploma or GED

Background check and medical screening

Pass ASVAB with minimum score

Meet Army tattoo guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Human Resource Specialist - U.S. Army, Providence

Job Overview: As a Human Resource Specialist you will serve as a cornerstone of the Army's administrative department, supporting onboarding, employee relations, and fostering a positive workplace culture. You will also play a key role in training fellow Soldiers to advance their Army careers.

• Support the onboarding process for new Soldiers.
• Assist with employee relations and maintain a positive work environment.
• Create and manage personnel records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Army regulations.
• Prepare and oversee official documentation (ID cards, tags, etc.).
• Coordinate and conduct training on data applications and analysis tools.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Age 17–40 (inclusive).
• Must undergo background check and medical screening.
• Pass the ASVAB with a minimum score of 90 in General Technical (GT) and 90 in Clerical (CL).
• Must meet Army tattoo guidelines and have no major law violations or significant medical concerns.

Training: 19‑week paid training program that covers business administration, performance management, employee relations, computer operations, HR software, personnel file management, and reporting. Upon completion, Soldiers may receive additional full‑funded training for advanced certifications.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare, Vision, and Dental plans.
• 30 days paid vacation; 90 days paid paternity and maternity leave.
• Wellness programs including fitness facility access, nutrition consulting, and curated fitness plans.
• Housing, clothing, and relocation allowance.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Flexible retirement and pension plans.
• Career advancement opportunities: guaranteed interviews with up to 5 award‑winning organizations (Coca‑Cola, Tesla, Amazon, etc.) after the first term contract.

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Instructional Design (RADD) – Maximus, Providence

Description & Requirements: Maximus seeks a TA professional to develop e‑learning and blended learning content, support UAT, and deliver high‑quality training materials within tight deadlines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and develop e‑learning and blended learning content and ensure future accessibility.
• Monitor content for consistency, accuracy, clarity, ease of navigation, and evolving UX best practices.
• Develop ongoing training materials for system enhancements, releases, initiatives, and workflows.
• Consult with stakeholders to identify new requirements and strategies.
• Capture and diagram workflow processes.
• Adjust instructions throughout the project to meet learning objectives.
• Manage development and refinement of data tracking processes.
• Deliver engaging presentations to small and large audiences across multiple formats.
• Participate in UAT to validate training content.
• Collaborate with project teams to resolve content‑related issues.
• Work efficiently in a deadline‑driven environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of related professional experience.
• Experience with Avature’s ATS to support user training, system enhancements, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated TA experience.

EEO Statement: Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Human Resources Partner – Providence Public Schools

Job Overview: This role supports hiring, staffing, and workforce development at PPSD, ensuring efficient and accurate HR services.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field (preferred).
• SHRM or PHR certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in HR or related role.
• Experience in an urban education setting preferred.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of key HR areas (recruitment, selection, retention, development, evaluation).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service success.
• Data analysis and communication ability.
• Experience with a diverse constituency.
• Independent, proactive work style in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Senior Staffing Partners and principals as primary point of contact for hiring and staffing needs.
• Assist in planning and assignment of staff, including vacancy forecasting and budget impact analysis.
• Monitor, interpret, and report hiring and staffing metrics.
• Manage hiring functions for instructional and non‑instructional personnel.
• Review licensing requirements, approve new hires, and manage licensure coordination.
• Collaborate with recruitment teams to secure high‑quality talent.
• Provide onboarding support and supervise guiding new hires through required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Maintain impartiality and fairness in hiring practices.

About PPSD: Serving ≈22,000 students across 37 schools, PPSD is a culturally diverse district that values inclusion, innovation, and equity.