Development of a Prototype of an Army Model Exit Survey
Abstract
This project was part of a larger research program on downsizing the U.S. Army. The program, sponsored by the U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences, included a review of downsizing literature, analysis of existing data bases for information on downsizing, and surveys assessing the impact of force reduction on Army personnel and their families. This project required development of a prototype survey to assess transition needs of soldiers involuntarily separated from the Army because of downsizing. Key informants provided information on past and current exit surveys, transition services currently offered by the military, the needs of separating soldiers, and criteria to evaluate transition services. Past and current exit surveys were reviewed, but they provided little guidance in assessing the transition needs of involuntarily separated soldiers. Literature on job loss in the civilian workplace provided more relevant information on the issues and needs of workers who experience involuntary job loss and an organizing framework of important concepts and variables pertinent to involuntary job loss. Site visits with transition staff, separating soldiers, and spouses of separating soldiers validated the organizing framework.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA241875
Entities
People
- Diane M. Steele
- James B. Greenlees
- James E. Griffith
- Nora K. Stewart
Organizations
- Westat