noun
assignment to a section; departmental assignment
Refers to the act of assigning personnel to specific sections, departments, or divisions within an organization. Often used in business or military contexts.
新入社員の部属が発表された。
The departmental assignments for the new employees were announced.
noun
Refers to a person who is under the authority of another within an organizational hierarchy. This usage is somewhat formal and less common in everyday speech.
彼は私の部属としてよく働いてくれた。
He worked well as my subordinate.