Career Resources for Veterans
This week we observed Veterans Day, a day where we remember the service of our Marines and thank them for their dedication to serving our country. Each day more than 500 men and women transition out of the military. One of the largest hurdles facing veterans is finding a job after they transition to civilian life. “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” has always been a key part of the Marine Corps ethos and it is reflected in the professional development opportunities offered before and after separation. Not only does the Corps offer transition assistance to active duty service members, but it also provides career and mentoring support long after Marines take off their uniform.
Whether you are preparing to transition or have already done so, the Marine Corps offers a variety of services to connect you with employers, mentors and career support.
Transition Readiness Seminar
The self-guided Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) is a five day workshop that allows each Active Duty Marine to select his or her own pathway (employment, education, or entrepreneur) in order to receive transition information and education in line with future goals. TRS teaches Marines resume tips and job search techniques for both the private and public sector. The transition process culminates in the Capstone exit interview which ensures the Marine is ready for the transition to civilian life.
Credentialing Opportunities On-Line
Credentialing Opportunities On-line (COOL) is an online database that informs Marines how their Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs) translate to civilian certification and license requirements. The primary goal of COOL is to explain to Marines how they can fill gaps between Marine Corps training and experience and civilian credentialing requirements to ensure a smooth transition into the civilian workforce. In addition to identifying experience gaps and credential opportunities COOL also gives Marines the tools to act on this information by providing links to resources available to Marines that can help them gain the civilian job credentials they need.
Marine For Life
From the moment they enter the Marine Corps, certain values are instilled in Marines. Loyalty, discipline and putting organization before self are important aspects of what makes a Marine a Marine. The initiative, commitment, teamwork, communication skills and flexibility of Marines are what win battles. These same qualities are helping businesses succeed every day. The goal of the Marine for Life Network is to educate employers on the invaluable skills Marines possess, while at the same time forming a national network of Marines, mentors and employers to assist veterans in achieving their post-separation career goals. In addition to its national network, Marine for Life provides hands-on assistance with career coaching, financial management, assessments, education, and job searches.
http://www.usmc-mccs.org/
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Congratulations! You’ve successfully transitioned into a civilian role, but as your first day approaches you start to wonder: Will my leadership skills from the Marine Corps work in the civilian world? Do I have to manage civilian employees differently?
As Marines, you have acquired leadership skills that will
carry over into your life and career outside of the Marine Corps.
The leadership skills you’ve gained as a Marine are highly marketable in the
civilian workplace. Flexibility, adaptability to change, being proactive; these
all are traits which contribute to great business acumen and career success.
A confident leader continually invests in and focuses on the
employees who are the foundation of the organization. In order to become
a better civilian leader, there are several best practices to consider for
strong “employee focused” leadership development. Those best practices include:
Strong Executive Involvement
A solid connection should be made between improving your
leadership performance and delivering positive results for the
organization. This can be achieved by understanding overall operations,
listening to the feedback from your employees, and taking actions in the best
interest of the organization.
Tailored Leadership Competencies
Emphasis should be placed upon the future ; how you can
maximize your potential; improve overall performance, go against the norm
and ensure your people are developed, educated and continue to grow
professionally for the benefit of the organization.
Alignment with Business Strategy
Alignment means a positon of agreement or alliance.
This can be established by a clear vision leading to new standards and engaging
employees and providing a clear understanding of what and how business is being
conducted.
Target multiple levels of Leadership
Leadership development is inclusive of all employees,
regardless of their role within the organization. Information sharing
and awareness allow leaders to convey actions.
Learn by Doing
Leaders should not strive to have an aligned career path;
rather exposure to a wider scope of organizational operations, which can
provide a clearer view of the organization. This widened exposure
can be obtained through on-the job training.
Looking for career advice, resources and employment
readiness training? Click
here to learn more.
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