Human Resources Specailist

Leadingsolutions Llc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Solutions is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide comprehensive personnel and administrative support to the U.S. Army student population assigned to USASD Headquarters at Fort Jackson, SC.

The HR Specialist will process personnel actions, maintain records, manage pay and travel-related actions, and provide responsive customer support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, technically proficient, and comfortable working independently in a military or

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of administrative support experience.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn enterprise systems.
• Experience managing multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and enterprise databases.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with regulatory documentation.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Provide professional customer service to a geographically dispersed population.

Responsibilities

• Perform soldier in-processing/out-processing, including records reviews and packets.
• Maintain personnel tracking databases and update as required.
• Process personnel actions in IPPS-A and related systems.
• Prepare personnel accounting and strength management reports.
• Code pay entitlements and deductions in government systems.
• Upload documents to iPERMS and manage records.
• Operate Army finance systems and related tools as applicable.
• Use IPPS-A and iPERMS to manage data and actions.
• Ensure compliance with HR and finance policies.

Skills

Administrative support

MS Office

Enterprise databases

Time management

Attention to detail

English communication

Independent work

Customer service

Tools

IPPS-A

iPERMS

DTS

ATTRS

Army finance systems

Job description

Human Resources Specialist – USASD

Location: Fort Jackson, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $21.21/hr

Position Overview

Leading Solutions is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide comprehensive personnel and administrative support to the U.S. Army student population assigned to USASD Headquarters at Fort Jackson, SC. The HR Specialist will support a geographically dispersed student population by processing personnel actions, maintaining military records, managing pay and travel-related actions, and providing responsive customer support.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, technically proficient, and comfortable working independently in a military or government environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform soldier in-processing and out-processing, including digital records reviews, preparation of personnel packets, verification of assignment orders, and updates to government personnel systems.
• Maintain accurate personnel tracking databases and ensure required updates are completed within established timelines.
• Prepare and process personnel actions in IPPS-A, including promotions, awards, reassignments, leave requests, separations, and other personnel transactions.
• Prepare required personnel accounting and strength management reports.
• Process and code pay entitlements, special pay actions, allowances, and deductions in accordance with approved government decisions.
• Maintain official military personnel records and upload required documentation to iPERMS, including orders, awards, academic records, and other personnel documents.
• Operate automated Army finance systems, including CEDEMS, CMS, DJMS, DMO, MMPA, CITIBANK Commercial Card systems, and SmartVoucher, as applicable to assigned duties.
• Utilize automated HR systems, including IPPS-A and iPERMS, to manage personnel data and track administrative actions.
• Monitor applicable HR and finance policies and publications to ensure administrative actions remain compliant with current requirements.
• Complete all required government-provided training and maintain proficiency in applicable systems and procedures.
• Serve as the primary customer support/help desk resource for the student population, responding to inquiries through email, Microsoft Teams, and telephone within established service timelines.
• Support travel management for assigned personnel using the Defense Travel System (DTS) and Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATTRS), including preparation of travel authorizations and assistance with travel vouchers.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation while protecting sensitive personnel information.
• Perform other related HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing administrative support functions.
• Strong computer literacy and technical aptitude, with the ability to quickly learn and navigate enterprise database and administrative systems.
• Experience managing, coordinating, and tracking multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications and enterprise databases.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills, particularly when working with personnel records and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and effectively manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide professional and responsive customer service to a geographically dispersed student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the U.S. Army or Department of Defense.
• Experience with IPPS-A, iPERMS, DTS, ATTRS, or Army finance/personnel systems.
• Familiarity with Army personnel administration, military pay, records management, or soldier readiness processes.
• Experience working in a government contracting or military installation environment.

Other Qualifications

• Frequent use of hands and arms; prolonged sitting may berequired.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to interpret instructions involving multiple abstract and concrete variables.

Leading Solutions is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.

Leading Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in Kissimmee, Florida. The Company provides professional, technical, administrative, and healthcare services to Government and commercial clients. Leading Solutions customer- centric foundation ensures that our leadership and employees meet customer challenges and build trusting partnerships that lay the groundwork for success.