For Educators: Military Resources
Military Recruiters
Median Salary
84,051
Workforce Count
12,096
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Recruiters perform all tasks related to the application process. They participate in promotional events, interviews, and consultations related to potential enlistments. They provide applicants with all the necessary information related to enlisting and they prepare enlistment reports. They maintain statistics on recruiting programs and administrative records. They serve as liaison with high schools, colleges, and industry officials, and they participate in community activities and ceremonies.
What is the work environment like?
Recruiters 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?
12,096
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
$105,999
2 Years
$77,520
6 Years
$105,999
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. Recruiters 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 Leadership
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Organizational Behavior Studies
- Organizational Communication, General
- Labor Studies
- Labor and Industrial Relations
- Executive/Career Coaching
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
- Education and Training
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- Administrative
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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