December 13, 2011 White House Office of Communications Washington, DC – The President’s Council on Veterans Employment, which is made up of 24 cabinet level and other independent agencies, met to discuss the progress made in implementing Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government. Discussion included Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 preliminary data … [Read more...]
Correction Officers
Correctional officers are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve time in a jail, reformatory, or penitentiary. Military experience is often seen as a plus for corrections employment, and will often suffice in place of college credits. Correctional officers maintain … [Read more...]
Forensics
Forensics is the study and use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal and civil courts of law. It is also a study of debate and argumentation. The rule of the law in forensics is based upon the belief that the legal system process results in justice. If you take on the role of a forensic scientist, you are expected to have very strong skills … [Read more...]
Homeland Security
The United States of Homeland Security is a cabinet department of the United States Federal Government. The Department's mission is to ensure a homeland that is safe, secure, and resilient against terrorism and other hazards. The cabinet was formed November, 25, 2002, after the September 11th terrorist attack. While created due to the September 11th attacks, the DHS's … [Read more...]
Commissioned Officer Basic Pay Rates (FY2012)
The pay charts below reflect a pay raise of 1.6% and show MONTHLY pay for Officers in the Military. Members are paid twice a month on the first and fifteenth, therefore you will receive half of the amount listed below on each payday. The pay scales below are for active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard. Commissioned Officer … [Read more...]