We believe that those who stood first in line to defend their country should also be first in line to reap the benefits of freedom: a fair chance for a good education, a good job and a good life.
Veterans receive first priroity referral to all jobs and training opportunities for which they are qualified. In the One-Stop Career Center, there is a Veterans Representative who specializes in helping veterans find the jobs and opportunities for which they qualify. In addition to priority referrals to jobs, vets can enroll in free job search workshops, find help developing a resume, learn about career training programs and get help understanding the network of veterans' benefits available through the Veterans Administration, state and local governments.
Am I a veteran?
If you are looking for employment in local, state or federal government, there is certain criteria that, if met, will entitle you to "veterans' preference." To gain full understanding of veterans' preference, talk to one of our dedicated veteran staff at your nearest One-Stop Career Center.
One-Stop Career centers are located throughout New Jersey and offer services (free of charge) to help you develop the skills necessary to succeed in a 21st century work environment. Each has a veteran representative on staff or available by appointment. To access services on line or to find a Center near you, go to http://www.careeronestop.org/.
Troops to Teachers - New Jersey
The Troops to Teachers program is designed to assist separating or retiring military personnel in pursuing a rewarding second career in public education (elementary, secondary or vocational) while also facilitating employment in public schools. A partnership between the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Defense, the long-term goal of the program is to help improve American education by providing mature, self-disciplined, experienced and dedicated personnel for the nation's classrooms. To find out more information, click here.
New Jersey's Troops to Teachers office has counseled hundreds of interested military personnel, advising them on routes and programs to achieve full teacher certification in New Jersey, and referring them to school districts for employment. For information on the national Troops to Teachers, click here.
Nursing Program
The Air Force Personnel Center will conduct the annual Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program (NECP) board May 11-13, 2010, to select candidates for fall 2010 start dates. The program offers active-duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree in nursing.
The mission statement for Hire Vets First is to provide veterans and transitioning service members with the resources and services to succeed in the 21st century workforce by maximizing their employment opportunities, protecting their employment rights and meeting labor-market demands with qualified veterans today. Learn more here.
VetJobs
VetJobs is the leading Internet niche job board for reaching the 14 million military veterans currently in the workforce, as well as the 250 thousand active duty military personnel who transition each year, and their family members. VetJobs is an excellent source for candidates in information technology, program and project management, sales, linguists, logistics, transportation, human resources, manufacturing, engineering, finance, healthcare, accounting and senior executives. Visit VetJobs.com.
The New Jersey Department of Corrections is the second-largest employer in state government. Approximately 10,000 employees are currently immersed in rewarding careers with the department.
In order to successfully carry out its mission, the Department of Corrections offers a wide variety of career opportunities in both administrative and operational areas.
The listings are just a sampling of the types of positions that are available: corrections officers, communications operators, secretaries, social workers, institutional trade instructors, maintenance, carpenters, recreation management, personnel administration, clerks, teachers, engineers, chaplains, electricians, plumbers, truck drivers, business, data entry, to name a few. Learn more, here.
Operation Promise for Servicemembers The Web Resource for Operation College Promise
Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA)
A Message from the DoD
In the days following the announcement of a temporary pause of the Career Advancement Account - MyCAA - your feedback, suggestions and concerns have been heard.
The MyCAA program will resume operations on March 13, 2010, at 12 p.m., noon (EST), for military spouses who currently have existing MyCAA accounts. Those who have an existing account will have access to the entire Web site, including the ability to create and have financial documents approved.
long-term options for the program are currently being developed and expected to announce the details soon. During this time, Military OneSource Spouse Education and Career Consultants will continue to be available to provide education and training, career exploration, assessment, employment readiness and career search assistance.
The mission of Career Services is to provide assistance to students in obtaining employment commensurate with their qualifications by making job search training and employment opportunities available.
Career Services provides career counseling, placement and resources for students, alumni and employers. Job placement and employment posting opportunities, visit the Ivy Tech Community College Job Zone or for more information call 888-IVY-LINE.
