Differences in Job Satisfaction of Soldiers in Dual Military and Traditional Marriages
Abstract
This research, which was based on data from the 1995 administration of the Sample Survey of Military Personnel (SSMP), was conducted to compare the attitudes of female officers and enlisted personnel in two types of marriages: Dual Military marriages and Traditional marriages. Overall, there were many more similarities than differences between the women in these two types of marriages in terms of: overall quality of Army life, stress levels, job satisfaction, Army training and promotion opportunities, spousal support for their Army careers, and most basic benefits. The analysis also revealed some significant differences between the two groups. Compared to those in Traditional marriages, female officers and enlisted personnel in Dual Military marriages were more likely to be satisfied with or optimistic about: the possibility of being allowed to stay in the Army beyond their enlistment and until eligible for retirement, the possibility of being promoted on-time or ahead of schedule, career and advancement potential, Army job security, and the spouse's career and work opportunities. Female officers and enlisted personnel in Dual Military marriages were also more likely than their counterparts in Traditional marriages to believe in fairness of Army standards and military justice, have little difficulty meeting current weight standards and APFT requirements; and be satisfied with the amount of VHA/COLA.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA378008
Entities
People
- Jennifer A. Martin
- Joanne C. Marshall-mies
- Tanya B. Seligson