NOVEMBER 8, 2016, PEARL HARBOR (NNS) - U.S. Pacific Fleet's new rating modernization Operational Planning Team (OPT) is seeking input from Sailors as the team works to help shape the Navy's transition from enlisted ratings to Navy Occupational Specialty (NOS) codes. The team stood up after the Navy announced Sept. 29 that all rating titles for enlisted Sailors will reflect a … [Read more...]
Innovative Cyber Squadron Initiative Program Protects Critical Tyndall AFB Assets
NOVEMBER 8, 2016, TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) - The 325th Communications Squadron became the first Air Combat Command squadron to join a new initiative to ensure Tyndall Air Force Base is able to train and project unrivaled combat airpower. The Cyber Squadron Innovation is a pathfinder program among Air Force communication squadrons, enabling communications squadrons … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About VA Foreclosures
November 8, 2016, by Anum Yoon - The U.S. Veterans Administration (VA) offers home loans to veterans. Currently, more than 1.8 million veterans have home loans through the VA. Under its programs, veterans receive a number of benefits. There is no down payment needed in VA loans and in addition, closing costs and other fees related to buying a home can be financed through the … [Read more...]
Researchers Developing Tool to Guide Army Recruits’ MOS Selection
NOVEMBER 7, 2016, FORT SILL, Okla. - With more than 140 Army military occupational specialties to choose from, it's easy to see how some recruits might find it difficult to decide on one MOS selection. Recruits may base their decisions on what recruiters told them about the job, what they've heard from family or friends, or their own perceptions created from TV, movies and … [Read more...]
CNIC Family Advocacy Program Combats Sexual Assault with Sexual Assault Specialized Training
NOVEMBER 7, 2016, WASHINGTON (NNS) - Approximately 170 Navy clinical counselors, family advocacy specialists and managers recently participated in a sexual assault specialized training that was newly developed by Navy Installations Command (NIC). The training, held at Washington Navy Yard Oct. 31 - Nov. 4, educates counselors on how to provide services and support to victims … [Read more...]