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  Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Focuses

on Service Members Gaining Meaningful Employment Opportunities

 

 

Since the events of September 11th, our service members have played a tremendous role in fighting terrorism and keeping our country secure.  The readiness of the Guard and Reserve components is at an all-time high and we can take great pride in that achievement.  At the same time, we are seeing unprecedented levels unemployment and underemployment among members of the Guard and Reserve.  The promise of a secure job provides service members and their families with peace of mind, financial stability and a sense of contribution to society, which is increasingly important as up to 22% of Guard and Reserve members face unemployment.

 

In this time of economic uncertainty, ESGR is focusing on connecting employers with the talented pool of service members and spouses, with the intent of facilitating meaningful employment opportunities. The Employment Initiative Program (EIP) is a collaborative effort with federal and state veteran employment agencies and the private sector to enhance the employment process and serve as effective resources for service members and employers.

Hiring a service member makes good business sense. These are disciplined and skilled workers who display pride, leadership and professionalism in what they do. They understand the mission of their civilian jobs and make it a priority to get results, all while displaying a strong work ethic.

Included here are our EIP partners and alliances, providing valuable resources and services to assist Guard and Reservists in connecting with employers with career job opportunities; and, providing employers with information on qualified, available service members seeking employment. Additionally, ESGR is conducting Employment Initiative Program events in conjunction with Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program events, job fairs and special transition assistance workshops. See our Calendar of Events for EIP activities and events in your area. 

 

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        JOB FAIR – FEBRUARY29, 2012

 

 

VALID MILITARY ID IS REQUIRED

 

The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve will host a National Guard and Reserve Job Fair at the Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base.  The fair is primarily focused on active members of the Guard and Reserve who are looking for employment.  

 

ESGR is coordinating with a number of agencies to support the Job Fair.  The Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Veterans Commission, Employer Partnership of the Armed Forces, Job Connection Education Program and the Fleet and Family Support Center are dedicating the month of February to “Prepare for the Fair Month”.  Guard and Reserve members needing to create a resume, update their resume or brush up on their interview techniques are encouraged to contact these agencies for assistance.

 

Several workshops are planned concurrent to the Job Fair.  “Ten Steps to Getting a Federal Job”, “How to Write a Resume”, “How to Work a Job Fair”, Dress For Success”, “How to Apply On-Line” and “Key Words for Electronic Resume Submission” are just a few of the subjects being considered.

 

Hero2Hired (H2H)

 

Hero2Hired (H2H) is a comprehensive employment program with a powerful job search sie and online community that is 100% free for service members, veterans and employers.  H2H consolidates DoD employment initiatives into one enhanced program for RC members, via the powerful H2H.jobs platform.

 

H2H provides free, direct access to qualified candidates who already have background checks and security clearances, while reducing recruiting and hiring costs for employers.

 

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