. Military-Civilian: Hot Jobs, Events, and Helpful Information for Veterans Seeking Civilian Careers: October 2010

Friday, October 29, 2010

Luke & Associates












Luke & Associates, www.lukeassoc.com, partners with the Department of Defense to provide civilian professionals at military bases around the globe. Luke’s core focus is in the administrative, management, medical and technical fields.

Luke employs over 1000 staff members at 60 different bases across the country.  In addition to the US, Luke employees professionals in Germany and has working contracts in England. We are looking for dedicated professionals interested in working with active duty military members, their families and the various programs that support our national security.

* Physicians
* Nurses – ASN and BSN
* Advanced Practice Professionals
* Medical Assistants
* Radiology Techs
* Lab techs
* Pharmacists
* Pharmacy Techs
* Physical Therapists
* Physical Therapy Assistants

For more information about these active positions please email Kate Bogue – Staff Specialist, kate.bogue@lukeassoc.com.
321-452-4601

Boots to Shoes Foundation





Boots to Shoes Foundation is a non-profit private operating foundation, engaging mentors to work with 21st century Veterans, as they transition to civilian employment. Program elements include Mentors, reflecting professions such as Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, Information Technology, Entrepreneurs, Alternative Energy; Mock Interviews where Veterans get to practice their interview skills and receive feedback to increase their effectiveness: Business Panel Discussions so Veterans hear first hand hear first hand skills and certifications needed for specific industries. Our program is free to 21st century veterans, serving all branches of the military in the Puget Sound Region.

Call us at 425-284-1453 or visit our website www.bootstoshoes.org.

Friday, October 22, 2010

Colorado Space Roundup



Want to make sure you set aside time for the seventh annual Colorado Space Roundup.  The Roundup is the premier all-Colorado aerospace industry update and networking event.  It is your chance to catch up on the latest Colorado industry news and connect with leaders from industry, government and education. Executive Seminar.

We have four great panels planned this year including our annual congressional update and market insights from Colorado's largest aerospace defense contractors. As always, there will be ample time for you to connect with new contacts and catch up with old acquaintances.

Please join us on Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 4001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO.

Cost to attend is $50.  The fee includes breakfast, lunch and a one- year membership to the Colorado Space Business Roundtable.

You can RSVP.

The Colorado Aerospace Roundtable is presented by the Colorado Space Coalition and the Colorado Space Business Roundtable.

Contact: Chris Gray 720-261-3759
Email: csbrinfo@comcast.net

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Luke & Associates








Luke & Associates partners with the Department of Defense to provide civilian professionals at military bases around the globe. Luke’s core focus is in the administrative, management, medical and technical fields.

Luke employs over 1000 staff members at 60 different bases across the country.  In addition to the US, Luke employees professionals in Germany and has working contracts in England. We are looking for dedicated professionals interested in working with active duty military members, their families and the various programs that support our national security.

* Administrative Support
* Allied Health Professionals

* Corporate Recruiters and Credentialing Specialists
* Environmental Health Service Professionals
*Project Managers (Environmental, Aerospace, Biomedical)
* Nursing
* Physicians
* Advanced Practice Professionals

Kate Bogue 321-452-4601

LAW - LA - PALOOZA FREE LEGAL FAIR

JOB FAIR TIPS for JOB SEEKERS


First impressions set the stage for you to DISTINGUISH YOURSELF. First impressions make you stand out from the crowd and BE REMEMBERED.

1) Dress & Appearance –

1. Dress conservatively, wearing dark and neutral colors; khaki or black pants or skirt, a collared shirt with no logo, and dark, clean shoes. Neatness counts, so wear ironed, clean clothing

2. Minimize your jewelry. Any worn should be small. The person should remember YOU not your accessories

3. NO perfume or cologne

4. Clean, styled hair, no caps, head scarves, or doo rags

5. Minimal make-up, utilize natural colors a fresh, clean look

6. Clean and trim your fingernails for shaking hands. If you wear polish, wear neutral colors with no designs

7. Hide any visible body piercings or tattoos

8. Stand or sit up straight

2) Hand Shake – firm and dry

3) Eye Contact – make it, keep it

4) Smile - Have a positive, friendly attitude, show respect for EVERYONE

5) Have your resumes in a folder to keep them neat, clean and unwrinkled

6) Practice introducing yourself - name, the job you are interested in, a brief script on your abilities and skills

7) Write down what you will say when introducing yourself, then practice it by saying it over and over again so you will be prepared when you meet people at the job fair

8) Be prepared with answers for standard questions:

Tell me about yourself

Why do you want to work here?

Why should we hire you?

9) Be prepared to ask questions:

What types of jobs do you currently have open?

What are the most important skills and experiences needed?

What is the hiring process and time frame?

Who should I follow up with?

Can I have your business card or contact information?

10) Don’t overstay your welcome

Keep it brief, there are others waiting to meet with this employer, and you have other employers you need to see

Shake hands and thank them for their time and interest

Veteran's Day - Honoring All Who Served

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Stop Loss Special Pay


A Message from Admiral Mike Mullen at http://www.defense.gov/home/features/2010/0710_stoploss/:
“Time is running out for those who qualify to receive their Stop Loss Special Pay.  The deadline to claim it is Oct. 21st, but less than half of the more than 145,000 people eligible have submitted claims.
It’s not a scam.  And it’s not a joke.  It’s YOUR money, so come get it.
Just in case you had forgotten, the 2009 War Supplemental Appropriations Act authorized retroactive stop loss special pay of $500 for every month/partial month served in stop loss status.
Service members, veterans, and beneficiaries of service members who were involuntarily extended under stop loss between 9/11 and September 30th 2009 are eligible.
The Congress generously set aside $534.4 million to pay out those funds, but as of the end of last month only $219 million in claims have been paid.
We’ve used all kinds of different ways to reach out to people and let them know, including letters to homes and help from Veteran/Military Service Organizations.  But there are still those who have yet to apply.
So, with the deadline fast approaching, I’m asking everyone who reads this blog to pass it on to anyone else you think needs to see it.  Qualifying individuals have served -- or are still serving -- their country nobly and deserve to be paid the money they’ve earned.”
The application process is simple and straightforward.  No strings attached.  But once the deadline passes, we cannot by law extend it.  So jump online and check it out at: www.defense.gov/stoploss.
It’s your money.”
Admiral Mike Mullen