HR Specialist in Conscription Administration

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 comprehensive growth journey. Here you have the opportunity to work in an engaged 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 of the Swedish Armed Forces that train conscripts. 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 joy of responsibility and pride in what we do. Here we support each other, share knowledge, and acknowledge each other's successes. The department employs 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 conscription administration, you will initially:

• Serve as a central consultative support to defense branches and units in matters concerning the practical application of the conscription law regarding conscripts.
• Plan and conduct training for administrators and other staff on issues related to the rights and obligations of conscripts.
• Together with your colleagues, plan and conduct central networking meetings for local support functions and other relevant contact points.
• Analyze development needs and formulate strategic recommendations and proposals for actions aimed at developing the authority's routines, guidelines, and working methods related to administrative actions and conscription administration.
• Collaborate with other authorities such as the National Board of Conscription and Assessment in matters concerning conscription.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary education such as law, pedagogy, or equivalent relevant work experience deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Current and at least three years of experience working in a government agency.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of laws, regulations, and directives.
• Very good ability to express yourself in Swedish both verbally and in writing.

Personal Attributes

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 so that timelines are met and quality is high. You are driven and work ambitiously, doing what is required 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 a high level of integrity.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Completed basic training with conscription or equivalent, or other engagement related to the Swedish Armed Forces.
• Civilian or military experience of working within the Swedish Armed Forces with conscription issues.
• Experience or knowledge of change or development work.
• Good experience in planning, conducting, and evaluating training.

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing values. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

• Employment type: Permanent position. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not employed by the authority.
• Employment rate: Full-time
• Work location: Stockholm
• Civil position
• Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement
• Business trips with overnight stays 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 where you justify why you are suitable for this position and respond 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 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 other people, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value foundation based 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 review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. With employment comes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and a personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the hiring process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.