AUGUST 13, 2021 - Along with the typical challenges Families face during a permanent change of station, or PCS, move, spouses often face the uncertainty of transitioning back into the workforce after leaving their jobs behind. The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation offers the Civilian Employment Assignment Tool, or CEAT, that spouses who are currently … [Read more...]
Four Job Skills You Can Pick Up in the Military
AUGUST 6, 2021 - Military service is one of the best job training programs in the world. Besides the core mission that every service member attends to, people on active and reserve duty acquire all kinds of valuable job and career skills. From technical expertise and fleet management, to broader things like leadership and communication, the armed forces are the perfect place … [Read more...]
Professional Development Guide For Military Spouses
JULY 13, 2021 - At some point in your career, you’ve likely felt like there was room for you to grow, but the idea of pursuing further education or professional development was sidelined by family and personal responsibilities. Factor in the unique struggle’s military spouses face daily, like permanent changes of station or managing your household while your partner is away on … [Read more...]
Walmart Launches Site to Help Veterans and Military Spouses “Find-a-Future”
JUNE 30, 2021 - Today, Walmart launched a site to help veterans and military spouses, whether early career, mid-career, or experienced professionals, “Find-a-Future” and achieve their goals. Walmart associates and non-associates can register for free on the platform, use tools to audit their current skills and experience, and connect to the right partners to help future … [Read more...]
Government Employment: Tips and Tricks to Navigating USAJOBS Application
MAY 18, 2021 – Looking for a new job can oftentimes be a stressful experience – even more overwhelming when you add the federal employment USAJOBS system into the application process. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center staffing branch chief Toni Kvalheim is one of the faces behind the scenes who reviews applications for positions at Fort Knox. She said the process has … [Read more...]