US Army
- WASHINGTON, VA
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US Army
- WASHINGTON, VA
- Rating 4.15 out of 5 490 reviews
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About US Army
Employees
1,000-9,999
Industry
Military & Defense
Public/Private
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Non-profit Status
Non-profit
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Pay & Benefits
Poll
90%
of employees say healthcare coverage is good or excellent. 494 responsesPoll
91%
of employees say retirement benefits are good or excellent. 494 responsesPoll
70%
of employees say the family leave policy is good or excellent. 494 responsesPoll
81%
of employees say paid time off/vacation days are good or excellent. 494 responsesGrowth Opportunities
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86%
of employees don't worry about layoffs. 494 responsesPoll
70%
of employees say good work leads to promotion. 494 responses79%
of employees believe their work helps make the world a better place. 494 responsesManagement
Poll
54%
of employees say the workplace runs efficiently. 494 responsesPoll
42%
of employees say management is transparent. 494 responsesWork-Life Balance
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27%
of employees say hours are flexible. 494 responses26%
of employees say it's easy to work remotely. 494 responses45%
of employees say schedules are predictable. 494 responses55%
of employees say taking vacation is encouraged. 494 responses44%
of employees say the workplace is parent friendly. 494 responsesCompany Culture
45%
of employees are happy to work here. 494 responses84%
of employees say coworkers socialize. 494 responses60%
of employees think their coworkers are smart. 494 responses77%
of employees like their coworkers. 494 responsesEmployees
79%
of employees say the company is mostly men. 494 responses51%
of employees say the company is very diverse. 494 responses76%
of employees say the employees are diverse in age. 494 responses- Crime & Safetygrade unavailable
- Walkabilitygrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Nightlifegrade A+
Area Feel
Urban
Median Household Income
$120,071
National
$62,843Median Rent
$1,970
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$705,400
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US Army Reviews
Rating 4.15 out of 5 490 reviews
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The Army is a great workplace that has regulations and programs aimed at having a great workplace environment however it has its flaws like all large private organizations. The flaws lie in Management, Work/life Balance and Growth Opportunities. The major flaw in Management within the army is that there are too many managers, essentially any person that outranks another is there manager whether they are effective or efficient at it or not. The work/life balance is the Army isn't balanced at all because most lower ranking personnel has to spent longer hours at work than home (even sometimes throughout the weekends). Between working sometimes to 7 pm lower ranking soldiers still must additional work duties after hours for the Army. The work/life balance has a direct affect on growth opportunities in the army. If soldiers spend all of their time working or sleeping then they don't have much time for growth opportunities especially not personally. The army still is a very good experience.
Everyone's experience will vary when enlisting in the world's greatest fighting force. The benefits makes-up for what the paycheck lacks. Good medical coverage for you and your family, life insurance, retirement plans, free housing, free meals if you're single, basic food allowance if married.
However, the nature of work varies on your unit. Some days, we will work after hours. Some days harder than others. This is just the nature of the Army and fulfilling the needs. Family life can become a little stressful due to irregular schedules but it's good to discuss the nature of work with your spouse so they will have a foundational understanding of what to expect.
Overall, depending on your unit and job title, it is one of the most rewarding adventures you can embark on in life. Oh, and least not forget the free educational benefits and tuition coverage so long as you serve honorably.
However, the nature of work varies on your unit. Some days, we will work after hours. Some days harder than others. This is just the nature of the Army and fulfilling the needs. Family life can become a little stressful due to irregular schedules but it's good to discuss the nature of work with your spouse so they will have a foundational understanding of what to expect.
Overall, depending on your unit and job title, it is one of the most rewarding adventures you can embark on in life. Oh, and least not forget the free educational benefits and tuition coverage so long as you serve honorably.
The Army can be great and bad at the same time. They offer benefits and assistance for college, housing, discounts on many restaurants and stores, and you can gain a lot of skills if you take it to the heart. The only bad thing about it is the miscommunication between NCOs and Officers. Also, there are many toxic leaders, but you just have to keep your chin up!