HR Specialist in Social Educational Environment

Do you want to contribute to increased legal security in one of Sweden's largest authorities? The Swedish Armed Forces is in an expansion phase and on a significant growth journey. Here you have the opportunity to work in a dedicated and close-knit team where you can develop while contributing to the organization's development journey. Does this sound like something for you? Read on!

Department for Conscription Matters

The Department for Conscription Matters, located in Stockholm, is a centrally placed department that serves as a support function for all units in the Swedish Armed Forces that train conscripts through basic and refresher training. The department provides joint support in the application of administrative and correct handling of the rights and obligations of conscripts according to the Total Defense Duty Act and the Disciplinary Responsibility Act within total defense.

With us, you will encounter strong commitment and genuine job satisfaction. We are driven by a sense of responsibility and pride in what we do. Here, we support each other, share knowledge, and celebrate each other's successes. The department consists of both HR specialists and officers, where the combination of different experiences, perspectives, and competencies creates a dynamic and developing work environment. You will have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and influence - while being part of a culture where collaboration and professionalism go hand in hand.

Main Responsibilities

As an HR specialist in the social educational environment, you will work at a strategic level to ensure that the conscription consultant function in the Swedish Armed Forces has the right conditions, tools, and support to conduct uniform, legally secure, and professional social work in line with the organization's goals and with the conscript at the center. This includes, among other things:

• Acting as a central consultative support to defense branches and units on issues related to the practical application of the conscription law and conscripts.
• Coordinating and developing the social work conducted during basic training in the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Being responsible for planning and conducting central network meetings for conscription consultants and other contact points.
• Actively working to identify and analyze development needs, formulating proposals for recommendations for joint guidelines, routines, and working methods.
• Monitoring developments in the field of social work with a focus on youth and young adults.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social work, sociology, behavioral science, or other education deemed relevant by the employer.
• At least three years of experience in professional social work, preferably in roles related to youth, educational environments, or supportive/motivational work.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of laws, regulations, and directives.
• Experience in developing working methods, routines, or methods within social work.
• Very good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both verbally and in writing.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is structured and has the ability to create order and efficiency. You are meticulous and used to planning your work well to meet deadlines and maintain high quality. You are driven and work ambitiously, doing what is necessary to achieve good results. You are collaborative and value good communication by actively contributing to an open, unpretentious, and solution-oriented work climate. You solve problems without losing sight of long-term strategies thanks to your analytical ability. The work requires you to have high integrity.

DESIRABLE

• Experience in coordinating or supporting professionals in a larger organization.
• Experience in planning and conducting training initiatives.
• Experience working within the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Experience or knowledge of change or development work.

Other

Employment type: Permanent position. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not currently employed by the authority.

Employment rate: Full-time

Work location: Stockholm

Civilian position

Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement

Business trips with overnight stays may occur in the position.

Information about the Position

If you have questions about the position, please contact Department Head Karolina Edholm at phone 0734450791.

Union Representatives

• SACO - Anders Markow
• SEKO - Åsa Karlsson
• OFRO - Arne Nilsson
• Defense Union – OFR/S - Kjell Tetzlaff

All union representatives can be reached via the Swedish Armed Forces switchboard at 08-788 75 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 20260102 at the latest. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position, as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The HR Center of the Swedish Armed Forces creates conditions for the operational capability of the Swedish Armed Forces and a stronger defense by ensuring resource and HR services that meet the needs of the units. Please read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/fmhrc (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/fmhrc)

Every day and every hour, the employees of the Swedish Armed Forces make efforts that affect the lives of others, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security check with a background check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

With your application for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.