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Military Recruiting and Retention Specialists
Median Salary
84,902
Workforce Count
13,817
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Recruiting and retention specialists provide prospective candidates with the appropriate information and assistance prior to and throughout the military enlistment process. They are responsible for interviewing, orienting, and screening potential candidates, and they participate in recruiting actions by attending promotional events and maintaining liaison with high schools and college officials. They plan and implement interviews for prospective recruits with military personnel, and they provide unit leaders with feedback and guidance for improving and enhancing retention.
What is the work environment like?
Recruiting and retention specialists work in local recruiting offices, on high school campuses and career centers, and in local communities. They may travel often.
How many people have this role in the Military?
13,817
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$108,959
2 Years
$79,736
6 Years
$108,959
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
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. Recruiting and retention specialists in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training may include:
- Recruiting procedures
- Interviewing techniques
- Public speaking
- Community relations
- Social networking/marketing
- Evaluating prospects
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
- Organizational Behavior Studies
- Insurance
- Labor and Industrial Relations
Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree
The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
Learn More About Paying For CollegeSkills and Interest
What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Personnel and Human Resources
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- Administrative
- English Language
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Enterprising
You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
Social
You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.
RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.
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