420A Human Resources Technician: civilian jobs and resume guide
For Army 420A Human Resources Technician work, the official role source describes managing the personnel information management system at assigned command level, managing the personnel accounting and strength reporting system at assigned command level, and managing the casualty information management system at assigned command level. Keep only the parts that match your own assignment.
These are the civilian occupations O*NET connects to this military code. They are options to explore—not a ranking, a license, or proof that you performed every duty listed.
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Typical national pay$111,110–$199,290Median $149,280 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
O*NET Job Zone 4: considerable preparation is usually needed.
O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
Tools and software named by O*NET
Applicant tracking software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Oracle HRIS
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Human Resources Manager
Summary
Human Resources Manager coordinating activities related to employment, compensation, and employee relations while serving as a link between management and staff to resolve work-related issues
Experience
Human Resources Manager
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Served as a link between management and employees by handling questions and resolving work-related problems
Planned, directed, supervised, and coordinated work activities relating to employment, compensation, and employee relations
Performed difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing and administering disciplinary procedures
Negotiated bargaining agreements and interpreted labor contracts for management
Advised managers on organizational policy matters and recommended needed changes
Analyzed and modified compensation and benefits policies to ensure compliance with legal requirements
Skills
Core Skills
Interviewing others, Investigating industrial accidents, Applicant tracking software, Managing human resources activities, Maintaining personnel records
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oracle HRIS
Open to
On site, Remote
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
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Name only the tools, materials, or records you used for managing the personnel accounting and strength reporting system at assigned command level.
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Manage the personnel information management system at assigned command level.
Manage the personnel accounting and strength reporting system at assigned command level.
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