Overview
Employment Readiness provides information and referral services in the areas of employment, education, training, transition, and volunteer opportunities to give family members the competitive edge needed to secure employment.
The primary purpose of the Employment Readiness is to assist eligible family members who are relocating as a result of a military or civilian sponsor's PCS. Employment Readiness provides accurate, timely information another supportive services necessary to minimize the employment problems associated with such moves.
Employment Readiness works closely with CPAC and other on- and off-post agencies to provide a full range of employment-related services and assistance to family members in their job search and career development.
You'll develop confidence as you identify your work skills and qualifications, meet others who can share job tips, and learn how to sell your professional skills. |
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Employment Readiness Questions and Answers
What is the Employment Readiness?
Army Community Service (ACS) helps soldiers and DA civilians, and their family members throughout the entire Military Life Cycle, recruitment through retirement. Employment Readiness believes that every Army spouse should have a choice and be afforded the opportunity to develop a career and /or become employed. Employment Readiness won't do everything for you, but they will provide you with valuable information and critical job search skills.
Who's eligible to use the program?
Active duty members, DA civilian employees, spouses, retires, surviving spouses, and family members (to include youth), are eligible and highly encouraged to participate free of charge. What assistance does Employment Readiness provide? First, a professional Job Search Trainer will help you identify your immediate and long range career goals. Based on your needs assessment an Individual Career Plan will be developed to help ensure that you receive the necessary assistance.
What job assistance does Employment Readiness provide?
Employment Readiness will provide job search training, but it's not a job placement service. A professional Job Search Trainer will help you identify your skills and assist you every step of the way during you job search. You'll also have access to valuable references on the national job market and be able to attend seminars and workshops on job search strategies, interview skills, salary negotiation, and more.
What job information is available?
You'll have access to an unlimited number of automated databases on the Internet that list employers and employment opportunities. You'll also have access to actual job announcements and employment information from government, civic, and military agencies.
How do I start?
Call (573-596-0212) or walk into the ACS office (Bldg 486) and tell the receptionist that you'd like to make an appointment to begin the job search process. From there you will have a menu of services and workshops offered. |
