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WELCOME NAMS in partnership with USCG Worklife

WELCOME NAMS in partnership with USCG Worklife. WORKSHOP ADMINISTRATION. Breaks Meals Dress Participation Attendance. T-I.01A. COURSE OVERVIEW. Personal Appraisal Career Exploration Strategies for an Effective Job Search Interviews Reviewing Job Offers Support and Assistance.

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WELCOME NAMS in partnership with USCG Worklife

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  1. WELCOME NAMS in partnership with USCG Worklife

  2. WORKSHOP ADMINISTRATION • Breaks • Meals • Dress • Participation • Attendance T-I.01A

  3. COURSE OVERVIEW • Personal Appraisal • Career Exploration • Strategies for an Effective Job Search • Interviews • Reviewing Job Offers • Support and Assistance T-I1.0-1B

  4. TRANSITION STATISTICS 5-10% Jobs via newspaper Jobs via recruiters and agencies Jobs via Internet (non-IT) IT jobs via internet Jobs via networking/direct contact Thank you letters sent Goal: Hiring Managers per week Goal: Network Contacts per week Hours per week in job search 5-15% 4-8% 15-40% 60-80% 100% 2 20 25-35

  5. SECTION 1.1 Objective: • Recognize the importance of developing a stress reduction plan T-1.1-1

  6. WHAT IS STRESS? “A mismatch between the demands in our lives, and the resources we have available to deal with those demands.” T-1.1-2

  7. STRESS AS A PART OF LIVING • Is a normal part of our lives • It may be positive (Eustress) or negative (Distress) • We can’t avoid stress • People have different levels of coping abilities Stress is any change to which we must adjust... T-1.1-3

  8. COPING WITH STRESS • Develop and maintain a plan to manage the effects of stress • Seek professional assistance if needed T-1.1-4

  9. SECTIONS 1.2-1.4 • Objectives: • Gather the information and records you need in order to create a resume, fill out a job application, and prepare for a job interview • Deal effectively with the strengths and challenges arising from military experience • Identify your transferable skills that can be used in a variety of jobs T-1.2-1

  10. WORK EXPERIENCE Work History Job titles, employers, dates, supervisors, duties, and accomplishments Work Samples Honors and Citations Community Activities Salary History Licenses Certifications TYPES OF RECORDS • MILITARY SERVICE • DD Form 214 – Separation Paper • Training Record • Honors and Awards • Form 1560-04e–Transcript Request for Military Learning Experience • Service Record and Security Clearance • Medical and Dental Records (2-3 copies) • Benefits Information T-1.2-2

  11. TYPES OF RECORDS • PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION • • Birth Certificate (copy) • • Proof of Citizenship • • Social Security Card (www.ssa.gov) • • Driving Record • • Passport (current) • 10 years of personal addresses • Car insurance proof—from overseas • EDUCATION AND TRAINING • • Transcripts (sealed) • • Diplomas and Certificates • • Honors and Awards • • Outstanding Achievements • • Activities List • CLEP Test or other results

  12. Men Under Age 26... SURPRISE !! If you will be under 26 years old at your separation… …you MUST check with the Selective Service to assure that you are properly registered. http://www.sss.gov/ Failure can affect Veteran Benefits.

  13. MASTER APPLICATION • Personal Information • Education and Training • Special Skills • Military Service • Work Experience • Other Information T-1.2-3A

  14. SPEAK THE SAME LANGUAGE Armed Services personnel do not all talk the same way… If you told Navy or Coast Guard personnel to “secure a building,” they would turn off the lights and lock the doors. The Army would occupy so no one could enter. Marines would assault the building, capture it, and defend it with suppressive fire and close combat. The Air Force would take out a year lease with an option to buy. T-3.3.B

  15. SECTIONS 1.5-1.6 Objectives: • Explain why your work-related values and preferences are important in making job decisions • Determine your personal preferences • Identify your work-related values T-1.5-1

  16. PREFERENCES/VALUES What are Your Priorities? JOB ?? LOCATION ?? MONEY ?? LIFESTYLE ?? How do they direct your transition? T-1.5-2

  17. SECTIONS 2.1-2.2 Objectives: • Identify and research career possibilities • Determine your financial needs as a way of estimating your salary requirements T-2.1-1

  18. CAREER EXPLORATION Department of Labor Statisticswww.bls.gov Occupational Outlook Handbook http://stats.bls.gov/oco/home.htm O*NET (Job Data and Skill Search) http://online.onetcenter.org Department of Defense Jobs www.dod.jobsearch.org T 2.1-1A

  19. FINANCE KEYS IN TRANSITION • Eliminate or reduce non-asset debt • Get onto a budget; reduce expenses to • match projected income before you leave • Check your credit record • www.experian.com • www.transunion.com • www.equifax.com • See your Financial Counselor for help • Maximize contributions to 401K, 403B • Plans at your next job T-2.1-2

  20. Unemployment Insurance Benefits • Honorable Discharge Required. • States determine eligibility and benefit amounts (need DD214 to apply). • Usually payable for 26 weeks over a 52 week period; part-time or temporary work will not cancel eligibility in most cases. • Active fulltime job search required. • Retirement pay usually offsets some or all of benefits payable; each state has it’s rules. • Long unemployment period can hurt your prospects of getting hired; do part-time work or school if you want a break.

  21. TYPES OF GOALS • Short-Range • Intermediate-Range • Long-Range T-3.1-2

  22. EXAMPLE: TEACHER SHORT RANGE GOAL(3-12 months) • ACCEPTANCE BY COLLEGE TO FINISH BACHELOR’S DEGREE INTERMEDIATE GOALS (2-4 years) • A. EARLY – DIPLOMA • B. LATER – CERTIFICATION LONG RANGE GOAL(6-10 years) • SCHOOL PRINCIPAL T-3.1-2A

  23. EMPLOYMENT GOALS Employment goals need to be SMART: pecific easurable daptable ealistic rackable T-3.1-3

  24. SECTIONS 3.3-3.7 Objectives: • Plan an effective job search • Understand how to conduct company research • Learn about job assistance resources • Understand how to begin using the internet as part of the job search process • Analyze job announcements and ads for critical information T-3.3-1

  25. LOOKING FOR WORK T-3.4-1

  26. NETWORKING worklife staff T-3.4-2

  27. JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE There are many… governmental and other resources to help you transition. WHICH MIGHT BE BEST FOR YOU? FREE T-3.5-1

  28. RESEARCH SITES Personality: www.humanmetrics.com and www.personalitytype.com Find a City: www.findyourspot.com Salary Calculator, Community Calculator, Moving Wizard : www.homefair.com Salary Research: www.salary.com and www.wageweb.com Major Job Search Engines: www.ajb.dni.us (America’s Job Bank) www.monster.com www.careerbuilder.com T-3..6

  29. BUSINESS RESEARCH Job Search Research Gateway www.jobhuntersbible.com Company Research www.hoovers.com(free & subscription) www.vault.com www.prnewswire.com General Business Information Gateway Site www.ceoexpress.com(free & subscription) Access 5900+ Newspapers Worldwide www.thepaperboy.com

  30. VETERAN SITES Veterans Transition Master Websites www.dol.gov/elaws/evets.htm www.taonline.com D.O.D. Transition Gateway Site www.dodtransportal.org Department of Defense Jobs: www.dod.jobsearch.org Homeland Defense Jobs http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/homeland.asp

  31. VETERAN SITES Troops to Teachers: www.proudtoserveagain.com Veteran Job Postings: www.vetjobs.com and www.militaryhire.com Union Jobs and Apprenticeships: www.helmetstohardhats.com Business Hiring Partnerships:www.nbpjobs.org

  32. Your One-Stop Gateway www.careeronestop.org THE FOUR COMPONENTS: • Career One Stop – Site Gateway, Assessments, School Information • Career InfoNet – Data, Employers • America’s Job Bank – Job Listings • Service Locator – Finding Career Help at 3,000 centers nationwide 3.6-1

  33. T3.6-3

  34. T3.6-4

  35. 3.6-2 T3.6-2

  36. T3.6-5

  37. BE YOUR OWN BOSS ? VETS Corporation www.veteranscorp.org Federal Resources for Entrepreneurs www.business.gov Small Business Administration / S.C.O.R.E. www.sba.gov and www.score.org National Association Self-Employed www.nase.org

  38. COLLEGE RESOURCES Choosing a College www.collegedata.comhttp://collegenet.com Financial Aid and School Research www.princetonreview.com Scholarship Search http://fastweb.monster.com College 101 – Insider’s Info on Colleges www.geocities.com/CollegePark/1150/

  39. SECTIONS 3.8-3.9 Objectives: • Understand how to complete application forms • Understand how to find opportunities for Federal Civil Service Employment • Understand how to initiate the Federal application process T-3.8-1

  40. Federal Jobs http://federaljobs.net www.usajobs.opm.gov www.federaljobsearch.com NOTE: This site costs $29 but it may have exclusive agency listings not available elsewhere Check with your desired agency job sites for their special rules.

  41. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE • Used in Federal hiring process to place veterans at a higher eligibility position • O-4 and above not eligible • Current military – 5 points • 10% Compensable Service Disability Rating – 10 points • 30% Compensable Service Disability • VEOA and VRA Eligibility

  42. 12 Steps to a Federal Job • Connect with people “in the know.” • Learn the Federal agencies and their application methods. • Review announcements carefully. • Identify “core competencies.” • Use “keywords” to match the job. 6. Write your resume – both a manual and electronic copy (60%). Include personal data.

  43. 12 Steps to a Federal Job 7. Create strong KSA’s (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities) in narrative form. 8. “Mirror” their language. 9. Apply according to agency rules. Resumix can be used. 10. Develop a tracking process and follow-up with the listed contact. 11. Apply early and apply often. 12. Get prepared for an interview if you are called.

  44. FEDERAL RESUME KEYS Knowledge, Skills, and Ability (KSA) • KSA Statements are very different than civilian resumes • Write in “First Person” narrative form telling a complete story about your experience KSA FORMAT Position Held Specific Work Situations Activities Involved Results Gained

  45. SECTIONS 3.10-3.11 Objectives: • Understand how to write effective resumes • Begin to translate military experience into job skills • Understand how to write effective cover letters T-3.10-1

  46. LEADERSHIP ROLES TEAM LEADER:Ensures that a team fulfills it’s role and runs smoothly. Team leaders do not perform all jobs that fall within a team’s objectives but are responsible for assuring these jobs are done. SUPERVISOR:Directly supervises or assists the manager in daily operations. Supervisor may oversee personnel, monitor daily production, and assist with financial and budget matters. Must be able to interact with front line staff and customers, and review work progress. T-3.10-2

  47. LEADERSHIP ROLES MANAGER:May manage supervisors, professional, administrative, and hourly employees. Direct budget accountability. Must be able to organize and negotiate. DIRECTOR:Develops and manages programs, divisions or operational areas. Most normal duties and responsibilities are handled independently. Establishes procedures and policies and executes strategic plans affecting the organization. T-3.10-3

  48. Marital Status Children Race Age Dangerous Activities Salary Religion Politics Height/Weight Health Controversial organizations Your “wants” INAPPROPRIATE RESUME CONTENT T-3.10-4

  49. SELL YOUR SKILLS Use Action Verbs Related to: People Things Ideas T-3. 10-5

  50. General Resume Keys • The top 1/3 is the most important—grab their interest early • Tell your “story” with specifics • What difference did you make? • It’sNOTa job description! • Highlight results, not tasks • Give a real example instead of generic information when you can • There is no “I” in R-E-S-U-M-E

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